Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES |
| ECONOMICS PR. | |
| Code | IKS412 |
| Name | Natural Resources and Green Economy |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | FE Field Education Courses E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. HARUN BAL |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
To examine the economic principles of natural resource management and the transition to a green economy, focusing on sustainability, renewable energy, and environmental policy.
Course Content
This course covers the classification of resources, depletion models, circular economy, carbon markets, and green growth strategies.
Course Precondition
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Resources
This course covers the classification of resources, depletion models, circular economy, carbon markets, and green growth strategies.
Notes
Doğal Kaynaklar ve Çevre Ekonomisi, Ali Sait Yüksel; Yeşil Ekonomi, Pelin Peker; BM Çevre Programı (UNEP) raporları.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resource economics. |
| LO02 | Understand the theoretical framework of "Green Growth" and "Degrowth." |
| LO03 | Analyze the economic instruments for environmental protection (taxes, permits). |
| LO04 | Evaluate the role of the circular economy in sustainable production. |
| LO05 | Assess the impact of global climate change policies on national economies. |
| LO06 | Identify the challenges and opportunities in transitioning to a low-carbon economy. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explain the importance of demand and supply in economy science and the well-running conditions of the market economy | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Define the role of pricing within the event advantage of the market economy. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Define the role of the state in economy, money and financial policies, the central bank and the structure of the market. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Perceive the costs and benefits arising from the global economy | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Produce numerical and policy options when confronted with problems. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Use quantitative and qualitative techniques of model building, decoding and interpretation. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Use the theory of economics in the analysis of economic events. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Use computer programs, do synthesis and present prepared data efficiently. | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Apply the methods of economic analysis. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyze at conceptual level and acquires ability in comparing, interpreting, evaluating and synthesizing in order to develop solutions to problems | 5 |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Use of different sources about an unfamiliar field within academic principles, synthesize gained data and presents effectively. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Take responsibility individually and / or in a team, take leadership and work effectively. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Follow innovative developments in the field being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and improving him-/herself.. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Use Turkish and at least one foreign language in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Understand and interpret related people´s feelings, thoughts, and behaviours correctly; expresse him-/herself accurately in written and oral language. | 5 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Question traditional approaches, practices and methods. | 5 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Recognize and apply social, scientific and professional ethical values. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction: Concepts of natural resources and the green economy. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Economics of Non-Renewable Resources: Hotelling's rule and depletion. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Economics of Renewable Resources: Fisheries, forestry, and water management. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | The Commons: Tragedy of the commons and collective action. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Environmental Externalities: Market failures and Pigouvian taxes. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Green Growth vs. Sustainable Development: Theoretical debates. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Circular Economy: Waste management and resource efficiency. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Energy Economics: Transition to renewable energy sources. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Climate Change Economics: Carbon pricing and emission trading. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Green Finance: Sustainable investment and green bonds. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Measuring Green Performance: Green GDP and environmental indicators. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | International Environmental Agreements: Kyoto, Paris, and beyond. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Policy & Future: Green industrial policy and social equity. | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | general evaluation | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 139 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,56 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||