Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1MEE101Introduction to Mechanical Engineering2+0+02221.10.2025

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Mechanical Engineering (English)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The objective of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts, principles, and applications of mechanical engineering. Students will gain an understanding of the profession, its disciplines, and the role of mechanical engineers in solving real-world problems through design, analysis, and innovation.
Course Content Overview of mechanical engineering and its sub-disciplines

Engineering ethics and professional responsibilities

Units, dimensions, and engineering calculations

Introduction to engineering materials

Basics of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer

Fundamentals of mechanics and dynamics

Introduction to manufacturing processes

Energy systems and sustainability

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) basics

Emerging technologies in mechanical engineering
Course Methods and Techniques Presentation
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof. Doruk GÜRKAN
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Shigley, J. E.Mechanical Engineering Design.
Çengel, Y. A., & Boles, M. A.Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach.
Beer, F. P., & Johnston, E. R.Vector Mechanics for Engineers.
Course Notes Shigley, J. E.Mechanical Engineering Design.
Documents Çengel, Y. A., & Boles, M. A.Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach.
Assignments Çengel, Y. A., & Boles, M. A.Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach.

Course Category
Engineering %50
Engineering Design %50

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 30
Assignment 1 % 20
Final examination 1 % 50
Total
3
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 2 28
Assignments 1 10 10
Mid-terms 1 10 10
Final examination 1 15 15
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 2 63

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Explain the scope and importance of mechanical engineering in industry and society.
2 Apply basic engineering concepts and units in problem-solving.
3 Identify common engineering materials and their applications.
4 Describe fundamental principles of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanics.
5 Recognize basic manufacturing processes and energy systems.
6 Demonstrate awareness of engineering ethics, sustainability, and emerging technologies.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction; mechanical engineering profession
2 Engineering Ethics; business etiquette, morals, ethics, engineering ethics, research and publication ethics
3 Areas of interest in mechanical engineering
4 Introduction to Mechanics; principles of statics and dynamics, force, moment, torque, equilibrium of forces and moments, free-body diagram
5 Introduction to Mechanics of Materials: Strength of Materials
6 Introduction to Engineering Design
7 Introduction to Engineering Design
8 Midterm Exam
9 Introduction to Materials Science and Manufacturing Technology; materials classification, introduction to manufacturing, classification of manufacturing processes
10 Introduction to Materials Science and Manufacturing Technology; materials classification, introduction to manufacturing, classification of manufacturing processes.
11 Introduction to Thermal and Energy Systems, Introduction to Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer
12 Introduction to Thermal and Energy Systems, Introduction to Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer
13 Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
14 Estimation in engineering, problem solving and communication skills, presenting engineering calculations
15 Estimation in engineering, problem solving and communication skills, presenting engineering calculations
16 Final Exam

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12
All 5 3 2 2 3 3 3 5 5 2
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6

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