METE400 SUMMER PRACTICE II
| Course Code: | 5700400 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 0 (0.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Metallurgical and Materials Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. ÇİĞDEM TOPARLI |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
After successfully completing this course the student will be able to;
1- Apply his/her theoretical engineering and basic science knowledge gained in the third year
2- Apply the material selection, design and process parameters that covers the main four field (structure, properties, process and performance) in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
3- Design a system, a system’s part or a process that is commercially used/sold
4- Complete an engineering task that has an eventual end product
5- Understand the consequences of engineering solutions in society and in other various dimensions
6- Define, formulate and solve engineering problems
7- Identify contemporary issues in industry and profession
8- Manage time more effectively
9- Have a better idea on what specific field to pick as a career path.
10- Have ethical and professional responsibility
11- Work in inter-disciplinary teams
12- Communicate effectively in professional environment
13- Able to analyze his/her own strength and weaknesses
Course Content
Summer practice of at least 21 working days carried out in an establishment suitable with option courses followed in the third year. A comprehensive report is required which will combine the knowledge gained in the third year courses with the practical experience gained by the student.
Course Learning Outcomes
1- An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
2- An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
3- Ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
4- An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
5- An ability to identify, to formulate, and solve engineering problems
6- An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
7- An ability to communicate effectively
8- Knowledge of contemporary issues
9- An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
10- A knowledge of the scientific and engineering principles underlying the four major elements of the field; structure, properties, processing and performance related to material systems
11- An ability to apply and integrate knowledge from each of the four major elements of the field to solve materials and/or process selection and design problems
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Knowledge of the scientific and engineering principles underlying the four major elements of the field; structure, properties, processing and performance related to material systems | ✔ | |||
| 9 | An ability to apply and integrate knowledge from each of the four major elements of the field to solve materials and/or process selection and design problems | ✔ | |||