System Dynamics(IND404)
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theory | Practice | Lab | Credit | ECTS |
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IND404 | System Dynamics | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
Prerequisites | IND304 |
Admission Requirements | IND304 |
Language of Instruction | |
Course Type | Elective |
Course Level | Bachelor Degree |
Course Instructor(s) | Mehtap DURSUN KARAHÜSEYİN mdursun@gsu.edu.tr (Email) |
Assistant | Orhan İlker BAŞARAN oibasaran@gsu.edu.tr (Email) |
Objective | This course is designed to develop an understanding of complex systems. It aims to equip students with an advanced knowledge of causal mapping technique. |
Content | Definition of a system, Complex systems, The modeling process, Structure and behavior of dynamic systems, Causal links, Causal loop diagrams, Stocks and Flows, Dynamics of stocks and flows, Dynamics of simple structures, The dynamics of growth, Delays |
Course Learning Outcomes |
This course enables students to 1: Define different system types, 2: Explain properties of dynamic systems, 3: Propose dynamic system models using causal links and causal loop diagrams, 4: Analyze dynamic systems. |
Teaching and Learning Methods | Lecture, question-answer, case studies, discussion. |
References |
Sterman, J. D., “Business Dynamics: Systems Thinking and Modeling for a Complex World”, Irwin McGraw-Hill, Boston, MA, 2000. Morecroft, J., “Strategic Modelling and Business Dynamics: A Feedback Systems Approach”, John Wiley and Sons, England, 2007. Erkut, H., “Analiz, Tasarım ve Uygulamalı Sistem Yönetimi”, İrfan Yayıncılık, İstanbul, 2005. |
Theory Topics
Week | Weekly Contents |
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1 | Definition of a system |
2 | Complex systems |
3 | The modeling process |
4 | Structure and behavior of dynamic systems |
5 | Causal links |
6 | Causal loop diagrams |
7 | Causal loop diagrams |
8 | Stocks and Flows |
9 | Midterm exam |
10 | Dynamics of stocks and flows |
11 | Dynamics of simple structures |
12 | The dynamics of growth • S- shaped growth |
13 | The dynamics of growth • Path dependence and positive feedback |
14 | Delays |
Practice Topics
Week | Weekly Contents |
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Contribution to Overall Grade
Number | Contribution | |
---|---|---|
Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade | 1 | 50 |
Contribution of final exam to overall grade | 1 | 50 |
Toplam | 2 | 100 |
In-Term Studies
Number | Contribution | |
---|---|---|
Assignments | 0 | 0 |
Presentation | 0 | 0 |
Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 30 |
Project | 1 | 20 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
Other Applications | 0 | 0 |
Quiz | 0 | 0 |
Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 |
Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 |
Reports | 0 | 0 |
Learning Diary | 0 | 0 |
Thesis/ Project | 0 | 0 |
Seminar | 0 | 0 |
Other | 0 | 0 |
Toplam | 2 | 50 |
No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
1 | Knowledge and understanding of a wide range of basic sciences (math, physics, ...) and the main concepts of engineering | X | ||||
2 | Ability to combine the knowledge and skills to solve engineering problems and provide reliable solutions | X | ||||
3 | Ability to select and apply methods of analysis and modeling to ask, reformulate and solve the complex problems of industrial engineering | X | ||||
4 | Ability to conceptualize complex systems, processes or products under practical constraints to improve their performance, ability to use innovative methods of design | X | ||||
5 | Ability to design, select and apply methods and tools needed to solve problems related to the practice of industrial engineering, ability to use computer technology | X | ||||
6 | Ability to design experiments, collect and interpret data and analyze results | X | ||||
7 | Ability to work independently, ability to participate in working groups and have a multidisciplinary team spirit | X | ||||
8 | Ability to communicate effectively, ability to speak at least two foreign languages | |||||
9 | Awareness of the need for continuous improvement of lifelong learning, ability to keep abreast of scientific and technological developments to use the tools of information management | X | ||||
10 | Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility | |||||
11 | Knowledge of the concepts of professional life as "project management", "risk management" and "management of change" | X | ||||
12 | Knowledge on entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability | |||||
13 | Understanding of the effects of Industrial Engineering applications on global and social health, environment and safety. | |||||
14 | Knowledge of the problems of contemporary society | X | ||||
15 | Knowledge of the legal implications of the practice of industrial engineering |
Activities | Number | Period | Total Workload |
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Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Working Hours out of Class | 13 | 1 | 13 |
Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 7 | 7 |
Project | 1 | 20 | 20 |
Final Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
Total Workload | 94 | ||
Total Workload / 25 | 3,76 | ||
Credits ECTS | 4 |