Industrial Engineering

System Dynamics(IND404)

Course Code Course Name Semester Theory Practice Lab Credit ECTS
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
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.
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Theory Topics
Week Weekly Contents
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
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
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
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
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