Course Details and Syllabus

First Semester:

ATA 101 Principles of Atatürk and History of Turkish Revolution I

This course will cover the topics of; The concept of revolution, the factors leading to Turkish revolution and the reasons of the collapse of the Ottoman Empire, Ottoman Empire in the rescue efforts, flows of ideas, World War I, Mustafa Kemal Anatolian transition and congresses, Turkey opening of the Grand National Assembly, the liberation war, foreign policy, Mudanya cease-fire, the Lausanne conference.

CENG 109  Programming and Computation I

This course provides an introduction to mathematical modeling of computational problems. It covers the common algorithms, algorithmic paradigms, and data structures used to solve these problems. The course emphasizes the relationship between algorithms and programming and introduces basic performance measures and analysis techniques for these problems. Typed functions, conditional expressions, and repetition (recursion) are introduced alongside as the basic methods to operate on this structured data. 

ENG 101 Academic English I

This course is an integrated skills-based course in the four language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) along with the grammar and vocabulary knowledge. With its engaging content and systematic skills work, students will be able to express their ideas and develop their communicative abilities. It also includes a strong focus on study skills encouraging independent learning. 

EPR 121 Entrepreneurship Project I

To become entrepreneurs and project makers, our students receive information such as establishment and management of business, business accounting, business start-up and incentives, R & D and design center activities, project supports. By collaborating with students who choose similar projects from other programs, they start their experience of forming a team and doing business together.

IUL 151 Introduction to University Life

It is a program that aims to adapt to the new environment of the university in a pleasant way, consisting of various activities that will be offered in addition to academic studies, in order for our students to adapt to university life. These activities will support students as an active individual with programs that can help students to achieve their goals and contribute to their personal development. The program, which is focused on socio-cultural activities, aims to create an awareness about intellectual curiosity, cultural sensitivity and taking responsibility, by giving you a weekly break, and to improve students’ vision as well as to educate them as a beneficial individual to the society and the world. 

MATH 101 Engineering Mathematics I

Functions, limits, continuity, differentiation and applications, integration, fundamental theorem of calculus, techniques and applications of integration, improper integrals and series, Taylor polynomials, power series, basic transcendental functions. 

PHYS 101 Engineering Physics I

Vectors, translational kinematics and dynamics work and energy, system of particles, rotational kinematics and dynamics, equilibrium, gravitation oscillations, waves, fluid mechanics, statistical mechanics, heat and thermodynamics. (One laboratory session every week.) 

TUR 101 Turkish I

Definition of the language, social value of language; Characteristics of written and oral expression; Sentence knowledge; Speech disorders; written and oral expression; Effective reading and text analysis will be included during this course.

EHS 101 Occupational Health and Safety

This course will cover an overview of occupational health and safety and safety culture, national occupational health and safety system, occupational health and safety approach, occupational health and safety legislation, occupational health and safety services to be conducted by the employer, the concept of occupational accident and occupational disease and the costs, occupational accident and occupational disease concept and its costs, risk factors in occupational health and safety, individual and organizational factors in occupational health and safety, records to be kept in occupational health and safety, occupational health and safety in electrical works. 

Second Semester:

CENG 110  Programming and Computation II

Programming and Computation II builds upon the foundational concepts introduced in Programming and Computation I, advancing students’ understanding of algorithm design, data structures, and computational problem-solving. This course focuses on more sophisticated programming techniques, including object-oriented programming, modular design, and advanced recursion. Students explore complex data structures such as trees, graphs, and hash tables, while also learning strategies for optimizing performance and managing computational resources. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on developing efficient, maintainable, and scalable software solutions through hands-on programming exercises and projects.

MATH 102 Engineering Mathematics II

Vector calculus, functions of several variables, directional derivatives, gradient, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals and applications, change of variables, coordinate systems, line integrals, Green's theorem and its applications. 

PHYS 102 Engineering Physics II

Charge and matter, the electric field, Gauss law, electrostatic potential, capacitance, current and resistance, electromotive force and circuits, the magnetic field, Ampére's law, Faraday's law, inductance, magnetic properties of matter. (One laboratory session every week.) 

ENG 102 Academic English II

This course is an integrated skills-based course in the four language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) along with the grammar and vocabulary knowledge. With its engaging content and systematic skills work, students will be able to express their ideas and develop their communicative abilities. It also includes a strong focus on study skills encouraging independent learning. 

IUL 152 Building the Future

This course, which is the continuation of the Introduction to University Life Course, aims to raise the competence of the student in subjects such as career planning, interview processes, image and communication and to train highly qualified people. In addition, the course aims to provide students with the knowledge of science, technique, industry, creative thinking, developments in R & D, rational and critical thinking, reasoning ability, generating rational solutions and evaluating future business opportunities through various seminars. This course contributes to the development of the basic sciences in our country, giving students the opportunity to make applied research, renewing the existing knowledge and ideas, enriching and educating the elements needed by the profession branches.

WEX 124 Workplace Experience I

Students make observations and experience in the workplace one day of the week. Students take this course in business environment. The tasks and activities of the vocational candidates in this course should provide them with the opportunity to observe experienced superiors and workplace trainers on-the-job, to work individually with the students, even if they are limited. The activities carried out in the workplace experience course will provide candidates with various skills that will enable them to become an experienced employee. The students' progress in understanding the future profession and gaining the competencies constituting the profession will be evaluated by the university instructors who are in close cooperation with them and the application trainers and mentors who have gained experience in their work.

SENG 116 Object Oriented Programming

Object-Oriented Programming introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of object-oriented software development. This course covers key topics such as classes, objects, inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism, and abstraction. Students learn how to design and implement modular, reusable, and maintainable code using an object-oriented approach. The course emphasizes problem-solving through real-world examples, focusing on designing class hierarchies, applying design patterns, and using modern development tools. Through hands-on projects and coding exercises, students gain practical experience in building robust software systems using object-oriented languages such as Python or C++.

Third Semester:

FRL xxx Elective Foreign Language I

In this course, the students will be able to foreign language courses such as Chinese, German, Arabic, Italian, and Spanish etc.

WAP 227 Workplace Application I

This course is the continuation of the workplace experience 1 course and the students continue their workplace experience which they started in the previous semester with their mentors.

SENG 207- Human Computer Interaction

This course introduces the principles and practices behind the design and evaluation of interactive computing systems. The course focuses on understanding how humans interact with technology, covering topics such as user-centered design, usability principles, cognitive models, interaction styles, and interface design techniques. Students will explore methods for gathering user requirements, creating prototypes, and conducting usability testing. Through practical exercises and projects, students learn to design intuitive, accessible, and effective interfaces that enhance the overall user experience. 

CENG 205 Data Structures and Algorithms

This course explores the fundamental techniques for organizing, storing, and processing data efficiently. The course covers essential data structures such as arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, heaps, graphs, and hash tables, as well as key algorithms for searching, sorting, recursion, dynamic programming, and graph traversal. Students will analyze the time and space complexity of algorithms, gaining an understanding of algorithmic efficiency and performance trade-offs. Emphasis is placed on selecting appropriate data structures and algorithms for solving various computational problems, with hands-on programming assignments that reinforce theoretical concepts through practical implementation.

CENG 213 Discrete Computing Structures

This course introduces the fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques that form the foundation of computer science and software engineering. Topics include logic, sets, relations, functions, combinatorics, graph theory, trees, recursion, and finite state machines. Students learn how to apply formal reasoning, proof techniques, and discrete models to solve computational problems, analyze algorithms, and understand the theoretical underpinnings of software systems. The course emphasizes the relevance of discrete structures in areas such as data organization, algorithm design, software verification, and complexity analysis.

MATH 202 Differential Equations

 First-order differential equations, linear equations, homogeneous and non-homogeneous, series solutions, the Laplace transform, systems of first-order linear equations, boundary value problems, Fourier series.

Fourth Semester:

FRL xxx Elective Foreign Language II

In this course, the students will continue the language course they took in the previous semester. This will be the continuation of the Elective Foreign Language I course.

WAP 228 Workplace Application II

This course is the continuation of the WAP 227 workplace application I course and the students continue their workplace experience which they started in the previous semester with their mentors.

SENG 2xx Software Testing and Maintanence

This course is focuses on the principles, techniques, and tools used to ensure software quality throughout its lifecycle. The course covers key topics such as software verification and validation, unit testing, integration testing, system testing, regression testing, and test automation. Students learn how to design effective test cases, apply test strategies, and interpret test results to identify and resolve software defects. In the maintenance portion, the course addresses software evolution, refactoring, bug tracking, code reviews, and managing legacy systems. Emphasis is placed on maintaining software reliability, scalability, and performance in real-world environments, preparing students to sustain and improve software systems after deployment.

SENG 204 Software Engineering

This course provides an in-depth introduction to the systematic processes involved in the development of reliable, efficient, and maintainable software systems. The course covers the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Key topics include software process models, project management, software architecture, design patterns, version control, documentation, and team collaboration. Students gain practical experience by working on team-based projects that simulate real-world software development, applying engineering principles and best practices to deliver quality solutions. Emphasis is placed on balancing technical, organizational, and human factors to ensure successful software project outcomes.

MATH 201 Probability and Statistics for Engineers

Introduction to probability theory. Random variables, expectation, variance and moment generating functions. Distributions: Bernoulli, binomial, uniform, Gaussian, exponential, Poisson, gamma. Introduction to statistical concepts. Sampling and sample statistics. Point and interval estimation. Hypothesis testing. Regression. Numerical and computational aspects of random variable generation, sampling, and estimation.

SENG 202 Introduction to Database Management Systems

This course introduces the fundamental concepts, principles, and architectures of modern database systems. The course covers data models (with a focus on the relational model), database design using entity-relationship (ER) diagrams, relational algebra, SQL querying, and normalization techniques. Students learn how to design, implement, and manage databases effectively, ensuring data integrity, security, and performance. Additional topics include transaction management, concurrency control, indexing, and an introduction to NoSQL systems. Through hands-on exercises and projects, students gain practical experience in building and interacting with real-world database applications.

Fifth Semester:

LAW 301 Law Concepts for Engineering

This course provides an overview of the fundamental legal principles, regulations, and ethical responsibilities that impact engineering practice. The course covers topics such as intellectual property (patents, copyrights, trademarks), contract law, liability, professional ethics, workplace safety, environmental regulations, and legal standards relevant to engineering projects. Students learn how to navigate the legal landscape in their professional activities, understand the implications of their decisions, and recognize the importance of ethical and legal compliance in engineering work. Emphasis is placed on real-world case studies and practical examples that help future engineers make informed, responsible choices in their careers.

WAP 327 Workplace Application III

This course is the continuation of the WAP 228 workplace application I course and the students continue their workplace experience which they started in the previous semester with their mentors.

CENG 303 Operating Systems Design and Construction

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts, principles, and design of modern operating systems. The course covers key topics such as process management, thread scheduling, synchronization, deadlocks, memory management, file systems, input/output systems, and security. Students learn how operating systems serve as the interface between hardware and software, managing resources and ensuring system stability and performance. The course combines theoretical foundations with hands-on experience, including practical exercises and projects that explore real-world operating system implementations such as Linux or Windows.

SENG 324 New Trends in Software Engineering

This course explores the latest innovations, tools, and methodologies shaping the future of software development. The course covers contemporary topics such as agile and DevOps practices, continuous integration and delivery, microservices architecture, cloud-native development, artificial intelligence in software engineering, blockchain applications, software analytics, and emerging software quality assurance techniques. Students will analyze current research, study real-world case studies, and engage in hands-on projects to understand how these trends impact the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of modern software systems. The course aims to equip students with the awareness and adaptability needed to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of software engineering.

Sixth Semester:

SENG 312 Data Mining

This course introduces the fundamental concepts, techniques, and tools used to discover patterns, relationships, and insights from large datasets. The course covers topics such as data preprocessing, association rule mining, classification, clustering, anomaly detection, and dimensionality reduction. Students will explore core algorithms like decision trees, k-means, Apriori, and support vector machines, as well as evaluation metrics to assess model performance. Emphasis is placed on both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of data mining across fields such as business, healthcare, and social networks. Through hands-on projects and case studies, students gain practical experience in extracting actionable knowledge from real-world data.

SENG 305 Formal Languages and Automata

This course introduces the mathematical foundations of computing through the study of formal languages, grammars, and computational models. The course covers topics such as finite automata, regular languages, context-free grammars, pushdown automata, Turing machines, and undecidability. Students learn how to model and analyze computational problems, understand the limits of what can be computed, and explore the connections between language theory and practical applications such as compiler design, lexical analysis, and pattern matching. Emphasis is placed on developing rigorous reasoning and problem-solving skills through proofs, constructions, and algorithmic analysis.

SENG 310 Software Project Management

This course focuses on the principles, methodologies, and tools used to plan, execute, monitor, and successfully deliver software projects. The course covers key topics such as project lifecycle models, scope management, time and cost estimation, risk assessment, resource allocation, team leadership, quality assurance, and project communication. Students explore both traditional (waterfall) and modern (agile, Scrum) approaches, gaining practical experience with project management tools and techniques. Through case studies and group projects, students develop the skills to manage software teams effectively, meet client requirements, and deliver high-quality software solutions on time and within budget.

WEX 328 Workplace Application I

Within this course, students practice in the workplace one day of the week. Students apply this course in business environment. Candidates of the profession will have the opportunity to know the work environment and fully participate in what is happening at the workplace. The work to be carried out during the workplace application is planned according to the workplace before the beginning of the semester and by taking the opinions of the students and the application trainers who will guide them. Since each workplace's eco system will be different, the term plan is prepared after getting acquainted with the workplace's eco system, so that each student's weekly schedule may change.

ELEC 3 Technical Elective Course III

ELEC 4 Technical Elective Course IV

ELEC 5 Technical Elective Course V

Seventh Semester:

WEX 427-Workplace Experience II

Students gain experience by observing at work one day a week. Students take classes at work instead of school. In this course, vocational candidates have the opportunity to work individually and observe them, even if their duties and activities are limited to their experienced supervisors and trainers.

ELEC 6 Technical Elective Course VI

ELEC 7 Technical Elective Course VII

ELEC 8 Technical Elective Course VIII

ELEC 9 Technical Elective Course IX

ELEC 10 Technical Elective Course X

Eighth Semester:

SENG 402-Graduation Project II

This course is the continuation of Graduation Project I and involves the execution, completion, and presentation of the proposed aerospace engineering project. Students conduct detailed analysis, design, prototyping, simulations, or experiments as outlined in their project plans. The course culminates in a comprehensive final report and an oral presentation. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, engineering application, teamwork, and effective communication of technical results.

WEX 428-Workplace Experience III  

In the last semester of the program, all of the students will carry out practical training in a factory / production unit located in all provinces of Ankara or in Ankara in accordance with the predefined principles and principles that OSTIM Technical University deems appropriate. In addition, internship / on-the-job training will be carried out in a factory / production unit located in Ankara within the framework of the cooperation protocol between the OSTİM Technical University and the OSTİM Clusters within the framework of the development and cooperation. During this internship / on-the-job training, students will simultaneously take the “Project Management” course as internship / on-the-job training course. In this course, each student will be able to jointly identify the problem areas related to the Design, Production, Installation and Maintenance of various systems in the areas encountered in the factory / production unit where he / she is doing internship / on-the-job training, and jointly identify with the company the new generation creative solution proposals and will create a project idea, design it, develop it and reflect it on the field of application. This project will be evaluated in the performance of internship / on the job training.