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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | JZ222 |
| Name | Statistics in Earth Sciences |
| Term | 2021-2022 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. TOLGA ÇAN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. TOLGA ÇAN
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the basic statistical concepts, the analysis, the presentation and the interpretation of geological data by using statistical methods.
Course Content
Sampling methods, data collections and organization, analysis of data and graphical presentations, frequency table creation, probability, variables, relation between variables
Course Precondition
Resources
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Collect and organize data by using statistical methods. |
| LO02 | Analyses the geological data by using statistical methods. |
| LO03 | Knows and uses the statistics programs. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Uses Fundamental Geological information, having necessary information in Mathematical and Natural sciences and employs theoretical and applied information in these areas in engineering solutions. Identifies, formulizes and solves geological problems. Realizes the social effects of identified solutions for geological problems. Identifies, defines, formulizes and solves engineering problems. Chooses and applies the appropriate analytical and modelling techniques for this purpose. | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Uses necessary techniques and instruments for geological applications Identifies rock types, draws geological maps and cross sections. Investigates and reports all kinds of natural resources and geological hazards | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Thinks, interprets, analyzes and synthesizes geological events in 3D. Chooses and applies necessary methods and instruments for engineering applications. Uses the information technology effectively. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Investigates to obtain scientific information, and uses data bases and other data sources actively. Has an awareness of life long learning; follows developments in science and technology to keep up to date | 0 |
| PLO07 | - | Initiates effective interactions in Turkish both orally and in written form, and speaks at least one foreign language. Defines necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improves himself/herself continuously. | 0 |
| PLO08 | - | Knows job related and ethical responsibilities, project management, office applications and safety, and realizes juridical responsibilities of engineering applications. Knows the universal and societal effects of engineering solutions and applications. Has an awareness of entrepreneuring and innovative subjects; knows and finds solutions for the new century. | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and basic concepts | Reading related sources | |
| 2 | Preparation of data and creating frequency table | Reading related sources | |
| 3 | Graphical presentations ( Columnar and Pay diagrams) | Reading related sources | |
| 4 | Histograms and polygons | Reading related sources | |
| 5 | Central (Central tendency) dimensions | Reading related sources | |
| 6 | Measures of dispersion | Reading related sources | |
| 7 | Probability (Permutations and Combinations) | Reading related sources | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | preparation | |
| 9 | Distributions (Normal and T distribution) | Reading related sources | |
| 10 | Sampling selection, confidence interval | Reading related sources | |
| 11 | Hypothesis tests ( types of error) | Reading related sources | |
| 12 | Linear regreation (Least squares methods) | Reading related sources | |
| 13 | Random variables ( continuos and discrete random variables) | Reading related sources | |
| 14 | Relationships between variables ( Correlation coefficient) | Reading related sources | |
| 15 | Analysis of variance (ANOVA) | Reading related sources | |
| 16 | Term Exams | preparation | |
| 17 | Term Exams | preparation |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 125 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,00 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||