MDZ210 Probability and Statistics

4 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 4. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
MINING ENGINEERING PR.
Code MDZ210
Name Probability and Statistics
Term 2025-2026 Academic Year
Semester 4. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label BS Basic Science Courses C Compulsory
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. ALİ İHSAN GENÇ
Course Instructor
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Prof. Dr. ALİ İHSAN GENÇ (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

To explain the statistical concepts and analysing methods used in geosciences especially in mining and geology areas, for helping students gain capability over these methods.

Course Content

Explain to student statistical concepts and analysing methods used in geosciences especially in mining and geology areas, gaining capability over these methods.

Course Precondition

None

Resources

Olasılık ve İstatistik, Fikri Akdeniz, Nobel Kitabevi, 2012.

Notes

Olasılık ve İstatistiğe Giriş, Sheldon M. Ross, 2012, Nobel Yayınevi.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Explains the basic concepts used in statistics.
LO02 Organizes and summarizes data.
LO03 Computes the measures of central tendency and dispersion.
LO04 Explains the notion of probability.
LO05 Performs a hypothesis testing.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal PÇ1. (a) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, basic sciences, and discipline-specific topics in Mining Engineering; PÇ1. (b) the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas for solving complex engineering problems. 5
PLO02 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ2. (a) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in Mining Engineering; PÇ2. (b) ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
PLO03 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ3. (a) Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specified requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; PÇ3. (b) ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ4. (a) Ability to select and use modern technical tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Mining Engineering applications; PÇ4. (b) ability to effectively use information technologies.
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ5. Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of problems specific to Mining Engineering.
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ6. (a) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary (Mining Engineering) and multidisciplinary teams; PÇ6. (b) ability to work individually.
PLO07 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği PÇ7. (a) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; PÇ7. (b) knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği PÇ8. Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously improve oneself.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği PÇ9. Ability to act in accordance with the ethical principles of Mining Engineering; knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practice.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği PÇ10. Knowledge of business-life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği PÇ11. Knowledge of the impacts of Mining Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as contemporary issues in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of Mining Engineering solutions.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction to probability, the basic concepts in statistics Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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2 Sorting and grouping, series, charts, study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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3 Graphical presentation of data, frequency division, Study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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4 Arithmetic, plaid, harmonic and geometric means, study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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5 Mode, median, quantiles and percentiles, study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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6 Distribution range, mean deviation, variance, standard deviation, the study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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7 The coefficient of variation, skewness, kurtosis, and study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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8 Mid-Term Exam Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources Ölçme Yöntemleri:
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9 Point and interval estimates, z, t and chi-square distributions, study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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10 Probability theory and study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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11 Probability divisions, permutations, combinations, study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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12 Hypothesis testing, z and t distribution, study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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13 Simple regression analysis and hypothesis testing, study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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14 Correlation analysis, hypothesis testing and confidence limits of correlation, study questions Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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15 Correlation analysis, hypothesis testing and confidence limits of correlation, study questions II Lecture notes and literature references cited Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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16 Term Exams Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources Ölçme Yöntemleri:
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17 Term Exams Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources Ölçme Yöntemleri:
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Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

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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 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8
Final Exam 1 24 24
Total Workload (Hour) 88
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,52
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 20.11.2025 10:12