ENS307 Sustainability and Green Transformation

4 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 5. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING PR.
Code ENS307
Name Sustainability and Green Transformation
Term 2026-2027 Academic Year
Semester 5. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Belirsiz
Type Normal
Label E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi KÜBRA TÜMAY ATEŞ
Course Instructor
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.


Course Goal / Objective

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the concept of sustainability in its environmental, economic, and social dimensions; to provide an understanding of green transformation practices at both individual and organizational levels; and to develop awareness for sustainable decision-making.

Course Content

The course covers the concept of sustainability, climate change, carbon footprint, circular economy, green production, sustainable consumption, energy efficiency, green transformation practices, and sustainability strategies in businesses.

Course Precondition

There are no prerequisites.

Resources

Course Materials and Recommended Books

Notes

Presentations


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Explains the concept of sustainability.
LO02 Interprets climate change.
LO03 Analyzes the carbon footprint.
LO04 Explains the concept of circular economy.
LO05 Evaluates sustainable consumption.
LO06 Explains sustainability in businesses.
LO07 Develops sustainable behavior in daily life.
LO08 Basit projeler tasarlar.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquires sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and Industrial Engineering discipline-specific subjects; acquires the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems.
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquires the ability to identify, define, formulate and analytically solve complex Industrial Engineering problems; and has the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquires the ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; acquires the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquires the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Industrial Engineering applications and acquires the ability to use information technologies effectively.
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquire the skills to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex Industrial Engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. 3
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams or individually. 3
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write and understand effective reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. 3
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı They have awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; they have the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew themselves.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Acting in accordance with ethical principles, becoming knowledgeable about the standards used in engineering practices with awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Learn about business practices such as project management, risk management and change management, and is aware of entrepreneurship and innovation.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Informed about the universal and societal impacts of engineering practices on health, environment and safety, and the contemporary problems reflected in the field of engineering, and is aware of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. 3
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Benefit from the power of effective communication in professional life and has the ability to interpret developments correctly.
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Have the ability to design, develop, implement and improve integrated systems that include machines, people, time, information or money.
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği By applying modern design methods, they have the ability to design, develop, implement and improve complex products, processes, businesses and systems under realistic conditions and constraints such as cost, environment, sustainable development, energy, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety and political issues. 4


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 What is sustainability Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 Dimensions of sustainability Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
3 Climate change Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
4 Carbon footprint Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap
5 Natural resources Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma
6 Waste management Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
7 Circular economy Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
8 Mid-Term Exam Classic exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Green production Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
10 Sustainable consumption Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma
11 Sustainability in businesses Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap
12 Green transformation Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
13 Daily life applications Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Beyin Fırtınası
14 Project development Application Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Örnek Olay
15 Presentations Presentation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Proje Temelli Öğrenme
16 Term Exams Classic exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Classic exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 14 14
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 15 15
Final Exam 1 15 15
Total Workload (Hour) 100
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,00
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 05.05.2026 11:09