Metalurji ve Malzeme Mühendisliği Lisans Diploması

ISCO 08

ISCO 08

İzmir Katip Çelebi University Metallurgy and Materials Engineering Undergraduate Program adopts an interdisciplinary approach to the production, development, shaping, and performance enhancement of engineering materials such as metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. The program is conducted in strong interaction with fundamental sciences like physics, chemistry, and mathematics, as well as fields such as mining, chemical, mechanical, and mineral processing engineering.

Our aim is to educate engineers who understand the production–structure–property–performance relationship throughout the process from raw materials to final products, and who can use this knowledge to develop innovative, efficient, and sustainable material solutions. Our students gain expertise in areas such as material production from industrial and recyclable sources, microstructure analysis, surface engineering, heat treatment techniques, and advanced characterization methods.

The program provides scientific infrastructure, laboratory equipment, and information technology support capable of competing at national and international levels. Modern research opportunities are available in fields such as metallography, powder metallurgy, ceramic synthesis, polymer development, thin film coating, mechanical characterization, electron microscopy (SEM-EDS), X-ray diffraction, and thermal analysis.

Our graduates acquire the knowledge and skills to work in a wide range of roles, including production, design, R&D, quality control, and management, covering processes from casting to plastic forming, welded manufacturing, and polymer and composite production. The program aims to cultivate innovative engineers and scientists who embrace a lifelong learning culture, adhere to ethical values, and provide solutions to societal and industrial challenges.

Education and training are conducted through both on-campus and distance learning. Additionally, practical training is provided in laboratories and workshops within higher education institutions, or in industry, healthcare institutions, and workplaces as internships or workplace training.

This program is delivered in English.

Program Outcomes (PO) – Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

PO1: Acquire sufficient knowledge in mathematics, natural sciences, and discipline-specific topics of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering; gain the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to solve complex engineering problems.

PO2: Gain the ability to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; acquire skills to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

PO3: Gain the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; acquire skills in applying modern design methods.

PO4: Gain the ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering applications; acquire proficiency in effectively using information technologies.

PO5: Gain the ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering.

PO6: Acquire the ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; gain the ability to work independently.

PO7: Gain the ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; acquire knowledge of at least one foreign language, skills in writing and understanding technical reports, preparing design and production documentation, delivering effective presentations, and giving and receiving clear instructions.

PO8: Develop awareness of the necessity for lifelong learning; acquire skills in accessing information, keeping up with scientific and technological developments, and continuously improving oneself.

PO9: Gain knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and awareness of standards used in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering practices.

PO10: Acquire knowledge of business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation, as well as knowledge of sustainable development.

PO11: Gain knowledge of the impacts of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering applications on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels; develop awareness of contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering and of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Has advanced proficiency in the key competencies listed below:

• Literacy competence
• Multilingual competence
• Mathematical competence and competence in science, technology, and engineering
• Digital competence
• Personal, social, and learning-to-learn competence
• Citizenship competence
• Entrepreneurship competence
• Cultural awareness and expression competence

• The types of examinations and their contribution to the course grade are determined by our University Senate in accordance with the basic principles set by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK).
• Various methods such as assignments, projects, practical studies, mid-term exams, and final exams are used in assessment and evaluation.
• Letter- and/or number-based grading systems are applied in evaluating student achievement.
• In assessing a student’s performance in a course, both the grade obtained from in-term work (out of 100) and the grade obtained from the final exam (out of 100) are taken into account.
• In measuring success, the weight of in-term work is 40% and the weight of the final exam is 60%. (For certain courses, these percentages may be changed by a decision of the Faculty Senate.)

Letter Grades and Coefficients

• AA: 4.00 (Excellent)
• BA: 3.50 (Very Good)
• BB: 3.00 (Good)
• CB: 2.50 (Fair)
• CC: 2.00 (Sufficient)
• DC: 1.50 (Conditionally Successful)
• DD: 1.00 (Unsuccessful)
• FD: 0.50 (Unsuccessful)
• FF / F0: 0.00 (Unsuccessful)

Additional Notes:

• A relative grading system is used in determining achievement grades. A DC grade indicates that the student is conditionally successful in the course. To graduate, a student must have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.00. DC grades are included in the CGPA.
• G (Passed): Indicates that the student successfully completed the course; not included in the CGPA.
• K (Failed): Indicates failure in a non-credit course; not included in the CGPA.
• MZ (Excused): Indicates that course requirements could not be completed due to illness or a valid excuse; if not completed in the following semester, it automatically turns into an FF.
• MF (Exempt): Indicates exemption from equivalent courses taken in previous programs; not included in the CGPA.

Make-up, Single-Course, and Graduation Exams

• Make-up Exam: Students who failed the final exam or did not attend it have the right to take the make-up exam for that semester.
• Single-Course Exam: Students who are at the graduation stage but have failed in only one course may benefit from the single-course exam right within the framework of the relevant regulations.
• Graduation Exam: Students who have failed in at most two courses or whose CGPA is below 2.00 are granted the right to take the graduation exam within the period specified in the academic calendar. A minimum grade of CC is required to be considered successful.

The department’s program has been accredited by MÜDEK for a period of five (5) years, effective 01.05.2025 – 30.09.2030.

Apart from MÜDEK accreditation, the quality assurance of undergraduate programs in higher education is ensured in accordance with the “Procedures and Principles Regarding the Quality Assurance of Higher Education Diploma Programs”.

1. Development and Approval of Curricula

1.1. The Council of Higher Education (YÖK) determines the minimum standards and criteria required for the establishment of undergraduate departments and programs in higher education institutions.

1.2. The curriculum of undergraduate programs, along with the intended learning outcomes of each program, is determined by the University Senate in accordance with the fundamental principles set by YÖK.

1.3. National Core Education Curricula are implemented by higher education institutions following their adoption by the relevant Deans’ Council and approval by YÖK.

2. Assessment and Evaluation

The assessment and evaluation of the learning outcomes of each undergraduate program are carried out in accordance with the University’s Education, Training, and Examination Regulations, prepared by the Senate in line with the fundamental principles established by YÖK.

3. Certification

Students enrolled in undergraduate programs are awarded a bachelor’s degree diploma upon successful completion of the prescribed course credits and other academic requirements as determined by the higher education institution.

4. Internal and External Evaluation

Higher education institutions, within the scope of continuous monitoring, submit their Annual Internal Evaluation Reports from the previous year into the Information System prepared by the Higher Education Quality Council (YÖKAK) at the beginning of each academic year.
YÖKAK publishes a Corporate Feedback Report regarding the external evaluation of higher education institutions for public access. In addition, accreditation decisions issued by accreditation bodies authorized or recognized by YÖKAK demonstrate that the program meets quality assurance standards. Pursuant to YÖKAK regulations, regular review activities are conducted to ensure compliance with the prescribed qualifications.

To enroll in undergraduate programs at İzmir Katip Çelebi University (İKÇÜ), a candidate must have passed the exam conducted by the Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM) and must not be registered in another formal higher education program. Candidates must complete their enrollment at the university within the deadlines set by the Senate, submitting the documents required by YÖK, ÖSYM, and the Rectorate. Originals or university-certified copies of the required documents are accepted. Regarding military service status and criminal record, the process is based on the candidate’s written declaration. Legal action will be taken against students who provide false information during registration.

Candidates who are granted the right to enroll must apply in person; applications by mail are not accepted. Candidates who fail to register within the specified period lose their right to enroll.

For registration, candidates must fulfill the financial obligations determined by YÖK and the University in accordance with relevant regulations. Upon completion of the registration process, the student officially acquires student status.

The registration of foreign nationals is carried out according to relevant regulations and principles determined by the Rectorate.

Students who complete their registration receive a photo ID card from the Rectorate, confirming their status as a student of the University.

Graduates of the Metallurgy and Materials Engineering program can find employment in all types of material-related industries, including public institutions, the automotive industry, defense industry, aerospace industry, iron and steel industry, non-ferrous metal industry, foundry industry, ceramics and glass industry, energy sector, machinery industry, polymer industry, electronic materials industry, and composite materials industry, as well as in national and international companies and all organizations conducting research and development activities, particularly in production and marketing units.

Graduates can also participate in graduate programs offered by various academic departments at universities and work as R&D engineers in research and project activities

1. Law No. 2547 on Higher Education

1.1. Regulation on the Principles of Transfer Between Associate and Undergraduate Programs, Double Major, Minor, and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer in Higher Education Institutions

1.2. Regulation on the Continuation of Undergraduate Education by Graduates of Vocational Schools of Higher Education and Open Education Associate Degree Programs

2. Law No. 2547 on Higher Education (Additional Article 35)

2.1. Regulation on Higher Education Quality Assurance and the Higher Education Quality Board (YÖKAK)

The qualification is valid indefinitely.