Big data characteristics, distributed systems, hdfs, map reduce, spark, dask, using streaming data, data visualization, performing scalable data processing operations, big data infrastructure, data transfer and integration, big data, data science and machine learning relationships, and concepts

A broad introduction to deep feedforward networks, regularization for deep learning, and optimization for training deep models; convolutional networks; sequence modeling using recurrent networks

Foundations of user experience. User experience design principles and research methods. Connecting user experience research with user experience design through design guidelines. Introduction to user experience management; an investigation into bad and good user experience practices.

Introduction to the concepts of extended reality. New experiences that extended reality provides. State of the art software and hardware solutions for extended reality. The holistic design process of extended reality projects: research, ideation, design, prototyping, and evaluation.

Theory of international trade: Ricardian model of comparative advantage, Hecksher-Ohlin model, specific factors model, trade and market structure. Domestic politics of trade; tariffs, quotas and other non-tariff barriers. International politics of trade, history of world trade talks and the WTO. International movement of factors: Immigration and foreign investment; technology transfer and the role of multinational companies.

Conceptual and empirical understanding of the globalization of business in an era of turbulence and uncertainty. Discovering the tools of global business including international trade, foreign direct investments, foreign exchange and regional integration. Building up the foundations of a global business strategy with a focus on entering foreign markets, global entrepreneurship, managing competition, analyzing market potential with a focus on emerging markets, esp. Asia. Exploring the dynamics of becoming a global corporate citizen by managing cultural differences, dealing with geopolitical risks, and formulating social responsibility initiatives

Problematic issues concerning human rights in Türkiye; the European Convention on Human Rights; the substantive rights laid down in the Convention (right to life, prohibition of torture, right to liberty and security, right to a fair trial, protection of private life, freedom of expression); recent legal and political developments in Türkiye from the viewpoint of human rights; current topics of debate.

A historical introduction to ethical reasoning in order to develop skills to examine our lives. Recognition of the principal problems of ethics in a variety of works. Reading, thinking and writing critically about ethical issues and problems. Examination of theory of knowledge, origins of ethics, ethical responsibility and critiques of ethical theories under the guidance of Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant and Nietzsche.

A historical introduction to ethical reasoning in order to develop skills to examine our lives. Recognition of the principal problems of ethics in a variety of works. Reading, thinking and writing critically about ethical issues and problems. Examination of theory of knowledge, origins of ethics, ethical responsibility and critiques of ethical theories under the guidance of Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant and Nietzsche.

A historical introduction to ethical reasoning in order to develop skills to examine our lives. Recognition of the principal problems of ethics in a variety of works. Reading, thinking and writing critically about ethical issues and problems. Examination of theory of knowledge, origins of ethics, ethical responsibility and critiques of ethical theories under the guidance of Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant and Nietzsche.

The aims of this course are to introduce the cultural and social issues which are significant in the making of modern Türkiye. The course will cover the period from the early nineteenth century with specific emphasis on the cultural and social transformations in major moments and turning points. To give an overview of the history of Türkiye, the first weeks of the lecture will cover the leading issues in the history of the Ottoman Empire and Turkish Republic. Then, the course will proceed with selected topics that are important in understanding the Turkish society.

An introduction of beginners to the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing and to the French culture in order to develop basic communication in the target language. Common European Framework of Reference for Language: first half of level A1.

An introduction of beginners to the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing and to the French culture in order to develop basic communication in the target language. Common European Framework of Reference for Language: first half of level A1.

Continuation of FREN 201, designed to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills and to deepen cultural awareness for successful interaction in routine situations. Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: second half of level A1.

An introduction of beginners to the four language skills listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as to the German culture. Enables learners to ask and answer simple questions on very familiar topics; to initiate and to respond to simple statements in areas of immediate need. Complies with the first half of level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

An introduction of beginners to the four language skills listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as to the German culture. Enables learners to ask and answer simple questions on very familiar topics; to initiate and to respond to simple statements in areas of immediate need. Complies with the first half of level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Introduction to the key issues in the cultural history of Europe, Near Eastern Mediterranean, Eurasia and Americas from the 5th century A.D. to the 15th century, emphasis on aspects, which have contributed to our modern cultures. Various sources, methods of analysis of history, society, religion and art of medieval cultures as well as their mutual relationships and connections. Focusing on the Byzantine world and Medieval Europe, the rise and spreading of Islamic civilizations, the developments in Eurasian and Mesoamerican civilizations before the 15th century.

Introduction to the key issues in the cultural history of Europe, Near Eastern Mediterranean, Eurasia and Americas from the 5th century A.D. to the 15th century, emphasis on aspects, which have contributed to our modern cultures. Various sources, methods of analysis of history, society, religion and art of medieval cultures as well as their mutual relationships and connections. Focusing on the Byzantine world and Medieval Europe, the rise and spreading of Islamic civilizations, the developments in Eurasian and Mesoamerican civilizations before the 15th century.

Introduction to many of the religious traditions from the Mediterranean and Near Eastern regions including ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, the Hittites, Judaism and Christianity. Study of the history and cultural contexts of these religions in order to better understand how the belief systems developed over time.

Examining the world history, politics and society between the 17th century and the early 21th century. Focusing on both chief themes such as nation-states, citizenship, hegemony, colonization, migration and liberalism and major events such as French Revolution, the spread of westernization, the rivalries of the Great Powers, World War I, the spread of Americanization, the rise of Communism, and the spread of globalization. Recourse to a variety of historical, sociological, philosophical sources, the writings of major thinkers to films, photos and cartoons.

The basic tools and concepts of politics, political systems, and political science; an overview of the basic terminology and theories of political science so as to enable students to understand the functioning of different political systems; a systematic understanding of political institutions and dynamics as a basis for an adequate analysis of global problems, from economic development to security to the environment.

A slice of political history blended with cinema. Knowledge and awareness about world politics with an emphasis on countries that do not usually draw attention, such as Congo, Uruguay, Chile, South Africa, South Korea, Iran, and Cambodia. Important political incidents, mostly in the period of the Cold War, and their reflections in cinema.

Topics will be announced when offered.

Contemporary political ideologies including environmentalism, feminism, anarchism, religious fundamentalism, socialism, fascism, liberalism and conservatism. Selections from canonical texts, pamphlets, propaganda materials, public speeches.