Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences / Energy Systems Engineering

About The Program

Energy Systems Engineering undergraduate program provides a formation of energy systems engineering to educate engineers with the understanding of the rule of law, ethics and professional responsibility.

Profile of the Program

Energy Systems Engineering undergraduate program provides a diverse range of energy systems engineering subjects including the concept of energy, various energy sources and technologies, energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable development.

Qualification Awarded

Energy Systems Engineering , Bachelor's Degree

Length of Programme and Number of Credits

4 years (excluding one year of English Preparatory Program), 2 semesters per year, 17 weeks per semester, 240 ECTS

Level of Qualification

First Cycle (Bachelor’s) Degree; Level 6 in National Qualifications Framework for Higher Education in Turkey (NQF-HETR, TYYÇ)

Specific Admission Requirements

(1) High School Diploma (2) Placement through a nation-wide Student Selection and Placement Examinations (3) Certificate of Istanbul Bilgi University English Language Exam (BILET) or acceptable score of TOEFL or similar internationally recognised exams (4) For graduates of short-cycle degree programmes from the same or related fields of studies of vocational schools (MYOs), placement through a nation-wide Vertical Transfer Examination (Dikey Geçiş Sınavı) (5) For foreign students, placement by direct applications of candidates to the university and assessment by the university within the frameworks of the publicly available national and institutional regulations published on the university’s web site

Recognition of Credit Mobility and Prior Learning

The transfer of credits for courses taken outside of İstanbul Bilgi University is done in accordance with the associated principals of the Regulation by the respective Faculty or Institute Management Board. Students can be declared to be exempt from these courses if the associated Faculty/Institute Boards deem that the course content of the course taken at a different institution is in accordance with the content of the course given at İstanbul Bilgi University.

Qualification and Graduation Requirements and Regulations

A student is required to complete 240 ECTS credits and achieve a minimum CGPA of 2.00/4.00 with no failing grades.

Programme Learning Outcomes

Key Learning Outcomes;

Graduates of the programs will be able to;
  1. have an adequate knowledge of mathematics, sciences and energy systems engineering discipline; apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these fields to the complex engineering problems.
  2. identify, define, formulate and solve complex energy systems engineering problems; choose and apply the best analysis and modeling methods for that purpose.
  3. design a complex system, process, device or product to meet desired needs within the realistic constraints and conditions; apply modern design methods for that purpose.
  4. develop, choose and use the modern techniques and tools required to analyze and solve the complex problems in practice; use information technologies effectively.
  5. design and conduct an experiment, acquire data, analyze and interpret results to investigate engineering problems and research topics specific to different disciplines of energy.
  6. conduct an advanced study including energy systems individiually; function effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
  7. communicate effectively in Turkish both oral and written; have fluency in at least one foreign language; write a report and understand reports; make presentation; give and receive instructions.
  8. have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
  9. have awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and have information about the standards used in energy engineering.
  10. have knowledge about practices in business such as project, risk and change management, have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation and sustainable development.
  11. have awareness of impacts of energy systems engineering practices on health, environment and safety both universally and socially; have awareness of legal issues of engineering solutions.

Program Educational Objectives

  1. Graduates of Energy Systems Engineering will be able to work on applications of various energy sources and technologies and energy efficiency and conservation.
  2. Graduates of Energy Systems Engineering will be able to work on planning and managing of the process from energy generation to consumption.
  3. Graduates of Energy Systems Engineering will be able to work on the environmental impact assessment of utilization of energy sources, energy generation and consumption.
  4. Graduates of Energy Systems Engineering will be able to work on energy finance and marketing including energy purchases and the sales by the public or the private sector.
  5. Graduates of Energy Systems Engineering will be able to work on energy and environmental law in energy sector.
  6. Graduates of Energy Systems Engineering will be able to apply scientific outputs and engineering methods as required by research and development activites, and study at graduate level.

Program Curriculum Map

Curriculum Courses

M = MasterD = DevelopI = IntroduceN = None
Key Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the programs will be able to;
1. have an adequate knowledge of mathematics, sciences and energy systems engineering discipline; apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these fields to the complex engineering problems.
2. identify, define, formulate and solve complex energy systems engineering problems; choose and apply the best analysis and modeling methods for that purpose.
3. design a complex system, process, device or product to meet desired needs within the realistic constraints and conditions; apply modern design methods for that purpose.
4. develop, choose and use the modern techniques and tools required to analyze and solve the complex problems in practice; use information technologies effectively.
5. design and conduct an experiment, acquire data, analyze and interpret results to investigate engineering problems and research topics specific to different disciplines of energy.
6. conduct an advanced study including energy systems individiually; function effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
7. communicate effectively in Turkish both oral and written; have fluency in at least one foreign language; write a report and understand reports; make presentation; give and receive instructions.
Key Learning Outcomes
Level of Course Unit / Semester Course Code Course Name 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1 / 1 ENG/E 179 English for Academic Purposes I N N N N N N D
1 / 1 ESEN 101 Energy Systems Engineering I I N I I I N
1 / 1 ESEN 104 Technical Drawing for Energy Systems Engineering N I I I N I I
1 / 1 MATH 169 Calculus for Scientists and Engineers I I I N N N N N
1 / 1 PHYS 101 Physics I I I N N I N N
1 / 2 CHEM 101 Chemistry for Scientists and Engineers I I N N N N N
1 / 2 CHEM 110 Chemistry Lab for Scientists and Engineers I N N N I N N
1 / 2 CMPE 130 Algorithms and Programming N I N I N N N
1 / 2 ENG/E 180 English for Academic Purposes II N N N N N N D
1 / 2 MATH 170 Calculus for Scientists and Engineers II I I N N N N N
1 / 2 PHYS 102 Physics II I I N N I N N
2 / 1 ESEN 211 Engineering Mechanics D D N N N N N
2 / 1 ESEN 213 Thermodynamics for Engineers D D N M M D D
2 / 1 IE 260 Engineering Economics Analysis N N N N N N N
2 / 1 MATH 217 Linear Algebra D D N N N N N
2 / 2 CHEM 205 Chemistry of Materials D N D N N N N
2 / 2 ESEN 214 Thermodynamics for Engineers II D D N M N N N
2 / 2 ESEN 216 Fluid Mechanics M M M M D M N
2 / 2 MATH 240 Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists D D N N N N N
2 / 2 MATH 292 Differential Equations D D N N N N N
3 / 1 ESEN 200 Summer Practice-I M M M M M M M
3 / 1 ESEN 335 Heat and Mass Transfer D D D D N N N
3 / 1 ESEN 341 Energy Systems Modeling and Simulation D D N D N D N
3 / 2 ESEN 314 Fuels and Combustion D D D M N D N
3 / 2 ESEN 380 Power Plant Design D D N D D N D
3 / 2 ESEN 390 Experimental Design in Energy Systems Engineering D D D D D D D
4 / 1 ESEN 300 Summer Practice-II M M M M M M M
4 / 1 ESEN 408 Energy Environment and Law M N N N M N N
4 / 1 ESEN 491 Senior Design Project I M M M M M M M
4 / 2 ENGR 400 Ethics in Engineering and Science N N N N N N N
4 / 2 ESEN 492 Senior Design Project II M M M M M M M

Curriculum Electives

M = MasterD = DevelopI = IntroduceN = None

Course Code 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
ESEN Faculty List D D D D D D D
ESEN List D D D D D D D
ESEN Interdisciplinary Faculty List D D D D D D D

TQF-HE & Program Learning Outcomes Coverage

Compatibility of Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) with the Corresponding Level of Turkish Qualifications Framework for Higher Education (TQF-HE)

TQF-HE Qualification
Grup TQF-HE Program Learning Outcomes
KNOWLEDGE Theoretical/Conceptual Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources
have an adequate knowledge of mathematics, sciences and energy systems engineering discipline; apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these fields to the complex engineering problems.
SKILLS Cognitive/Practical Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field
identify, define, formulate and solve complex energy systems engineering problems; choose and apply the best analysis and modeling methods for that purpose.
design a complex system, process, device or product to meet desired needs within the realistic constraints and conditions; apply modern design methods for that purpose.
develop, choose and use the modern techniques and tools required to analyze and solve the complex problems in practice; use information technologies effectively.
Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field
design and conduct an experiment, acquire data, analyze and interpret results to investigate engineering problems and research topics specific to different disciplines of energy.
COMPETENCES Field Specific Competence Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field
design and conduct an experiment, acquire data, analyze and interpret results to investigate engineering problems and research topics specific to different disciplines of energy.
communicate effectively in Turkish both oral and written; have fluency in at least one foreign language; write a report and understand reports; make presentation; give and receive instructions.
Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security
conduct an advanced study including energy systems individiually; function effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently
have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field
have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project
have knowledge about practices in business such as project, risk and change management, have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation and sustainable development.
Learning Competence Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach
have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
Determine learning needs and direct the learning
have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning
have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
Communication and Social Competence Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field
have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
have awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and have information about the standards used in energy engineering.
Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data
have awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and have information about the standards used in energy engineering.
Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility
have knowledge about practices in business such as project, risk and change management, have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation and sustainable development.
have awareness of impacts of energy systems engineering practices on health, environment and safety both universally and socially; have awareness of legal issues of engineering solutions.
Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level
have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge
have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.

Institutional Learning Outcome / Program Learning Outcome Coverage

R = RelevantPR = Partly relevantNR = Not relevant
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the programs will be able to;
1. have an adequate knowledge of mathematics, sciences and energy systems engineering discipline; apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these fields to the complex engineering problems.
2. identify, define, formulate and solve complex energy systems engineering problems; choose and apply the best analysis and modeling methods for that purpose.
3. design a complex system, process, device or product to meet desired needs within the realistic constraints and conditions; apply modern design methods for that purpose.
4. develop, choose and use the modern techniques and tools required to analyze and solve the complex problems in practice; use information technologies effectively.
5. design and conduct an experiment, acquire data, analyze and interpret results to investigate engineering problems and research topics specific to different disciplines of energy.
6. conduct an advanced study including energy systems individiually; function effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
7. communicate effectively in Turkish both oral and written; have fluency in at least one foreign language; write a report and understand reports; make presentation; give and receive instructions.
8. have recognition of the need for lifelong learning; achieve knowledge; follow developments in science and technology and engage in continuing professional development.
9. have awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and have information about the standards used in energy engineering.
10. have knowledge about practices in business such as project, risk and change management, have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation and sustainable development.
11. have awareness of impacts of energy systems engineering practices on health, environment and safety both universally and socially; have awareness of legal issues of engineering solutions.
Program Learning Outcomes
Institutional Learning Outcome 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
1. Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives R R R R R PR PR R PR PR PR
2. Perform tasks within rules of ethics and multi-dimensional standards of quality NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR R NR PR
3. Serve society by acting responsively and sustainably with the ability to differentiate between diverse cultures, global and historical perspectives NR NR NR NR NR PR PR PR PR PR PR
4. Access, criticize, and compare diverse fields of knowledge by combining information and concepts from multiple disciplines R R R R R R R R PR PR PR
5. Demonstrate expertise and integration of theory and practice in a specialized discipline of study R R R R R PR PR PR PR PR PR

Occupational Profiles of Graduates

The gradute of Energy Systems Engineering are able to work in the field of conventional and renewable energy sources for the planning and managing of the processes from energy generation to consumption, in the field of energy finance and marketing for the energy purchases and the sales of the public or the private sector, and on the evaluation of environmental impacts of the use of the energy sources, their generation and consumption.

Access to Further Studies

May apply to second cycle (master's) degree programmes.

Course Structure Diagram with Credits

[Program] 204 - Energy Systems Engineering

 Prerequisites / Conditions Graph
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 101 Energy Systems Engineering Core 6
ESEN 104 Technical Drawing for Energy Systems Engineering Core 6
MATH 169 Calculus for Scientists and Engineers I Core 7
PHYS 101 Physics I Core 6
ENG/E 179 English for Academic Purposes I Core 3
TK 103 Turkish Language I Core 2
Total ECTS credits 30
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
CHEM 101 Chemistry for Scientists and Engineers Core 5
CHEM 110 Chemistry Lab for Scientists and Engineers Core 1
CMPE 130 Algorithms and Programming Core 6
MATH 170 Calculus for Scientists and Engineers II Core 7
PHYS 102 Physics II Core 6
ENG/E 180 English for Academic Purposes II Core 3
TK 104 Turkish Language II Core 2
Total ECTS credits 30
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 201 Electrical Circuits & Power Transmission Systems Core 6
ESEN 211 Engineering Mechanics Core 6
ESEN 213 Thermodynamics for Engineers Core 5
IE 260 Engineering Economics Analysis Core 5
MATH 217 Linear Algebra Core 5
HTR 111 History of Turkish Revolution I Core 2
Total ECTS credits 29
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
CHEM 205 Chemistry of Materials Core 6
ESEN 214 Thermodynamics for Engineers II Core 5
ESEN 216 Fluid Mechanics Core 6
MATH 240 Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists Core 6
MATH 292 Differential Equations Core 6
HTR 112 History of Turkish Revolution II Core 2
Total ECTS credits 31
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 200 Summer Practice-I Core 2
ESEN 335 Heat and Mass Transfer Core 5
ESEN 341 Energy Systems Modeling and Simulation Core 6
ESEN Faculty List Elective 5
ESEN List Elective 5
GE Arts and Humanities List II Elective 4
Full List Elective 3
Total ECTS credits 30
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 314 Fuels and Combustion Core 5
ESEN 330 Electromechanical Energy Conversion Core 5
ESEN 380 Power Plant Design Core 5
ESEN 390 Experimental Design in Energy Systems Engineering Core 5
ESEN List Elective 5
GE Awareness and Social Responsibility List II Elective 5
Total ECTS credits 30
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 300 Summer Practice-II Core 3
ESEN 408 Energy Environment and Law Core 6
ESEN 491 Senior Design Project I Core 7
ESEN List Elective 5
GE Social Science List II Elective 4
Full List Elective 4
Total ECTS credits 29
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ENGR 400 Ethics in Engineering and Science Core 4
ESEN 492 Senior Design Project II Core 7
ESEN Faculty List Elective 5
ESEN Interdisciplinary Faculty List Elective 5
ESEN List Elective 5
Full List Elective 5
Total ECTS credits 31
Total ECTS : 240

[Pathway] 20403 - Minor Program Energy Systems Engineering

 Prerequisites / Conditions Graph
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 213 Thermodynamics for Engineers Core 5
Total ECTS credits 5
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 214 Thermodynamics for Engineers II Core 5
Total ECTS credits 5
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 201 Electrical Circuits & Power Transmission Systems Core 6
Total ECTS credits 6
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 314 Fuels and Combustion Core 5
Total ECTS credits 5
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 408 Energy Environment and Law Core 6
Total ECTS credits 6
Course Code Course Name Core/Elective Theory+Practice (Hour) ECTS
ESEN 330 Electromechanical Energy Conversion Core 5
Total ECTS credits 5
Total ECTS : 32

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

BAŞARI NOTU KATSAYI
A4.00
A-3.70
B+3.30
B3.00
B-2.70
C+2.30
C2.00
C-1.70
D+1.30
D1.00
F0.00

Mode of Study

Full Time

Field(s) of Study

Engineering

Head of Program and ECTS Coordinator

ECTS Coordinator : Faculty Member, PhD Ayşe Nur Esen
Head of Program : Prof. Kerim Mehmet Murat Tunç
9/16/2024 11:13:54 AM
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