GAZI UNIVERSITY INFORMATION PACKAGE - 2019 ACADEMIC YEAR

COURSE DESCRIPTION
MATHEMATICS I/EKON103
Course Title: MATHEMATICS I
Credits 3 ECTS 4
Semester 1 Compulsory/Elective Compulsory
COURSE INFO
 -- LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
  Turkish
 -- NAME OF LECTURER(S)
  Assist.Prof. Ayşe KAZAN EDİZ
 -- WEB SITE(S) OF LECTURER(S)
  http://www.websitem.gazi.edu.tr/site/akazan
 -- EMAIL(S) OF LECTURER(S)
  akazan@gazi.edu.tr
 -- LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT
1: Learns fundamentals of mathematical models and economic models.
2: Comprehends the importance of mathematical analysis in economics.
3: Solves linear equation systems by using matrix algebra.
4: Learns the importance of derivative and how to use it in economical analysis.
5: Uses mathematical methods in the probems of interest rates and growth.




 -- MODE OF DELIVERY
  Lecture with blackboard demonstrations and slideshow presentations
 -- PREREQUISITES AND CO-REQUISITES
  No.
 -- RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENTS
  Introduction to Economics
 --COURSE CONTENT
1. Week  Economic Models and Ingredients of a Mathematical Model
2. Week  Functions and Types of Functions
3. Week  Linear and Nonlinear Functions
4. Week  Equilibrium Analysis in Economics and Macro Models
5. Week  Matrix Algebra: Vectors, Matrix Operations, Types of Matrixes
6. Week  Matrix Algebra: Determinant and Inverse Matrix
7. Week  Using Matrixes in Solving Linear Equation Systems
8. Week  Midterm
9. Week  Matrix Applications in Economics and Management: Input-Output Models
10. Week  Comparative Static Analysis
11. Week  Rules of Differentiation: One Variable Functions
12. Week  Partial Derivatives and Differantiates in Multiple Variable Functions
13. Week  Economic Applications of Derivatives: Elasticity and Economic Exercises
14. Week  Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
15. Week  Interest Rates and Growth Problems
16. Week  Final
 -- RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING
  1: CHIANG, Alpha ve Kevin WAINWRIGHT. Matematiksel İktisadın Temel Yöntemleri, 4. Baskıdan Yayına Hazırlayanlar: Prof. Dr. Muzaffer SARIMEŞELİ ve Arş. Gör. Şenay AÇIKGÖZ, Gazi Kitabevi, Ankara, Eylül 2005. 2: NEAL, F. ve SHONE, R. (1976), İktisadi Modeller: Teori ve Uygulama, 1. Baskıdan Çeviren Prof. Dr. Muzaffer SARIMEŞELİ, Gazi Kitabevi, Ankara-2007 (Türkçe çeviri için dördüncü baskı).
 -- PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
  Problem solving/discussion
 -- WORK PLACEMENT(S)
  No.
 -- ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA
 
Quantity
Percentage
 Mid-terms
1
40
 Assignment
1
25
 Exercises
0
0
 Projects
0
0
 Practice
0
0
 Quiz
0
0
 Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade  
65
 Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade  
35
 -- WORKLOAD
 Efficiency  Total Week Count  Weekly Duration (in hour)  Total Workload in Semester
 Theoretical Study Hours of Course Per Week
12
3
36
 Practising Hours of Course Per Week
2
3
6
 Reading
6
2
12
 Searching in Internet and Library
6
2
12
 Designing and Applying Materials
6
1
6
 Preparing Reports
6
2
12
 Preparing Presentation
0
0
0
 Presentation
0
0
0
 Mid-Term and Studying for Mid-Term
4
3
12
 Final and Studying for Final
4
3
12
 Other
0
 TOTAL WORKLOAD: 
108
 TOTAL WORKLOAD / 25: 
4.32
 ECTS: 
4
 -- COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
NO
 PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
1
2
3
4
5
1To have theoretical and practical knowledge about the fields of Economic Theory, Economic Development and International Economics, Economic History and Economic PolicyX
2To gain professional qualification to work in public institutions and private sector organizations as an inspector, assistant expert or auditorX
3To have knowledge about the other disciplines related to EconomicsX
4To have adequate social responsibility and awareness with regards to the needs of the society, and also to be aware of professional and scientific ethical codesX
5To have the experience of using information technologies and basic computer programs in order to share their accumulated knowledge and problem solving ability, and communicate with colleagues in a foreign languageX
6To have a knowledge of the quantitative and qualitative methods that will help to examine the premises of different theoriesX
7To be able to utilize the academic, professional, regional, and global networks efficiently, and to interpret the legislationX
8To be compatible for teamwork in order to use their accumulated knowledge in the national and the international research projectsX
9To have the ability to interpret economic and social events through the acquired capability to think analytically and critically, and to be open for innovative ideasX
10To be able to evaluate the practical implications of the knowledge about economic theoryX
11To be able to analyze the effects of international economic relationsX
12To evaluate the development of economic theories and economic problems from a historical perspectiveX
13To have knowledge about the effects of various economic policies in order to develop solutions for current economic problemsX