Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Head of Department: Assoc. Prof. Dr. İlyas ŞAVKLIYILDIZ

Vice Heads of Departments: Prof. Dr. Volkan KALEM, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Şahin ATAŞ

Erasmus Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mustafa KOCABAŞ

Farabi/Mevlana Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mustafa KOCABAŞ

HISTORY

Our department, which is the oldest Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering in Konya, was established in 2008 within the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences of Selçuk University and started its educational activities in the same year.

Konya Technical University was established as a new university by Article 7 of Law No. 7141, published in the Official Gazette dated 18 May 2018 (No. 30425), with the addition of Supplementary Article 179 to Law No. 2809. Following this establishment, the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences was formed under the Rectorate of Konya Technical University. Our department has continued its activities under the name of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering.

The language of instruction in our department is Turkish, the duration of education is four years, and students are admitted based on national centralized examination scores.

In the Konya region, iron casting, steel casting, aluminum casting, coating production, and quality control activities are carried out extensively. These industries require a significant number of Metallurgical and Materials Engineers. In this context, our graduates contribute to meeting this demand.

OBJECTIVES

Industrial Applications: Graduates build successful careers in public and private sector organizations by effectively utilizing their engineering knowledge.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Graduates develop innovative engineering projects and may establish their own enterprises.
Continuous Development: Graduates continuously improve themselves through graduate education and professional certification programs.
Ethics and Responsibility: Graduates adhere to legal regulations and professional ethical principles while implementing engineering solutions and act responsibly towards society and the environment.

VISION

To become a leading and accredited department at the international level that is recognized both nationally and globally in the field of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering; that contributes to regional and national development by producing knowledge and technology with its competent academic staff and technical infrastructure; that educates highly qualified metallurgical engineers; that fosters interdisciplinary studies; that is preferred by successful students and whose graduates are highly sought after in professional life.

MISSION

Our mission is to establish a department that:

has a strong academic staff and physical infrastructure,
adopts ethical values, participatory and transparent decision-making processes,
supports university–industry collaboration,
conducts scientific and applied research addressing the needs of regional and national industry,
disseminates and transfers scientific outputs to industry,
educates engineers who are well-equipped in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering,
are analytical thinkers, team-oriented, culturally competent,
capable of taking responsibility, adhering to professional ethics, and producing effective solutions.

Program Language: Turkish

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Metallurgical and Materials Engineering deals with the design, development, production, and application of engineering materials such as metals, ceramics, and polymers derived from natural or synthetic raw materials of inorganic or organic origin, and adapting their properties to meet the technical requirements of various industrial sectors.

ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

To be a graduate of a high school or an equivalent vocational high school (for diplomas obtained from foreign institutions, equivalency must be approved by the Turkish Ministry of National Education),
To be granted the right to enroll in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences of Konya Technical University through the centralized placement system (ÖSYM) or the International Student Admission process,
To meet the score and admission criteria valid for the relevant academic year,
To submit the required documents specified in the ÖSYM guidelines during registration,
Not to be enrolled in another higher education institution (excluding open education programs).

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Courses previously completed by students who are admitted through horizontal or vertical transfer, or via national placement examinations, are evaluated by the Departmental Adaptation Commission in accordance with the relevant regulations. Students may be exempted from equivalent courses within the department’s curriculum based on this evaluation.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

In order to graduate, students must:

Successfully complete at least 240 ECTS credits,
Achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.00/4.00,
Complete a total of 40 working days of summer internships (Industrial and Organizational internships) at the end of the 4th and 6th semesters,
Successfully complete their graduation (capstone) projects during the 7th and 8th semesters.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

A course-based evaluation system is applied in the department. The assessment process includes:

One or two midterm examinations,
Additional coursework such as laboratory work, quizzes, and projects,
A final examination at the end of the semester.

The final grade is calculated as:

40% of the semester work (midterms and coursework),
60% of the final examination.

Students who fail the final examination have the right to take a make-up examination.

Student performance is evaluated on a 4.00 grading scale, and letter grades are assigned accordingly (AA, BA, BB, CB, CC, etc.).

To successfully pass a course, a minimum grade of CC is required. However, students with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or above may be considered successful in courses with grades of DD or DC.

Grades FD and FF indicate failure, while grade F indicates failure due to absenteeism or incomplete course requirements, and such students are not eligible to take the final examination.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Our graduates are employed as highly qualified professionals in various organizations and research institutions both nationally and internationally.

A distinctive feature of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering is the wide range of career opportunities available to graduates, as approximately 70% of all industrial sectors are directly or indirectly related to materials.

Graduates may work in:

Iron and steel industry
Foundries and non-ferrous metal production
Automotive industry
Defense industry
Energy sector
Petrochemical industry
Aviation and aerospace
Electronics and white goods industries

In addition to production-oriented roles, graduates are increasingly involved in design and R&D activities due to the growing demand for innovative product development.

Many graduates also establish their own enterprises in areas such as:

Casting
Heat treatment
Powder metallurgy
Surface coatings
Composite production

TRANSITION TO GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Our department is affiliated with the Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences and offers Master’s and PhD programs in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. Graduate programs have been admitting students since 2011.

Students who successfully complete their undergraduate education may pursue graduate studies in their field or related disciplines, provided that they:

Obtain a valid score from the ALES (Academic Personnel and Graduate Education Entrance Exam),
Demonstrate sufficient proficiency in the English language.

QUALITY ASSURANCE POLICY OF KONYA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING

The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering is committed to:

Aligning all activities with its mission, vision, and objectives,
Educating innovative individuals in line with global needs and conducting pioneering research,
Continuously improving the competence and motivation of human resources,
Establishing and sustaining quality management in accordance with internationally recognized standards,
Periodically reviewing and updating SWOT analyses,
Implementing a continuous and cyclical quality assurance system,
Regularly monitoring and improving academic and administrative activities through internal and external evaluations and accreditation processes,
Ensuring stakeholder participation and maintaining effective communication and collaboration.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING POLICY OF KONYA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING

The department aims to:

Establish student-centered teaching and learning processes,
Educate individuals capable of adapting to rapidly changing global conditions,
Design and sustain an education system aligned with national and international accreditation standards,
Continuously update curricula in line with contemporary requirements and stakeholder feedback,
Provide flexible education through both face-to-face and distance learning methods,
Integrate academic staff’s research experience into continuously evolving educational processes.
RESEARCH POLICY OF KONYA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING

The department is dedicated to:
Contributing to the university’s vision of becoming a research-oriented institution that produces knowledge and technology,
Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and valuing stakeholder input,
Increasing research activities in priority areas defined by the university’s strategic plan,
Strengthening university–industry–public sector collaboration,
Encouraging participation in institutional training and services that enhance research capacity,
Developing graduate-level collaborations with industry and external stakeholders,
Continuously monitoring and improving research performance and outputs.
INTERNATIONALIZATION POLICY OF KONYA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING

The department aims to:
Ensure and certify the international recognition of its graduates’ qualifications,
Maintain curriculum compatibility with international standards through periodic updates and accreditation processes,
Provide an English-language website to enhance international visibility,
Increase participation in student and staff mobility programs,
Expand mechanisms that facilitate international collaborations and host international events.
MANAGEMENT POLICY OF KONYA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING

The department adopts the following principles:
Transparency and accountability,
Continuous improvement and quality enhancement in education and training,
Strengthening research infrastructure, capacity, and quality,
Utilizing institutional potential to contribute to national development and global competitiveness,
Establishing and sustaining a strong institutional culture,
Enhancing institutional belonging and motivation among staff and students,
Supporting alumni relations and alumni management systems,
Assisting students in career planning,
Promoting lifelong learning among academic and administrative staff through in-service training,
Implementing effective information management systems,
Establishing and sustaining a departmental quality assurance system,
Ensuring efficient and responsible use of public resources,
Increasing graduate education capacity,
Providing education that meets the workforce and research needs of the industry.

SOCIAL CONTRIBUTION POLICY OF KONYA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING

The department is committed to:

Informing society about research activities and outputs that contribute to societal well-being,
Providing expert witness and consultancy services in academic fields of expertise,
Offering up-to-date technical training programs through Continuing Education Centers,
Organizing social and cultural activities when conditions permit,
Supporting student communities in organizing activities that contribute to society.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, TARGETS, AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
	YEARS*
	2022	2023	2024	2025	2026
A1. Enhancing Scientific Research and Development Activities
Target H.1.1 – Increasing the number of qualified publications per academic staff
PI 1.1.1: Number of publications per academic staff in national peer-reviewed journals	0.38	0.07
PI 1.1.2: Number of publications per academic staff in journals indexed in SCI, SCI-Expanded, SSCI, AHCI, and ESCI	2.08	1.46
PI 1.1.3: Number of citations per academic staff (indexed in ISI Citation Index databases)	27.92	54.3
PI 1.1.4: Number of conference papers presented per academic staff in national and international symposiums and congresses	0.92	0.84
Target H.1.2 – Increasing scientific research projects
PI 1.2.1: Number of R&D projects supported by national and international public/private institutions (including BAP)	4	7
PI 1.2.2: Total amount of funding provided by the university for scientific research projects (TRY)
PI 1.2.3: Total funding obtained from national resources (BAP) for research projects (TRY)
PI 1.2.4: Total funding obtained from international resources for research projects
PI 1.2.5: Number of academic staff participating in research activities abroad (excluding exchange programs)
Target H.1.3 – Increasing patents, utility models, and designs per academic staff
PI 1.3.1: Number of patent, utility model, and design applications
PI 1.3.2: Number of approved patent, utility model, and design registrations
PI 1.3.3: Number of commercialized patent, utility model, and design outputs

* The table will display five years of data (starting in 2022). (A: Objective, H: Target, PI: Performance Indicator)

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, TARGETS, AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
	YEARS*
	2022	2023	2024	2025	2026
A2. Delivering Education and Training at National and International Standards
Target H.2.1 – Improving the quality and quantity of educational programs
PI 2.1.1: Number of accredited undergraduate programs
PI 2.1.2: Number of accredited associate degree programs
PI 2.1.3: Number of accredited graduate programs
PI 2.1.4: Student-to-academic staff ratio in undergraduate and graduate programs	1.45	8
PI 2.1.5: Student-to-instructor ratio in associate degree programs
Target H.2.2 – Developing alternative education opportunities
PI 2.2.1: Number of double major and minor programs	2	2
PI 2.2.2: Number of students benefiting from exchange programs
PI 2.2.3: Number of interdisciplinary graduate programs
PI 2.2.4: Ratio of ECTS credits obtained through distance education (%)
PI 2.2.5: Number of programs offering instruction in a foreign language
Target H.2.3 – Increasing internationalization in education
PI 2.3.1: Ratio of international students in associate and undergraduate programs (%)	4.1%	0
PI 2.3.2: Ratio of international students in graduate programs (%)
PI 2.3.3: Number of outgoing students within international exchange programs
PI 2.3.4: Number of incoming students within international exchange programs
PI 2.3.5: Number of incoming and outgoing academic staff within international exchange programs
Target H.2.4 – Increasing national and international visibility
PI 2.4.1: Number of international events organized
PI 2.4.2: Number of national events organized
PI 2.4.3: Number of academic staff participating in international events abroad	2	3
PI 2.4.4: Number of academic staff participating in national events	6	8
Target H.2.5 – Improving educational and research infrastructure
PI 2.5.1: Number of licensed software used for education and research	3	3
PI 2.5.2: Number of printed and electronic resources in the university library
PI 2.5.3: Area providing free internet access for students (m²)
PI 2.5.4: Number of laboratory equipment	25	27
Target H.2.6 – Collecting feedback on education and training
PI 2.6.1: Student satisfaction surveys	1	1
PI 2.6.2: Graduate satisfaction surveys	1	1
PI 2.6.3: Employer satisfaction surveys		1

* The table will display five years of data (starting in 2022). (A: Objective, H: Target, PI: Performance Indicator)

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, TARGETS, AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
	YEARS*
	2022	2023	2024	2025	2026
A3. Strengthening University–Industry–Public Collaboration
Target H.3.1 – Improving educational programs and collaboration opportunities
PI 3.1.1: Number of projects conducted in technoparks in collaboration with academic staff and external stakeholders
PI 3.1.2: Number of companies and new units (incubation centers, laboratories, workshops) established in technoparks
PI 3.1.3: Number of protocols signed to increase student internship opportunities
PI 3.1.4: Number of activities promoting students’ entrepreneurial skills
Target H.3.2 – Increasing R&D collaboration capacity (University–Industry–Public)
PI 3.2.1: Number of joint projects conducted with public and industry partners
PI 3.2.2: Total budget of collaborative projects (million TRY)
PI 3.2.3: Number of consultancy services provided within collaboration agreements	2
PI 3.2.4: Number of active collaboration protocols

* The table will display five years of data (starting in 2022). (A: Objective, H: Target, PI: Performance Indicator)

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, TARGETS, AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
	YEARS*
	2022	2023	2024	2025	2026
A4. Increasing Social Contribution and Community Engagement
Target H.4.1 – Increasing social responsibility projects
PI 4.1.1: Number of community-oriented events
PI 4.1.2: Number of social responsibility projects carried out
PI 4.1.3: Number of social training programs organized
PI 4.1.4: Number of participants benefiting from these programs

* The table will display five years of data (starting in 2022). (A: Objective, H: Target, PI: Performance Indicator)

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, TARGETS, AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
	YEARS*
	2022	2023	2024	2025	2026
A5. Enhancing Institutional Quality and Organizational Culture
Target H.5.1 – Supporting academic staff development
PI 5.1.1: Number of in-service training programs for academic staff
Target H.5.2 – Supporting administrative staff development
PI 5.2.1: Graduate satisfaction rate (%)		75%
Target H.5.3 – Strengthening stakeholder engagement
PI 5.3.1: Number of meetings with external stakeholders	1
PI 5.3.2: Number of meetings with internal stakeholders	1

* The table will display five years of data (starting in 2022). (A: Objective, H: Target, PI: Performance Indicator)

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