Undergraduate

The Department of Energy Systems Engineering was established in 2011, and undergraduate education commenced in 2012. The program is designed as a 4-year (8-semester) education model.

 

Qualification Awarded
Energy Systems Engineering, Bachelor’s Degree.

 

Level of Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree

 

Recognition of Prior Learning
Students who have completed or discontinued other programs may be exempted from equivalent courses matching the department's curriculum, upon approval.

 

Program Profile
The Department  of Energy Systems Engineering is one of the pioneering departments at the Faculty of Technology. Since its establishment, the department has focused on educating engineers equipped with the necessary skills for energy production, distribution, management, and efficiency. With its specialized laboratories and facilities, students gain theoretical knowledge combined with practical applications.
The department offers courses such as renewable energy, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and energy systems modeling, ensuring a comprehensive education in contemporary energy technologies.

 

Occupational Profiles of Graduates
Graduates of the Department of Energy Systems Engineering are equipped with the title of Energy Systems Engineer and are qualified to work in various fields, including:

Renewable energy systems (solar, wind, hydropower, etc.)
Energy management and efficiency
Energy production and distribution companies
Academic and research institutions
Ministries and governmental agencies (e.g., Ministry of Energy, TÜBİTAK projects)
Additionally, they may pursue academic careers in master’s and doctoral programs in related disciplines.

 

Specific Admission Requirements
High School Diploma plus placement by the Student Selection and Placement Centre based on the score obtained in the Student Selection Examination (YKS). International students are placed based on their Foreign Student Examination (YÖS) scores and university preferences.

 

Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Students must complete a minimum of 240 ECTS credits across eight semesters with a GPA of at least 2.00/4.00. No failing grades (FF) are allowed for graduation.

 

Learning Outcomes

 

No		Learning Outcome
1.		Acquire fundamental knowledge in energy systems engineering, including energy production, distribution, and management.
2.		Develop practical skills through hands-on training in laboratories and internships.
3.		Gain expertise in renewable and sustainable energy technologies.
4.		Understand the principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
5.		Analyze energy efficiency and optimization strategies in real-world scenarios.

Access to Further Studies

Graduates may apply to master’s and doctorate programs in fields such as Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, and Sustainable Technologies.

 

Examination Regulations, Assessment, and Grading
Examinations include one midterm and one final exam for each course. The final exam weight cannot be less than 60%. Assessments may also include practical assignments, oral exams, or projects. Grading is as follows:

GRADE    FACTOR

AA:          4.0
BA:          3.5
BB:          3.0
CB:          2.5
CC:          2.0
DC:          1.5
DD:          1.0
FF:          0.0

 

Graduation Requirements
To graduate, students must successfully complete all required courses in the curriculum (240 ECTS), maintain a GPA of 2.00/4.00, and complete at least 40 working days of summer internships.

 

Mode of Study
Full-Time, Face-to-Face