POLITICS IN CENTRAL ASIA AND CAUCASUS

Course Description

This Course is aimed to analyze the political systems and types of rules in post-Soviet Republics of Central Asia and Caucasus. The territorial demarcations and collapse of Soviet Union in the ex-Soviet geography after the end of the Cold War led to a radical transformation in the political rules of Azerbaijan, Georgia, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. The systemic transformation of CIS countries will be assessed in detail and country by country. A specific highlight will be done about the relations of those countries with Turkey after the collapse of Soviet Union.

POLITICS IN CENTRAL ASIA AND CAUCASUS

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

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Course outcomes

1. 01 (4)The course aims to analyze the Political, international and identity issues in Eurasian studies.
2. 02 (4)This course provides the ability how to review the historical debates regarding the Soviet Nationality Policies.
3. 03 (3) The course describes the differences among Caucasian and Central Asian countries.
4. 04 Solo Taxonomy Weight: 4+4+3:3 3.66 ECTS 6

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Identity and Politics in Central Asia and Caucasus, Routledge, edited by M. Ayoob, M. İsmaiyov (Book)
2. 02 Wooden, E. A. and Stefes, C.A (ed.) (2009). The Politics of Transition in Central Asia and Caucasus.Central Asian Studies, Routledge (Book)

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 The course aims to analyze the Political, international and identity issues in Eurasian studies. SOLO 4
2. L02 This course provides the ability how to review the historical debates regarding the Soviet Nationality Policies. SOLO 4
3. L03 The course describes the differences among Caucasian and Central Asian countries. SOLO 3
4. L04 Students will be able to differentiate between the influence capabilities of global powers and regional powers SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3. Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4. Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5. Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6. Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7. Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8. Recognition of the need for lifelong learning ; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9. Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
10. Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11. Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

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