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. P01 Should have sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science, and subjects specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
2. P02 Should have the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science, and related engineering disciplines in complex engineering problems.
3. P03 Should have the ability to detect, define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems.
4. P04 Should have the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods to solve complex engineering problems.
5. P05 Should have the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions.
6. P06 Should have the ability to apply modern design methods.
7. P07 Should have the ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications.
8. P08 Should have the ability to use information technologies effectively.
9. P09 Should have the ability to design experiments, for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research topics.
10. P10 Should have the ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research topics.
11. P11 Should have the ability to work in intradisciplinary teams.
12. P12 Should have the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.
13. P13 Should have the skills to work individually.
14. P14 Should have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
15. P15 Should have the knowledge of at least one foreign language.
16. P16 Should be able to write effective reports, understand written reports, and prepare design and production reports.
17. P17 Should have the ability to make effective presentations.
18. P18 Should have the ability to give and have clear and understandable instructions.
19. P19 Should gain consciousness (awareness) about the necessity of lifelong learning.
20. P20 Should have the ability to access information.
21. P21 Should have the ability to follow developments in science and technology and constantly renew himself/herself.
22. P22 Should gain the awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and should act in accordance with ethical principles.
23. P23 Should gain knowledge about the standards used in engineering applications.
24. P24 Should gain knowledge about project management, risk management, and change management practices in business life.
25. P25 Should gain awareness about entrepreneurship, and innovation.
26. P26 Should gain knowledge about development in sustainability.
27. P27 Should gain knowledge about the effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and security at universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering.
28. P28 Awareness should be gained about the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

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