| School/Faculty/Institute | Faculty of Engineering | ||||
| Course Code | AI 464 | ||||
| Course Title in English | Graph Neural Networks | ||||
| Course Title in Turkish | Graf Sinir Ağları | ||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | ||||
| Type of Course | Flipped Classroom | ||||
| Level of Course | Select | ||||
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| Estimated Student Workload | hours per semester | ||||
| Number of Credits | 6 ECTS | ||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | ||||
| Pre-requisites | None | ||||
| Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | None | ||||
| Registration Restrictions | None | ||||
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| Course Description | This course focuses on working with graph data, which is increasingly important in artificial intelligence (such as social networks, bioinformatics, knowledge graphs, etc.). It covers fundamental graph theory, node- and edge-based analyses, community detection, and short- and long-range connections. The course then introduces Graph Neural Networks (GNN) models, detailing data representation, training processes, and their application to large-scale datasets. Knowledge graph construction, entity-relationship modeling, semantic querying (such as SPARQL), and the design of advanced AI systems in this context are also key topics of the course. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to: |
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| 1) Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. |
| 2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. |
| 3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. |
| 4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. |
| 5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. |
| 6) Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. |
| 7) Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences. |
| 8) Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level). |
| 9) Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. |
| 10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. |
| 11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. |
| 12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. |
| 13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. |
| N None | S Supportive | H Highly Related |
| Program Outcomes and Competences | Level | Assessed by | |
| 1) | Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. | N | |
| 2) | Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. | N | |
| 3) | Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. | H | Exam,HW,Participation |
| 4) | Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. | N | |
| 5) | Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. | N | |
| 6) | Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. | N | |
| 7) | Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences. | N | |
| 8) | Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level). | N | |
| 9) | Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. | S | Participation |
| 10) | Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. | S | HW,Participation |
| 11) | Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. | N | |
| 12) | Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. | S | Exam,HW |
| 13) | Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. | H | Exam,HW |
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| Course Coordinator | TUBA AYHAN |
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