Course Details

ENGINEERING ECONOMICS & COST ANALYSIS

IE346

Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS Credits
5IE346ENGINEERING ECONOMICS & COST ANALYSIS3+0+035

Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course
- To apply the appropriate engineering economics analysis method(s) for problem solving: present worth, annual cost, rate-of-return, payback, break-even, benefit-cost ratio.
- To compare the life cycle cost of multiple projects using the methods learned, make a quantitative decision between alternate facilities and/or systems and evaluate the cost effectiveness of individual engineering projects using the methods learned and draw inferences for the investment decisions.
- To apply all mathematical approach models covered in solving engineering economics problems: mathematical formulas, interest factors from tables, Excel functions and graphs.
- To develop a cash flow for each alternative solution of a project, convert one type of cash flow to another type of cash flow using compounding factors and Excel Financial Functions

To apply all mathematical approach models covered in solving engineering economics problems: mathematical formulas, interest factors from tables, Excel functions and graphs.
To develop a cash flow for each alternative solution of a project, convert one type of cash flow to another type of cash flow using compounding factors and Excel Financial Functions
Course Content The contents include basic concepts such as Cost Estimation Techniques, Price Changes and Exchange Rates, The Time Value of the Money, Project Evaluation and Selection among Alternatives, Evaluation Projects with the Benefit-Cost Ratio Method, Probabilistic Risk Analysis, Replacement Analysis, Breakeven and Sensitivity Analysis.
Course Methods and Techniques In-class meetings will be in the planned class. We will be using various tools for active learning to take place. This is also a student-driven course. It is your responsibility to participate actively in class discussions. You are not graded on whether you agree or disagree with the instructor or with each other. Evaluation of class participation will be based on your ability to raise and answer important issues, to contribute ideas or insights, to build upon the ideas of others, ask questions to presenters, etc.
By actively participating in the class discussions, you can sharpen your insights, and those of your classmates. Both the quality and frequency of your participation will count towards your active participation grade. Please note that high-quality or relevant contributions will earn you a higher participation grade than frequent but insignificant contributions. Also, you will not get any class participation points for just being present in class. Class attendance is a necessary but not a sufficient condition for scoring highly on the class participation.
There will be teamwork (solving the given problem/case/question with a team) and quizzes throughout the term. These activities are designed to enhance collaborative skills and ensure a comprehensive understanding of the course material. Teamwork will encourage students to engage with diverse perspectives, fostering a deeper learning experience. Quizzes will serve as checkpoints to reinforce key concepts and track individual progress, helping to identify areas that may need further attention. Participation in both team activities and quizzes is essential for achieving success in this course.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. Fatma Şener Fidan fatma.senerfidan@agu.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Engineering Economy, Sullivan, G.W., Wicks, E.M., Koelling, C.P., 16th Edition, Pearson
Lecture notes are published on Canvas
Lecture notes are published on Canvas
Lecture notes are published on Canvas
Lecture notes are published on Canvas


Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı 1 % 35
Sunum/Seminer 1 % 20
Final examination 1 % 40
Diğer (Staj vb.) 1 % 5
Total
4
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Yazılı Sınav 1 10 10
Grup Sunumu 1 3 3
Grup Projesi 1 15 15
Ev Ödevi 1 1 1
Sınıf İçi Aktivitesi 1 2 2
Soru Çözümü 1 14 14
Rapor 1 3 3
İnceleme 1 15 15
Kişisel Çalışma 1 15 15
Ders dışı çalışma 1 20 20
Yüz Yüze Ders 3 14 42
Asenkron Ders 1 1 1
Final Sınavı 1 10 10
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5 151

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Identify relevant economic and financial aspects of an engineering project or problem
2 Apply standard time-value equivalence formulas to convert monetary cash flows that occur at different points in time into comparable quantities
3 Compare multiple alternatives for an engineering project, loan, lease, or investment with respect to appropriate financial measures
4 Interpret taxes and depreciation for equivalent-value calculations and understand their implications for the choice for the best alternative, the optimal replacement schedule for machine and equipment, etc.
5 Apply the effect of uncertainty on financial decision making and analyze engineering economic situations involving uncertainties in such aspects as product prices, input costs, investment returns, etc.


Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Syllabus Discussion, Introduction to Engineering Economy NA Lecture notes are published on Canvas
2 Cost Concepts and Design Economics Preparations will be specified in the previous class. Course notes are published on Canvas
3 The Time Value of the Money Preparations will be specified in the previous class. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
4 Evaluation a Single Project Preparations will be specified in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
5 Comparison and Selection among Alternatives Preparations will be specified in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
6 Recitation and Review of the first six weeks Preparations will be specified in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
7 Lecture Free Week Will be announced on Canvas. Will be announced on Canvas.
8 Depreciation and Income Taxes Preparations will be stated in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
9 Fall Break NA NA
10 Price Changes and Exchange Rates Preparations will be stated in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
11 Replacement Analysis Preparations will be specified in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
12 Evaluation Projects with the Benefit-Cost Ratio Method Preparations will be specified in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
13 Breakeven and Sensitivity Analysis Preparations will be specified in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
14 Probabilistic Risk Analysis Preparations will be specified in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
15 Recitation and Review of the term Preparations will be specified in the previous lesson. Lecture notes are published on Canvas.
16 Final Exam NA NA

Recommended Optional Programme Components
Veri yok

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12
C1 1 3 3
C2 3 3
C3 2 3
C4 2 3
C5 2 3

Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant


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