The information and program qualifications related to the System Dynamics and Control Master of Science Program, under the Department of Mechanical Engineering of the Graduate School, are summarized below.
Information About The Program
This is a graduate program under the Department of Mechanical Engineering, provides training in only master level. The aim of this program is to provide the students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and interdisciplinary application experience to be able to follow, develop and implement the latest developments in the field of System Dynamics and Control. Some of the research topics can be seen below.
- Robotics: Wheel Less-Limbless Locomotion; Snake-Like Robot Prototype Development Project .
- Modeling and Compensation of Human Neuro-Motor Reactions
- Robotics: Dolphin Swimming Mechanics and Control; Dolphin Like Underwater Observation and Exploration Robot Prototype Development
- Robotics: Two-Legged Walking Mechanics and Control; Two-Legged Walking Robot Prototype Development
- Modeling and Control with Intelligent Systems; Multi-Objective Optimization
- Highly Accurate (e < 0.1mm) and Robust Pneumatic Position Control
- Modelling of nonlinear systems with Neural Networks
- Modelling and control of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
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Registration Requirements
Application Term : Previous Term / 2024-2025 Spring Semester
Application Requirements (For T.C Nationality) ALES Numerical must be minimum 80 (old system GRE Quantitative minimum 720, new system GRE minimum 156 ). Undergraduate GPA must be minimum 2.5/4 (65/100). Graduation must be Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical-Electronics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Civil Engineering, Control Engineering, Control and Computer Engineering, Control and Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, System Dynamics and Control, Textile Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering, Astronautical Engineering. Graduation programs must be Mechanical, Mechatronic, Aeronautical , Tekstile, Electronic, Control, Civil, Manufacturing, Electrical
Quota (For T.C Nationality): 10
Application Requirements (For International Students) ALES Numerical must be minimum 80 (old system GRE Quantitative minimum 720, new system GRE minimum 156 ). Undergraduate GPA must be minimum 2.5/4 (65/100). Graduation must be Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical-Electronics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Civil Engineering, Control Engineering, Control and Computer Engineering, Control and Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, System Dynamics and Control, Textile Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering, Astronautical Engineering. Graduation programs must be Mechanical, Mechatronic, Aeronautical , Tekstile, Electronic, Control, Civil, Manufacturing, Electrical
Quota (For International Students): 3
Transfer Quota : 1
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Program Educational Objectives
The aim of the System Dynamics and Control Master of Science program is to train researchers and academicians who are sensitive to global environmental and security problems, and to conduct research and development projects in Turkey and abroad, to contribute to scientific and technological studies within the framework of cooperation with industrial organizations.
Measurement and Evaluation
Evaluating Student Success
The student success is evaluated considering Articles 56, 57, 58, and 59 of the Istanbul Technical University Graduate Education and Training Regulation Senate Principles.
ARTICLE 56 - Before the enrollment for the courses begins, the faculty member who offers the course informs the Program Executive Committee about the types, number and contribution percentage to the final grade of the studies within the semester, as well as requirements for a right to take the semester final exam. These requirements shall be finalized by approval of the Program Executive Committee and approval of the chair of the department, who declares them to the student and informs the Graduate School.
ARTICLE 57 - A student may appeal the final grade of a course within one week following the announcement of the grades. Appeals must be submitted to the Graduate School in writing. The relevant faculty member shall re-evaluate the student's success status and submit the result to the Graduate School within one week. Appeals not submitted within the prescribed time frame shall not be considered by the Graduate School.
ARTICLE 58 - Courses in graduate programs shall be evaluated according to the following grading system.
| Grade Description |
Grade |
Scale |
| Excellent |
AA |
4.00 |
| Very good plus |
BA+ |
3.75 |
| Very good |
BA |
3.50 |
| Good plus |
BB+ |
3.25 |
| Good |
BB |
3.00 |
| Conditional Pass |
CB+ |
2.75 |
| Conditional Pass |
CB |
2.50 |
| Conditional Pass |
CC+ |
2.25 |
| Conditional Pass |
CC |
2.00 |
| Fail |
FF |
0.00 |
| Fail(No Exam) |
VF |
0.00 |
ARTICLE 59 - Students who wish to improve their cumulative grade point average may retake courses during the course-taking period. The most recent grade will be counted for the repeated courses.
Internship
There is no internship in this program.
Graduation Requirements
Minimum 8 courses (24 credits) and 3.00 GPA, accomplishment of Seminar course and Thesis study is required for graduation within six semesters.
The Awarded Degree and Title
Degree : Master of Science Title : -
Program Employment Opportunities
Students who graduate from System Dynamics and Control graduate program are employed in order to design various systems and / or determine the required control systems according to the characteristics of existing systems in industrial areas such as Robotics, Automation technologies, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Automotive.
Number of Graduates
Graduate Statistics
| Year | Number of Graduates |
| 2013 | 3 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 6 |
Program Outcomes
P.O.1 The ability to carry out a specialistic study related to one’s area independently and Developing new strategic approaches to solve the unforeseen and complex problems arising in the practical processes of one’s area, coming up with solutions while taking responsibility and fulfilling the leader role in the environments where solutions are sought for the problems related to the area (Competence to work independently and take responsibility).
P.O.2 The ability to use the expert-level theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the area and interpreting and forming new types of knowledge by combining the knowledge from the area and the knowledge from various other disciplines (skill).
P.O.3 Using the computer software together with the information and communication technologies efficiently and according to the needs of the area (Communication and Social Competency).
P.O.4 Grasping the inter-disciplinary interaction related to one’s area (knowledge).
P.O.5 Using the knowledge and the skills for problem solving and/or application (which are processed within the area) in inter-disciplinary studies (Area Specific Competency).
P.O.6 Assessing the specialistic knowledge and skill gained through the study with a critical view and directing one’s own learning process (Learning Competence).
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