Academic Catalog

IE583 QUALITATIVE METHODS FOR ENGINEERS

Course Code: 5680583
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: Industrial Engineering
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Graduate
Course Coordinator: Assoc.Prof.Dr. EROL RIFAT SAYIN
Offered Semester: Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Content

Qualitative research methods serving as means to understand complex socio-economic systems. Models and techniques employed for gaining a better understanding and change of human interactions. Theory, methodology and research design in qualitative research. Qualitative performance evaluation in organizations. System dynamics and Delphi technique.