Stochastic Models (IE324) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Stochastic Models IE324 Area Elective 3 0 0 3 6
Pre-requisite Course(s)
(IE201 veya MATH392)
Course Language English
Course Type Elective Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Question and Answer, Problem Solving.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kamil Demirberk ÜNLÜ
Course Assistants
Course Objectives To prepare the student to model and analyze complex systems through the application of probabilistic techniques such as Markov Chains, and queuing analysis.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Will be able to develop skills in building stochastic models using Markov chains
  • Will be able to develop skills in building stochastic models using Poisson Process.
  • Will be able to develop an understanding of queuing systems under different configurations.
Course Content The definition and classification of stochastic processes, Markov chains, queueing systems, stochastic inventory models.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 The concepts of stochastic event, process and system [1] Chapter 1
2 Review of Probability [1] Chapter 1,2
3 Definition and classification of stochastic processes [1] Chapter 3
4 Markov chains: Definitions [1] Chapter 3
5 Markov chains: Problem Formulation [1] Chapter 3
6 Markov chains: Applications in inventory models [1] Chapter 3
7 Poisson process [1] Chapter 5
8 Continuous time Markov chains [1] Chapter 6
9 Midterm
10 Birth and Death processes [1] Chapter 6
11 Queueing systems: Modeling [2] Chapter 8
12 Queueing systems: Analysis [2] Chapter 9
13 Simulation of stochastic processes [2] Chapter 11
14 Stochastic optimization models [1] Chapter 4
15 Final Examination Period
16 Final Examination Period

Sources

Course Book 1. An introduction to Stochastic Modeling, Pinsky, Mark, and Samuel Karlin, Acadamic Press.
Other Sources 2. Introduction to Probability Models, Sheldon M. Ross, Academic Press.

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments - -
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 1 40
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 60
Toplam 2 100
Percentage of Semester Work 40
Percentage of Final Work 60
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Acquires skills to use the advanced theoretical and applied knowledge obtained at the mathematics bachelors program to do further academic and scientific research in both mathematics-based graduate programs and public or private sectors.
2 Transplants and applies the theoretical and applicable knowledge gained in their field to the secondary education by using suitable tools and devices.
3 Acquires the skill of choosing, using and improving problem solving techniques which are needed for modeling and solving current problems in mathematics or related fields by using the obtained knowledge and skills.
4 Acquires analytical thinking and uses time effectively in the process of deduction.
5 Acquires basic software knowledge necessary to work in the computer science related fields and together with the skills to use information technologies effectively.
6 Obtains the ability to collect data, to analyze, interpret and use statistical methods necessary in decision making processes.
7 Acquires the level of knowledge to be able to work in the mathematics and related fields and keeps professional knowledge and skills up-to-date with awareness in the importance of lifelong learning.
8 Takes responsibility in mathematics related areas and has the ability to work affectively either individually or as a member of a team.
9 Has proficiency in English language and has the ability to communicate with colleagues and to follow the innovations in mathematics and related fields.
10 Has the ability to communicate ideas with peers supported by qualitative and quantitative data.
11 Has professional and ethical consciousness and responsibility which takes into account the universal and social dimensions in the process of data collection, interpretation, implementation and declaration of results in mathematics and its applications.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 1 40 40
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 62 62
Total Workload 150