Information Package / Course Catalogue
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (aı)
Course Code: İLT313
Course Type: Non Departmental Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to introduce the fundamental principles of artificial intelligence and provide students with an understanding of key components such as algorithms, machine learning, data processing, and decision-making systems. The course also aims to raise general awareness of AI applications across various domains.

Course Content

This course covers the basic concepts, historical development, and current application areas of artificial intelligence. Students will gain foundational knowledge in problem-solving, knowledge representation, learning algorithms, machine learning, natural language processing, expert systems, and ethical considerations. The course also includes case studies of AI applications in sectors such as healthcare, transportation, media, and finance.

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Learning Outcomes
1.Explains the basic concepts, approaches, and history of AI and relates them to digital media content production.
2.Identifies core AI components and applies them to the analysis of audiovisual content.
3.Applies search algorithms and knowledge representation techniques to script structure, editing plans, or scene design
4.Utilizes machine learning and NLP for automatic subtitle creation, content tagging, or audience analysis.
5.Critically evaluates the impact of AI technologies on ethical, cultural, and creative processes in the field of media.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Nevzat Tarhan (2020) Yapay Zeka ve İnsan Timaş Yayınları.
2.Günay, Mehmet Akif. (Ed.). (2023). İletişim Bilimlerinde Yapay Zekâ. Eğitim Yayınevi.
3.Stuart Russell & Peter Norvig (2021) Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach (4th Edition) Pearson.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Course introduction, definition and history of artificial intelligence
Week 2 - Theoretical
Basic concepts and classifications of artificial intelligence
Week 3 - Theoretical
Intelligent systems and problem-solving approaches
Week 4 - Theoretical
Search algorithms and decision-making techniques
Week 5 - Theoretical
Knowledge representation and inference methods
Week 6 - Theoretical
Rule-based systems and expert systems
Week 7 - Theoretical
Introduction to machine learning
Week 8 - Theoretical
Machine learning - Midterm
Week 9 - Theoretical
Supervised and unsupervised learning models
Week 10 - Theoretical
Introduction to deep learning and neural networks
Week 11 - Theoretical
Natural Language Processing (NLP) and basic applications
Week 12 - Theoretical
Social, ethical, and legal dimensions of artificial intelligence
Week 13 - Theoretical
Sectoral applications in media
Week 14 - Theoretical
General review and student presentations
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures5%5
Quiz1%10
Midterm Examination1%25
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory142370
Reading5015
Quiz1000
Midterm Examination120121
Final Examination125126
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)122
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
PÇ-13
OÇ-1
4
5
4
OÇ-2
4
5
4
OÇ-3
5
5
OÇ-4
4
5
5
4
4
OÇ-5
4
4
4
5
5
5
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026