Information Package / Course Catalogue
Advanced Neural Networks
Course Code: MTK638
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 8
Objectives of the Course

Artificial neural networks (ANNs) as the subjects of artificial intelligence are widely used in computer science. ANNs are very advantageous in most systems, especially in the systems which have very complex mathematical structures. In this course, the aim is to teach ANN subjects in detail and to develop advanced ANN applications.

Course Content

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs). The basic structures of ANNs. Elementary Artificial Neural Networks. Supervised learning. Multilayer Perceptron. Reinforcement learning. Learning Vector Quantization (LVQ). Unsupervised learning. Adaptive Resonance Theory (ART). Recurrent Neural Networks and other networks. Hybrid ANN Models. Neural Network Hardware. Applications of ANN.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Ability to understand the artificial neural network (ANN) concepts
2.Ability to design ANN methods which use supervised, unsupervised and reinforcement learning approaches
3.Ability to develop advanced applications using ANN
4.To be able to gain the skill of interpreting some interrelations among these concepts
5.To be able to use mathematical concepts in solving certain types of problems
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Foundations of Neural Networks, T. Khana, Addison-Wesley Publishing Comp., 1990
2.Yapay Sinir Ağları, Prof. Dr. Ercan Öztemel, Papatya Yayıncılık, 2003
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Week 1 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 2 - Theoretical
Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs)
Week 2 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 3 - Theoretical
The basic structures of ANNs
Week 3 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 4 - Theoretical
Elementary Artificial Neural Networks
Week 4 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 5 - Theoretical
Supervised learning. Multilayer Perceptron
Week 5 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 6 - Theoretical
Reinforcement learning. Learning Vector Quantization (LVQ)
Week 6 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 7 - Theoretical
Unsupervised learning. Adaptive Resonance Theory (ART)
Week 7 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 8 - Theoretical
Recurrent Neural Networks and other networks
Week 8 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 9 - Theoretical
Recurrent Neural Networks and other networks, Midterm exam
Week 9 - Preparation Work
Read all subjects again
Week 10 - Theoretical
Recurrent Neural Networks and other networks
Week 10 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 11 - Theoretical
Hybrid ANN Models
Week 11 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 12 - Theoretical
Neural Network Hardware
Week 12 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 13 - Theoretical
Applications of ANN
Week 13 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 14 - Theoretical
Applications of ANN
Week 14 - Preparation Work
Read the related subjects from the Course Books
Week 15 - Preparation Work
Read all subjects again
Week 15 - Final Exam
Final exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Assignment1%5
Term Assignment1%5
Midterm Examination1%20
Final Examination1%70
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140342
Assignment1066
Term Project1066
Individual Work140570
Midterm Examination130232
Final Examination142244
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)200
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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3
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2
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026