Computer Programming
About the Program:
The Computer Programming Program at Piri Reis University Maritime Vocational School is an associate degree program aimed at training qualified human resources that integrate theoretical knowledge with practice in the field of information technologies, considering the digital transformation needs of the maritime, logistics, and transportation sectors. The program aims to enhance students’ professional competencies in software development, database management, network systems, web technologies, and artificial intelligence-supported IT applications. The education and training process is conducted based on learning outcomes, continuous improvement, and stakeholder feedback.
Mission:
The mission of the Computer Programming Program is to train computer programmers who possess current knowledge and skills in information technologies, are familiar with artificial intelligence and data-driven applications, can contribute to the information systems used in the maritime and logistics sectors, and have developed a sense of professional ethics and quality awareness. The program aims to instill a lifelong learning habit in students and to provide graduates sensitive to sectoral requirements.
Vision:
To be an exemplary computer programming program recognized nationally and internationally, standing out with maritime-focused information and artificial intelligence applications, making its graduates competitive in the job market, effectively applying quality assurance processes, and embracing continuous development.
Objectives:
- To equip students with measurable professional competencies in software development and information technologies.
- To train human resources capable of contributing to digitization, automation, and artificial intelligence-based applications in the maritime and logistics sectors.
- To ensure alignment between program outcomes and sector expectations, enhancing graduates’ employability.
- To develop students’ analytical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
- To continuously monitor, evaluate, and improve educational processes within the framework of quality assurance.
Educational Objectives:
Graduates who successfully complete the program will be able to:
- Develop software applications using programming languages (Python, C, Java, C#, etc.).
- Gain competence in web-based systems and database management (HTML, CSS, ASP.NET, SQL).
- Possess fundamental professional knowledge in operating systems, computer networks, data structures, and algorithms.
- Understand the working principles of intelligent systems with introductory knowledge in data analytics and artificial intelligence.
- Adapt to information systems, automation, and decision support software used in maritime, port, and logistics operations.
- Effectively use relevant artificial intelligence tools for the above objectives.
- Acquire professional ethics, occupational health and safety awareness, and quality consciousness.
Who Can Apply?
The program admits students based on the YKS (TYT) score type. High school graduates who are interested in computer technologies, possess analytical thinking skills, and are keen on software development and artificial intelligence-based technologies can apply to the program. It offers a suitable educational environment for candidates aiming for technology-focused careers in the maritime and logistics sectors.
Where Can Graduates Work?
Graduates of the program can be employed as “Computer Programmer” or “Computer Technician” in the following areas:
- Information, automation, and information systems departments of maritime companies, port operations, and shipyards.
- Technology firms developing software and artificial intelligence-supported solutions for the maritime and logistics sectors.
- As software developers in software and IT companies.
- In information processing centers of public institutions and private sector organizations.
- In logistics, transportation, and e-commerce firms.
- As freelance software developers or entrepreneurs.
What Are the Vertical Transition Programs?
Students seeking to continue their education may sit for the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS) to pursue a bachelor’s degree in fields including Computer Engineering, Computer and Instructional Technologies Teaching, Information Systems Engineering, Information Systems and Technologies, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, and related programs in Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science.