Department of Geomatics Engineering
Vision
The vision of the Mersin University Geomatics Engineering Department is to raise broad-minded, forward-looking individuals who maintain constant communication with national and international stakeholders within a communication network that advances rapidly alongside technology. In this context, the goal is to keep course plans and curricula up-to-date, teaching the latest instruments in line with developing technology. Furthermore, students are encouraged to pioneer the production of modern measurement instruments, rather than merely mastering their usage. Instilling a distinct vision in the graduates of the Mersin University Geomatics Engineering Department is among our primary goals.
Mission
The department has adopted two primary objectives: Educational and Professional. In the educational objective, considering engineering discipline and ethics, the aim is to ensure Geomatics Engineering candidates:
Develop freely in knowledge and technology.
Possess discipline and ethical values.
Consider social benefit and cost in projects.
Gain a solution-oriented perspective that prioritizes the environment and society.
Develop problem-solving competencies.
Utilize national and scientific resources effectively.
Act with justice, trust, and sensitivity.
Are prone to teamwork.
Become self-confident individuals regarding their knowledge.
Take responsibility and acquire leadership qualities.
Acquire a desire for lifelong learning to perform their profession with passion.
Are able to perform Geomatics Engineering applications.
Become competent in subjects such as terrestrial and geodetic measurement, photogrammetry, map production, and land management.
History
The opening of the Mersin University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Geomatics Engineering was authorized by the Council of Higher Education on June 30, 2015. It was deemed appropriate for the department to accept students with a quota of 20 for the 2019-2020 Academic Year and to be included in the 2019 Higher Education Institutions Examination (YKS) guide. The department produced its first graduates in 2023.
Title Conferred
Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Geomatics Engineering and receive the title of Geomatics Engineer (Harita Mühendisi).
Employment Opportunities
Geomatics Engineering graduates can work in both the public and private sectors in areas such as:
Establishment of control networks and monitoring of earth movements.
Control of engineering structures and implementation of projects like roads, dams, and metros.
Data collection via GPS, aerial photography, and satellite imagery.
Map production and thematic visualization.
Internet-based map services, spatial database design, and GIS applications.
Zoning, cadastre, and real estate valuation activities.
Public Institutions: Ministry of Environment and Urbanization, General Directorate of Mapping, TKGM (Land Registry and Cadastre), DSİ (State Hydraulic Works), KGM (Highways), AFAD (Disaster Management), BOTAŞ (Petroleum Pipeline Corp), TOKİ (Housing Admin), MTA (Mineral Research), OGM (Forestry), and Municipalities. Private Sector: Surveying and construction firms, real estate valuation companies under the Capital Markets Board (SPK), and investment partnerships.
Classrooms & Facilities
Established in 2015, the department accepted its first students in the 2019-2020 academic year. The program includes 7 faculty members and 2 research assistants. The facilities, located at the Çiftlikköy Campus, include:
Instrumentation Laboratory
Computer Laboratory (20-person capacity)
Photogrammetry and Cartography Laboratory
Technical Drawing Area
Field Application Areas
Educational Objectives (PEOs)
EA-1: Graduates can undertake various duties and responsibilities in geomatics engineering and related disciplines in public institutions, the private sector, or international organizations.
EA-2: They can deepen their expertise by pursuing academic advancement or attending continuing education programs to maintain their professional development.
EA-3: They can become entrepreneurs who produce innovative solutions in the field of geomatics engineering by establishing their own businesses.
EA-4: They can evaluate their professional accumulated knowledge on a global scale by taking active roles in projects carried out at national and international levels.
Program Outcomes
P.O.1: Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science, and subjects specific to the Geomatics Engineering discipline; the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to solve complex engineering problems.
P.O.2: The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
P.O.3: The ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
P.O.4: The ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications; the ability to use information technologies effectively.
P.O.5: The ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the Geomatics Engineering discipline.
P.O.6: The ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually.
P.O.7: The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; the ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
P.O.8: Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously renew oneself.
P.O.9: Acting in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and knowledge of standards used in engineering applications.
P.O.10: Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development.
P.O.11: Knowledge of the effects of engineering applications on health, environment, and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the era reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
Program StakeHolders
Stakeholder Type Name Institution / Role Internal Prof. Dr. İsmail ŞANLIOĞLU Head of Department Internal Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali ULVİ Vice Head of Department Internal Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muzaffer Can İBAN Department MÜDEK Coordinator Internal Prof. Dr. Bahadır Kürşad KÖRBAHTİ Faculty Board Member External Prof. Dr. Dursun Zafer ŞEKER ITU Geomatics Engineering Dept. Faculty Member External Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aliihsan ŞEKERTEKİN Iğdır Univ. Land Registry & Cadastre Pr. Faculty Member External Ferhat GÜVEL HKMO (Chamber of Survey Engineers) Adana Branch Head External Seyfi ÇUBUK HKMO Mersin Provincial Representative External Feyzullah DESTELİ HKMO Mersin Provincial Representative Office External Fatih TÜKENMEZ Highways (KGM) 5th Regional Directorate – Mersin (Public Sector) External Kamuran ÖZKARALAR MESKİ Survey and Expropriation Branch Manager (Public Sector) External İlker Cem KÜÇÜK İCK Harita – Adana (Private Sector) External Fikret ABLAY EFA Harita – Mersin (Private Sector) External İsmail UZDEMİR AKSA Çukurova Natural Gas Distribution Inc. – Mersin External Doğukan SUGÖLÜ Alumni Representative External Selin UYAR Uslu Harita – Alumni Representative (Private Sector)