Vocational School
Electrical Technology
Applications open
Tuition and study format
Academic year: 2026/27
Intakes and application dates
- 2026/2027 Ön BaşvuruApplications openJanuary 1, 2026 — August 31, 2027
Programme information package
The programme's definition and learning outcomes, as the university publishes them in its official information package.
Programme definition
History
The Electrical Program was established in 2015 and continues its activities within Nişantaşı Vocational School. The program accepted its first students in the 2015-2016 academic year and its first graduates in 2017. gave.
Qualification Awarded
Degree: Associate Degree Diploma in Electrical Program Title: Electrical Technician
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
Associate Degree (EQF-LLL Level 5)
Specific Admission Requirements
Turkish Citizens: Students are accepted to the program through central placement according to their TYT score type. Students placed in the program by ÖSYM must pay their financial obligations on the announced registration dates. They must complete and register definitively. Foreign Nationals: Foreign students are accepted in accordance with the criteria determined by the University Senate. Please review the relevant web page. Horizontal Transfer: A student who has started his or her education in an equivalent program at home or abroad can apply for horizontal transfer. Acceptance of the student is made before the semester begins, taking into account the conditions of each student and the degree to which they will apply. are examined and evaluated specifically. Please review the relevant legislation. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education Horizontal Transfer Directive Transfer Between Associate and Undergraduate Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor Regulation on the Principles of Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer Exchange Students: Student exchange programs approved by the university and the framework of which is determined by an agreement Students from home and abroad can take the courses offered in the program.
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
Students studying at Nişantaşı University may be exempted from some courses within the framework of certain regulations. If the content of the course taken at another Higher Education Institution is in accordance with the content of the course given at Nişantaşı University and is approved by the relevant Vocational School Directorate, the student may be exempted from this course. Students' previous education and achievements, "Istanbul Nişantaşı University Previously Acquired It can be recognized in accordance with the "Recognition of Qualifications, Course Equivalence and Adaptation Principles Directive" and this Accordingly, exemption from required courses may be granted. Link to access the instructions:
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
In order to obtain an associate degree from the Electrical program, students must successfully complete all of the compulsory and elective courses (equivalent to a total of 120 ECTS) and have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.00 out of 4.00.
Profile of The Programme
Vision: It adopts an education model that integrates with technology, supports research and development, focuses on developing innovative products, values entrepreneurship, prioritizes business models that can be transferred to digital platforms, and is open to international collaborations. Our vision is based on raising a generation that can meet the needs of a world that benefits from digital technology, is equipped with the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence, and will play important roles in the professions of the future. Mission: To evaluate the innovations and opportunities that the technological revolution will bring to social life and business life with a project-based education model that produces knowledge based on positive science, can think analytically and critically; have the skills required by a world that is digitalized and integrated with automation systems and robotic technologies; will adapt to the professions of the future; To raise a generation that aims to learn throughout life. Purpose/Goals: To raise graduates who can reconcile national and universal values, have acquired critical thinking, creativity, entrepreneurial spirit and can adapt to change; To produce entrepreneurial graduates; Providing interdisciplinary education; To improve the educational infrastructure; To improve the university graduate system; To carry out activities that will increase the personal and professional development of our graduates, attract their attention and reinforce their sense of belonging. General Information: It is aimed to train technical personnel who are familiar with the electrical machines, equipment and systems used in the industry, who know their properties, who can perform maintenance and repairs, who can use their professional knowledge in industrial applications, who can recognize and program programmable devices.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
The graduates of the electrical program have the opportunity to find jobs in a wide variety of productive sectors such as state railways, rail systems, production companies, mining enterprises, natural gas sector, heating-cooling, air conditioning-ventilation, installation, energy sector.
Access to Further Studies
Program graduates can be placed in relevant 4-year (undergraduate) departments with the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS) held annually by ÖSYM. You can find the list of relevant undergraduate departments that can be transferred vertically from the ÖSYM DGS Guide.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Students who register for the relevant course at the beginning of the term must have attended at least 70% of the theoretical courses and at least 80% of the applied courses in order to enter the final exam. Students are subjected to at least one midterm and final exam for each course. The contribution of the midterm exam (scores obtained from measurement tools such as homework, laboratory exam, quiz, etc. as midterm grade can also be taken into consideration) to the success grade is 40%, and the contribution of the final exam is 60%. For the measurement and evaluation criteria of each course, you can click on the course name in the Curriculum (below). You can review the relevant regulations and guidelines. Nişantaşı University Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations universitesi-on-lisans-ve-lisans-egitim-ogretim-ve-sinav yonetmeligi-1544216789.pdf
Graduation Requirements
Students, must successfully complete all of the courses in the program (equivalent to a total of 120 ECTS) in order to obtain the right to graduate and their overall weighted grade point average at graduation must be at least 2.00 out of 4.00.
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Electrical Program Chair: İnst. Merve SARAY Email: merve.saray@nisantasi.edu.tr Phone: +90(212)2101010 Address: Neotech Kampüs, Maslak Mah., Taşyoncası Sok. No: 1V ve No: 1Y, 34398 Sarıyer/İstanbul
Facilities
Electrical-Electronics laboratory created for students of the electrical program and private computer laboratory facilities are provided.
Programme outcomes
- Analyze electrical circuits and classify basic electronic components.
- Explains the working principles of electrical machines and makes relevant mathematical calculations.
- Designs, programs and implements command and control systems.
- Prepares electrical installation projects and designs them in accordance with standards.
- Detects faults in electrical systems and carries out maintenance and repair activities.
- Provides a safe working environment by complying with occupational health and safety standards.
- Performs accurate measurement of electrical quantities using modern measuring devices.
- Performs circuit and system simulations using computer-aided design software.
- Develops solution proposals on energy efficiency and sustainability.
- Evaluates the environmental impacts of electrical and electronic systems and suggests appropriate solution strategies.
- He/she follows scientific and technical developments in his/her field and applies innovative practices in his/her profession.
- Participates in teamwork and takes an active role in solving complex problems.
- Prepares and presents technical reports using written and verbal communication skills.
- Has basic knowledge and skills in the production, distribution and use of electrical energy.
- Conducts resource research and communicates with colleagues using basic foreign language terminology related to his/her field.
Programme outcomes and the Turkish Qualifications Framework
Each line is an item of the Turkish Qualifications Framework; the numbers beside it are the programme outcomes that meet it.
KNOWLEDGE
- 1
Possess theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resource on basic level based on qualifications gained at secondary education level.
Programme outcomes4 · 5 · 7 · 9 · 10 · 12 · 13
SKILLS
- 1
Gain the skills to use basic level theoretical and practical knowledge acquired within the field in the same field of a higher education level or in a field of same level.
Programme outcomes3 · 4 · 5 · 7 · 9 - 2
Interpret and evaluate data, define problems, do analysis, produce solutions based on proof with using basic level knowledge and practices gained within the field.
Programme outcomes2 · 4 · 7 · 8 · 9 · 12 · 14 · 15
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
- 1
Conduct studies at basic level within the field independently.
Programme outcomes2 · 4 · 5 · 7 · 14 - 2
Take responsibility as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced in the implementations within the field.
Programme outcomes1 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 7 · 9 · 11 · 12 · 15 - 3
Conduct activities towards the development of subordinates within a project.
Programme outcomes4 · 9 · 12
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
- 1
Evaluate the acquired knowledge and skills at basic level within the field with a critical approach, determine and respond to learning needs..
Programme outcomes2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 · 9 · 11 · 12 · 13 · 14 · 15 - 2
Direct the education received to a higher education level in the same field or to an occupation in the same level.
Programme outcomes6 · 7 - 3
Gain awareness of lifelong learning.
Programme outcomes1 · 10 · 12
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
- 1
Transfer the ideas based on the basic knowledge and skills acquired within the field through written and oral communication.
Programme outcomes3 · 7 - 2
Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems about issues within the field with professionals and non-professionals.
Programme outcomes7 · 10 · 12 - 3
Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.
Programme outcomes6 · 11 · 13 · 14 · 15 - 4
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Basic Level software knowledge.
Programme outcomes5 · 6 · 12
COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
- 1
Possess social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field.
Programme outcomes5 · 10 · 13 · 14 · 15 - 2
Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, workers health and security.
Programme outcomes7 · 10 · 12