Head of Department

Head of Department: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yeşim BOZKURT ÇOLAK
E-mail: yesim.colak@ozal.edu.tr
Phone: +90 (422) 846 12 55 – 1247
Research Area: Irrigation Systems

Message from the Head of Department

Welcome to the Department of Biosystems Engineering at Malatya Turgut Özal University (MTU).

Our department, established in 2023, is experiencing rapid development with its research laboratories, field areas, and the scientific projects conducted and coordinated by our academic staff.

Values

The Department of Biosystems Engineering places great importance on values that are society-oriented, education- and research-focused, productive, environmentally conscious, modern, innovative, dynamic, continuously improving, participatory, guiding, collaborative, transparent, equitable, fair, reliable, leading, and respected. It aims to ensure satisfaction among all stakeholders within its scope of activity.

Purpose and Objectives

The Department of Biosystems Engineering aims to educate individuals who are equipped with modern and practical knowledge in their field, possess research and problem-solving skills, and have the cultural and communicative competence to lead their environment.
Our mission is to provide quality education, conduct research and practical applications, serve the community responsibly, and contribute to the development of our nation through knowledge generation and dissemination.

The main goals of the Department are:

1. To ensure that graduates pursue professional careers in biosystems engineering or related fields at national and international levels by using the strong foundation gained through the program,

2. To prepare graduates to serve successfully in the public or private sectors, meeting the needs of society,

3. To encourage graduates to continuously improve themselves throughout their professional development,

4. To cultivate engineers with strong ethical principles, professional responsibility, and a commitment to quality.

Degree Awarded

Graduates who successfully complete all program requirements and pass the internship are awarded a Bachelor’s Degree in Biosystems Engineering, earning the title of Agricultural Engineer.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the Department of Biosystems Engineering can find employment opportunities in various institutions, including:

• Agricultural Research Institutes

• General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works (DSİ) – central and regional offices

• Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry – central and regional organizations

• Municipalities – Parks and Gardens Departments

• Government ministries and public sector banks

• Private sector companies and consulting firms

• Agricultural cooperatives, control and certification organizations, and agro-based industries

• National and international agricultural projects – as researchers, practitioners, or consultants

Postgraduate Opportunities

Students who wish to pursue an academic career may apply for Research Assistant positions at Faculties of Agriculture upon meeting specific requirements such as foreign language proficiency exams (YDS, YÖKDİL) and ALES scores.

Academic Titles

• Bachelor’s Degree: Agricultural Engineer

• Master’s Degree: Senior Agricultural Engineer

• Doctorate and beyond: Dr., Asst. Prof. Dr., Assoc. Prof. Dr., Prof. Dr. (upon meeting academic requirements)

Research Areas of the Department

1. Irrigation Systems

2. Land Reclamation and Drainage

3. Irrigation Water Quality and Salinity

4. Agricultural Structures

5. Mechanization in Crop Production

6. Mechanization in Animal Production

7. Precision/Smart Agriculture Technologies

8. Agricultural Energy Systems

9. Agricultural Automation