In our program with the participation of Çalik Energy Chairman Prof. Dr. Temel Kotil, the effects of technological developments on education, production and qualified human resources were discussed in different aspects.

Our program, which began with the opening speech of our Rector Prof. Dr. Hasan Ali Karasar, continued with the speech of Çalik Enerji Chairman Prof. Dr. Temel Kotil entitled “Young Population Dynamism in the Technological Transformation of Turkey: Opportunities and Structural Problems”.

Addressing our students in the Opening Lecture, our Rector Prof. Dr. Hasan Ali Karasar referred to the academic and professional background of Prof. Dr. Temel Kotil and emphasized the importance of his contributions to the development of the Turkish aviation sector. “Large projects require talented people to be able to work together around the same goals,” Karasar said, noting that large-scale projects can be implemented with know-how, strong teamwork and determination.

Karasar pointed out that university education forms the basis of professional and managerial responsibilities that will be undertaken in the future, “The knowledge you acquire at the university can be the basis for managing an institution where thousands of people work years later, growing a world brand or directing a strategic project of our country.” He stressed the importance of professional knowledge, as well as the importance of learning foreign languages, following developments in the world and developing skills to work together.

Technological Transformation and Career Advice for Young People

Prof. Dr. Temel Kotil, who shared his knowledge and experience with our students in our Opening Lecture, pointed out the opportunities offered by technological developments, the importance of personal and professional development, the role of work discipline and ethical values in achieving success. Stressing that the possibilities offered by artificial intelligence in particular need to be properly evaluated, Kotil said: “Isn't artificial intelligence also a man-made object? One should not be afraid of anything that man does. See every new thing that comes out as an opportunity. Think about how I use that,” he said.

Kotil, who advises our students to develop their professional expertise as well as management skills, said: “Be a good engineer, but if your time increases, which increase; work in management, be a good manager. At the very least, you need to manage yourself throughout your life,” he said, stressing the importance of multifaceted development.

Kotil, who also answered the questions of our students, pointed out the importance of honesty, fairness and transparency in his career journey, concluding his speech with the words “It is very important to be a decent person, to be fair, to be honest and transparent”.

At the end of the program, Prof. Dr. Hasan Ali Karasar, our Rector, presented books consisting of the publications of our University to Prof. Dr. Temel Kotil.