KTO Karatay University aims not only to excel in educational and teaching activities but also to provide a more effective campus experience for students, academics, and staff by using technology in the most efficient way. Adopting the "Smart Campus" approach, we are conducting numerous initiatives to integrate technological innovations into campus life. These efforts, ranging from educational technologies to security systems, from sustainable energy solutions to digital infrastructure, reflect our university's vision of building the educational environment of the future.

1. Digital Infrastructure and Connectivity

  • High-Speed Internet: A robust Wi-Fi infrastructure has been established throughout the campus to ensure seamless internet connectivity for students, academic staff, and administrative personnel.
  • Cloud Systems: Cloud-based solutions are used to provide students and staff with access to information from anywhere, including student information systems and library access.

2. Sensor Technologies

  • Smart Buildings: The buildings on campus are equipped with systems that automatically manage temperature, lighting, and energy consumption.
  • Sensors and Monitoring Systems: Security cameras and environmental monitoring systems are used to enhance the utilization and safety of campus spaces.

3. Sustainability and Energy Efficiency

  • Renewable Energy Usage: As part of KTO Karatay University's "Smart Campus" efforts, sustainability and energy efficiency are key priorities. Solar panels are used on campus, providing eco-friendly energy production through renewable energy sources. These solar panels supply a significant portion of the university's energy needs, reducing both its carbon footprint and energy costs.
  • Smart Energy Management: Ongoing work is focused on systems that optimize the energy consumption of buildings.

4. Our Software Systems

  • Information Management System: The University's Information Technology Directorate develops software to support units in managing processes more effectively and efficiently.

Quality Management System Website

KTO Karatay University has adopted a quality management system aligned with national and international standards, aiming for excellence in education and research processes. The university continuously improves its quality assurance system to provide the highest quality service to students and stakeholders.

Through our Quality Management System website, access to all forms, workflows, procedures, policies, and other documents is available. Additionally, reports such as the University’s Institutional Self-Assessment Report, Annual Activity Report, and Strategic Plan are made public.

Bologna Information Management System

Within the scope of the Bologna Process, our university uses a system that ensures transparency, international recognition, and comparability of educational and teaching activities. It provides information about educational programs, course content, learning outcomes, and academic operations in line with the standards set by the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).

The main purpose of this system is to facilitate compliance with the principles of the Bologna Process for students and academic staff and to enhance the quality of education and services at our university. The Bologna Information Management System (BBYS) also supports transparency, comparability, recognition, and student-centered approaches.

Alumni Card Application System

The Alumni Card Application System has been developed for KTO Karatay University graduates to facilitate 24/7 access to the campus, benefit from social facilities such as the library, and enjoy institutional discounts.

Single Sign-On System (SSO)

KTO Karatay University uses the Single Sign-On (SSO) system, a method of authentication that allows a user to access multiple applications, systems, or services with a single login across the university's software.

Warehouse Tracking Systems

Stock management at KTO Karatay University is carried out through warehouse tracking systems based on personnel requests.

Intraweb

The KTO Karatay University Intraweb System is designed for internal use, enabling employees to share information, collaborate, and manage various work processes. It ensures secure access to institution-specific processes such as leave management, overtime, and the Electronic Document Management System (EBYS) by internal stakeholders.

Turnstile Information System

KTO Karatay University uses the Turnstile Information System to manage personnel entry and exit securely, orderly, and trackably. This system contributes to the university's ability to establish an effective control mechanism within the campus by ensuring both security and recording personnel movements.

Legislation Information System

KTO Karatay University has developed a Legislation Information System to effectively manage university administration, academic units, and administrative processes. This system facilitates the organization and publication of all university regulations and guidelines in digital format. The Legislation Information System is an important platform that ensures university regulations and guidelines are accessible, up-to-date, and transparently presented.

E-Internship System

KTO Karatay University uses an e-internship system to more effectively manage the mandatory or voluntary internship processes of students in a digital environment. This system allows students to track all processes, from internship applications to reporting, through an online platform and enables the university to monitor these processes.