History

Establishment and Structural Development

The Mersin University Department of Information Technology was established in 1992 with the aim of providing IT services. Until 2023, it operated with a structure comprised of the Administrative Services, Hardware and Technical Services, and Software Services Branch Directorates.

As of 2023, in line with the objective of enhancing service quality and specialization, a structural change was implemented, adding 4 new branch directorates to the organizational chart.

Restructuring of Units

The Electronic Document Management System (EBYS) Branch Directorate, operating within our Department, was closed in April 2025. Its duties (excluding server services) were transferred to the General Secretariat's Directorate of Clerical Affairs.

Finally, in June 2025, the Software Services Branch Directorate was closed, and its activities began to be carried out by the Information Technology Research and Application Center Directorate.

Physical Changes and Relocation

In December 2023, our Department relocated from its location within the Faculty of Engineering on the Çiftlikköy Campus to its new service point on the 1st floor of the Department of Student Affairs building.

Following the closure of the Access Control Services Branch Directorate in April 2025, the Card Access System (KGS) Bureau was transferred to the Department of Student Affairs.

Current Status and Personnel Structure

The Department of Information Technology and its 4 affiliated branch directorates continue to provide services in accordance with our University's strategic plans, aiming to support education, training, research, and administrative processes.

These services are carried out by a total of 21 personnel, comprising: 1 Faculty Member (Prof. Dr.) (Head of Department), 2 Lecturers (1 as Branch Director), 1 Engineer (Branch Director), 2 Contracted IT Personnel (Specialists), 1 Chief (Branch Director), 1 Librarian, 4 Technicians (1 as Branch Director), 2 Technicians (Vocational), 2 Computer Operators, 1 Data Entry and Control Operator, and 3 Permanent Staff.

(Last updated: 07.11.2025)