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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Visual Thinking 1 |
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| Course Code |
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TT 113 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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First Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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3 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Instructor ÖZLEM USLU
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Gains the idea of visual language and the basic vocabulary of visual language
Has theoretical knowledge about works of art and design objects
Analyses, synthesizes and comments about works of art and design objects.
Benefits from written and visual materials about art and design discipline.
Expresses his/her feelings and thoughts visually
Indulges in works of art
Apprehends the importance of original designs of artistic regulation elements and principles.
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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Gaining the idea of visual language and the basic vocabulary of visual language |
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| Course Contents |
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Introduction to design concepts and the idea of visual language. The language of design, the principles and elements of design and media of design are the basic building blocks of visual composition, and in order to understand how visual images carry meaning, we need to understand this basic vocabulary of visual language. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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GSF Conference Room |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Visual language
Elements of design |
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Lecture, Question & Answer, Demonstration, |
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2 |
Elements of design- Point, Line |
Student projects- Drawing their own portrait using points |
Lecture evaluation, Drill - Practise |
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3 |
Elements of design- Form and Shape ( Two and three-dimentional forms) |
Student projects- Drawing their own portrait using points |
Lecture evaluation, Drill - Practise |
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4 |
Elements of design-Space (Perspective, positive and negative space) |
Submitting point assignments Student Projects- Negative and positive space using collage technique |
Drill - Practise, individual criticism |
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5 |
Elements of design-Movement |
Student Projects- Negative and positive space using collage technique |
Drill - Practise, individual criticism |
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6 |
Elements of design- Texture and Pattern |
Submitting negative and positive space assignments
Student Projects- Designing a model by using different kinds of natural textures |
Drill - Practise, individual criticism |
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7 |
Midterm |
Midterm |
Written test |
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8 |
Elements of design- Color (hue, value and color scale) |
Submitting texture assignments
Student Projects- Warm and cool colors; submitting assignments on texture. |
Lecture evaluation, Drill - Practise |
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9 |
Elements of design-Color (Psychological effects of colors) |
Student Projects- Warm and cool colors; submitting assignments on texture. |
Theoretical expression, Practise |
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10 |
Principles of Design-Balance, Rhythm |
Submitting color assignments. |
Theoretical expression, Practise |
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11 |
Principles of Design-Proportion, Emphasis,Unity |
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Theoretical expression, Practise |
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12 |
Creativity and the Design Process |
Assigning research topics. |
Theoretical expression, Practise |
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13 |
Materials and Techniques of Design and the Fine Arts: Media-Painting and related techniques: ( Encaustic,Fresco, Tempera, Mosaic, Oil painting |
Research by students and Oral presentation |
Drill - Practise, individual criticism |
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14 |
Materials and Techniques of Design and the Fine Arts: Media- Watercolor, Acrylic,Drawing, Printmaking |
Research by students and Oral presentation |
Drill - Practise, individual criticism |
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15 |
Materials and Techniques of Design and the Fine Arts: Media- Textiles, Metal, wood, Ceramics |
Research by students and Oral presentation |
Drill - Practise, individual criticism |
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16/17 |
FINAL Exam |
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Written test |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 GÜNGÖR, İ. Hulusi. 2005. Temel Tasar. ISBN : 9799750050403. İstanbul.
GÖKAYDIN, Nevide. 2010. Temel Sanat Eğitimi. Moss Yayınları. ISBN : 9786054368518. İstanbul.
TANSUĞ, Sezer. 1988. Sanatın Görsel Dili. Remzi Kitabevi. ISBN: 975-14-0076-7. İstanbul.
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| Required Course Material(s) | |
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
Number |
Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
60 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
4 |
40 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
To create contemporary and creative design ideas and solutions in texile design under social, cultural and economic constraints |
3 |
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2 |
To be able to transform abstract and concrete concepts into creative ideas, innovative and original works. |
2 |
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3 |
To have knowledge about research methods, artistic criticism and art history |
4 |
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4 |
To be able to comprehend, interpret and form surface compositions with basic design elements and principles and to create genuine designs |
5 |
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5 |
To be able to create original collections of weaving, printing and apparel design regarding to a theme and to be able to present them in creative ways. |
0 |
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6 |
To be able to research, follow, and use current materials for textile design and create new material combinations |
0 |
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7 |
To able to perceive, think and practice design surfaces in a multifacet way |
4 |
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8 |
To have the ability of gathering, sharing and practising information about textile design and fashion in the context of social, artistic and ethical values |
0 |
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9 |
To be able to design textiles on computer-aided design programmes, adapt to new media, and use information and comunication technologies. |
0 |
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10 |
To be able to use different methods and techniques and create various color combinations for his/ her designs |
4 |
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11 |
To be able to create two-dimensional surfaces and/or three-dimensional works using knowledge about textile art and design |
4 |
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12 |
To be able to take part in teamwork of different disciplines, have the ability of analitical thinking, and solve design problems |
3 |
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13 |
To be open-minded, confident, enthusiastic, energetic and be able to take risks in professional career. |
3 |
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14 |
To be able to improve him/herself in scientific, social, cultural and sporty issues by internalizing life-long learning, |
0 |
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15 |
To be able to evaluate and interpret knowledge and skills in textile design field from a critical perspective. |
4 |
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16 |
To be able to use a foreign language efficiently in order to follow up-to-date information and communicate with colleagues |
0 |
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17 |
To be able to share and present his/her ideas and design proposals through verbal and visual data with target group |
4 |
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18 |
Being aware of national and international values about art and design |
0 |
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19 |
To have aesthetic awareness |
5 |
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20 |
To be able to evaluate industrial production of his/ her prototype design |
0 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
3 |
3 |
9 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
4 |
2 |
8 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
3 |
3 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
3 |
3 |
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Total Workload: | 65 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 2.6 |
| ECTS Credit: | 3 |
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