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  Course Description
Course Name : Material and In Building Construction 3

Course Code : ICM305

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 3

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 2

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. YUSUF GÜRÇINAR

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Defines where and how stairs, doors, and window materials are used.
Explains the production methods of materials.
Expresses how materials are applied.
Chooses the appropriate materials for the parts of the building.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : This course aims to give the information and materials to be used in interior spaces in terms of technique and technology in order to achieve the utmost comfort and it also expects the students to produce their own designs.

Course Contents : Stairs: Definition, Types of Stairs, Dimensional conditions, Stair construction, relations between the dimensions of the berths and steps; Doors, their locations in the plan, types of doors based on how they open and their materials, frame and sash construction, frame-wall, box-wing relations, thresholds; Windows, window cavity, window functions, window types based on how they open, window-wall, Window-sill relationships.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Interior Design Studio 2


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Stairs: Introduction - Objectives - Description, Stair Terminology: (of landing, Landing, Output Line, Handrail, Railing, berths). Place of the stairs on a plan. Theoretical expression Presentation
2 Space Editing-Stairs Relatio, Functional Requirements: Carrier, proper sizing, Operational Safety, Fire Protection, Appearance. Theoretical expression Sample presentation
3 Types of Stairs: Single Handle, Two Handle, Double Dial, Balance, Spiral, Round Stairs. Theoretical expression Presentation
4 Types of Landings. Theoretical expression Presentation
5 By type of use: Mezzanine stairs, Service Steps - Fire Ladders, Attic Ladders, Car Stairs, Escalators. Theoretical expression Presentation
6 Depending on the location in space: Indoor and Outdoor Stairs. Theoretical expression Drawing applications
7 By construction of Wood Stairs, Metal Stairs, Steel Stairs Standards and Regulations. Theoretical expression Construction and drawing applications
8 Midterm exam Evaluation Evaluation chart
9 Doors: Doors: Introduction - Objectives - Description Plan and cross-section, placing the door, Sizing: Space Editing - Door Relationship. Theoretical expression Presentation
10 Door Types: their use: Interior Doors basen on how they open: Folding, Harmonic, Accordion, Sliding. Theoretical expression Presentation
11 Exterior Doors: By Function: Entrance Doors, Garden Gates, Garage Doors, Emergency exit doors, Door Sets. Theoretical expression Sample presentation
12 Interior Door Construction: Wall Box Relationship, Relationship between Body Wing, Wing constructions, Construction of Custom Made Doors Exterior Doors: Wall Box Relationship, Relationship between Body Wing, Wing constructions, Standards and Regulations. Theoretical expression Presentation
13 Windows: Introduction - Objectives - Description Plan and cross-section, the window location, Sizing: Space Editing-Window Relationship. Theoretical expression Presentation
14 Window Types, opening types: Fixed, inward, outward, transom, Pivotal, Sliding, Guillotine, Complex Popup Windows, Window Construction, Custom Windows. Theoretical expression Presentation
15 Door - Window Relationship, Preservatives, Sun Shades, Shades, Standards and Regulations. Theoretical expression Presentation
16/17 Final exam Evaluation Evaluation chart


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Ronald Ashcroft, R. (1992). “Construction for Interior Designers”, Essex, , Raf No: TH145A831992, England : Longman
 Chiara, J. D. (1992). “Time-Saver Standard For Interıor Design And Space Planning”, Raf No: NK2110D431992New York : McGraw-Hill,
 CALLENDER, J. H. (1997). “Time-Saver Standard For Interıor Design Data”, Raf No: M TH 51T55 New York : McGraw-Hill.
 CHİNG, F. D. K. (1991). “Building Construction Illustrated”, Raf No: TH146C551991, New York, NY : Wiley,
 WIGGINTON, M. (1996). “Glass In Architecture”, Raf No: NA4140W54, London : Phaiden.
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 9 40
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 analyzes collected data, synethsizes various information and ideas, evaluates findings and has the ability to use these in the process of interior design 3
2 is aware of interior spaces and the environment we live in and has the ability to detect problems in theses spcaes and needs from a critical and rational perspective 3
3 follows the scientific and technological developments in the field of interior design and improves him/herself based on these advancements 3
4 Knows about concepts, debates and developments in the field of interior design 2
5 Knows at least one foreign language to be able to follow literature and current developments in the international platforms and interact with colleagues 2
6 is aware of the effects of universal, social and environmental dimensions in interior design and applications and realize issues such as sustainable development, innovation and entrepreneurship 2
7 Knows about project and site management and practices, staff health, environmental and occupational safety 2
8 Makes presentations using visual aids and writes reports about related topics when necessary 2
9 has the necessary knowledge in basic design, history and technical background to execute Interior Architecture 2
10 evaluates analysis, findings, conclusions and proposals about an idea or a project 3
11 is aware of the legal consequences of interior design applications 0
12 has the ability to use theoretical, methodological and practical information in professional field in order to develop interior design proposals and applications 2
13 has the ability to create and apply contemporary, creative and aesthetic design proposals under realistic physical, social and economic restrictions within the framework of aesthetic values and user´s needs 2
14 is able to move forward in all phases as a designer; from the planning of projects until the application stage and has the ability to choose and effectively use tools, techniques and technologies during the process of planning, design, drawing, software, application 3
15 is competent to work individually and knows to prioritize 3
16 has professional, scientific and ethical responsibility concerning the profession of interior design 3
17 has the ability to improve him/herself scientifically, socially, culturally and physically within the framework of lifelong learning 2
18 is competent in team work, works efficiently in a team in multi-disciplinary areas, communicates and takes responsibility 3
19 is competent in spoken and written Turkish 3
20 does literature research in controversial concepts in the field of interior design, is competent in researching databases and other information sources 3
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 0 0 0
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 9 2 18
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 50
Total Workload / 25 (h): 2
ECTS Credit: 2