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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Formal and Semantic Reading in Architecture |
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| Course Code |
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MIM329 |
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| Course Type |
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Optional |
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| Level of Course |
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First Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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3 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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2 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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InstructorDr. ÖZLEM ŞENYİĞİT
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Chooses, analyzes and produces the information by using sample designs
Makes two-and three-dimensional design. Identifies, interprets and applies the emergence and development of organization systems and visual perception in architectural composition and urban design.
Explains and evaluates concepts used in architecture with the help of relationships between people, function and form
Defines and interprets architectural design stages,the basic elements in the understanding and creating of space
Obtains, evaluates, registers and practices information about the architectural process
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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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• Determination of the visual environment which is created by physical and socio-cultural elements, place character, giving meaning and identity items
• The analysis of visual impact of spatial and superficial components
• The building scale geometric fiction analysis, elements that determine the surface of the building, taking visual notes about the building form
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| Course Contents |
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• Reading and analyzing the environment
• The development of visual perception ability
• The analysis studies visual effect of Spatial and surface components
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Classroom |
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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 |
Meeting
Giving information about the course content |
Standard classroom technologies, Internet databases, library databases |
Oral Presentation |
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2 |
-Concrete experiences
-Active Experiences
-Intellectual observation
-Explanation of abstract conceptualization concepts through examples
Giving students research homework |
Standard classroom technologies, Internet databases, library databases |
Oral Presentation, Homework |
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3 |
Presentation and discussion of case research |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Studies, Visual/ Oral Presentation |
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4 |
Presentation and discussion of case research |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Studies, Visual/ Oral Presentation |
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5 |
Visual note taking methods on geometric analysis of building scale, elements determining the surface of the building, and building form |
Standard classroom technologies, Internet databases, library databases |
Review of structural examples, Sketch Presentation, Homework
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6 |
Analysis and discussion of student work |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Sketch Presentation
/ Discussion
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7 |
Exam |
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8 |
Application exercises in order to improve the ability of visual perception |
Standard classroom technologies, Internet databases, library databases |
Examples of Structural Review, Sketch Presentation, Homework |
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9 |
Analysis and discussion of student work |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Sketch Presentation
/ Discussion
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10 |
Analysis and discussion of student work |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Sketch Presentation
/ Discussion
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11 |
Giving information about the free expression techniques done for determining the visual environment which is created by physical and socio-cultural elements, place character, meaning and identity items |
Standard classroom technologies, Internet databases, library databases |
Seminar, Homework |
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12 |
Analysis and discussion of student work |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Sketch Presentation
/ Discussion
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13 |
Analysis and discussion of student work |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Sketch Presentation
/ Discussion
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14 |
The analysis of the visual effects of spatial and surface components |
Standard classroom technologies, Internet databases, library databases |
Examples of Structural Review,Homework |
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15 |
Analysis and discussion of student work |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Sketch Presentation
/ Discussion
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16/17 |
Analysis and discussion of student work |
Standard classroom technologies, |
Sketch Presentation
/ Discussion
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Alain de Botton, Mutluluğun Mimarisi, Sel Yayıncılık, İstanbul, 2007
Denel,B., “Temel Tasarım ve Yaratıcılık”, ODTÜ Mimarlık Fakültesi Yayınları, Ankara, 1981
Gürer, L., “Görsel Sanat Eğitimi ve Mekan-Form, İTÜ Mimarlık Fakültesi Yayınları, İstanbul, 1992
Lauer, A., D., & Pentak, S., Design Basics, Wadsworth, The Ohio State University, USA, 2002
Şentürer, A., “Mimaride Estetik Olgusu”, 1.Baskı, İ.T.Ü. Mimarlık Fakültesi Baskı Atölyesi, İstanbul, 1995
Winters, N. B., “Architecture is Elementary”, Visual Thinking Through Architectural Concepts, Gibbs M. Smith, Inc. Salt Lake City, USA, 1986
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| Required Course Material(s) |
Şenyiğit, Ö., “Biçimsel ve Anlamsal İfade Aracı Olan Cephelerin Değerlendirilmesine Yönelik Bir Yaklaşım: İstanbul’da Meşrutiyet Ve Halaskargazi Caddeleri’ndeki Cephelerin İncelenmesi”, FBE Doktora Tezi, Y.T.Ü. Mimarlık Fakültesi Baskı Atölyesi, İstanbul, 2010
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
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Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
40 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
2 |
60 |
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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 |
Takes responsibility , leads and works effectively as an individual and /or within a team. |
3 |
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2 |
Gains required foreign language knowledge about his/her occupancy at B1 level. |
0 |
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3 |
Defines the educational needs in the field of architecture, undertakes literature review, reaches knowledge and uses databases. |
5 |
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4 |
Designs using the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of architecture, examines and interprets facts and phenomenons by using scientific methods and techniques. |
5 |
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5 |
Develops himself/herself continously by specifying his/ her needs toward his/her interest and talents, scientific, cultural, artistic and social areas as well as occupancy improvement. |
0 |
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6 |
Develops an attitude in favour of lifelong learning and uses gathered knowledge for public benefit. |
4 |
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7 |
Develops sustainable architectural and urban design decisions, protects naturally and culturally significant buildings and sites and generates healthy buildings and environments. |
3 |
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8 |
Develops, evaluates and applies an architectural project with a comprehensive plan from the design phase to the phase of application project (structural and environmental systems, safety issues, seperators, etc.). |
2 |
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9 |
Generates public awareness in the field of architecture, acquires skills for sustainable use of design parameters. |
5 |
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10 |
Understands and interprets guidelines of structures under vertical and horizontal forces and development and implementation of contemporary structural systems. |
1 |
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11 |
Understands the role of training, right and liabilities of employer and trainee in career development. |
1 |
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12 |
Effectively uses written and oral communication skills, follows and organizes seminars and meetings in the field of architecture, prepares projects and follows foreign publications using foreign language skills. |
4 |
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13 |
Gains required information in the field of architecture, can use theoretical and practical knowledge together in architectural practice. |
5 |
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14 |
Collects data, develops designs, evaluates conclusions, identifies problems and develops solutions in the field of architecture. |
5 |
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15 |
Prepares plans and projects individually for any kind of work in the field of architecture, does consulting and peer-reviewing. |
4 |
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16 |
Takes responsibility in solving problems individually or as a team member, plans and manages activities concerning the development of subordinates. |
2 |
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17 |
Uses computer software, technologies of informatics and communication needed in the field of architecture. |
3 |
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18 |
Applies basic architectural principles in the levels of building, interior design and urban design. |
5 |
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19 |
Gains consciousness for identification and preservation of historical settings, prepares documents on historical monuments and sites, knows and uses required techniques for preparation of restoration projects. |
4 |
| * 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 |
2 |
28 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
1 |
14 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
2 |
2 |
4 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Total Workload: | 50 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 2 |
| ECTS Credit: | 2 |
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