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Course Description Course Name : Special Topics in Landscape Architecture Course Code : YLPM-200 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. KEMAL TULÜHAN YILMAZ Prof.Dr. MUZAFFER YÜCEL Prof.Dr. MEHMET FARUK ALTUNKASA Prof.Dr. ZERRİN SÖĞÜT Prof.Dr. SÜHA BERBEROĞLU Prof.Dr. HAKAN ALPHAN Asst.Prof.Dr. CENGİZ USLU Asst.Prof.Dr. BERRİN SİREL Learning Outcomes of the Course : comprehends how to prepare a scientific research knows what a context should include Raises awareness about issues of scientific language and scientific style, and scientific ethics. sets up a substructure to develop new knowledge and methods in the field of landscape architecture, problem-solving skills required to integrate information acquired from different areas. sets up necessary substructure and information for the conduct of academic research critically Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : evaluates and discusses the results of research and analysis for the graduate thesis and master´s program under advisor´s observations in the light of recent developments in the evaluation and discussion in the department of Landscape Architecture, Cukurova University, Institute of Science (for the opening of this course, registration is required as in other graduate courses ). Course Contents : teaches to develop methods to solve unpredictable problems, assess and publish these results, search literature, abide for ethical values during data collection. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 2 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 3 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 4 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 5 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 6 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 7 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 8 midterm evaluation Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 9 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 10 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 11 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 12 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 13 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 14 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 15 Topics determined by the supervisor Literature review, and reading Lecture, discussion practice. 16/17 Final exam Preparation for exam Written examination   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s) Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100     Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0 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 Develops and increases the level of expertise in the same or different fields, using undergraduate knowledge and competency 5 2 Understands the interdisciplinary interaction related to profession. 3 3 Has advanced knowledge and understanding based on the basis of competencies gained at the undergraduate level to conduct research in the field of landscape design and landscape planning 5 4 Has critical awareness in the field of landscape planning and landscape design in terms of the nature and resources of knowledge as well as producing and testing knowledge 5 5 Has the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field. 5 6 Creates new knowledge skillfully by integrating the knowledge gained in the field of landscaping with information from different disciplines; tackles with the problems which require expertise by using scientific reseach methods 3 7 Has cognitive and practical skills which is required to gain competency in professional practice 5 8 Applies the acquired knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills in new but unusual environments as well as in broader, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contexts. 4 9 Tackles with problem, develops a solution method, evaluates the results and applies when necessary. 4 10 Takes responsibility to develop new strategical approaches and to create solutions in complex and unpredictable circumstances 4 11 Evaluates information related to the field critically, directs learning and conducts advanced studies independently 4 12 Presentswritten or orally his own studies or current developments in the field to people in or out of the field using visuals 3 13 Examines social relations and the norms that direct these relations critically and develops the situation when necessary 1 14 Has a good command of a foreign language, at least at B2 level of European Language Portfolio, to communicate orally or written 1 15 Uses advanced information and communication technologies with the required level by computer softwares. 3 16 Develops strategies, policies and implementation plans related to landscape planning and landscape design and evaluates the obtained results within the framework of quality processes 2 17 Collects data about landscape planning and landscape design and makes interpretation, teaches or announces the acquired knowledge in line with social, scientific and ethical values 3 18 Uses the knowledge of landscape planning and landscape design practice and problem solving skills in interdisciplinary studies 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 5 70     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 5 70 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 5 5 Total Workload: 150 Total Workload / 25 (h): 6 ECTS Credit: 6