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Course Description Course Name : Analysis of Meaning in the Built Environment Course Code : MM-555 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. ONUR KARAGENÇ ERMAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows the relationship between form and core of meaning. Semantically analyzes the physical environment. Defines the built environment by semantics and semiotics methods. Knows how meaning occures in the physical environment. Defines the communication process based on meaning of the physical environment. Follows related scientific works and makes comments. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Exploring relationship of form and core with meaning, signs which give meaning to form and core, formed meaning levels, elements which cause meaning change between people and societies, role of meaning on behavior, "meaning and human behavior" aspect of human-environment relationship, analysing semantic structure with the help of signs belong to environment. Course Contents : Relationship of form and core with meaning , semantic signs and symbols of the physical environment, symbols, role of the meaning on behavior, semantic differences and causes. 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 Concept of Perception Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 2 Signification Process, Semantic and Semiotic Approach Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 3 Theories and Models on Signification Process Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 4 Semantic Levels Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 5 Semantic Levels Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 6 Effective Factors in the formation of meaning Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 7 Relationship between behavior and meaning Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 8 Midterm Exam repetition of the topics Written exam 9 Concept of Meaning in Architecture Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 10 Elements which convey meaning in architecture Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 11 Meaning in physical environment Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 12 Meaning in physical environment Readings on the subject Lecture, presentations, discussion 13 Analysis Studies Case studies, practices presentations, discussion 14 Analysis Studies Case studies, practices Lecture, presentations, discussion 15 Analysis Studies Case studies, practices Lecture, presentations, discussion 16/17 Final Exam Repetition of the topics Written exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Eco U., 1980; Function and Sign: the semiotics of architecture, in Sign, Symbols and Architecture, Edt. Broadbent G., Bunt R., Jencks C., John Wiley & Sons  Broadbent G., Bunt R., Jencks C. (eds), 1980; Sign, Symbols and Architecture, John Wiley & Sons  Eco U., 1977; A Theory of Semiotics, The Macmillan Press Ltd, London  Fiske J., 1990; Introduction to Communication Studies, Routledge, London  Nasar JL. (eds),1988; Environmental Aesthetics, Cambridge Uni Press  Hesselgren S., 1960; The Language of Architecture, V.1, Essex: Applied Science Publisher  Howard R., 1994; Roland Barthes, The Semiotic Challenge, Uni. Of California Press  Krampen M., 1979; Meaning in the Urban Environment, Pion, London  Rapoport A., 1990; The Meaning of Built Environment, Uni. of Arizona Press  Rookes P., Willson J., (2000); Perception: theory, development, and organisation, Routledge  Vernon MD., 1971; Psychology of Perception, Penguin Books  Zube EH., Moore GT. (eds), 1991; Advances in Environment, Behavior and Design, V.2, Plenum Press  Barthes R., 1982; Göstergebilimsel Serüven, Çev. M. Rıfat, S. Rıfat, YKY Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 13 50 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 Produces comprehensive projects related to the field: produces a comprehensive project using acquired knowledge, understanding and the skills [with an inter-disciplinary, multi-disciplinary, beyond disciplines approach] demonstrating the capacity of making decisions on different scales of design / planning. 3 2 On the basis of the competencies gained at the undergraduate level, has advanced level of knowledge and understanding that is needed for original studies in the fields of architecture, planning, and design. 5 3 Gains needed cognitive and practical skills required for competence in professional practice. 4 4 Gains skills for necessary specialized problem-solving skills to develop new knowledge and methods related to the field of research and to integrate knowledge from different fields. 5 5 Carries out academic research in a critical manner and participates in academic dialogues to reach critical and categorical results. 4 6 Manages an independent study that requires expertise in the relevant field. 4 7 Has the critical awareness about problems concerning the nature of knowledge, sources, production of knowledge and testing related to the fields of Architecture / Planning / design and other related areas. 2 8 Applies the acquired knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills in new but unusual environments as well as in broader, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary contexts. 5 9 Acts independently and takes responsibility in working and learning environments, defines and manages a project. 3 10 Manages and transforms working or learning contexts that require new, complex, unpredictable strategic approaches. 3 11 Contributes to the professional knowledge and practice of the teams that work in academic environment or application field and/or takes responsibility to review strategic performance. 3 12 Has the learning skills that allows largely independent management of education or pursues its own navigation. 3 13 Shares clearly and systematically the findings and conclusions reached as a result of a study and the basis of the knowledge and rationale of the findings with experts and non-experts. 4 14 Shows the dialectical thinking on social norms and relationships, leads for change. 5 15 Communicates written and orally, using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 General. 5 16 Uses language, symbols and texts interactively. 4 17 Uses computer software with information and communication technologies interactively in advanced level needed for the field. 4 18 Conducts an academic study in a critical and systematic way, carries out academic dialogue for critical and categorical results, presents and publishes papers in national and international environments. 5 19 Has the required competencies required to earn the certification for professional practice. 5 20 Integrates and handles complex situations, produces decisions with incomplete or limited information, being aware of the social and ethical responsibilities that may arise from the implementation of the decisions and the acquired knowledge, 4 * 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 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 13 4 52     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 151 Total Workload / 25 (h): 6.04 ECTS Credit: 6