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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Ceramic Technology and Applications 1 |
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| Course Code |
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SRT249 |
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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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2 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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5 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Asst.Prof.Dr. NERGİS KILINÇ MİRDALI
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Students learn the ceramic raw materials, their properties and interpret the effects of preparation methods to ceramic production processes.
Students will define raw materials and be able to interpret the techniques used.
Students will be able to discuss the parameters of the milling and will be able to work for troubleshooting
Students will be able to describe the importance of rheology of clay-water suspensions.
Students are able to understand the relationship of plastic and non-plastic raw materials depending on temperature.
Students will be able to create recipes using raw materials used in the ceramic industry.
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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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This course provides basic information on raw materials used in the manufacture of ceramic products; properties and preparation processes of ceramic raw materials. Effective parameters of each process and the effects of these parameters and control of the ceramic material about the production process are also provided. |
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| Course Contents |
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The definition of ceramics. Formation of ceramic raw materials. Functions of Plastic and non plastic ceramic raw materials . Physical and chemical properties of ceramic raw materials. Manufacturing methods of ceramic products. Ceramic firing. Physical, chemical and mechanical properties of ceramic products. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Classroom and Laboratory |
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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 |
Information about the course content. Definition and history of ceramics. The importance of the ceramic material. Usage areas of ceramics. Classification of ceramic products. |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports )www.yildiz.edu.tr/.../ILERI_TEKNOLOJI_MALZEMELERI.pdf |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. |
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2 |
Volcanism, lavas and igneous rocks . Formation of ceramic raw materials, the primary and secondary formations. Examples of natural raw materials. Laboratory |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports )http://www.serfed.com/content_files/dergi/24/10_sanat1.pdf |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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3 |
Ceramic raw materials: Clay and kaolin. The differences between the clay and kaolin. Functions of clays and kaolins in body recipes. Laboratory |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports )
http://www.clays.org/journal/archive/volume%201/1-1-257.pdf
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Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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4 |
Ceramic raw materials: quartz, feldspar, marble, chalk, wollastonite, dolomite, magnesite, talk, corundum, artificial Ceramic Raw Materials. Functions of non-plastic ceramic raw materials in body recipes. Laboratory |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ) |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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5 |
Behavior of ceramic raw materials during firing . Meaning of porosity, sintering, vitrification. Preparing body recipes on paper with high / low porosity level |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). Do homework |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. |
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6 |
Physical and chemical properties of ceramic raw materials: Appearance of colors and structure. Case of color and texture after cooking. Grain size test. Hardness. Laboratory |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). Do homework |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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7 |
Physical and chemical properties of ceramic raw materials: Castings availability, Flowing behavior of ceramic slips, thixotropy, determination of the optimal amount of electrolyte. Laboratory |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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8 |
Mid Term Exam (1 hour-closed book and notebook) |
It is advised to search and study before on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Written Examination
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9 |
Techniques of chemical and mineralogical analysis.
Laboratory |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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10 |
Production Process of Ceramic Products : Natural mud preparation methods. Preparation Methods of industrial mud. Preparation of raw material.
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It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. |
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11 |
Production Process of Ceramic Products : Plastic Forming (Free Forming. Semi-automatic wheels. Automatic wheels). Semi-plastic forming. Dry forming. Slip casting. Laboratory |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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12 |
Drying of Ceramic Products : The importance of Drying. Drying rate. Varieties of drying. Drying defects.
Laboratory |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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Firing of Ceramics: Heat. Temperature. Combustion concepts. Firing policies. Furnace atmosphere. |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Lab |
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14 |
Firing of Ceramics: Product-temperature relation. Firing process. |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. Laboratory. |
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Firing types: (Biscuit Firing. Decor firing. Single firing. Double firing. Pit firing. raku firing. Calcination). Furnaces. Firing in oxidizing and reducing atmosphere. |
It is advised to search and study before and /or after on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Lecture, Discussion, Question & Answer, Brainstorming, views, Power Point Presentation. |
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16/17 |
Final Exam(1 hour-closed book and notebook) |
It is advised to search and study before an on subjects each lecture using various sources related to ceramic technology (Lecture notes.Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports ). |
Written Examination
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 The Ceramic Spectrum, Robin Hopper, 2008 | ISBN-10: 1574983024 | ISBN-13: 978-1574983029 | Edition: Second Edition
Out of the Earth, into the Fire: A Course in Ceramic Materials for the Studio Potter, Mimi Obstler, 2001. ISBN-10: 1574980785 | ISBN-13: 978-1574980783 | Edition: 2nd
Working With Clay, Susan Peterson, Jan Peterson, 2009 ISBN: 978-605-4146-02-4
The Potter´s Dictionary of Materials and Techniques, Fifth Edition, Frank Hamer, 2004 | ISBN-10: 0812238109 | ISBN-13: 978-0812238105 | Edition: 5th
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| Required Course Material(s) |
Proceeding books, theses, journals and research reports about the subjects
Internet Databases
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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 |
60 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
2 |
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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Perceives multi-dimensionally, objectifies sensory perception |
5 |
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Is competent at thinking critically and developing creative and original ideas |
5 |
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Is responsible and has a sense of social, scientific, artistic, professional, ethical awareness |
5 |
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4 |
Reaches, manages and constructs information |
5 |
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5 |
His dexterity and eye coordination are improved |
2 |
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6 |
Uses time efficiently and effectively |
5 |
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7 |
Is competent at art theory, aesthetics and philosophy of art |
1 |
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8 |
Transforms the concepts into original art works |
5 |
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9 |
Uses the informatics and communication technologies at least in the level required by the European Computer Driving License |
2 |
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10 |
Defines and reviews problems correctly, finds creative, original, aesthetic, artistic and technical solutions to problems |
5 |
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11 |
Uses theoretical and practical information efficiently in his profession and topic |
5 |
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12 |
Has the ability to work individually and in groups effectively and takes responsibility |
5 |
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13 |
Works harmoniously with other disciplines, which he/she needs in his/her profession and projects |
5 |
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14 |
Follows the social and universal changes and effects about art and design |
5 |
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15 |
Has the ability to follow developments and improves him/herself constantly through lifelong learning |
5 |
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16 |
Has the knowledge, skills and experience about how to use different materials, production methods and techniques |
5 |
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17 |
Has the ability and self confidence for oral, written and visual communication |
5 |
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18 |
Knows a foreign language at least in Level B1 of the European Common Framework in order to follow the developments about his profession |
2 |
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19 |
Evaluates the producibility of his/her projects technically and technologically |
5 |
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20 |
Constantly improves him/herself by determining his/her training needs in accordance with his/her interests and abilities in the scientific, cultural, artistic and social fields in addition to his/her professional development |
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| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
5 |
70 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
2 |
28 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
2 |
5 |
10 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
5 |
5 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
5 |
5 |
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Total Workload: | 118 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 4.72 |
| ECTS Credit: | 5 |
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