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  Course Description
Course Name : Material and In Building Construction 1

Course Code : ICM205

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 2

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 2

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

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Describes the materials used in structures.
Explains production methods.
Expresses how the 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 : Definition of ´´material´´ in a general classification of micro-and macro-structures, the concept of materials in space design, the properties of materials that affect design, defining design-material relationship, construction materials: natural stone materials, clay materials, both natural and artificial wood, metal and metal alloy materials, synthetic-based materials, and finishing materials as binders, their definitions, history, production methods and their use, evaluation of samples.

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 Defining micro and macro structures forming the materials. Theoretical expression Presentation of material samples
2 Defining materials in interior design, Properties of materials that meet the requirements for comfort (Physical Environment). Theoretical expression Presentation
3 Meeting the requirements of climatic comfort. Theoretical expression Presentation
4 Water and Moisture-Meeting the requirements of comfort. Theoretical expression Presentation
5 Meets the requirements of acoustic comfort. Theoretical expression Presentation
6 Meeting the requirements of comfort: Safety (Fire). Theoretical expression Presentation
7 Properties of materials forming the language of expression in spaces. Recreating a given presentation with its features. Theoretical expression Examine samples of materials
8 Midterm exam Evaluation Evaluation chart
9 Building Materials: Natural Stone Materials. Theoretical expression Research report
10 Building Materials: Clay materials. Theoretical expression Research report
11 Natural and Artificial Wood Materials. Theoretical expression Examine samples of material
12 Metals and Metal Alloys. Theoretical expression Presentation
13 Synthetic-Based Materials. Theoretical expression Presentation
14 Fasteners. Theoretical expression Assignment report
15 Fabric Paint Finishing Materials. Theoretical expression Examine samples of material
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,
 CHİNG, F. D. K. (1991). “Building Construction Illustrated”, Raf No: TH146C551991, New York, NY : Wiley,
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