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Course Description Course Name : Design Methods İn Architecture Course Code : MIM437 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 4 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 3 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. MUSTAFA YEĞİN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Obtains, evaluates, registers and practices information about the architectural process Gains the ability to explain and evaluate relationships between human, function, form and the concepts used in architecture Produces a work of art that displays intellectual and ethical skills on creative and mastership level on his/her own, interprets his/her own comments and synthesis critically. Interprets and defines the architectural design stages and basic elements in comprehending and creating the space. 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 theoretical and conceptual knowledge on theories and methods, design and architectural designing features, its development. Course Contents : Basic concepts and theories, designing and architectural design features, development of design and methodology, design approaches, theories and methods, evaluation of theories and methods of design, methods to design process, design structure and strategies / exam, analytical approaches to architectural design, , forms of participation to design, evaluation as a decisive solution to the test and evaluation of design proposition, testing and evaluation in determining the solution. 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 Basic concepts and theories Source reading Lecture-discussion 2 Designing and architectural design features Source reading Lecture-discussion 3 Development of design and methodology Source reading Lecture-discussion 4 Design approaches, theories and methods Source reading Lecture-discussion 5 Design evaluation of theories and methods Source reading Lecture-discussion 6 Design theories and methods Source reading Lecture-discussion 7 The process of designing approaches and methods Source reading Lecture-discussion 8 Design structure and strategies / mid-exam Source reading Lecture-discussion 9 Design structure and strategies Source reading Lecture-discussion 10 Architectural design and analytical approaches Source reading Lecture-discussion 11 Forms of participation in design Source reading Lecture-discussion 12 Design evaluations in proposal, test and solution determiners Source reading Lecture-discussion 13 Design evaluations in proposal, test and solution determiners Source reading Lecture-discussion 14 Examining and queries with various examples Source reading Lecture-discussion 15 End of Year Exam exam   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 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 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 Takes responsibility , leads and works effectively as an individual and /or within a team. 4 2 Gains required foreign language knowledge about his/her occupancy at B1 level. 0 3 Defines the educational needs in the field of architecture, undertakes literature review, reaches knowledge and uses databases. 4 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. 3 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 6 Develops an attitude in favour of lifelong learning and uses gathered knowledge for public benefit. 4 7 Develops sustainable architectural and urban design decisions, protects naturally and culturally significant buildings and sites and generates healthy buildings and environments. 2 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.). 3 9 Generates public awareness in the field of architecture, acquires skills for sustainable use of design parameters. 4 10 Understands and interprets guidelines of structures under vertical and horizontal forces and development and implementation of contemporary structural systems. 0 11 Understands the role of training, right and liabilities of employer and trainee in career development. 0 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. 3 13 Gains required information in the field of architecture, can use theoretical and practical knowledge together in architectural practice. 3 14 Collects data, develops designs, evaluates conclusions, identifies problems and develops solutions in the field of architecture. 4 15 Prepares plans and projects individually for any kind of work in the field of architecture, does consulting and peer-reviewing. 3 16 Takes responsibility in solving problems individually or as a team member, plans and manages activities concerning the development of subordinates. 5 17 Uses computer software, technologies of informatics and communication needed in the field of architecture. 2 18 Applies basic architectural principles in the levels of building, interior design and urban design. 1 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. 1 * 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) 14 2 28 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 1 1     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2     Final Exam 1 5 5 Total Workload: 64 Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.56 ECTS Credit: 3