INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
FTV3978 Modernity and Other Ways of Seeing Fall 3 0 3 5
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Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. GÖNÜL EDA ÖZGÜL
Course Lecturer(s): Assist. Prof. GÖNÜL EDA ÖZGÜL
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course aims to discuss the modern way of seeing with its socio-economical, cultural and artistic dimensions and to point to different ways of seeing.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Develop a critical perspective regarding modernity and the dominant way of seeing it produces.
2. Identify the way of seeing that is both the producer and a product of modernity
3. Distinguish classical, modernist and postmodern narration
4. Develop a sophisticated criticism of cultural products;
5. Use their theoretical knowledge regarding the relationship between narration and ways of seeing in order to produce cultural/artistic products.

Course Content

In this course, modern way of seeing that is a product and a producer of modernity and other ways of seeing will be discussed through art, cinema, music, architecture and literature. Modernity and its reflections in the city and its culture will also be examined. The course involves theoretical lecture and discussion of topics with students; the students present the assignment and the projects they produced in relation to the topics of the course.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction
2) On Seeing
3) Modernity as a Way of Seeing
4) Schorske's Vienna
5) Benjamin's Paris Simmel's Berlin
6) Exhibition Visit and Discussion
7) Discussion on Artworks Chosen by Students
8) Exhibition Project Presentations
9) Modernism and Postmodernism
10) Modernism and Postmodernism
11) Art and Literature
12) Music
13) Music
14) Final Project Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Books:
* Schorske, Carl E. (1981). Fin-de-siècle Vienna : politics and culture. New York: Vintage Books [DB 851 .S34 1981]

* Benjamin, Walter (1999). Illuminations. London: Pimlico [PN 37 .B4413 1999]


References: Books:
* Schorske, Carl E. (1981). Fin-de-siècle Vienna : politics and culture. New York: Vintage Books [DB 851 .S34 1981]

* Benjamin, Walter (1999). Illuminations. London: Pimlico [PN 37 .B4413 1999]

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Presentation 3 % 20
Project 1 % 20
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 5 70
Presentations / Seminar 3 3 9
Project 1 4 4
Homework Assignments 1 2 2
Final 1 4 4
Total Workload 131

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Engages in design, planning, and implementation activities in the field of interior architecture that can respond to different spatial configurations, user groups, and needs in national and international contexts,
2) Analyzes data collected by focusing on user needs alongside real physical, social, and economic constraints, synthesizes various information and thoughts using individual and professional skills of the 21st century, and uses these processes to develop creative spatial solutions.
3) Produces creative, innovative, aesthetic, and original spatial solutions using abstract and concrete concepts,
4) Uses contemporary knowledge production, expression, representation, and technologies required by the field of interior architecture,
5) Gains knowledge about contemporary spatial fittings and construction techniques in design and implementation works in the field of interior architecture; follows the industry and current developments,
6) Embraces and prioritizes the relationship between human-environment, user health and safety, universal design principles, and sustainable design approaches in the field of interior architecture,
7) Acquires a design understanding that respects the social and cultural rights of society, cultural heritage, and nature, and can make conscious decisions on these matters.
8) Follows national and international values and developments in the fields of interior architecture, architecture, design, and art, participates in teamworks, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary work, and is knowledgeable in ethical issues,
9) Gains an understanding of legal regulations and standards in interior architecture; and becomes aware of professional ethics and responsibilities.