TEXTILE AND FASHION 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
GEP1802 Aesthetic and Philosophy Fall 3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. SERKAN ŞİMŞEK
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to conduct studies in the field of aesthetics and to provide a historical overview of general art concepts from the perspective of art criticism.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students who successfully complete this course will,
1. discuss philosophical perspectives on Beauty and Art.
2. acquire mastery of terminology related to Aesthetics and Art.
3. learn fundamental philosophical concepts that clarify the phenomena of Beauty and Art.
4. study and articulate prominent aesthetic views within the history of philosophy.
5. recognize the opportunities provided by examining art through a philosophical view.
6. understand ways to address differences between various views on art.
7. comprehend contemporary debates concerning art and artworks.

Course Content

The course have topics such as the objective existence of artworks and the subjective perception of art, beauty and infinity, art and nature, issues of meaning and interpretation in art disciplines, and art as a goal to be achieved. In addition to examining the thoughts of philosophers such as Platon, Aristoteles, Kant, and Hegel on art and beauty, the paradigms of contemporary aesthetics will be discussed through the practice of critically analyzing artworks.
Teaching methods and techniques used in the course are: lecture, reading, individual work, discussion.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction
2) Contemporary Art Aesthetics and Criticism Exhibition Discussions
3) Contemporary Art Aesthetics and Criticism Exhibition Discussions
4) Subjectivist and Objectivist Approaches in Art Criticism Course notes
5) Normative Epistemology in Art History Course notes
6) Speculative Epistemology in Art History Course notes
7) Heteronomy and Autonomy in Aesthetics Course notes
8) Midterm Week
9) Platon's Philosophy and Art Course notes
10) The Development of Philosophy and Art Thought in Ancient Greece: Pythagoras and Heraclitus Course notes
11) Aristotle's Philosophy and Art Course notes
12) Aesthetics from Antiquity to the Modern Age: Aristoxenus and Baumgarten Course notes
13) Kant's Philosophy and Art Course notes
14) Hegel's Philosophy and Art Course notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Yok
References: Afşar Timuçin, Estetik, Bulut Yayınları, 2008.
Nejat Bozkurt, Sanat ve Estetik Kuramları, Asa Kitabevi, 2000.
İoanna Kuçuradi, Sanata Felsefeyle Bakmak, Şiir-Tiyatro Yayınları, Ankara, 1979.
Hegel, Estetik. Güzel Sanat Üzerine Dersler.
Hegel, Mantık Bilimi.
Hegel, Tinin Fenomenolojisi.
Kant, Saf Aklın Eleştirisi.
Kant, Yargı Gücünün Eleştirisi.
Aristoteles, Poetica.
Aristoteles, Politika.
Platon, Şölen.
Platon, Devlet.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 20
Quizzes 3 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 13 4 52
Quizzes 3 10 30
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 123

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) Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework.
2) Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results.
3) Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose.
4) Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments.
5) Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process.
6) Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment.
7) Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes.
8) Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices.
9) Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence.
10) Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations.
11) Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design.
12) Reflects his knowledge on current and contemporary issues from all fields to his professional theoretical and practical studies on textile and clothing design; Understands the social and universal effects of these issues.
13) Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values.