ARC5501 Tectonic Studies in ArchitectureBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs ARCHITECTURE (ENGLISH, THESIS)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementBologna CommissionNational Qualifications
ARCHITECTURE (ENGLISH, THESIS)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ARC5501 Tectonic Studies in Architecture Fall
Spring
3 0 3 12
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. DURNEV ATILGAN YAĞAN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to convey to students how architecture, beyond being merely a construction process or an end product, is shaped during the process of transferring ideas into tangible outcomes and how the underlying "ideas" influence design.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Define the etymological roots of the concept of tectonics in architecture.
II. Explain how changing "ideas" influence the architectural end product.
III. Evaluate the reasons behind shifts and thresholds in the concept of form within architectural history through the lens of tectonic theory.
IV. Critically analyze contemporary architectural developments using tectonic theories.

Course Content

Concept of Tectonics; Etymological Roots of Tectonics in Architecture; Architectural Theories and Philosophy of Tectonics in Architecture; Different approaches in Architectural History.

Teaching Methods and Techniques Used in the Course:
Lecture, Reading, Individual Study, Discussion, Implementation, Case Study, Group Work, Other.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Tectonic Studies in Architecture
2) Studies in tectonic Etymologies
3) Studies in Tectonic Philosophy
4) Roots of tectonic studies in Architecture
5) Studies in Tectonic Architecture
6) Scientific Developments and the Rise of the idea of Tectonic
7) Poetic Tectonic
8) Presentations and discussions on selected sample tectonic applications: Violet-Le Duc; H.B. Berlage
9) Presentations and discussions on selected sample tectonic applications: Gotfried Semper; Frank Llyod Wright
10) Presentations and discussions on selected sample tectonic applications: Auguste Perret
11) Presentations and discussions on selected sample tectonic applications: Carlo Scarpa and adoration of Joint
12) Contemporary applications of tectonic architecture
13) Contemporary examples of tectonic architecture
14) Review: Tectonic Trajectory

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: -Framton,Kenneth (1996) Studies in Tectonic Culture, MIT Press,
-Reiser+Umemoto (2005) Atlas of Novel Tectonics, Princeton Architectural Press, New York
References: Will be given when necessary.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 5 % 15
Presentation 4 % 20
Final 1 % 40
Paper Submission 1 % 25
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 10 3 30
Study Hours Out of Class 10 12 120
Presentations / Seminar 4 15 60
Paper Submission 1 30 30
Final 1 50 50
Total Workload 290

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) Develop and deepen knowledge in the same or in a different field to the proficiency level based on Bachelor level qualifications.
2) Be able to conduct research at the proficiency level in Architecture or related disciplines individually, as well as to lead, participate in, or take responsibility for group projects
3) Demostrate an ability to develop new approaches and produce knowledge at proficiency level researches both in architecture and related disciplines.
4) Make decisions and produce comprehensive solutions to poorly defined, complex design problems at different scales related to the field by using critical thinking methods.
5) Evaluate the phenomena in architectural history and assess contemporary developments by analyzing their historical, cultural, social, and political backgrounds.
6) Be able to conduct independent qualitative and quantitative research requiring expertise in the field of architecture and contribute to professional knowledge and practice.
7) Be able to present and publish the results of the research or design proposal related to the field in academic dialogue, in national and international forums, using written, oral, or other information and communication technologies, at the B2 General Level of the European Language Portfolio in English.
8) Develops the lifelong learning abilities.
9) Engage with the social responsibilities, legal, ethical, and aesthetic values of the architecture discipline.