POV2015 Computer for Media ArtsBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO
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
POV2015 Computer for Media Arts Fall 2 2 3 6

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. NAZLI EDA NOYAN CELAYİR
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. NAZLI EDA NOYAN CELAYİR
Recommended Optional Program Components: Digital Image Processing
Course Objectives: This course introduces computer technology and certain software that the students will employ in order to implement their creative projects in various media and formats.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Demonstrate familiarity with the digital technology used.
2. Find effective solutions to technical problems.
3. Find effective technical solutions to aesthetic problems.
4. Gain proficiency in use of computer technology and culture.

Course Content

WEEK 1- Introduction, overview of the syllabus, review of the course content and expectations from the students
WEEK 2- General Presentation about the computer technology for art and communication. History of Computers.
Class activity: Present your interaction with computers.
WEEK 3- Computer graphics: Hardware/software
Class activity: Present your interaction with computers.
P1: Scanogram/scanography
WEEK 4- Computer graphics: Compression formats
P1: Scanogram/scanography / Compositing an image- bitmap
WEEK 5- Color system Models
P2: Cinemagraph
WEEK 6- Net art
WEEK 7- Classwork:Vector-based graphics
WEEK 8- Classwork:Vector-based graphics
WEEK 9- Classwork:Vector-based graphics
WEEK 10- Classwork: Moving image
WEEK 11- Classwork: Moving image
WEEK 12- Classwork: Moving image
WEEK 13- Classwork: Moving image
WEEK 14- Course Portfolio Presentations/ Blog

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction,overview of the syllabus, review of the course content and expectations from the students
2) General Presentation about the computer technology for art and communication.History of Computers. Present your interaction with computers.
3) Hardware P1: Scanogram/scanography: Show Me the Money
4) Software, Computer Generated Graphics: Bitmap & Vector P2: Me, Myself, I in My Room
5) Cinemagraph/ Compression formats P3:The Confessions’ Loop
6) Vector-based graphics/ Color System Models P4: Animated portrait: Beauty and the Beast
7) Video P5:Print to Motion
9) Net art and social media P6: Something to click!
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11) Moving image P5: Film title
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14) Course Portfolio Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 3 % 30
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

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) Knowledge of photographic and video media and ability to use basic, intermediate and advanced techniques of these media.
2) Ability to understand, analyze and evaluate theories, concepts and uses of photography and video.
3) Ability to employ theoretical knowledge in the areas of the use of photography and video.
4) Familiarity with and ability to review the historical literature in theoretical and practical studies in photography and video.
5) Ability in problem solving in relation to projects in photography and video.
6) Ability to generate innovative responses to particular and novel requirements in photography and video.
7) Understanding and appreciation of the roles and potentials of the image across visual culture
8) Ability to communicate distinctively by means of photographic and video images.
9) Experience of image post-production processes and ability to develop creative outcomes through this knowledge.
10) Knowledge of and ability to participate in the processes of production, distribution and use of photography and video in the media.
11) Ability to understand, analyze and evaluate global, regional and local problematics in visual culture.
12) Knowledge of and ability to make a significant contribution to the goals of public communication.
13) Enhancing creativity via interdisciplinary methods to develop skills for realizing projects.
14) Gaining general knowledge about the points of intersection of communication, art and technology.