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ARCHITECTURE
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 Spring
Fall
2 2 3 6
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: Non-Departmental Elective
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:
References:

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) Using the theoretical/conceptual and practical knowledge acquired for architectural design, design activities and research.
2) Identifying, defining and effectively discussing aesthetic, functional and structural requirements for solving design problems using critical thinking methods.
3) Being aware of the diversity of social patterns and user needs, values and behavioral norms, which are important inputs in the formation of the built environment, at local, regional, national and international scales.
4) Gaining knowledge and skills about architectural design methods that are focused on people and society, sensitive to natural and built environment in the field of architecture.
5) Gaining skills to understand the relationship between architecture and other disciplines, to be able to cooperate, to develop comprehensive projects; to take responsibility in independent studies and group work.
6) Giving importance to the protection of natural and cultural values in the design of the built environment by being aware of the responsibilities in terms of human rights and social interests.
7) Giving importance to sustainability in the solution of design problems and the use of natural and artificial resources by considering the social, cultural and environmental issues of architecture.
8) Being able to convey and communicate all kinds of conceptual and practical thoughts related to the field of architecture by using written, verbal and visual media and information technologies.
9) Gaining the ability to understand and use technical information about building technology such as structural systems, building materials, building service systems, construction systems, life safety.
10) Being aware of legal and ethical responsibilities in design and application processes.