EUROPEAN UNION RELATIONS
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
VCD3113 3D Modelling Fall 2 2 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: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İPEK TORUN
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor CAN PEKDEMİR
Prof. Dr. HASAN KEMAL SUHER
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to make an introduction to 3D modelling and computer animation world and to give a basic understanding of “how it works” in 3D animatio. Students will be informed about terms and techniques of 3D modelling and learn to use a 3D software. The relation of 3D modelling between sculpture, painting, architecture, computer games, cinema, music will also be explained in this course.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. To gain an understanding about virtual 3D environment.
II. Practice skills of 3D modelling and texture mapping.
III. Practice skills of basic animation in 3D environment.
IV. Learn to use one of the industry standard 3D softwares.

Course Content

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) 1. Week : Introduction to 3D modelling (Basic concepts of 3D modelling and general information about softwares)
2) 2.Week : Starting with 2d shapes
3) 3.Week : Transforming to 3d meshes
4) 4.Week : Polygon modelling 1(objects)
5) 5.Week : Mid term 1
6) 6.Week : Polygon modelling 2(organic)
7) 7.Week : Materials / Shaders
8) 8.Week : Basic Mapping 1
9) 9.Week : Mapping 2
10) 10.Week : Mid Term 2
11) 11.Week : How to create a texture in Photoshop.
12) 12.Week : Introduction to Animation (Basic concepts of 3D animation and general information about softwares)
13) 13.Week : First Animation: Bouncing ball
14) Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 10
Midterms 2 % 40
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Homework Assignments 11 60
Final 3 24
Total Workload 126

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) To be able to examine, interpret data and assess ideas with the scientific methods in the area of EU studies. 2
2) To be able to inform authorities and institutions in the area of EU studies, to be able to transfer ideas and proposals supported by quantitative and qualitative data about the problems. 2
3) To be introduced to and to get involved in other disciplines that EU studies are strongly related with (political science, international relations, law, economics, sociology, etc.) and to be able to conduct multi-disciplinary research and analysis on European politics. 3
4) To be able to evaluate current news on European Union and Turkey-EU relations and identify, analyze current issues relating to the EU’s politics and policies. 2
5) To be able to use English in written and oral communication in general and in the field of EU studies in particular. 1
6) To have ethical, social and scientific values throughout the processes of collecting, interpreting, disseminating and implementing data related to EU studies. 1
7) To be able to assess the historical development, functioning of the institutions and decision-making system and common policies of the European Union throughout its economic and political integration in a supranational framework. 2
8) To be able to evaluate the current legal, financial and institutional changes that the EU is going through. 2
9) To explain the dynamics of enlargement processes of the EU by identifying the main actors and institutions involved and compare previous enlargement processes and accession process of Turkey. 2
10) To be able to analyze the influence of the EU on political, social and economic system of Turkey. 2
11) To acquire insight in EU project culture and to build up project preparation skills in line with EU format and develop the ability to work in groups and cooperate with peers. 2
12) To be able to recognize theories and concepts used by the discipline of international relations and relate them to the historical development of the EU as a unique post-War political project. 3