INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
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
ARC3963	Urban History	Fall Spring	2	0	2	4

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 :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi NESLİHAN AYDIN YÖNET
Course Lecturer(s):	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi NESLİHAN AYDIN YÖNET
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to develop students' knowledge of theories and the history of urban development.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
-Understanding urban/city typologies of different historical periods
-Comprehension of the impact of social and cultural changes on urban space in specific historical periods.
- Understanding the relationship between human behavior, the natural environment, and the design of the built environment.
- Effective reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.

Course Content

The course explores the social, cultural, economical, environmental factors that shape cities. The ideas, theories, and innovations that create unique aspects of cities are discussed through examples from past, present, and future. The examples from the periods of Ancient Greek, Roman, Renaissance, Baroque, Modern, and Post Modern are analyzed. The ideas about futuristic cities are also discussed.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction
2)	The Idea of City
3)	The Classic City
4)	The Medieval Town
5)	Renaissance and Baroque Cities
6)	Historical Gardens
7)	19th Century City
8)	20th Century City
9)	21st Century City
10)	MIDTERM
11)	Looking into the Future
12)	Student Presentations and Discussion
13)	Student Presentations and Discussion
14)	Evaluation / Final Discussion

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

References:

. Mumford, L. (1961) The City in History. Harcourt, New York .
. Bacon, E. (1976) Design of Cities. Penguin Books, New York.
. Gallion, E. (1975) The Urban Pattern. D.Van Nostrand Co. New York.
. Kostof, S. (2004) The City Shaped: Urban Patterns and Meanings Through History. Bullfinch Press, New York.
. Benevolo, L. (1995) The European City. Blackwell Pub. Oxford , UK and Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.
. Ellin, N. (2007) Postmodern Urbanism: Revised Edition. Princeton Architectural Press, New York.
. Hall, P. (2014) Cities of Tomorrow: An Intellectual History of Urban Planning and Design
Since 1880, Fourth Edition. Wiley Blackwell, USA and UK.
. Brenner, N. and Keil, R. (Editors) (2006) The Global Cities Reader (Urban Reader Series). Routledge Taylor&Francis Group,
London and New York.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	14	% 10
Presentation	1	% 25
Midterms	1	% 25
Final	1	% 40
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	13	2	26
Study Hours Out of Class	12	6	72
Presentations / Seminar	2	2	4
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			106

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)	Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and industrial engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2)	Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3)	Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. The ability to apply modern design methods to meet this objective.
4)	Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in industrial engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5)	Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to industrial engineering.
6)	Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently.
7)	Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. Writing and understanding reports, preparing design and production reports, making effective presentations, giving and receiving clear and understandable instructions.
8)	Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself.
9)	Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behaving accordingly. Information about the standards used in engineering applications.
10)	Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11)	Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of modern age engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12)	Develop effective and efficient managerial skills.