| TEXTILE AND FASHION DESIGN | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| GEP0620 | Visual Literacy | Fall Spring |
3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | GE-Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Hybrid |
| Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | none |
| Course Objectives: | This course focuses on the formulation of visual form and employment on visual media. It is an introduction to visual literacy exposing the basic visual vocabulary. The aim of the course is to analyze the visual language of works of art and design objects. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; The students who have succeeded in this course will be able to: 1- Develop critical thinking skills in relation to visual images; 2- Recognize visual perception; 3- Analyse the syntax of images including style and composition; 4- Analyse visual context; 5- Display visual presentation techniques; 6- Recognise visual hierarchy; 7- Enhance verbal and written literacy skills and vocabulary to be able to talk and write about images 8- To be able to understand, define, express and analyze the visual language of images. 9--To be able to understand, define, express and analyze the visual language of artworks (painting, sculpture). |
| This course is designed to help students understand the visual media and the effect of visual forms in communication.Paintings, sculptures, design objects, visual properties of artworks, color harmony and color contrasts. The teaching methods and techniques used in the course are lecture, observation, discussion and comparison. |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to the course, artwork, artwork analyzing, course content. | |
| 2) | Art, culture & society | |
| 3) | Portrait | |
| 4) | Landscape | |
| 5) | Composition with figures. | |
| 6) | Still life | |
| 7) | Interior space | |
| 8) | Midterm Week | |
| 9) | Color in visual communication Basic Principles of composition Color contrasts and harmony. | |
| 10) | Abstract painting | |
| 11) | Geometric abstraction | |
| 12) | Visual presentation | |
| 13) | Sculpture | |
| 14) | Industrial design objects |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
| References: | Ways of Seeing, John Berger Sınıf içi tartışmalar, ikincil olarak sanat tarihi ile ilgili kaynaklar/in-class discussions, resources related to art history as second degree reference. |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 10 | % 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 13 | 3 | 39 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 13 | 6 | 78 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 121 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework. | |
| 2) | Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results. | |
| 3) | Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose. | |
| 4) | Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments. | |
| 5) | Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process. | |
| 6) | Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment. | |
| 7) | Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes. | |
| 8) | Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices. | |
| 9) | Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence. | |
| 10) | Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations. | |
| 11) | Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design. | |
| 12) | Reflects his knowledge on current and contemporary issues from all fields to his professional theoretical and practical studies on textile and clothing design; Understands the social and universal effects of these issues. | |
| 13) | Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values. |