VCD3125 Traditional and Modern Turkish ArtsBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs PILOTAGE (EN)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
PILOTAGE (EN)
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
VCD3125 Traditional and Modern Turkish Arts Fall 3 0 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: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İPEK TORUN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course aims to investigate traditional Turkish arts within a perspective of contemporary Western art and design, to explore the influences of traditional arts modern artists, in comparison with Eastern Asia, Middle East and Africa.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I.Students will be able to distinguish the forms in traditional Turkish arts.
a.Tezhip
b.Ebru (marble painting)
c.Hat (caligraphy)
d. Wood and glass work in architecture
e.Ceramics
f.Weawing and carpets
g.Pottery
h.Local handcrafts
II.Students will explore the modern artists inspired by traditional Turkish arts.
III.Students will identify the use of traditional forms and styles in other cultures.
a.Traditional elements in Japanese and Eastern Asian arts
b.Traditional elements in art of Middle Eastern countries.
c. Traditional elements in African arts

Course Content

Course is structured as two periods. At the first period, students are informed on traditional forms of Turkish art. Second period focuses on the use of traditional motives, materials, techniques or style in modern artwork and design artifacts.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Tezhip; History, classic examples and modern works
2) Hat (caligraphy); History, classic examples and modern works
3) Wood and glasswork; classic examples and modern works
4) Ceramic tiling and ceramic pottery; History, classic examples and modern works
5) Field trip to Blue Mosque for project I
6) Ebrû (Marble Painting) ; History, classic examples and modern works
7) Local traditional arts
8) Field trip to Museum of Turkish & Islamic Arts for Project I Assignment: Project I; develop a concept for an original artwork and create an artifact involving motives or forms from traditional on Turkish Arts.
9) Exploring traditional motives in contemporay art of Eastern Asia
10) Exploring traditional motives in contemporay art of Middle East
11) Exploring traditional motives in contemporay art of Africa, and America
12) Project I presentations
13) Use of traditional Turkish motives, materials, techniques and style in modern art.
14) Use of traditional Turkish motives, materials, techniques and style in modern design.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 12 % 50
Field Work 2 % 20
Project 1 % 10
Final 1 % 20
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 70
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 30
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 10 30
Field Work 3 20
Study Hours Out of Class 13 37
Presentations / Seminar 1 3
Project 6 28
Final 1 4
Total Workload 122

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) Apply scientific methods or concepts in solving aviation-related problems 3
2) Analyze and interpret data 5
3) Work effectively on multi‐disciplinary and diverse teams 5
4) Make professional and ethical decisions 3
5) Communicate effectively, using both written and oral communication skills 4
6) Engage in and recognize the need for life‐long learning 5
7) Use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice 4
8) Assess the national and international aviation environment 3
9) Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving contemporary problems in the field of aviation 3
10) Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues 3