ARCHITECTURE (TURKISH, NON-THESIS)
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
IMT5437	Acoustical Design	Spring	3	0	3	12

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	Turkish
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YİĞİT YILMAZ
Recommended Optional Program Components:	none
Course Objectives:	The goal of the course is to give the necessary knowledge about acoustics for providing the optimum acoustic conditions in interior space. The students understand the concept and basic terms of architectural acoustics, and will be able to apply the knowledge gained in the course to the interior design projects.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Analyzes and evaluates room acoustics, sound absorbers and their application in interior design, sound insulation and the design principles applicable in interior design projects.

Course Content

1.Introduction to acoustics
2.Properties of Sound
3.Behaviour of sound in enclosed spaces - Room acoustics
4.Design for acoustics- General Requirements For Auditorium Design
5.Sound insulation
6.Noise Control
7.Mechanical vibration and structure borne sound
8.Design for acoustics- Design of Rooms For Music
9.Sound reflection and absorption
10.Sound absorbers and their application in interior design
11.Design for acoustics- Design of Rooms For Mix Acoustic Requirements
15. Mimari akustik ile ilgili stüdyo çalışması
Studio work about architectural acoustics
16. Final Sınavı

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to acustics	Subject will be read from the related sources.
2)	Properties of Sound	Subject will be read from the related sources.
3)	Behaviour of sound in enclosed spaces - Room acoustics	Subject will be read from the related sources.
4)	Design for acoustics- General Requirements For Auditorium Design	Subject will be read from the related sources.
5)	Studio work about architectural acoustics	Subject will be read from the related sources.
6)	Sound insulation	Subject will be read from the related sources.
7)	Midterm	Reviewing previous classes.
8)	Noise Control	Subject will be read from the related sources.
9)	Mechanical vibration and structure born sound	Subject will be read from the related sources.
10)	Design for acoustics- Design of Rooms For Music	Subject will be read from the related sources.
11)	Studio work about architectural acoustics	Subject will be read from the related sources.
12)	Sound reflection and absorption	Subject will be read from the related sources.
13)	Sound absorbers and their application in interior design	Subject will be read from the related sources.
14)	Design for acoustics- Design of Rooms For Mix Acoustic Requirements	Subject will be read from the related sources.
15)	Studio work about architectural acoustics	Subject will be read from the related sources.
16)	Final Exam	Reviewing previous classes.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Powerpoint presentation notes Powerpoint sunum ders notları
References:	ARCHITECTURAL ACOUSTICS / PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE William J. Cavanaugh, Joseph A. Wilkes 1999 0471306827 ACOUSTICS AND SOUND INSULATION/DETAIL PRACTICE Eckard Mommertz 2009 3764399538

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	16	% 5
Homework Assignments	3	% 30
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	16	2	32
Study Hours Out of Class	16	7	112
Homework Assignments	7	6	42
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			188

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)	1
2)	2
3)	3.
4)	4
5)	5
6)	6
7)	7
8)	8
9)	9