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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 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
ARC1023 Introduction to Architectural Culture 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 : Prof. Dr. SEMA ESEN SOYGENİŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BERNA YAYLALI
Prof. Dr. SEMA ESEN SOYGENİŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The objective is to develop an understanding of architectural culture; principles of architectural design, construction, materials and context. The emphasis is on space, form, technology and materials characterized by particular ways of thinking, embedded in human culture.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students who have succeeded in this course;

-Ability to read, write, speak and listen effectively
-Understanding of the diverse needs, values, behavioural norms, physical abilities, and social and spatial patterns that characterize different cultures and individuals and the implication of this diversity on the societal roles and responsibilities of architects.
-Understanding of the architect’s responsibility to work in the public interest, to respect historic resources, and to improve the quality of life for local and global neighbours.
-Understanding of the relationship between human behaviour, the natural environment and the design of the built environment.

Course Content

This course discusses architecture and architectural culture in the context of principles of architecture.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction / Scope of the Course
2) Discussion: What is Architecture?
3) History and Theory of Architecture Architecture as a Profession / Means of Communication
4) Architecture/Space/Structure/Enclosure
5) Architecture/Geometry
6) Space / Form and Order
7) Aesthetics/Proportion and Scale in Architecture
8) Mid-Term Exam
9) Space and Light
10) Architecture and Function
11) Architecture and Movement /Circulation / Promenade
12) Architecture Structure / Materials
13) Architecture/Context
14) Discussion

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: NA
References: -Arnhime R., Dynamics of Architectural Form, Berkeley, 1977
-Baker G.H., Design Strategies in Architecture.An Analysis of Form,VNR, New York, 1996
-Burden E., Elements of Architectural Design: A Visual Resource, VNR, New York, 1995
-Ching F., Architecture: Form Space and Order, VNR, New York, 1996
-Ching F., Interior Design, VNR, NY, 1987.
-Clark R., Presidents in Architecture, VNR,NY, 1985.
-Conway H., Understanding Architecture, Routledge, London, 1994.
-Giedion S., Space, Time and Architecture, Harvard U Press, 1982.
-Farrelly, L., The Fundamentals of Architecture, Academia, Singapore, 2007
-Farrelly, L. (Construction +Materiality/AVA Publishing) Yapım + Malzeme, Literatür, İstanbul,2012
-Kuban D., Mimarlık Kavramları, Yem Yayın, 4. Baskı, İstanbul, 1992.
-Palmer J., Dodson M., Design and Aesthetics, Routledge, NY, 1996
-Rasmussen, S.E., Experiencing Architecture, The MIT Press,Cambridge, 1982.
-Rapoport, A., House Form and Culture,Prentice Hall NJ, 1969
-Rudofsky, B., The Prodigious Builders, HBJ,USA, 1977
-Smithies K.W., Principles of Design in Architecture, VNR, New York, 1981
-Soygeniş, S., Mimarlık- Düşünmek, Düşlemek, Yapı Yayın, İstanbul, 2006
-Soygeniş,S.,M., İstanbul-An Urban Commentary, Birsen Yayın, Istanbul, 2006
-Unwin S., Analysing Architecture, Routledge, New York, 1997

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 0
Application 5 % 10
Homework Assignments 5 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
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 12 2 24
Study Hours Out of Class 7 9 63
Homework Assignments 5 2 10
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 101

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) Have sufficient background in mathematics, science and artificial intelligence engineering.
2) Use theoretical and applied knowledge in the fields of mathematics, science and artificial intelligence engineering together for engineering solutions.
3) Identify, define, formulate and solve engineering problems, select and apply appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques for this purpose.
4) Analyse a system, system component or process and design it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; apply modern design methods in this direction.
5) Select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications.
6) Design and conduct experiments, collect data, and analyse and interpret results.
7) Work effectively both as an individual and as a multi-disciplinary team member.
8) Access information via conducting literature research, using databases and other resources
9) Follow the developments in science and technology and constantly update themself with an awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.
10) Use information and communication technologies together with computer software with at least the European Computer License Advanced Level required by their field.
11) Communicate effectively, both verbal and written; know a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.
12) Have an awareness of the universal and social impacts of engineering solutions and applications; know about entrepreneurship and innovation; and have an awareness of the problems of the age.
13) Have a sense of professional and ethical responsibility.
14) Have an awareness of project management, workplace practices, employee health, environment and work safety; know the legal consequences of engineering practices.