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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
ARC1028 History and Theory of Architecture I 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 SUNA ÇAĞAPTAY
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor ASLI VARON
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÖKSUN AKYÜREK ALTÜRK
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SUNA ÇAĞAPTAY
Recommended Optional Program Components: Site and museum visits, in class and on-site lectures
Course Objectives: After dicussing the basic relationship between history and architecture, course aims to identify the formal, functional, spatial, technological and symbolic diversity of architecture, that is mainly a historical, social and cultural realm of production, starting from early ages till the 13th century.
Evaluate architectural products within a wide range of singular building to urban environment, in regard to their distinct and similar characteristics with a comparative perspective, which are produced in different cultural and historical contexts.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
 Understanding of parallel and divergent canons and traditions of architecture, landscape and urban design including examples of indigenous, vernacular, local, regional, national settings from the Eastern, Western, Northern, and Southern hemispheres in terms of their climatic, ecological, technological, socioeconomic, public health, and cultural factors.
 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.

Course Content

-Discussion of the relationship between architecture and history as a narrative.
-A general discussion on the architectural history belonging to various geographical and cultural contexts from early ages to the 13th century.
-With special emphasis on the Middle East and Turkey, presentation of monuments and urban environments, and their comparative evaluation together with parallel readings.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction: Why do we study architectural history? What is history? In what ways is it related to architecture? How do we record and evaluate them in a historical perspective?
2) 1st cities—Fertile Crescent, Sumer, India, Harappa, Jericho small settlements everywhere, the village as the human habitation Trachtenberg, Ch 1, pp: 76-84.
3) Of Kings and Pharaohs: Egypt Trachtenberg, Ch 1, pp: 62-76
4) The Greek City: Athens Trachtenberg, Ch 2, pp: 90-107.
5) The City Assembled: Hellenistic City Culture Trachtenberg, Ch 2, pp: 109-114.
6) The Roman City: From Republic to Empire Roman Empire: Asia Minor and Beyond Trachtenberg, Ch 3, pp:120-149.
7) MIDTERM
8) The Christian City: Early Byzantine City in Asia Minor, Italy and the Near East Trachtenberg, Ch 4, pp: 161-176.
9) Middle and Late Byzantine Architecture in Constantinople and the Provinces R. Ousterhout, ‘An Apologia for Byzantine Architecture,’ Gesta 35 (1996): 21-33.
11) Islamic Cities and Landscapes: Damascus, Baghdad D. Fairchild Ruggles, Islamic Gardens and Landscapes, Ch 1.
12) Islamic Cities and Landscapes: Cairo, Isfahan, Konya D. Fairchild Ruggles, Islamic Gardens and Landscapes, Ch 2.
13) Medieval Cities: the Romanesque Trachtenberg, Ch 5, pp: 185-190
14) Medieval Cities: the Gothic Trachtenberg, Ch 5, pp: 185-190; Ch 7, pp: 222-245.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

References: Marvin Trachtenberg and Isabelle Hyman, Architecture from Prehistory to Post-Modernism. 2nd edition. New York: Harry N. Abrams, 2002.
R. Ousterhout, ‘An Apologia for Byzantine Architecture,’ Gesta 35 (1996): 21-33.
D. Fairchild Ruggles, Islamic Gardens and Landscapes, Ch 1., University of Pennsylvania Press, 2008

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 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 13 2 26
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Homework Assignments 1 8 8
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 94

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) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and computer engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 2
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 3
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in computer engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or computer engineering research topics. 3
6) Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. 2
7) Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write active reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.