ARC2027 History and Theory of Architecture IIBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs PSYCHOLOGYGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
PSYCHOLOGY
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
ARC2027 History and Theory of Architecture II Fall 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): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BERNA YAYLALI
Instructor ASLI VARON
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SUNA ÇAĞAPTAY
Course Objectives: This course aims to examine the character and context of the built environment and the key works in architecture from the middle ages to the contemporary period and show how architectural works are embedded in their physical and social contexts. In this respect it includes the introduction of history of the architectural and urban environment—its form, function, and representation—addressing cultural/economic/natural factors, settlement patterns, structure, design, planning, and theories of architectural and urban forms.

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.
- 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

This course aims to examine the character and context of the built environment and the key works in architecture from the middle ages to the contemporary period and show how architectural works are embedded in their physical and social contexts. In this respect it includes the introduction of history of the urban environment—its form, function, and representation—addressing cultural/economic/natural factors, settlement patterns, structure, design, planning, and theories of urban forms.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction
2) The Romanesque Architecture
3) Gothic Architecture
4) The Renaissance
5) High Renaissance and Manierism
6) Classical Ottoman Architecture and Ottoman Gardens
7) Popes and Cardinals as Planers and Italian Gardens
8) Mid-term; Palladio and Sinan
9) Baroque in Italy
10) Baroque and Late Baroque
11) Revivalism and Neoclassicism
12) Neo Gothic, Beaux Art and Eclecticism
13) The Age of The Machines
14) Wrapping up

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References: Michael Fazio, Marian Moffett, Lawrence Wodehouse, A World of History of Architecture (Lawrence King Publishing, 2009).
Spiro Kostof, A History of Architecture: Settings and Rituals (New York: Oxford University Press, 1995). 2nd. Edition (NA 200/. K65 1995).
Marvin Trachtenberg and Isabelle Hyman, Architecture from Prehistory to Post-Modernism. 2nd edition. (New York: Harry N. Abrams, 2002).
Ian Sutton, Western Architecture (Thames & Hudson world of art, 2001).
Francis D.K. Ching, Mark M. Jarzombek, Vikramaditya Prakash, A Global History of Architecture (John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2007).
Francesca Prina, The Story of Gothic Architecture (Prestel, 2009).
Alexander Markschies, Icons of Renaissance (Prestel, 2003).

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 5
Midterms 1 % 35
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 2 26
Study Hours Out of Class 14 5 70
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 100

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) To develop an interest in the human mind and behavior, to be able to evaluate theories using empirical findings, to understand that psychology is an evidence-based science by acquiring critical thinking skills.
2) To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on human behavior. To understand the biological, psychological, and social variables of behavior.
3) To learn the basic concepts in psychology and the theoretical and practical approaches used to study them (e.g. basic observation and interview techniques).
4) To acquire the methods and skills to access and write information using English as the dominant language in the psychological literature, to recognize and apply scientific research and data evaluation techniques (e.g. correlational, experimental, cross-sectional and longitudinal studies, case studies).
5) To be against discrimination and prejudice; to have ethical concerns while working in research and practice areas.
6) To recognize the main subfields of psychology (experimental, developmental, clinical, cognitive, social and industrial/organizational psychology) and their related fields of study and specialization.
7) To acquire the skills necessary for analyzing, interpreting and presenting the findings as well as problem posing, hypothesizing and data collection, which are the basic elements of scientific studies.
8) To gain the basic knowledge and skills necessary for psychological assessment and evaluation.
9) To acquire basic knowledge of other disciplines (medicine, genetics, biology, economics, sociology, political science, communication, philosophy, anthropology, literature, law, art, etc.) that will contribute to psychology and to use this knowledge in the understanding and interpretation of psychological processes.
10) To develop sensitivity towards social problems; to take responsibility in activities that benefit the field of psychology and society.
11) To have problem solving skills and to be able to develop the necessary analytical approaches for this.
12) To be able to criticize any subject in business and academic life and to be able to express their thoughts.