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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS 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
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) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and electric-electronic engineering subjects; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues, according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for electrical-electronic engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.