ARCHITECTURE
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
ARC2945	Digital Presentation Techniques	Fall	1	2	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:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assoc. Prof. SALİH CEYLAN
Course Lecturer(s):	Assoc. Prof. SALİH CEYLAN Assoc. Prof. AYŞE İREM KIRIŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components:	visit to the VR lab at BAU faculty of communication
Course Objectives:	The aim of the course is to help the students prepare for the contemporary needs of the profession in terms of digital technologies and to provide them a framework for the future of architecture.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who have succeeded in this course will be able to;

- Use appropriate representational media, such as traditional graphic and digital technology skills, to convey essential formal elements at each stage of the programming and design process;
- Develop 3 dimensional presentation skills;
- Facilitate the use of the computer in design process;
- Deploy the 3d modelling systems effectively as a drafting and presentation tool.

Course Content

Effective presentation is an important component in an architect’s spectrum of abilities and skills. From research and analysis phases to concept and final production, appropriate technique of communication is the key to express the ideas behind an architect’s work in every stage of design. This course introduces students to the practical conceptual and technical skills required to create effective and compelling presentations using different software. Instead of concentrating on a particular software, this course familiarizes students with a wide range of 2D-3D drawing, animation and presentation programs to provide an extensive perspective about digital presentation techniques.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction - The history of representation in architecture and computer aided design
2)	The history of digital technologies in architecture
3)	Poster presentations and 2d representation: Illustrator
4)	Poster presentation and 2d drafting: Illustrator
5)	3d modelling and rendering: 3ds Max
6)	3d modelling and rendering: 3ds Max
7)	3d modelling and printing: Fusion360
8)	3d modelling and printing: Fusion360
9)	Advanced modelling, non uniform curves and surfaces: Rhinoceros
10)	Advanced modelling, 3d objects and their transformation: Rhinoceros
11)	Advanced modelling, lighting, materials and rendering: Rhinoceros
12)	Seminar by guest lecturer: Allplan and Lumion
13)	Creating animations: Lumion
14)	Visit to VR Laboratory @BAU Galata Campus
15)

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Ders notları gerekli olması durumunda sağlanacaktır. / Lecture notes will be provided when necessary.
References:	-

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 10
Application	10	% 30
Midterms	1	% 20
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	3	39
Study Hours Out of Class	12	5	60
Midterms	1	3	3
Total Workload			102

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)	Using the theoretical/conceptual and practical knowledge acquired for architectural design, design activities and research.	3
2)	Identifying, defining and effectively discussing aesthetic, functional and structural requirements for solving design problems using critical thinking methods.
3)	Being aware of the diversity of social patterns and user needs, values and behavioral norms, which are important inputs in the formation of the built environment, at local, regional, national and international scales.
4)	Gaining knowledge and skills about architectural design methods that are focused on people and society, sensitive to natural and built environment in the field of architecture.
5)	Gaining skills to understand the relationship between architecture and other disciplines, to be able to cooperate, to develop comprehensive projects; to take responsibility in independent studies and group work.
6)	Giving importance to the protection of natural and cultural values in the design of the built environment by being aware of the responsibilities in terms of human rights and social interests.
7)	Giving importance to sustainability in the solution of design problems and the use of natural and artificial resources by considering the social, cultural and environmental issues of architecture.
8)	Being able to convey and communicate all kinds of conceptual and practical thoughts related to the field of architecture by using written, verbal and visual media and information technologies.	5
9)	Gaining the ability to understand and use technical information about building technology such as structural systems, building materials, building service systems, construction systems, life safety.
10)	Being aware of legal and ethical responsibilities in design and application processes.