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Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
GEP0802 | Aesthetic and Philosophy | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | GE-Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. SERKAN ŞİMŞEK |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | The aim of this course is to conduct studies in the field of aesthetics and to provide a historical overview of general art concepts from the perspective of art criticism. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; Students who successfully complete this course will, 1. discuss philosophical perspectives on Beauty and Art. 2. acquire mastery of terminology related to Aesthetics and Art. 3. learn fundamental philosophical concepts that clarify the phenomena of Beauty and Art. 4. study and articulate prominent aesthetic views within the history of philosophy. 5. recognize the opportunities provided by examining art through a philosophical view. 6. understand ways to address differences between various views on art. 7. comprehend contemporary debates concerning art and artworks. |
The course have topics such as the objective existence of artworks and the subjective perception of art, beauty and infinity, art and nature, issues of meaning and interpretation in art disciplines, and art as a goal to be achieved. In addition to examining the thoughts of philosophers such as Platon, Aristoteles, Kant, and Hegel on art and beauty, the paradigms of contemporary aesthetics will be discussed through the practice of critically analyzing artworks. Teaching methods and techniques used in the course are: lecture, reading, individual work, discussion. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction | |
2) | Contemporary Art Aesthetics and Criticism | Exhibition Discussions |
3) | Contemporary Art Aesthetics and Criticism | Exhibition Discussions |
4) | Subjectivist and Objectivist Approaches in Art Criticism | Course notes |
5) | Normative Epistemology in Art History | Course notes |
6) | Speculative Epistemology in Art History | Course notes |
7) | Heteronomy and Autonomy in Aesthetics | Course notes |
8) | Midterm Week | |
9) | Platon's Philosophy and Art | Course notes |
10) | The Development of Philosophy and Art Thought in Ancient Greece: Pythagoras and Heraclitus | Course notes |
11) | Aristotle's Philosophy and Art | Course notes |
12) | Aesthetics from Antiquity to the Modern Age: Aristoxenus and Baumgarten | Course notes |
13) | Kant's Philosophy and Art | Course notes |
14) | Hegel's Philosophy and Art | Course notes |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | None |
References: | Afşar Timuçin, Aesthetics, Bulut Publishing, 2008. Nejat Bozkurt, Theories of Art and Aesthetics, Asa Publishing, 2000. İoanna Kuçuradi, Looking at Art with Philosophy, Şiir-Tiyatro Publishing, Ankara, 1979. Hegel, Aesthetics: Lectures on Fine Art. Hegel, Science of Logic. Hegel, Phenomenology of Spirit. Kant, Critique of Pure Reason. Kant, Critique of Judgment. Aristotle, Poetics. Aristotle, Politics. Plato, Symposium. Plato, The Republic. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 20 |
Quizzes | 3 | % 30 |
Final | 1 | % 50 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 13 | 3 | 39 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 13 | 4 | 52 |
Quizzes | 3 | 10 | 30 |
Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Total Workload | 123 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and industrial engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | |
2) | Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
3) | Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. The ability to apply modern design methods to meet this objective. | |
4) | Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in industrial engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | |
5) | Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to industrial engineering. | |
6) | Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently. | |
7) | Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. Writing and understanding reports, preparing design and production reports, making effective presentations, giving and receiving clear and understandable instructions. | |
8) | Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself. | 4 |
9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behaving accordingly. Information about the standards used in engineering applications. | 3 |
10) | Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | 4 |
11) | Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of modern age engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | 4 |
12) | Develop effective and efficient managerial skills. |