MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
INT4921 | Design Semiotics | Fall | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
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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 : | Assoc. Prof. SEZİN HATİCE TANRIÖVER |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Assoc. Prof. SEZİN HATİCE TANRIÖVER |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | This course aims to make students able to use knowledge of basic semiotics as a tool in designing process and as a method for the analysis and evaluations of the interior architectural projects. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Determining the parts constituting the structure of meaning II. Defining the relations between design and meaning III. Understanding of the basic components of Semiotics and by means of this, ability of analysing of products in various disciplines of design IV. Establishing spatial equivalences of the components of basic Semiotics V. Determining, interpreting and using of multi-leveled meanings in design. |
1.Introductıon ‘Design as Communication’ Movie and discussion 2.‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Sender-receiver 3.‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Massage – (signifier / sign / signified) (Movie:Limits of Control / Jim Jarmusch) 4.‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Code Movie and Discussion 5.‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Context 6.‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Channel Reading and Discussion 7‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Medium 8. Interpretations: ‘Design as Text’Concept 9. Interpretations: ‘Design as Text’Concept 10. Interpretations of Architectural SpaceConcept 11. Interpretations of Architectural Space Individual Researches and Presentations 12. Interpretations of Architectural Space Individual Researches and Presentations 13. Interpretations of Architectural Space Individual Researches and Presentations 14. Review |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introductıon ‘Design as Communication’ Movie and discussion | |
2) | ‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Sender-receiver | |
3) | ‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Massage – (signifier / sign / signified) (Movie:Limits of Control / Jim Jarmusch) | |
4) | ‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Code Movie and Discussion | |
5) | ‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Context | |
6) | ‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Channel Reading and Discussion | |
7) | ‘Design as Communication’ ‘Parts of Meaning Production: Medium | |
8) | Interpretations: ‘Design as Text’Concept | |
9) | Interpretations: ‘Design as Text’ Concept | |
10) | Interpretations of Architectural Space Concept | |
11) | Interpretations of Architectural Space Individual Researches and Presentations | |
12) | Interpretations of Architectural Space Individual Researches and Presentations | |
13) | Interpretations of Architectural Space Individual Researches and Presentations | |
14) | Review |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Chandler, Daniel. 2002. Semiotics: The Basics New York: Routledge / Barnard, Malcolm. 1996. Fashion as Communication. London: Routledge. |
References: | Chandler, Daniel. 2002. Semiotics: The Basics New York: Routledge / Barnard, Malcolm. 1996. Fashion as Communication. London: Routledge. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 5 |
Presentation | 1 | % 15 |
Project | 1 | % 15 |
Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 45 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 55 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 1 | 14 |
Presentations / Seminar | 2 | 4 | 8 |
Project | 3 | 4 | 12 |
Midterms | 1 | 12 | 12 |
Final | 1 | 12 | 12 |
Total Workload | 100 |
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 Mechatronics Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | |
2) | Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. | |
3) | Design complex Mechatronic systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
4) | Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | |
5) | Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering. | |
6) | Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems. | |
7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
8) | Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. | |
9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications. | |
10) | Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
11) | Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechatronics Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions. |