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
POV3435	Black and White Darkroom	Spring Fall	2	2	3	5

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 :	RA DENİZ DENİZEL
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	This course aims at an introduction to darkroom equipment and material.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Develop a personal style in photography.
2. Produce archival B&W prints.
3. Manage skilfully the equipments and materials.
4. Recognize different types of film and paper.
5. Practice advanced printing techniques.

Course Content

It focuses on the use of different film materials, film processing techniques and archival B&W processing and printing techniques.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to photography and basic principles.
2)	Introduction to darkroom, equipment, materials.	Working on the assignments.
3)	Types of photographic film, basic film processing principles. Assignment I: Film processing.	Working on the assignments.
4)	Printing techniques.	Working on the assignments.
5)	Types of papers, paper development principles.	Working on the assignments.
6)	Contrast in print, expressing one's own style. Assignment II: 5 prints.	Working on the assignments.
7)	Safelight test.	Working on the assignments.
8)	The relationship of film processing to film density.	Working on the assignments.
9)	Characteristics of black & white print and examples from pioneer photographers. Assignment III: 5 prints.	Working on the assignments.
10)	Exposing films according to subject matter and printing technique.	Working on the assignments.
11)	Keeping prints and films safe, and preparing a portfolio.	Working on the assignments.
12)	Light-meters and light metering techniques. Assignment IV: 5 prints on a given subject.	Working on the assignments.
13)	Applying contrast filters, and using variable contrast values on a same print I.	Working on the assignments.
14)	Applying contrast filters, and using variable contrast values on a same print II.	Working on the assignments.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Will be given weekly.
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	10	% 10
Homework Assignments	4	% 40
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	4	56
Study Hours Out of Class	13	3	39
Homework Assignments	4	7	28
Final	1	1	1
Total Workload			124

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.
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.
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.