POV3436 Advanced Black and White DarkroomBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
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
POV3436 Advanced Black and White Darkroom Spring 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 : Instructor DELIZIA FLACCAVENTO
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course aims to familiarize the students with the details of the black and white darkroom processing and assist them to excel in advanced printing techniques.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Gain control over advanced darkroom materials.
2. Demonstrate expertise in advanced printing techniques.
3. Be able to organize and control every step of B&W printing.
4. Master different darkroom variables which effect final result.
5. Improve portfolio preparing skills.

Course Content

In this course students will learn how to print on fiber-based papers with advanced printing processes.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Exploration of the variables in film processing.
2) The techniques of film processing based on the topic contrast. Working on the assignments.
3) The properties of fiber-base paper in film processing. Assignment I: Shooting and printing on a free topic. Working on the assignments.
4) Printing with fiber-base paper. Working on the assignments.
5) Applications of variable partial printing. Assignment II: 5 processed prints from a photograph of another photograph. Working on the assignments.
6) Application of Safelight Test Working on the assignments.
7) Application of Split Printing I Working on the assignments.
8) Application of Split Printing II Working on the assignments.
9) Methods of drying and pressing fiber-base paper. Working on the assignments.
10) Methods of taking notes- print log and methods of ordering forms Working on the assignments.
11) Archiving prints and films. Preparing a portfolio. Working on the assignments.
12) Using variable contrast papers on same print-I. Assignment III: 5 prints on a given subject. Working on the assignments.
13) Using variable contrast papers on same print-II. Working on the assignments.
14) Evaluation of the prints produced throughout the semester Working on the assignments.
14) Evaluation of the prints produced throughout the semester Working on the assignments.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lecture notes will be provided by the teacher.
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 25
Homework Assignments 3 % 25
Project 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
Project 1 15 15
Homework Assignments 3 8 24
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 135

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.