POV3436 Advanced Black and White DarkroomBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 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) Have sufficient background in mathematics, science and artificial intelligence engineering.
2) Use theoretical and applied knowledge in the fields of mathematics, science and artificial intelligence engineering together for engineering solutions.
3) Identify, define, formulate and solve engineering problems, select and apply appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques for this purpose.
4) Analyse a system, system component or process and design it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; apply modern design methods in this direction.
5) Select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications.
6) Design and conduct experiments, collect data, and analyse and interpret results.
7) Work effectively both as an individual and as a multi-disciplinary team member.
8) Access information via conducting literature research, using databases and other resources
9) Follow the developments in science and technology and constantly update themself with an awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.
10) Use information and communication technologies together with computer software with at least the European Computer License Advanced Level required by their field.
11) Communicate effectively, both verbal and written; know a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.
12) Have an awareness of the universal and social impacts of engineering solutions and applications; know about entrepreneurship and innovation; and have an awareness of the problems of the age.
13) Have a sense of professional and ethical responsibility.
14) Have an awareness of project management, workplace practices, employee health, environment and work safety; know the legal consequences of engineering practices.