POV3436 Advanced Black and White DarkroomBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs ARCHITECTUREGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
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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) 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.