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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
POV4114 Photography and Video Seminar 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 : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TOLGA HEPDİNÇLER
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to motivate the students to establish a dialogue with the works and the selves of important photographers, and enable them to establish their own language in light of these dialogues.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Become competent on short-term projects.
2. Be able to think analytically on a specific topic.
3. Explore alternative perpectives.
4. Criticize and defend art works.
5. Develop skills in self-expression.

Course Content

In this course, students will be studying works of notable photographers and expected to work on projects within the concept of the artists who will be visiting the class.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction and explanation of course requirements. Review of current portfolios.
2) Research on artists' web pages and books, as well as on portfolio techniques. Working on the assignments.
3) Discussion on the best portfolios analysing their strengths. Planning requirements: materials, budget and expenses. Working on the assignments.
4) Start organizing a portfolio. Writing a CV for an artist. Selecting pieces. Working on the assignments.
5) Working on a portfolio. Working on existing elements. Creating new elements. Working on the assignments.
6) Working on a portfolio. Writing a statement and editing elements. Working on the assignments.
7) Presentation (I) Preparation for presentation
8) Working on portfolio. Design a website. Design a personal business card. Working on the assignments.
9) Finalize the design of the personal website. Design a web blog. Working on the assignments.
10) Finalize e-portfolio. 5 minutes presentation (II) Preparation for presentation
11) Writing a cover letter. Research options for a printed portfolio. Working on the assignments.
12) Design a printed portfolio. Field search on printing options and expenses. Working on the assignments.
13) Design a printed portfolio-II Working on the assignments.
14) Finalize portfolio. Presentation (III) with output simulation. Preparation for Final Presentation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Websites, books and lecture notes of visiting artists will be provided according to the list of participants and academic calendar.
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Presentation 2 % 50
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 4 52
Presentations / Seminar 2 9 18
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 127

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) Being able to identify problems and ask right questions
2) Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude
3) Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail
4) Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education
5) Applying theoretical concepts in project planning
6) Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork
7) Increasing efficiency rate in business environment
8) Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty
9) Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business
10) Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding
11) Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology
12) Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life
13) Possessing managing skills and competence
14) Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations
15) Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment