MECHATRONICS 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
POV4114	Photography and Video Seminar	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)	Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Mechatronics Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2)	Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose.
3)	Design complex Mechatronic systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4)	Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5)	Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering.
6)	Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems.
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8)	Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9)	Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications.
10)	Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11)	Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechatronics Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.