TEXTILE AND FASHION DESIGN
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
POV4115	Contemporary Video Practices	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 :	Assoc. Prof. TOLGA HEPDİNÇLER
Course Lecturer(s):	Assoc. Prof. TOLGA HEPDİNÇLER
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	This course aims at providing the students with an in depth review, study and practice in Video-Art production. Students will receive information about the historical evolution and contemporary practices of Video-Art movement.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Analyze Video Art practices, artists and methodologies.
2. Develop and expand an individualized approach to art making,
3. Show dexterity on technical issues of video making.
4. Categorize and compare the current topics on Video Art production
5. Distinguish narrative possiblities of Video-Art fron the other forms of visual narratives.
6. Produce Video-Art works within the concepts and contexts in former and current issues of the form.

Course Content

Early and new methods of video-production will be exemplified and discussed. Effect of digital media on Video-Art forms will be identified. Students will be expected create works on given topics and contexts.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Mainstream Issues in Video Production
2)	Effects of Technology and change in video media.	Weekly readings will be assigned.
3)	Issues of Video-Art I: Body (Femininity)	Weekly readings will be assigned.
4)	Issues of Video-Art II: Body (Masculinity, Homosexuality)	Weekly readings will be assigned.
5)	Issues of Video-Art III: Identity (Class. Ethnicity. Race)	Assignmet 1
6)	Review for midterm exam	Weekly readings will be assigned.
7)	Issues of Video Art IV: Self (Amateurism, Video Confession)	Assignmet 2
8)	Video Art on Television	Weekly readings will be assigned.
9)	Video Art on Digital Age and Interactivity	Weekly readings will be assigned.
10)	Issues of Video Art: Reconstruction of the past (Found Footages, Appropriation and their ethical issues)	Assignment 3
11)	Video out of Screen: Video Intallations and Video Sculpture	Weekly readings will be assigned.
12)	Ideas for Final Projects	Weekly readings will be assigned.
13)	Preparation for Final Projects	Working on the final project.
14)	Assessment for final projects	Working on the final project.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	1. Elwes, C. (2005). Video art a guided tour. London New York London New York: I.B. Tauris In Association with University of the Arts In the United States of America and in Canada distributed by Palgrave Macmillan. 2. Fifer, S. & Hall, D. (1990). Illuminating video : an essential guide to video art. New York, N.Y: Aperture in association with the Bay Area Video Coalition.
References:	1. Rees, A. (1999). A history of experimental film and video : from canonical avant-garde to contemporary British practice. London: BFI Publishing. 2. Renov, M. & Suderburg, E. (1996). Resolutions : contemporary video practices. Minneapolis, Minn: University of Minnesota Press.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	3	% 45
Midterms	1	% 15
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	4	56
Study Hours Out of Class	13	5	65
Presentations / Seminar	1	1	1
Homework Assignments	2	4	8
Midterms	1	1	1
Final	1	1	1
Total Workload			132

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)	Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework.
2)	Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results.
3)	Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose.
4)	Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments.
5)	Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process.
6)	Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment.
7)	Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes.
8)	Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices.
9)	Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence.
10)	Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations.
11)	Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design.
12)	Reflects his knowledge on current and contemporary issues from all fields to his professional theoretical and practical studies on textile and clothing design; Understands the social and universal effects of these issues.
13)	Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values.