ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN (ENGLISH, PHD)
PhD TR-NQF-HE: Level 8 QF-EHEA: Third Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 8

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ARC5434 Urban Issues in Architecture Spring 3 0 3 12
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. NESLİHAN AYDIN YÖNET
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. EMİNE ÜMRAN TOPÇU
Assist. Prof. MAAN CHIBILI
Course Objectives: Urban concerns in architecture can be summarized as the evolution of urban space consciousness. This evolution might be considered an interplay between conscious urban design and architecture that wants to manifest itself within the city's dynamic and mostly chaotic development.

This course studies modern town planning and discusses planning strategies and their problems in the scope of current urban issues. It aims to acquaint the students with the historical roots of contemporary town planning and urban design. Besides, the course aims to introduce the students to planning and design strategies and their problems and engage them in the discussion of current planning and design issues in light of our current understanding of the city.

Through lectures, case studies, and research papers, students are expected to better understand urban theories and implementation. The course also asks the students to consider the selected topics in a questioning approach within the continuum of urban space evolution.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
• Acquire an awareness of the evolution of the urban space consciousness and the urban socio-economic situation beginning from the 19th century to the recent era.
• Develop ways of understanding and discussing the evolution of urban areas.
• Apply critical thinking methods, evaluate the phenomena, and analyze the various aspects of the contemporary development of cities.
• Use of various media for analyzing the urban concerns concerning the philosophical perspective of related time spirit.
• Foster the conceptual/theoretical and practical knowledge gained at the undergraduate level to a higher proficiency level.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research, develop new approaches, and produce knowledge at a proficiency level in urban-related disciplines.

Course Content

This course examines contemporary urban planning issues with a focus on the transformation of urban space. In this context, it discusses contemporary urban planning and design theories and practices through the historical and social development and transformation of urban space. The main themes covered in the course include urban issues, urban dynamics, urban space's meaning, contemporary planning and design approaches and strategies, case studies, and urban analyses.

Teaching Methods and Techniques Used in the Course:
Lecture, Individual Study, Differentiation, Observation, Group Work, Guest Speaker/Expert Invitation, Reading, Case Study, Discussion, Problem Solving, and Other.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction
2) Urban Issues
3) History of Urban Planning
4) Special Issue: Global City
5) Special Issue: Smart City
6) Special Issue: Public Space / Gated Communities
7) Midterm (Submission and Presentation)
8) Special Issue: Rural Development
9) Poster Presentation
10) Special Issue: Sustainability / Natural Disasters
11) Student Presentations
12) Student Presentations
13) Student Presentations
14) Final Remarks

Sources

Course Notes: • Lynch, K. (1960). The Image of the City, MIT Press. • Jacobs, J. (1993). The Death and Life of Great American Cities, Modern Library. • Blakely, E. J. and Snyder, M. G. (1997). Fortress America: Gated Communities in the United States, Brookings Institution Press. • Keyder, Ç., (Ed.) (1999). Istanbul: Between the Global and the Local, Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. • Gehl, J. (2010). Cities for People, Island Press. • Bartke, S. and Kabisch, S. (Eds.) (2023). Urban-Rural-Partnerships: Sustainable and Resilient, MDPI.
References: • Lynch, K. (1960). The Image of the City, MIT Press. • Jacobs, J. (1993). The Death and Life of Great American Cities, Modern Library. • Blakely, E. J. and Snyder, M. G. (1997). Fortress America: Gated Communities in the United States, Brookings Institution Press. • Keyder, Ç., (Ed.) (1999). Istanbul: Between the Global and the Local, Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. • Gehl, J. (2010). Cities for People, Island Press. • Bartke, S. and Kabisch, S. (Eds.) (2023). Urban-Rural-Partnerships: Sustainable and Resilient, MDPI.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Laboratory % 0
Application % 0
Field Work % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) % 0
Quizzes % 0
Homework Assignments % 0
Presentation 3 % 30
Project % 0
Seminar % 0
Midterms 1 % 20
Preliminary Jury % 0
Final 1 % 40
Paper Submission % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 14 238
Presentations / Seminar 3 9
Project
Homework Assignments
Quizzes
Preliminary Jury
Midterms 1 3
Paper Submission 1 3
Jury
Final 1 3
Total Workload 298

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) Based on master's qualifications, develops and deepens current and advanced knowledge in their field through original thought and research at an expert level. Grasps the latest developments in the research area and reaches innovative definitions. Analyzes, evaluates, and synthesizes complex ideas with a critical and dialectical approach. Adheres to ethical principles in research and publication.
2) Understands interdisciplinary interaction and analyzes and evaluates complex ideas to reach original conclusions. Knows the latest developments in related fields and the interdisciplinary strategies used.
3) Identifies problems in research and innovation, solves significant issues, and possesses advanced skills and techniques to expand knowledge. Evaluates new information, develops new ideas, methods, designs, or applications, and adapts them to different fields. Has advanced skills in using research methods.
4) Masters in research strategies and techniques, conducts pioneering academic work dialectically, and contributes to academic dialogue. Possesses the ability to critically analyze, synthesize, and evaluate new and complex ideas.
5) Communicates effectively with experts, peers, the broader research community, and the general public, demonstrating proficiency in their field of expertise and defending original viewpoints.
6) Communicates and discusses orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language a
7) Develops new ideas and methods related to their field using creative and critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making processes, contributing to technological, social, and cultural progress.
8) Promotes scientific, technological, social, or cultural advancements in their field, contributing to the process of their society becoming a knowledge society and adding to the knowledge in this area through original research.
9) Uses strategic decision-making processes in the face of complex problems related to their field, demonstrating functional interaction and operational interaction experience. Establishes, designs, and implements the research process with academic integrity.
10) Contributes to solving social, scientific, cultural, and ethical problems related to their field and supports the development of these values. Is effective in solving societal issues and makes strategic decisions on these matters.
11) Publishes at least one scientific article related to their field in national or international peer-reviewed journals, or presents at national or international academic events.
12) Demonstrates competence and innovation in developing new ideas and processes; makes independent decisions and shows leadership in problem-solving.