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
GEP0121 Introduction to Theatre Spring 3 0 3 4
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Instructor SERKAN ÜSTÜNER
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor SERKAN ÜSTÜNER
Assoc. Prof. ELİF BAŞ
Course Objectives: This course is a general survey of theater including the exploration of dramatic literature, theory, criticism, and “theatre history” from the begining to the present. Course is designed to provide an overview of theatrical elements, tools, and applications. Goal is to encourage students’ understanding and enjoyment of theater and to increase students' appreciation, and critical perceptions of the theatrical event. Attendance at plays required

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1- To define and identify the different periods of theatre history, dramatic theories and dramatic literature.
2-To able to to develop an appreciation for theatre as an art form and a reflection of society.
3-To understand and analyze the relationship between culture and
theatre.

4- To identify , define and compare different major theatre genres, styles and
different forms of drama.

5- To describe the functions of the various theatre personnel such as director, dramaturg, actor and adaptors etc..

6- To identify and use theatre terminology to describe such terms as tragedy,
comedy, foyer,tirade, farce, voice, movement, style, and plot.

7- To able to define, interpret and criticize contemporary theatre by comparing with different forms from history.

8- To learn and identify a process of analyzing theatre to become a more
critical audience member

Course Content

History of theatre from the begining to present, Art of Drama, Theatre Terminology, Different theatre genres, Curical playwrights, directors, actors and plays and theatre theorists. See plays and Evaluation

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the Course Try to define, describe what is theatre
2) Begining of the Theatre Roots of theatre , BC 500.
3) Ancient Civilizations and Theatre Ancient Egypt, Anatolian Civilizations and effects of pragmatism on theatre
4) Ancient Greek Theatre Life in Athens, Dionysos Carnival and theatre competitions in Athens. Thespis.
5) Poetika by Aristotales / Comedy and Tragedy Define ancient comedia and tragedia according to Aristo’s Poetika. Euruipides, Aiskhulos, Sofokles and Aristophanes.
6) Rome Theatre Life, Colosseum/Gladiators and theare in Rome. Terentius and Plautus.
7) Theatre Terminology and Function of director, actor and adaptor; Medieval Theatre Define terms of theatre and understand how directors , actors make live theatre from raw material.How religion and theatre effects each other in that age about 1000 years? Morality plays. Everyman.
8) Midterm Week
9) Renaissance and Theatre Renaissance in Spain, France and Italy-Commedia Dell’arte
10) Queen Elizabeth and Theatre Literature and art in 16th centruy and William Shakespeare
11) Art Movements /Bertolt Brecht and Epic Theatre Classic , naturalist, romantic, expressionist, symbolist theatre. Brect’s Epic Theatre and his plays.
12) Stanislavski, Chekov ve Moscow Art Theatre Stanislavski’s theatre method and his works with Anthon Chekov. Chekov’s plays.
13) Contemporary Theatre 1 General view to modern playwright, plays in Europe
14) Contemporary Theatre 2

Sources

Course Notes:
References: Dünya Tiyatro Tarihi 1- 2 / Özdemir Nutku Tiyatro Tarihi /Memet Fuat Antik Yunan Tragedyaları / Sofokles, Eurupides Poetika / Aristotales Bütün Oyunları / Shakespeare, Brecht, Çehov Dram Sanatı / Özdemir Nutku Dünden Bugüne Tiyatro Düşüncesi / Sevda Şener

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 5
Laboratory % 0
Application 3 % 5
Field Work % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) % 0
Quizzes % 0
Homework Assignments 2 % 10
Presentation % 0
Project % 0
Seminar % 0
Midterms 1 % 30
Preliminary Jury % 0
Final 1 % 50
Paper Submission % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
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 13 3 39
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application 3 5 15
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 0 0 0
Field Work 0 0 0
Study Hours Out of Class 10 3 30
Presentations / Seminar 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Homework Assignments 2 5 10
Quizzes 0 0 0
Preliminary Jury 0 0 0
Midterms 1 2 2
Paper Submission 0 0 0
Jury 0 0 0
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 98

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.