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Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
FLEXIBLE HOUSING-Spring Semester2+023
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseEnglish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorLect. Mert DURMAZ
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect. Mert DURMAZ
Assistant(s)-
AimTo make students gain the ability of exaamining flexible housing proposals architecturally and designing their own flexible housing projects by introducing basic concepts, history, theory and practice of flexible housing.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction of the course, and teaching and method information.,Basic Concepts: Flexible Housing, adaptive housing, core housing, social housing, low-cost housing, collective housing, mass housing, mass produced housing.,Basic Concepts of Flexible Housing: Use, plan, construction, service.,Flexible housing before the project of modernity: Nomads and flexible housing –tepee, tent, yurt; transition to settled life and flexible housing – Çatalhöyük,megaron clusters, traditional Japanese and Turkish houses.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 1: Modernity and Minimal Dwelling; Stam, Neutra and Mendelsohn, van der Rohe, Le Corbusier.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 2: The Industrialization of Housing: Le Corbusier, Gropius and Meyer, van der Rohe, Bartning, Silvy, Bogner.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 1; Le Corbusier, Turner, Habraken, Alexander, Kroll, Erskine.,Midterm I,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 2; Le Corbusier, Turner, Habraken, Alexander.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 3; Previ/Lima experimental housing competition, metabolism, Archigram, SITE.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 4; Core Housing – Doshi, Correa, ELEMENTAL.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 5; Core Housing – Bilbao, PAO.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 6; Kolatan and MacDonald, Colani.,Up-to-date Flexible Housing Practice: Tiny House..
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
At the end of the course, students 1. Learn examination of flexible housing projects architecturally anddesigning their own flexible housing projects. 2. Can define other housing genres relatable to flexible housing. 3. Become aware of flexible housing theory and practice from pre-modernityto the postwar era. 4. Design their own flexible housing projects.10, 13, 14, 9
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction of the course, and teaching and method information.
2Basic Concepts: Flexible Housing, adaptive housing, core housing, social housing, low-cost housing, collective housing, mass housing, mass produced housing.
3Basic Concepts of Flexible Housing: Use, plan, construction, service.
4Flexible housing before the project of modernity: Nomads and flexible housing –tepee, tent, yurt; transition to settled life and flexible housing – Çatalhöyük,megaron clusters, traditional Japanese and Turkish houses.
5Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 1: Modernity and Minimal Dwelling; Stam, Neutra and Mendelsohn, van der Rohe, Le Corbusier.
6Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 2: The Industrialization of Housing: Le Corbusier, Gropius and Meyer, van der Rohe, Bartning, Silvy, Bogner.
7Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 1; Le Corbusier, Turner, Habraken, Alexander, Kroll, Erskine.
8Midterm I
9Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 2; Le Corbusier, Turner, Habraken, Alexander.
10Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 3; Previ/Lima experimental housing competition, metabolism, Archigram, SITE.
11Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 4; Core Housing – Doshi, Correa, ELEMENTAL.
12Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 5; Core Housing – Bilbao, PAO.
13Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 6; Kolatan and MacDonald, Colani.
14Up-to-date Flexible Housing Practice: Tiny House.
Resources
-Alexander, C., Ishikawa, S., Silverstein, M., Jacobson, M., Fiksdahl-King, I., & Shlomo, A. (1977). A Pattern Language: Towns, Buildings, Construction (1st ed.). New York: Oxford University Press. -Boudon, P. (1985). Pessac de Le Corbusier 1927-1967: etude socioarchitecturale. Paris: Dunod. -Colquhoun, A. (2006). Modern architecture. Oxford: Oxford University Press. -Forty, A. (2000). Words and Buildings: A Vocabulary of Modern Architecture. London: Thames & Hudson. -Habraken, J. (1972). Supports: An Alternative to Mass Housing. London: Architectural Press. -Kronenburg, R. (2007). Flexible: Architecture that Responds to Change (1st ed.). London: Laurence King. -Le Corbusier. (1946). Towards A New Architecture (p. 226). London: The Architectural Press. -Özbay, H. (1989). Gecekondu Sorunu ve Ucuz Konut Deneyimi. Mimarlık Dergisi, 89(6), 47-49. -Özsoy, A., & Pulat, G. (1994). Çağdaş Bir Duvarın Öyküsü. Tasarım Dergisi, (44), 98-101. -Rabeneck, A., Sheppard, D., & Town, P. (1973). Housing flexibility?. Architectural Design, 43(11). -Schneider, T., & Till, J. (2007). Flexible Housing (1st ed.). Oxford: Architectural Press.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
DESIGN (Knowledge-Theoretical, Factual): During planning, implementation, management and supervision processes; Knowledge of creative problem defining and solving
X
2
DESIGN (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Design-oriented research fiction, execution and evaluation of results and design process planning, management, application skills
X
3
DESIGN (Competencies-Ability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility): Ability to work within a team, to emphasize interdisciplinary interaction and apply technology-based business association methods
X
4
DESIGN (Competencies-Learning Competence): To evaluate critically the knowledge and skills gained in the field, to plan and to develop constantly professional knowledge, skills and approaches
5
DESIGN (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Transferring design solutions as oral, written and visual (2D and 3D) presentations on national and international platforms
6
DESIGN (Competencies-Field Specific Competence): Contributing to the design of industrial products to improve the quality of life of the society.
X
7
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Knowledge-Theoretical, Factual): To make connections between the information obtained by the analytical approach and the information on historical and cultural development and current situation in Turkey and in the world, and to expand the boundaries of vocational education proficiency to develop new ideas
8
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Ability to solve the design related problems encountered in concept development, by using the knowledge gained in the field of history, culture and art
9
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Competencies - Independent Work and Ability to Take Responsibility): To be able to do interdisciplinary work by using the knowledge gained in the field of history, culture and art
10
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Competences-Learning Competence): Ability to develop the knowledge gained in the field in the direction needed, using the research methods
11
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Awareness of social and cultural phenomena and continuous change and arranging plans, strategies, projects, collaborations and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness.
12
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Knowledge-Theoretical, Factual): To gain knowledge concerning technology, material, product and production methods - that is to be used in the solution of the problem related to the field.
13
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Knowing materials, technology and production methods and developing designs compatible with these methods, proposing new technologies and production methods, developing creative design solutions by interpreting and using technology.
14
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies - Independent Work and Ability to Take Responsibility): To be able to work together with stakeholders working on different areas and needs in construction and production technologies
15
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies-Learning Competence): Understand the compatibility and flexibility between the technological tools that meet the requirements according to the needs
16
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Ability to use appropriate communication techniques and technologies
17
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies-Field Specific Competencies): Producing and applying knowledge to serve sustainable production and life
18
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies-Filed specific competencies): To be able to develop creative design solutions by mastering technological development, interpreting the developments and pioneering such developments.
19
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Knowledge-Theoretical, Factual): -Ethics ​​related to the field, -project management issues, -legal rights and responsibilities, -To gain knowledge about legal responsibilities and regulations affecting design works
20
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Ability to recognize and apply the techniques used and legal responsibilities in planning, design, construction and operation phases of project management.
21
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Competences - Capability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility): To adapt to the different working environments and forms required by the profession and to contribute to the development of these environments
22
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Capabilities-Learning Capability): Monitoring and learning the legal, administrative and procedural requirements of design and construction projects throughout professional life, developing new strategic approaches in solving complex problems, taking responsibility
23
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Being able to lead the process -deploying the necessary communication skills and tools- during planning, designing, construction and operation stages, and demonstrating leadership in providing the solution in the work environment.
24
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Competencies-Field Specific Competence): To be able to transfer knowledge to the level of expertise, to use theoretical and practical knowledge on the field of Professional Practice, Project Management and Legal responsibilities, knowledge of interdisciplinary interaction
25
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE AND HUMAN HEALTH (Knowledge-Theoretic, Factual): Methods and techniques that will be used in the solution of the problems related to the field – to gain knowledge to apply the techniques in the context of environmental health, -building health, -human health
26
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE, HUMAN HEALTH (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Understanding the relationships between environment, structure and human health and creating solutions to related design problems.
27
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE, HUMAN HEALTH (Competences - Capability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility): Taking competence and responsibility in the fields of urban / space / product planning, design, implementation and supervision of environment, strcuture and human health
28
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE, HUMAN HEALTH (Capabilities-Learning Capability): Competence in researching theoretical and applied information systems on environment, structure and human health
29
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE, HUMAN HEALTH (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Be able to communicate with all areas of expertise in environment, structure and human health

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours14228
Guided Problem Solving000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Quiz000
Midterm Exam21632
General Exam21632
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)92
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(92/30)3
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
FLEXIBLE HOUSING-Spring Semester2+023
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseEnglish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorLect. Mert DURMAZ
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect. Mert DURMAZ
Assistant(s)-
AimTo make students gain the ability of exaamining flexible housing proposals architecturally and designing their own flexible housing projects by introducing basic concepts, history, theory and practice of flexible housing.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introduction of the course, and teaching and method information.,Basic Concepts: Flexible Housing, adaptive housing, core housing, social housing, low-cost housing, collective housing, mass housing, mass produced housing.,Basic Concepts of Flexible Housing: Use, plan, construction, service.,Flexible housing before the project of modernity: Nomads and flexible housing –tepee, tent, yurt; transition to settled life and flexible housing – Çatalhöyük,megaron clusters, traditional Japanese and Turkish houses.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 1: Modernity and Minimal Dwelling; Stam, Neutra and Mendelsohn, van der Rohe, Le Corbusier.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 2: The Industrialization of Housing: Le Corbusier, Gropius and Meyer, van der Rohe, Bartning, Silvy, Bogner.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 1; Le Corbusier, Turner, Habraken, Alexander, Kroll, Erskine.,Midterm I,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 2; Le Corbusier, Turner, Habraken, Alexander.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 3; Previ/Lima experimental housing competition, metabolism, Archigram, SITE.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 4; Core Housing – Doshi, Correa, ELEMENTAL.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 5; Core Housing – Bilbao, PAO.,Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 6; Kolatan and MacDonald, Colani.,Up-to-date Flexible Housing Practice: Tiny House..
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
At the end of the course, students 1. Learn examination of flexible housing projects architecturally anddesigning their own flexible housing projects. 2. Can define other housing genres relatable to flexible housing. 3. Become aware of flexible housing theory and practice from pre-modernityto the postwar era. 4. Design their own flexible housing projects.10, 13, 14, 9
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introduction of the course, and teaching and method information.
2Basic Concepts: Flexible Housing, adaptive housing, core housing, social housing, low-cost housing, collective housing, mass housing, mass produced housing.
3Basic Concepts of Flexible Housing: Use, plan, construction, service.
4Flexible housing before the project of modernity: Nomads and flexible housing –tepee, tent, yurt; transition to settled life and flexible housing – Çatalhöyük,megaron clusters, traditional Japanese and Turkish houses.
5Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 1: Modernity and Minimal Dwelling; Stam, Neutra and Mendelsohn, van der Rohe, Le Corbusier.
6Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 2: The Industrialization of Housing: Le Corbusier, Gropius and Meyer, van der Rohe, Bartning, Silvy, Bogner.
7Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 1; Le Corbusier, Turner, Habraken, Alexander, Kroll, Erskine.
8Midterm I
9Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 2; Le Corbusier, Turner, Habraken, Alexander.
10Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 3; Previ/Lima experimental housing competition, metabolism, Archigram, SITE.
11Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 4; Core Housing – Doshi, Correa, ELEMENTAL.
12Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 5; Core Housing – Bilbao, PAO.
13Flexible Housing during the project of modernity 3: Housing in participatory architecture 6; Kolatan and MacDonald, Colani.
14Up-to-date Flexible Housing Practice: Tiny House.
Resources
-Alexander, C., Ishikawa, S., Silverstein, M., Jacobson, M., Fiksdahl-King, I., & Shlomo, A. (1977). A Pattern Language: Towns, Buildings, Construction (1st ed.). New York: Oxford University Press. -Boudon, P. (1985). Pessac de Le Corbusier 1927-1967: etude socioarchitecturale. Paris: Dunod. -Colquhoun, A. (2006). Modern architecture. Oxford: Oxford University Press. -Forty, A. (2000). Words and Buildings: A Vocabulary of Modern Architecture. London: Thames & Hudson. -Habraken, J. (1972). Supports: An Alternative to Mass Housing. London: Architectural Press. -Kronenburg, R. (2007). Flexible: Architecture that Responds to Change (1st ed.). London: Laurence King. -Le Corbusier. (1946). Towards A New Architecture (p. 226). London: The Architectural Press. -Özbay, H. (1989). Gecekondu Sorunu ve Ucuz Konut Deneyimi. Mimarlık Dergisi, 89(6), 47-49. -Özsoy, A., & Pulat, G. (1994). Çağdaş Bir Duvarın Öyküsü. Tasarım Dergisi, (44), 98-101. -Rabeneck, A., Sheppard, D., & Town, P. (1973). Housing flexibility?. Architectural Design, 43(11). -Schneider, T., & Till, J. (2007). Flexible Housing (1st ed.). Oxford: Architectural Press.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
DESIGN (Knowledge-Theoretical, Factual): During planning, implementation, management and supervision processes; Knowledge of creative problem defining and solving
X
2
DESIGN (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Design-oriented research fiction, execution and evaluation of results and design process planning, management, application skills
X
3
DESIGN (Competencies-Ability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility): Ability to work within a team, to emphasize interdisciplinary interaction and apply technology-based business association methods
X
4
DESIGN (Competencies-Learning Competence): To evaluate critically the knowledge and skills gained in the field, to plan and to develop constantly professional knowledge, skills and approaches
5
DESIGN (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Transferring design solutions as oral, written and visual (2D and 3D) presentations on national and international platforms
6
DESIGN (Competencies-Field Specific Competence): Contributing to the design of industrial products to improve the quality of life of the society.
X
7
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Knowledge-Theoretical, Factual): To make connections between the information obtained by the analytical approach and the information on historical and cultural development and current situation in Turkey and in the world, and to expand the boundaries of vocational education proficiency to develop new ideas
8
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Ability to solve the design related problems encountered in concept development, by using the knowledge gained in the field of history, culture and art
9
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Competencies - Independent Work and Ability to Take Responsibility): To be able to do interdisciplinary work by using the knowledge gained in the field of history, culture and art
10
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Competences-Learning Competence): Ability to develop the knowledge gained in the field in the direction needed, using the research methods
11
HISTORY, CULTURE, ART (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Awareness of social and cultural phenomena and continuous change and arranging plans, strategies, projects, collaborations and activities for the social environment with social responsibility consciousness.
12
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Knowledge-Theoretical, Factual): To gain knowledge concerning technology, material, product and production methods - that is to be used in the solution of the problem related to the field.
13
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Knowing materials, technology and production methods and developing designs compatible with these methods, proposing new technologies and production methods, developing creative design solutions by interpreting and using technology.
14
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies - Independent Work and Ability to Take Responsibility): To be able to work together with stakeholders working on different areas and needs in construction and production technologies
15
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies-Learning Competence): Understand the compatibility and flexibility between the technological tools that meet the requirements according to the needs
16
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Ability to use appropriate communication techniques and technologies
17
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies-Field Specific Competencies): Producing and applying knowledge to serve sustainable production and life
18
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY (Competencies-Filed specific competencies): To be able to develop creative design solutions by mastering technological development, interpreting the developments and pioneering such developments.
19
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Knowledge-Theoretical, Factual): -Ethics ​​related to the field, -project management issues, -legal rights and responsibilities, -To gain knowledge about legal responsibilities and regulations affecting design works
20
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Ability to recognize and apply the techniques used and legal responsibilities in planning, design, construction and operation phases of project management.
21
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Competences - Capability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility): To adapt to the different working environments and forms required by the profession and to contribute to the development of these environments
22
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Capabilities-Learning Capability): Monitoring and learning the legal, administrative and procedural requirements of design and construction projects throughout professional life, developing new strategic approaches in solving complex problems, taking responsibility
23
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Being able to lead the process -deploying the necessary communication skills and tools- during planning, designing, construction and operation stages, and demonstrating leadership in providing the solution in the work environment.
24
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Competencies-Field Specific Competence): To be able to transfer knowledge to the level of expertise, to use theoretical and practical knowledge on the field of Professional Practice, Project Management and Legal responsibilities, knowledge of interdisciplinary interaction
25
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE AND HUMAN HEALTH (Knowledge-Theoretic, Factual): Methods and techniques that will be used in the solution of the problems related to the field – to gain knowledge to apply the techniques in the context of environmental health, -building health, -human health
26
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE, HUMAN HEALTH (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Understanding the relationships between environment, structure and human health and creating solutions to related design problems.
27
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE, HUMAN HEALTH (Competences - Capability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility): Taking competence and responsibility in the fields of urban / space / product planning, design, implementation and supervision of environment, strcuture and human health
28
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE, HUMAN HEALTH (Capabilities-Learning Capability): Competence in researching theoretical and applied information systems on environment, structure and human health
29
ENVIRONMENT, STRUCTURE, HUMAN HEALTH (Competencies-Communication and Social Competence): Be able to communicate with all areas of expertise in environment, structure and human health

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100

Numerical Data

Student Success

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