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Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
READINGS in SEMIOTICS of ARCHITECTURE and URBAN SPACE -Spring Semester2+023
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Mustafa ERDEM
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect.Dr. Gözdem AYSU
Assistant(s)
AimThe design process in the urban dimension or building performance is a process in which life is sustained by structuring multifaceted information sources from different disciplines together. In this context, the purpose of this topic is; It is to inform about the medium and break in the "coding of identity" of space design, which is a "visual communication tool", through "visual perception" and "semiotic reading".
Course ContentThis course contains; 1. Week Introducing the purpose, operation and outcomes of the course, explaining the visual communication and perception processes and describing their relationship with urban space and architecture.,2. Week Introduction to visual communication and visual perception with discussion on examples from different disciplines,3. Week Conceptual explanation of the subject of Visual Perception. Describing the perception process through Gestalt theory. Reinforcing the concept through examples,4. Week Conceptual expression of the subject of visual communication. Describing the relationship between the concepts of communication and space,5. Week Conceptual expression of semiotics,6. Week Providing introductory information on the semiotic analysis of space,7. Week Midterm,8. Week Discussion through visual and audio examples regarding the semiotic analysis of architecture and urban space.,9.Week Urban space and architecture semiotic analysis examples presentation preparation,10.Week Preparing student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples,11. Week Making student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples,12. Week Discussing and making corrections on student presentations of urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples.,13. Week Making student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples,14. Week final exam .
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Gains theoretical and practical knowledge about the functioning of the visual perception process. Gains information about the visual communication design process. Learns the communication language of space as a visual communication tool and establishes the relationship between space-design-target audience.A, E
Teaching Methods:
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
11. Week Introducing the purpose, operation and outcomes of the course, explaining the visual communication and perception processes and describing their relationship with urban space and architecture.
22. Week Introduction to visual communication and visual perception with discussion on examples from different disciplines
33. Week Conceptual explanation of the subject of Visual Perception. Describing the perception process through Gestalt theory. Reinforcing the concept through examples
44. Week Conceptual expression of the subject of visual communication. Describing the relationship between the concepts of communication and space
55. Week Conceptual expression of semiotics
66. Week Providing introductory information on the semiotic analysis of space
77. Week Midterm
88. Week Discussion through visual and audio examples regarding the semiotic analysis of architecture and urban space.
99.Week Urban space and architecture semiotic analysis examples presentation preparation
1010.Week Preparing student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples
1111. Week Making student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples
1212. Week Discussing and making corrections on student presentations of urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples.
1313. Week Making student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples
1414. Week final exam
Resources
Uçar, T. F. (2004), Görsel İletişim ve Grafik Tasarım, İnkılap Yay. İstanbul. Turgut E. (2013), Grafik Dil ve Anlatım Biçimleri, Anı Yayıncılık, Ankara. Ambrose, G., Harris, P. (2012), Grafik Tasarımın Temelleri, Literatür Yayınları, İstanbul. Becer, E. (2005), İletişim ve Grafik Tasarım, Dost Kitabevi, İstanbul. Taşçıoğlu, M. (2013), Bir Görsel İletişim Platformu Olarak Mekân, YEM Yayın. Weill, A. (2007), Grafik Tasarım, Yapı Kredi Yayınları, İstanbul. Rasmussen, S.,E., (2022), Arketon Yayınları, İstanbul. Corbusier, L. (2022), Şehircilik, Arketon Yayınları, İstanbul. De Fusco, R. (2020), Kitle İletişim Aracı Olarak Mimarlık, Arketon Yayınları. Zevi, B. (2021), Mimarlığı Görebilmek, Arketon Yayınları.

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
2
DESIGN (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Design-oriented research fiction, execution and evaluation of results and design process planning, management, application skills
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
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.
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 Project21020
Presentation of Project / Seminar11010
Quiz000
Midterm Exam12020
General Exam12020
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan11010
Total Workload(Hour)108
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(108/30)4
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
READINGS in SEMIOTICS of ARCHITECTURE and URBAN SPACE -Spring Semester2+023
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Mustafa ERDEM
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect.Dr. Gözdem AYSU
Assistant(s)
AimThe design process in the urban dimension or building performance is a process in which life is sustained by structuring multifaceted information sources from different disciplines together. In this context, the purpose of this topic is; It is to inform about the medium and break in the "coding of identity" of space design, which is a "visual communication tool", through "visual perception" and "semiotic reading".
Course ContentThis course contains; 1. Week Introducing the purpose, operation and outcomes of the course, explaining the visual communication and perception processes and describing their relationship with urban space and architecture.,2. Week Introduction to visual communication and visual perception with discussion on examples from different disciplines,3. Week Conceptual explanation of the subject of Visual Perception. Describing the perception process through Gestalt theory. Reinforcing the concept through examples,4. Week Conceptual expression of the subject of visual communication. Describing the relationship between the concepts of communication and space,5. Week Conceptual expression of semiotics,6. Week Providing introductory information on the semiotic analysis of space,7. Week Midterm,8. Week Discussion through visual and audio examples regarding the semiotic analysis of architecture and urban space.,9.Week Urban space and architecture semiotic analysis examples presentation preparation,10.Week Preparing student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples,11. Week Making student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples,12. Week Discussing and making corrections on student presentations of urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples.,13. Week Making student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples,14. Week final exam .
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Gains theoretical and practical knowledge about the functioning of the visual perception process. Gains information about the visual communication design process. Learns the communication language of space as a visual communication tool and establishes the relationship between space-design-target audience.A, E
Teaching Methods:
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
11. Week Introducing the purpose, operation and outcomes of the course, explaining the visual communication and perception processes and describing their relationship with urban space and architecture.
22. Week Introduction to visual communication and visual perception with discussion on examples from different disciplines
33. Week Conceptual explanation of the subject of Visual Perception. Describing the perception process through Gestalt theory. Reinforcing the concept through examples
44. Week Conceptual expression of the subject of visual communication. Describing the relationship between the concepts of communication and space
55. Week Conceptual expression of semiotics
66. Week Providing introductory information on the semiotic analysis of space
77. Week Midterm
88. Week Discussion through visual and audio examples regarding the semiotic analysis of architecture and urban space.
99.Week Urban space and architecture semiotic analysis examples presentation preparation
1010.Week Preparing student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples
1111. Week Making student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples
1212. Week Discussing and making corrections on student presentations of urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples.
1313. Week Making student presentations on urban space and architectural semiotic analysis examples
1414. Week final exam
Resources
Uçar, T. F. (2004), Görsel İletişim ve Grafik Tasarım, İnkılap Yay. İstanbul. Turgut E. (2013), Grafik Dil ve Anlatım Biçimleri, Anı Yayıncılık, Ankara. Ambrose, G., Harris, P. (2012), Grafik Tasarımın Temelleri, Literatür Yayınları, İstanbul. Becer, E. (2005), İletişim ve Grafik Tasarım, Dost Kitabevi, İstanbul. Taşçıoğlu, M. (2013), Bir Görsel İletişim Platformu Olarak Mekân, YEM Yayın. Weill, A. (2007), Grafik Tasarım, Yapı Kredi Yayınları, İstanbul. Rasmussen, S.,E., (2022), Arketon Yayınları, İstanbul. Corbusier, L. (2022), Şehircilik, Arketon Yayınları, İstanbul. De Fusco, R. (2020), Kitle İletişim Aracı Olarak Mimarlık, Arketon Yayınları. Zevi, B. (2021), Mimarlığı Görebilmek, Arketon Yayınları.

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
2
DESIGN (Skill-Cognitive, Applied): Design-oriented research fiction, execution and evaluation of results and design process planning, management, application skills
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
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.
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

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