Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRADUATION PROJECT | EUT4115332 | Fall Semester | 0+12 | 6 | 12 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Fahrettin Ersin ALACA |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Seher Oya AKMAN, Assist.Prof. Fahrettin Ersin ALACA, Lect. Mehemmed ZİYALI, Lect. Eser KASAPOĞLU GESOĞLU, Lect. Ayşe Sine SERBES |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to prepare students for the work life by providing a comprehensive Product Design Project based on Research. Definition of Design Problem, Research, Reporting, Concept Development, Concept Detailing, Testing of Design Concept, Termination of Design and Project 2 and 3 Dimensional Presentation. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Definition of Design Brief,Market Research in Relation with the Design Subject,User Research in Relation with the Design Subject,Evaluation of the Social Benefit of the Project,Evaluation of the Project from an Economic Point of View,Research on Production Methods and Materials,Developing Product, Service and System,Planning of the Project Process,Material and Component Search,Development of Interface,Development of Product Concepts,Testing of Product Concepts,Prototype Development,Finalization of the Project with Written and Visual Presentation. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Be capable of conducting a design process. | ||
| Analyze a design problem from the point of view of a professional designer. | ||
| Prepare an in depth research and report about the subject and make use of the results as direct input into the design work. | ||
| Embed identity into the innovative and original design work. | ||
| Communicate professionally the ideas developed about the design concept, qualitative properties, function and production methods of the product. |
| Teaching Methods: | |
| Assessment Methods: |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Definition of Design Brief | |
| 2 | Market Research in Relation with the Design Subject | |
| 3 | User Research in Relation with the Design Subject | |
| 4 | Evaluation of the Social Benefit of the Project | |
| 5 | Evaluation of the Project from an Economic Point of View | |
| 6 | Research on Production Methods and Materials | |
| 7 | Developing Product, Service and System | |
| 8 | Planning of the Project Process | |
| 9 | Material and Component Search | |
| 10 | Development of Interface | |
| 11 | Development of Product Concepts | |
| 12 | Testing of Product Concepts | |
| 13 | Prototype Development | |
| 14 | Finalization of the Project with Written and Visual Presentation |
| Resources |
| Milton, A. and Rodgers, P. (2011). Product Design, Laurence King Publishing. Hallgrimsson, B. (2012). Prototyping and Modelmaking for Product Design, Laurence King Publishing. Cuffaro, D. et al. (2006). Process, Materials and Measurements, Rockport Publishers. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Convert knowledge acquired from various disciplines into original design through critical thinking and problem analysis. | X | |||||
| 2 | Complete all design processes, including planning and execution, with creative outputs within set deadlines. | X | |||||
| 3 | Transfer essential inputs, such as user needs, acquired through various quantitative and qualitative research methods, to all design processes. | X | |||||
| 4 | Utilize essential modeling, visual, and verbal presentation techniques throughout the design processes including the final stage. | X | |||||
| 5 | Apply universal, ethical, and ecological criteria, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, in all professional work processes and methods. | X | |||||
| 6 | Facilitates interdisciplinary teamwork that meets international standards. | X | |||||
| 7 | Interpret contemporary design theory and practice within the context of its historical, artistic, and cultural background. | X | |||||
| 8 | Utilize various business models with features such as financial planning, investment, and analysis within the corporate and start-up ecosystem. | X | |||||
| 9 | Ensure the acquisition and protection of intellectual and industrial property rights. | X | |||||
| 10 | Explain professional laws and regulations. | X | |||||
| 11 | Incorporate materials and production methods from various industrial sectors in design processes | X | |||||
| 12 | Examine the evolving social, cultural, and economic aspects of design with a commitment to lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 13 | Effectively utilize continually advancing technological tools in the design process. | X | |||||
| 14 | Convert abstract concepts into two- and three-dimensional design compositions, aligning with fundamental design and aesthetic principles. | X | |||||
| 15 | Showcase the design projects developed in the classes to the society using various exhibition methods. | X | |||||
| 16 | Create commercial products that combine elements of craftsmanship, artistry, and design. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 3 | 8 | 24 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 3 | 8 | 24 | |||
| Term Project | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 3 | 60 | 180 | |||
| Quiz | 1 | 8 | 8 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 96 | 96 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 352 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(352/30) | 12 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRADUATION PROJECT | EUT4115332 | Fall Semester | 0+12 | 6 | 12 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Fahrettin Ersin ALACA |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Seher Oya AKMAN, Assist.Prof. Fahrettin Ersin ALACA, Lect. Mehemmed ZİYALI, Lect. Eser KASAPOĞLU GESOĞLU, Lect. Ayşe Sine SERBES |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to prepare students for the work life by providing a comprehensive Product Design Project based on Research. Definition of Design Problem, Research, Reporting, Concept Development, Concept Detailing, Testing of Design Concept, Termination of Design and Project 2 and 3 Dimensional Presentation. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Definition of Design Brief,Market Research in Relation with the Design Subject,User Research in Relation with the Design Subject,Evaluation of the Social Benefit of the Project,Evaluation of the Project from an Economic Point of View,Research on Production Methods and Materials,Developing Product, Service and System,Planning of the Project Process,Material and Component Search,Development of Interface,Development of Product Concepts,Testing of Product Concepts,Prototype Development,Finalization of the Project with Written and Visual Presentation. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Be capable of conducting a design process. | ||
| Analyze a design problem from the point of view of a professional designer. | ||
| Prepare an in depth research and report about the subject and make use of the results as direct input into the design work. | ||
| Embed identity into the innovative and original design work. | ||
| Communicate professionally the ideas developed about the design concept, qualitative properties, function and production methods of the product. |
| Teaching Methods: | |
| Assessment Methods: |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Definition of Design Brief | |
| 2 | Market Research in Relation with the Design Subject | |
| 3 | User Research in Relation with the Design Subject | |
| 4 | Evaluation of the Social Benefit of the Project | |
| 5 | Evaluation of the Project from an Economic Point of View | |
| 6 | Research on Production Methods and Materials | |
| 7 | Developing Product, Service and System | |
| 8 | Planning of the Project Process | |
| 9 | Material and Component Search | |
| 10 | Development of Interface | |
| 11 | Development of Product Concepts | |
| 12 | Testing of Product Concepts | |
| 13 | Prototype Development | |
| 14 | Finalization of the Project with Written and Visual Presentation |
| Resources |
| Milton, A. and Rodgers, P. (2011). Product Design, Laurence King Publishing. Hallgrimsson, B. (2012). Prototyping and Modelmaking for Product Design, Laurence King Publishing. Cuffaro, D. et al. (2006). Process, Materials and Measurements, Rockport Publishers. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Convert knowledge acquired from various disciplines into original design through critical thinking and problem analysis. | X | |||||
| 2 | Complete all design processes, including planning and execution, with creative outputs within set deadlines. | X | |||||
| 3 | Transfer essential inputs, such as user needs, acquired through various quantitative and qualitative research methods, to all design processes. | X | |||||
| 4 | Utilize essential modeling, visual, and verbal presentation techniques throughout the design processes including the final stage. | X | |||||
| 5 | Apply universal, ethical, and ecological criteria, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, in all professional work processes and methods. | X | |||||
| 6 | Facilitates interdisciplinary teamwork that meets international standards. | X | |||||
| 7 | Interpret contemporary design theory and practice within the context of its historical, artistic, and cultural background. | X | |||||
| 8 | Utilize various business models with features such as financial planning, investment, and analysis within the corporate and start-up ecosystem. | X | |||||
| 9 | Ensure the acquisition and protection of intellectual and industrial property rights. | X | |||||
| 10 | Explain professional laws and regulations. | X | |||||
| 11 | Incorporate materials and production methods from various industrial sectors in design processes | X | |||||
| 12 | Examine the evolving social, cultural, and economic aspects of design with a commitment to lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 13 | Effectively utilize continually advancing technological tools in the design process. | X | |||||
| 14 | Convert abstract concepts into two- and three-dimensional design compositions, aligning with fundamental design and aesthetic principles. | X | |||||
| 15 | Showcase the design projects developed in the classes to the society using various exhibition methods. | X | |||||
| 16 | Create commercial products that combine elements of craftsmanship, artistry, and design. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |