Course Detail
Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DESIGN THEORIES and RESEARCH METHODDS | EUT2115881 | Fall Semester | 2+2 | 3 | 4 |
| 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. Seher Oya AKMAN |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Hayriye Yasemin SOYLU |
| Assistant(s) | Res. Asst. Pelin Efilti Res. Asst. Ezgi Aydoğan |
| Aim | This course aims the students to gain awareness on the basic principles of research, to gain knowledge on fundamental research methods while doing resarch to solve a design problem. |
| Course Content | This course contains; What is research? ,Why is research needed? ,What are the research methods to obtain flow of information during the design process? ,Observation Method,Ethnographic Research Method,Interview Method,Mid-term Exam,Questionnaire Method,Focus Group Method,Persona Development,User Scenarios,Behavioural Prototyping,Project Presentations,Final Exam. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 10, 14, 16, 9 | A, E | |
| 10, 13, 19, 9 | A, E | |
| 10, 14, 19, 4 | A, E | |
| 10, 13, 14, 16, 4 | A, E | |
| 14, 2, 9 | E | |
| 10, 16, 19, 3, 9 | E | |
| 10, 12, 19, 3, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is research? | |
| 2 | Why is research needed? | |
| 3 | What are the research methods to obtain flow of information during the design process? | |
| 4 | Observation Method | |
| 5 | Ethnographic Research Method | |
| 6 | Interview Method | |
| 7 | Mid-term Exam | |
| 8 | Questionnaire Method | |
| 9 | Focus Group Method | |
| 10 | Persona Development | |
| 11 | User Scenarios | |
| 12 | Behavioural Prototyping | |
| 13 | Project Presentations | |
| 14 | Final Exam |
| Resources |
| Students are expected to take notes. |
| Cross, N. (2006). User Requirements and the Design Brief:T211 Design and Designing, Milton Keynes, Open University. Oygür, I. (2006). Endüstriyel Tasarımcı-Kullanıcı İlişkisinin Türkiye Bağlamında İncelenmesi, Endüstri Ürünleri Tasarımı Yüksek Lisans Tezi, İTÜ Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü, Haziran 2006. |
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. | ||||||
| 8 | Utilize various business models with features such as financial planning, investment, and analysis within the corporate and start-up ecosystem. | ||||||
| 9 | Ensure the acquisition and protection of intellectual and industrial property rights. | ||||||
| 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. | ||||||
| 15 | Showcase the design projects developed in the classes to the society using various exhibition methods. | ||||||
| 16 | Create commercial products that combine elements of craftsmanship, artistry, and design. | ||||||
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 | 14 | 4 | 56 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 6 | 5 | 30 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 118 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(118/30) | 4 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DESIGN THEORIES and RESEARCH METHODDS | EUT2115881 | Fall Semester | 2+2 | 3 | 4 |
| 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. Seher Oya AKMAN |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Hayriye Yasemin SOYLU |
| Assistant(s) | Res. Asst. Pelin Efilti Res. Asst. Ezgi Aydoğan |
| Aim | This course aims the students to gain awareness on the basic principles of research, to gain knowledge on fundamental research methods while doing resarch to solve a design problem. |
| Course Content | This course contains; What is research? ,Why is research needed? ,What are the research methods to obtain flow of information during the design process? ,Observation Method,Ethnographic Research Method,Interview Method,Mid-term Exam,Questionnaire Method,Focus Group Method,Persona Development,User Scenarios,Behavioural Prototyping,Project Presentations,Final Exam. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 10, 14, 16, 9 | A, E | |
| 10, 13, 19, 9 | A, E | |
| 10, 14, 19, 4 | A, E | |
| 10, 13, 14, 16, 4 | A, E | |
| 14, 2, 9 | E | |
| 10, 16, 19, 3, 9 | E | |
| 10, 12, 19, 3, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is research? | |
| 2 | Why is research needed? | |
| 3 | What are the research methods to obtain flow of information during the design process? | |
| 4 | Observation Method | |
| 5 | Ethnographic Research Method | |
| 6 | Interview Method | |
| 7 | Mid-term Exam | |
| 8 | Questionnaire Method | |
| 9 | Focus Group Method | |
| 10 | Persona Development | |
| 11 | User Scenarios | |
| 12 | Behavioural Prototyping | |
| 13 | Project Presentations | |
| 14 | Final Exam |
| Resources |
| Students are expected to take notes. |
| Cross, N. (2006). User Requirements and the Design Brief:T211 Design and Designing, Milton Keynes, Open University. Oygür, I. (2006). Endüstriyel Tasarımcı-Kullanıcı İlişkisinin Türkiye Bağlamında İncelenmesi, Endüstri Ürünleri Tasarımı Yüksek Lisans Tezi, İTÜ Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü, Haziran 2006. |
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. | ||||||
| 8 | Utilize various business models with features such as financial planning, investment, and analysis within the corporate and start-up ecosystem. | ||||||
| 9 | Ensure the acquisition and protection of intellectual and industrial property rights. | ||||||
| 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. | ||||||
| 15 | Showcase the design projects developed in the classes to the society using various exhibition methods. | ||||||
| 16 | Create commercial products that combine elements of craftsmanship, artistry, and design. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |