Information Package / Course Catalogue
| Architecture | |||||
| Bachelor | Length of the Programme: 4 | Number of Credits: 240 | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF: Level 6 |
ECTS Course Information Package
| School/Faculty/Institute | Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture | ||||
| Course Code | ARC 300 | ||||
| Course Title in English | Internship I | ||||
| Course Title in Turkish | Yaz Stajı I | ||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | ||||
| Type of Course | Internship | ||||
| Level of Course | Orta | ||||
| Semester | Spring,Fall | ||||
| Contact Hours per Week |
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| Estimated Student Workload | 60 hours per semester | ||||
| Number of Credits | 2 ECTS | ||||
| Grading Mode | Pass / Fail | ||||
| Pre-requisites |
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| Co-requisites |
ARC 102 - Architectural Design II |
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| Expected Prior Knowledge | Two semesters of architectural design studio | ||||
| Registration Restrictions | Only Undergraduate Students | ||||
| Overall Educational Objective | To familiarize oneself with the professional practices in the discipline of architecture. | ||||
| Course Description | This course aims to introduce learners to the professional practices and relations with other professional groups, to raise awareness about the legal and managerial dimensions related to the practices of architecture, and to have learners gain experience in different fields of the practices of architecture. By completing this course, students will gain internship experience covering minimum 24 working days. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) know various phases of architectural projects; 2) collaborate in a team setting; 3) develop practical design skills, including proficiency in drafting, modeling, and using design software; 4) communicate effectively within a professional context. |
| Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
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| 1) An ability to conceptualize, develop, and implement creative and innovative design solutions across varying scales and complexities, integrating both theoretical and practical aspects of architectural services. | ||||
| 2) An ability of evaluating, applying, and synthesizing technical, aesthetic, and ethical dimensions of architectural knowledge with a scientific and critical approach, ensuring feasible and sustainable outcomes. | ||||
| 3) A competence to analyze historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts of architectural works and environments while fostering an intellectual perspective for critical engagement with global and local issues. | ||||
| 4) A skill in effectively utilizing analog and digital tools, including freehand sketches, digital modeling, and graphical representation techniques, to clearly articulate architectural ideas and processes to a range of audiences. | ||||
| 5) An awareness of and commitment to ethical principles and professional responsibilities by addressing societal needs, promoting environmental sustainability, respecting cultural diversity. | ||||
| 6) An ability to conduct rigorous research, analyze and synthesize data, and apply theories, methods, and intellectual frameworks on design subjects. | ||||
| 7) A commitment to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary and multicultural environments, showcasing leadership and coordinating efforts among professionals involved in shaping the built environment. |
Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences
| N None | S Supportive | H Highly Related |
| Program Outcomes and Competences | Level | Assessed by | |
| 1) | An ability to conceptualize, develop, and implement creative and innovative design solutions across varying scales and complexities, integrating both theoretical and practical aspects of architectural services. | S | Homework |
| 2) | An ability of evaluating, applying, and synthesizing technical, aesthetic, and ethical dimensions of architectural knowledge with a scientific and critical approach, ensuring feasible and sustainable outcomes. | H | Homework |
| 3) | A competence to analyze historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts of architectural works and environments while fostering an intellectual perspective for critical engagement with global and local issues. | N | |
| 4) | A skill in effectively utilizing analog and digital tools, including freehand sketches, digital modeling, and graphical representation techniques, to clearly articulate architectural ideas and processes to a range of audiences. | H | Homework |
| 5) | An awareness of and commitment to ethical principles and professional responsibilities by addressing societal needs, promoting environmental sustainability, respecting cultural diversity. | S | Homework |
| 6) | An ability to conduct rigorous research, analyze and synthesize data, and apply theories, methods, and intellectual frameworks on design subjects. | N | |
| 7) | A commitment to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary and multicultural environments, showcasing leadership and coordinating efforts among professionals involved in shaping the built environment. | H | Homework |
| Prepared by and Date | , December 2023 |
| Course Coordinator | AKTS1 |
| Semester | Spring,Fall |
| Name of Instructor |
Course Contents
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Introduction |
| 2) | Alan Gezisi |
| 3) | Practice and writing report |
| 4) | Practice and writing report |
| 5) | Practice and writing report |
| 6) | Practice and writing report |
| 7) | Practice and writing report |
| 8) | Practice and writing report |
| 9) | Practice and writing report |
| 10) | Practice and writing report |
| 11) | Practice and writing report |
| 12) | Practice and writing report |
| 13) | Practice and writing report |
| 14) | Evaluation |
| 15) | Final Assessment Period- |
| 16) | Final Assessment Period- |
| Required/Recommended Readings | MEF University Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture Internship Regulations, MEF University Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture Internship Guidelines, MEF University Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture Internship Principles | ||||||||||||
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| Homework and Projects | Internship notebook, internship report | ||||||||||||
| Laboratory Work | |||||||||||||
| Computer Use | Yes | ||||||||||||
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| Assessment Methods |
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| Course Administration |
arcintern@mef.edu.tr Office: Block A, No: 514, Dr. Esra Sert Email: serte@mef.edu.tr Internship Report Rules: Report should be written in English in the format required by the Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture. Report template is available on the faculty website and Blackboard. Every learner should record his / her work in the internship notebook on a daily basis and convert it into a report. At the end of the internship, the folder is approved by the person in charge at the organization. Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism: YÖK Disciplinary Regulation. |
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ECTS Student Workload Estimation
| Activity | No/Weeks | Hours | Calculation | ||||
| No/Weeks per Semester | Preparing for the Activity | Spent in the Activity Itself | Completing the Activity Requirements | ||||
| Homework Assignments | 6 | 0 | 10 | 60 | |||
| Total Workload | 60 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 2.4 | ||||||
| ECTS | 2 | ||||||