ARC 400 Internship IIMEF UniversityDegree Programs ArchitectureGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
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 400
Course Title in English Internship II
Course Title in Turkish Yaz Stajı II
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Internship
Level of Course Advanced
Semester Spring,Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 60 hours per semester
Number of Credits 2 ECTS
Grading Mode Pass / Fail
Pre-requisites ARC 300 - Internship I
Co-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge Two semesters of architectural design studio
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To learn to comprehend the professional, legal and managerial dimensions related to the practices of architecture.
Course Description This course provides learners with exposure to the practical aspects of the architectural profession. It offers an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge gained in academic settings to real-world projects and challenges. Internships aim to enhance and develop a range of skills crucial to the architectural field. This includes design skills, technical proficiency in drafting and modeling, communication skills, project management, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. The course seeks to integrate learners into the professional culture and practices of architectural firms. It is organized in a manner that enables students to understand the workflow, project dynamics, and the professional expectations and standards within the industry. Throughout the course, learners will engage in hands-on learning, collaborative projects, and experiences alongside practicing architects. By completing this course, students will gain internship experience covering 72 working days.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon 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
1) Ability to read, write and speak effectively in Turkish and English, equivalent to a B2 European Language Passport Level in English.
2) Ability to question and interpret ideas considering diverse points of view; gather and use data, develop concepts related to people, places and the environment, and make individual decisions.
3) Ability to use appropriate graphical methods including freehand and digital drawing techniques, (ECDL advanced) in order to develop ideas in addition to communicate the process of design.
4) Ability to use fundamental principles of architectural design considering the place, climate, people, society as factors, and simultaneously express present principles in relevant precedents.
5) Understanding of architectural principles belonging to global and local cultures shaped by the climatic, technological, socioeconomic, cultural factors, in addition to principles of historic preservation while developing architectural and urban design projects.
6) Understanding the theories and methods used to describe the relationship between human behavior and physical environment; and concurrently understanding different needs, values, behavioral norms, social and spatial patterns of different cultures.
7) Ability to apply various stages of design processes considering the client and user needs, which include space and equipment requirements besides site conditions and relevant laws and standards.
8) Understanding the role of applied research in determining function, form and systems and their impact on human conditions and behavior.
9) Understanding of the basic principles of static and dynamic structural behavior that withstand gravity and lateral forces, in addition to the evolution and applications of structural systems.
10) Ability to apply the principles of sustainability in architectural and urban design projects that aim to preserve the natural and historic resources and provide healthful environments.
11) Ability to apply the fundamental principles of building and safety systems such as mechanical, electrical, fire prevention, vertical circulation additionally to principles of accessibility into the design of buildings.
12) Understanding the basic principles in the selection of materials, products, components and assemblies, based on their characteristics together with their performance, including their environmental impact and reuse possibilities.
13) Ability to produce a comprehensive architectural project from the schematic design phase to design development phase, while integrating structural systems, life safety and sustainability principles.
14) Understanding the principles of environmental systems such as energy preservation, active and passive heating and cooling systems, air quality, solar orientation, day lighting and artificial illumination, and acoustics; in addition to the use of appropriate performance assessment tools.
15) Ability to choose appropriate materials, products and components in the implementation of design building envelope systems.
16) Ability to understand the principles and concepts of different fields in multidisciplinary design processes and the ability to work in collaboration with others as a member of the design team.
17) Understanding the responsibility of the architect to organize and lead design and construction processes considering the environmental, social and aesthetic issues of the society.
18) Understanding the legal to responsibilities of the architect of the architect effecting the design and construction of a building such as public health and safety; accessibility, preservation, building codes and regulations as well as user rights.
19) Ability to understand the ethical issues involved in the design and construction of buildings and provide services for the benefit of the society. In addition to the ability to act with social responsibility in global and local scales that contribute to the well being of the society.
20) Understanding the methods for competing for commissions, selecting consultants and assembling teams, recommending project delivery methods, which involve financial management and business planning, time management, risk management, mediation and arbitration.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) Ability to read, write and speak effectively in Turkish and English, equivalent to a B2 European Language Passport Level in English. S
2) Ability to question and interpret ideas considering diverse points of view; gather and use data, develop concepts related to people, places and the environment, and make individual decisions. H
3) Ability to use appropriate graphical methods including freehand and digital drawing techniques, (ECDL advanced) in order to develop ideas in addition to communicate the process of design. H
4) Ability to use fundamental principles of architectural design considering the place, climate, people, society as factors, and simultaneously express present principles in relevant precedents. S
5) Understanding of architectural principles belonging to global and local cultures shaped by the climatic, technological, socioeconomic, cultural factors, in addition to principles of historic preservation while developing architectural and urban design projects. N
6) Understanding the theories and methods used to describe the relationship between human behavior and physical environment; and concurrently understanding different needs, values, behavioral norms, social and spatial patterns of different cultures. N
7) Ability to apply various stages of design processes considering the client and user needs, which include space and equipment requirements besides site conditions and relevant laws and standards. N
8) Understanding the role of applied research in determining function, form and systems and their impact on human conditions and behavior. S
9) Understanding of the basic principles of static and dynamic structural behavior that withstand gravity and lateral forces, in addition to the evolution and applications of structural systems. N
10) Ability to apply the principles of sustainability in architectural and urban design projects that aim to preserve the natural and historic resources and provide healthful environments. N
11) Ability to apply the fundamental principles of building and safety systems such as mechanical, electrical, fire prevention, vertical circulation additionally to principles of accessibility into the design of buildings. S
12) Understanding the basic principles in the selection of materials, products, components and assemblies, based on their characteristics together with their performance, including their environmental impact and reuse possibilities. H
13) Ability to produce a comprehensive architectural project from the schematic design phase to design development phase, while integrating structural systems, life safety and sustainability principles. H
14) Understanding the principles of environmental systems such as energy preservation, active and passive heating and cooling systems, air quality, solar orientation, day lighting and artificial illumination, and acoustics; in addition to the use of appropriate performance assessment tools. S
15) Ability to choose appropriate materials, products and components in the implementation of design building envelope systems. S
16) Ability to understand the principles and concepts of different fields in multidisciplinary design processes and the ability to work in collaboration with others as a member of the design team. S
17) Understanding the responsibility of the architect to organize and lead design and construction processes considering the environmental, social and aesthetic issues of the society. H
18) Understanding the legal to responsibilities of the architect of the architect effecting the design and construction of a building such as public health and safety; accessibility, preservation, building codes and regulations as well as user rights. S
19) Ability to understand the ethical issues involved in the design and construction of buildings and provide services for the benefit of the society. In addition to the ability to act with social responsibility in global and local scales that contribute to the well being of the society. S
20) Understanding the methods for competing for commissions, selecting consultants and assembling teams, recommending project delivery methods, which involve financial management and business planning, time management, risk management, mediation and arbitration. H
Prepared by and Date , December 2023
Course Coordinator AKTS1
Semester Spring,Fall
Name of Instructor Assoc. Prof. Dr. AYŞE HİLAL UĞURLU

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction
2) Site Visit
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 ReadingsMEF 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
Teaching Methods
Homework and ProjectsInternship notebook, internship report
Laboratory Work
Computer UseYes
Other Activities
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Application 1 % 60
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 1 % 40
TOTAL % 100
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.

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