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 490 | ||||
| Course Title in English | Professional Practice | ||||
| Course Title in Turkish | Meslek Pratiği | ||||
| Language of Instruction | |||||
| Type of Course | Flipped Classroom | ||||
| Level of Course | Advanced | ||||
| Semester | Spring | ||||
| Contact Hours per Week |
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| Estimated Student Workload | 82 hours per semester | ||||
| Number of Credits | 3 ECTS | ||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | ||||
| Pre-requisites |
ARC 202 - Architectural Design IV |
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| Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | None | ||||
| Registration Restrictions | Only Undergraduate Students and Completion of 120 ECTS | ||||
| Overall Educational Objective | To learn to understand various roles of an architect in the profession | ||||
| Course Description | This course is based on the seminars by the professionals and/or academicians from diverse design fields that focus on their professional experiences; and discussions. Students are expected to make a preliminary research about the invited lecturers and develop questions and comments about them. The course introduces learners to professional practice in the field of architecture through discussions with invited professionals and/or academicians. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) understand the basic topics of the architectural design field; 2) discuss professional practice methods of architecture and interior design; 3) approach professional design mechanisms critically; 4) identify current professional practices. |
| Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Presentation |
| 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. | S | Presentation |
| 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. | N | |
| 5) | An awareness of and commitment to ethical principles and professional responsibilities by addressing societal needs, promoting environmental sustainability, respecting cultural diversity. | H | Project |
| 6) | An ability to conduct rigorous research, analyze and synthesize data, and apply theories, methods, and intellectual frameworks on design subjects. | S | Project |
| 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 | Project |
| Prepared by and Date | , April 2022 |
| Course Coordinator | AKTS1 |
| Semester | Spring |
| Name of Instructor |
Course Contents
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Introduction – Architectural Practices, Profession |
| 2) | No Class (Fieldtrip Çan) |
| 3) | Publishing – XXI - Hülya Ertaş |
| 4) | Design for embodying relationships - MeMALoNDoN - Mert Eyiler; Genedos Coop. - Alper Akça |
| 5) | Transdisciplinary innovation platform Atölye Istanbul - Nesile Yalçın |
| 6) | Charitable organisation Herkes İçin Mimarlık - Emre Gündoğdu & Merve Gül Özokçu |
| 7) | Collaborative network Epitome - Deniz Tümerdem |
| 8) | Semester Assignment |
| 9) | Restoration Sevim Aslan |
| 10) | Program and project management Khaled Akhras |
| 11) | City and Regional Planning/Architectural Design intersection - Urban Design Doğu Kaptan |
| 12) | Small offices, Big ideas Architectural Design Competitions – zaas – Ayça Taylan |
| 13) | No Class (Labor Day) |
| 14) | Final Assignment |
| 15) | Final Assessment Period |
| 16) | Final Assessment Period |
| Required/Recommended Readings | Jamieson, C., 2011. The Future for Architects?. Project Report. Royal Institute of British Architects, London. The Architectural Profession in Europe 2014. A Sector Study. Mirza & Nacey Research. Architects’ Council of Europe. MacKinnon, K., 2017. Student Destination Survey 2017. Survey Report. Royal Institute of British Architects, London. | |||||||||||||||
| Teaching Methods | This course will engage lectures, presentations and roundtable discussions. Verbal feedback will be given during class time on assigned exercises. | |||||||||||||||
| Homework and Projects | Students are expected to design an interview structure for conducting an interview with a design professional at the end of the semester. Final assignment is a transcription of the structured interview with a professional in relevant fields to architectural practices discussed throughout the semester. | |||||||||||||||
| Laboratory Work | None | |||||||||||||||
| Computer Use | None | |||||||||||||||
| Other Activities | None | |||||||||||||||
| Assessment Methods |
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| Course Administration |
aydemirz@mef.edu.tr 566 Attendance and participation during the entire scheduled class time is mandatory. Students must be engaged in questioning and discussing the work of the class. All students are required to attend and participate in all interim and final studio reviews. All assignments must be submitted at the time and on the date specified. 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 | ||||
| Course Hours | 14 | 1 | 2 | 42 | |||
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 5 | 3 | 16 | |||
| Midterm(s) | 1 | 5 | 1 | 6 | |||
| Final Examination | 1 | 15 | 3 | 18 | |||
| Total Workload | 82 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 3.3 | ||||||
| ECTS | 3 | ||||||