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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 461
Course Title in English Landscape as Architecture
Course Title in Turkish Mimarlık Olarak Peyzaj
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom
Level of Course Advanced
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: - Lab: - Other: -
Estimated Student Workload 126 hours per semester
Number of Credits 5 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites ARC 202 - Architectural Design IV | INT 202 - Interior Design II
ARC 202 - Architectural Design IV | INT 202 - Interior Design II
Co-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge 4 semesters of design studio
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To explore the contemporary concepts of landscape and nature in relation to architecture
Course Description Landscape as Architecture is an elective course that focuses on the term landscape in the context of architecture. Through theoretical lectures, representational experiments, site visit and guest speakers the goal of the course is to open a field for architecture students to rethink their own design approaches. Topics around the contemporary discourse of landscape such as topography, infrastructure, ecology, terrain vague, psychogeography, landscape urbanism as well as an understanding of garden and nature concepts are in the scope of the course.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) analyze site conditions, characteristics and landscape components such as topography, vegetation, climate, soil;
2) correlate the phenomenon of landscape with architecture;
3) interpret contemporary landscape urbanism and infrastructure discourse;
4) approach architectural design from a landscape point of view;
5) use landscape representation techniques.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5
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. H
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. S
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. H
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. H
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. S
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. S
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. S
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. S
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. S
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. S
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. S
Prepared by and Date ENISE BURCU DERINBOGAZ , June 2022
Course Coordinator AKTS1
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Öğr. Gör. ENISE BURCU DERINBOGAZ

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction to course and discussion on memory and landscapes.
2) Topic 1: Perception and Narration of Landscape
3) Topic 2: Historical Gardens
4) Topic 3: Urban Parks: The Concept of Park in Modern City
5) Topic 4: Landscape Analysis (Discussion on studio projects)
6) Topic 5: Topography and Grading
7) FADA Workshop Week
8) Topic 6: Landscape Experience / Walk (Guest speaker: Nazlı Tümerdem, Istanbul Walkabouts)
9) Topic 7: Landscape Representation and Technics (Discussions on studio projects)
10) Topic 8: Landscape Urbanism and Infrastructure
11) Topic 9: Plantlife (Site visit: Alfred Heilbronn Botanik Bahçesi)
12) Topic 10: Energy, Sustainability and Green Economy (Guest speaker: Editor in chief of EkoIQ, Barış Doğru)
13) Workshop of ‘A Book of Landscape’ (collected sketches, texts, collages during the courses)
14) Final submission of ‘A Book of Landscape’
15) Final Assessment Period
16) Final Assessment Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsRecommended Reading: Belanger, P (2016) Landscape as Infrastructure Girot, Truniger (2012) Landscape Vision Motion Morton T (2016) Dark Ecology Waldheim C (2008) Landscape Urbanism Reader Wohlleben, P (2015) The Hidden Life of Trees Required readings for each week will be posted on Blackboard.
Teaching MethodsLandscape as Architecture is an elective course that supports the participants to strengthen their landscape perception and imagination. Theoretical discussions as well as elaboration of particular projects will be the method of this skill development. The course puts specific subjects on the table and encourages the participant to relate them with their own design problems and process.
Homework and Projects1 presentation, 1 assignment
Laboratory WorkNo
Computer UseYes
Other ActivitiesField trip
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 1 % 60
Presentation 1 % 10
Final Examination 1 % 30
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration derinbogazb@mef.edu.tr
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Enise Burcu Derinboğaz Email: derinbogazb@mef.edu.tr - Active participation will be essential. - Students will choose one among the given 25 projects that are renowned for their unique landscape and architecture characteristics. They will study the project in detail. Every week these projects will be presented as a part of the course. - As a final submission students will prepare ‘A Book of Landscape’ as a summary of their sketches, texts and collages noted during the course. 80% attendance is compulsory for a successful outcome. 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
Course Hours 14 1 3 1 70
Homework Assignments 14 4 56
Total Workload 126
Total Workload/25 5.0
ECTS 5