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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

ARCH409

Course Name:

Architectural Practices

Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

English

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory Courses

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator:

Prof. Dr. ARZU ERDEM

Course Lecturer(s):

Arzu Erdem

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The purpose of the Architecture Practice course is to provide students with an understanding of the practical aspects of the architecture profession and to develop their skills in working effectively in this field.

The aim of the course is to equip students with professional skills while emphasizing ethical values and sustainability principles, encouraging them to work in future architectural projects in a more conscious and responsible manner.

Course Content:

The main objectives of the course may include one or more of the following:

Fundamental Principles of Architectural Practice:
Providing basic knowledge about the organizational structure, hierarchy, and functioning of architectural offices.

Project Management Skills:
Developing skills in planning, budgeting, managing, and evaluating architectural projects.

Construction Management and Oversight:
Understanding the construction process, gaining knowledge in construction management, safety, and oversight.

Legal Knowledge and Professional Ethics:
Increasing awareness of architectural contracts, legal responsibilities, and professional ethical standards.

Technology and Digital Skills:
Improving skills in using technological tools such as computer-aided design (CAD), Building Information Modeling (BIM), and other digital applications.

Sustainable Architecture:
Understanding the principles of sustainable design and acquiring knowledge about green building practices.
Preparation for the Future:
Being informed about current trends in the architecture sector and preparing for future developments.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Basic Principles of Architectural Practice: Organization of architectural offices can be carried out. Defines the basic concepts and terminology in architectural practice. Adopting the principles of ethics and professionalism.
2) Project Management and Planning Skills: Effectively plan, budget and manage architectural projects. Having the necessary skills to monitor and evaluate project processes. To improve their ability to use resources efficiently.
3) Technology and Sustainability Information: To be able to use technological tools such as computer-aided design (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM). Understanding and applying sustainable design principles. To follow current technological trends in the architectural sector and to use these technologies effectively.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Architecture Practice and Basic Concepts
2)	Introduction to Architecture Practice and Basic Concepts
3)	Project Management and Planning
4)	Project Management and Planning
5)	Construction Management and Oversight
6)	Construction Management and Oversight
7)	Legal and Contractual Issues
8)	Legal and Contractual Issues
9)	Technology and Architecture Practice
10)	Technology and Architecture Practice
11)	Sustainable Architecture
12)	Sustainable Architecture
13)	Architecture Practice and the Future
14)	Architecture Practice and the Future

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Okuma listeleri değişiklik gösterebilir. Metinler, görseller ve çizimler öğrencilerle paylaşılır. Reading lists may vary. Texts, images and drawings are shared with students.
References:	Mimarlık ve mimarlık ile ilişkili alanlara ait tüm basılı veya dijital kitaplar ve süreli yayınlar. All printed and digital books and periodicals related to architecture and related fields.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3
Program Outcomes
1) She/he gains knowledge of and develops values on technical, aesthetic, cultural, historical, social and ethical dimensions of architecture with a scientific and critical approach.
2) She/he integrates architectural practice with environmental, economic and social sustainability principles.			2
3) She/he has the knowledge and ability to provide and implement interactions between urban planning, urban design and architectural projects.
4) Gains the ability to identify architectural potentials and problems based on data collection, analysis, interpretation and critical thinking, in order to cultivate concepts and determine strategies for action.
5) She/he is able to interrelate theory, design and construction practices.
6) She/he will be able to produce architectural design, presentation, implementation, management and supervision stages both independently and collectively for different contexts and scales and through a responsive approach to social, functional, technical and aesthetic requirements.
7) In addition to traditional methods, she/he interactively uses the emerging information technologies required by the field.
8) To analyze and document the historical and conservation characteristics of the built environment; taking into account of the balance between protection and use, she/he has the ability and necessary knowledge in renovation and restoration issues.
9) She / he gains the ability to cooperate with different disciplines on the conception and design of the built environment, as an individual and/or as a team member.
10) Has knowledge on and comprehension of professional ethics and codes of conduct, legal and managerial regulations, standards, rights and responsibilities and processes in the field of architecture.	3
11) Can produce design, know-how and knowledge for the improvement of different and changing social needs, and for the enhancement of life quality.
12) She/he has the knowledge and responsibility to design solidly built structures and takes into account of the risks of natural disaster.
13) She/he monitors new developments in architectural theory and practice and is open to lifelong learning.	3	3	3
14) She/he takes responsibility for the improvement of social consciousness in the field of architecture, and for the endorsement and defense of ecological and urban rights.
15) Has architectural communication skills in a foreign language.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	She/he gains knowledge of and develops values on technical, aesthetic, cultural, historical, social and ethical dimensions of architecture with a scientific and critical approach.
2)	She/he integrates architectural practice with environmental, economic and social sustainability principles.	3
3)	She/he has the knowledge and ability to provide and implement interactions between urban planning, urban design and architectural projects.
4)	Gains the ability to identify architectural potentials and problems based on data collection, analysis, interpretation and critical thinking, in order to cultivate concepts and determine strategies for action.
5)	She/he is able to interrelate theory, design and construction practices.
6)	She/he will be able to produce architectural design, presentation, implementation, management and supervision stages both independently and collectively for different contexts and scales and through a responsive approach to social, functional, technical and aesthetic requirements.
7)	In addition to traditional methods, she/he interactively uses the emerging information technologies required by the field.
8)	To analyze and document the historical and conservation characteristics of the built environment; taking into account of the balance between protection and use, she/he has the ability and necessary knowledge in renovation and restoration issues.
9)	She / he gains the ability to cooperate with different disciplines on the conception and design of the built environment, as an individual and/or as a team member.
10)	Has knowledge on and comprehension of professional ethics and codes of conduct, legal and managerial regulations, standards, rights and responsibilities and processes in the field of architecture.	3
11)	Can produce design, know-how and knowledge for the improvement of different and changing social needs, and for the enhancement of life quality.
12)	She/he has the knowledge and responsibility to design solidly built structures and takes into account of the risks of natural disaster.
13)	She/he monitors new developments in architectural theory and practice and is open to lifelong learning.	3
14)	She/he takes responsibility for the improvement of social consciousness in the field of architecture, and for the endorsement and defense of ecological and urban rights.
15)	Has architectural communication skills in a foreign language.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 10
Homework Assignments	1	% 40
Final	1	% 50
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Preparation for the Activity	Spent for the Activity Itself	Completing the Activity Requirements	Workload
Course Hours	14	0	2		28
Homework Assignments	1	0	12		12
Final	1	8	2		10
Total Workload					50