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

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: MIM409
Course Name: Architecture Practice
Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
4
Language of instruction: Turkish
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
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 aim of this course is making an introduction to professional practice in the field of architecture by making a description of subjects of the professional practice and discussions with invited professionals. Understanding the various roles of an architect in the profession is one of the objectives of the course.
Developing a critical stance by doing research, attending lectures, raising questions, engaging in in-class discussions is the main goal of the course.
Course Content: This course is based on the lecturer's notes on the professional criteria set forth by national and international professional associations and professional practices, and on seminars and discussions focusing on the professional experiences of professionals and/or academics from different design fields.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
4) Understanding the basic topics of the architectural design process
5) Discuss professional practice methods of architecture
6) Develop a critical approach on professional design mechanisms
7) Develop an awareness about how to define 'professionalism', or a 'profession' or being 'professional'
8) Understanding of professional rules, qualifications, standard requirements to be selected by clients

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) INTRODUCTION * IT IS ENOUGH TO PARTICIPATE ACTIVELY DURING THE COURSE, TO RAISE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE TOPICS COVERED, TO DEVELOP AN UNIQUE APPROACH.
2) OVERVIEW OF THE SIX MAIN TOPICS
3) PROFESSIONALISM
4) PROFESSIONALISM INVITED TALK
5) ARCHITECTURAL OFFICE SET-UP
6) ARCHITECTURAL OFFICE SET-UP INVITED TALK
7) PROPOSALS AND AGREEMENTS
8) MIDTERM EXAM THE HOMEWORK TEXT PREPARED ON THE GIVEN TOPIC WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL UNTIL THE SUBMISSION TIME ON THE DAY OF THE EXAM.
9) DISCUSSION
10) DESIGN PROCESS
11) DESIGN PROCESS INVITED TALK
12) THE PROJECT
13) OTHER DISCIPLINES, CONSULTANTS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT
14) DISCUSSION

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Dersler anlatıma dayalıdır, notlar öğrenci tarafından alınacaktır./
Courses are lecture based, notes will be taken by the student.
References: AIA - The Architect's Handbook Of Professional Practice
RIBA - Architect's Handbook of Practice Management
RIBA - Job Book
Eleanor Jolliffe, Paul Crosby - Architect The evolving story of a profession
RIBA - Assembling a Collaborative Project Team
TMMOB- Mimarlik Muhendislik Hizmetleri Sartnamesi
3194 Sayılı İmar Kanunu ve yapılaşmaya ilişkin diğer Kanun ve Yönetmelikler

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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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.
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.
11) Can produce design, know-how and knowledge for the improvement of different and changing social needs, and fort he 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.
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 fort he 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 % 35
Midterms 1 % 25
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 28
Study Hours Out of Class 14 56
Midterms 1 2
Final 1 2
Total Workload 88