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PHOTOGRAPHY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
GRA336 PHOTOGRAPHY 5 4 2 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Prof. ASLI ALBAYRAK
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This course aims to teach the principles of aesthetics in digital photography, basic photography concepts such as composition, environment, exposure, light and colour with applications in addition to the terminology used in the field.
Contents of the Course Unit: Contents of the course include the subjects such as the basic concepts and applications of digital photography, including the understanding and use of cameras, lenses and other basic photographic equipment, and the projects.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Know the basic technical, aesthetic and impressive concepts of photography.
Explain the use of photography as a visual and artistic expression tool.
Interpret the photo.
Interpret the information obtained within framework of theoretical and practical approach

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Research General Terminology Lecture/Discussion
2 Research Brief history of photograph (camera obscura) Lecture/Discussion
3 Research Digital - Analogue Cameras Lecture/Discussion
4 Research Image plane, image formation, Lens visor (view-finder): Function and varieties. Lecture/Discussion
5 Research Shutter: Definition and function Lecture/Discussion
6 Research Lens aperture: Description and function Lecture/Discussion
7 Practice Project: Photo shooting Practice
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Research Project: Photo shooting Lecture/Discussion
10 Practice Shutter / Lens Aperture /ISO Relationship Practice
11 Research Net - Area Depth Lecture, Discussion
12 Practice Project: Photo shooting Practice
13 Research Various Focus Objectives Lenses with different focus Lecture, Discussion
14 Practice Project: Photo shooting Practice
15 Research Project: Photo shooting Lecture, Discussion
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Barthes R., Camera Lacida - Fotograf Uzerine Dusunceler, 2014, Altikirkbes Publications.
Ikizler E., Filmden Dijitale Fotograf, 2007, Say Publications.
Ikizler E., Temel Fotograf, 2007, Fotografevi Publications.
Berger J., Mohr J., Anlatmanin Baska Bir Bicimi, 2015, Agora Bookstore.

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Will be able to define the working areas and responsibilities of all staff working in the food and beverage sector by considering the occupational safety rules
1

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Will be able to know the science behind cooking.
0

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Will be able to develop healthy, natural, additive-free, original food formulas by understanding the the chemical reactions underlying the cooking process as well as being aware of the effects of various cooking processes on structural, sensory and chemical attributes of food.
0

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Will be able to use their knowledge and skills related to gastronomy in the sector by evaluating cultural background of Turkish and World Cuisines
1
2
Will be able to create individual menus using the principle of healthy eating plate.
0

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Will be able to prepare projects within the framework of ethical values by following international developments related to gastronomy discipline.
0

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Will be able to adapt easily to developments in information and communication Technologies by using life-long learning skills in business or academic life.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Will be able to interpret different approaches in interdisciplinary studies or business life by comparing them.
2
2
Will be able to tell the ethical implications of their decisions and actions according to different cultural, social, humanitarian and political perspectives.
1

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Will be able to calculate the cost of an accommodation establishment by creating a financial plan.
0
2
Will be able to explain the chemistry of food by using the knowledge of molecular gastronomy.
0
3
Will be able to demonstrate responsible behavior for global environmental issues through their professional career according to sustainability criteria.
2

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 4 56
Preliminary & Further Study 13 3 39
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 0 0 0
Project Work 13 2 26
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 1 6 6
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 0 0 0
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 0 0 0
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 0 0 0
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 43 0 129
Total Workload of the Course Unit 129
Workload (h) / 25.5 5,1
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0