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MOBILE LIFE UNITS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
ICM354 MOBILE LIFE UNITS 5 3 3 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 provide the student with the competence to create genuine and sustainable homes at minimum sizes, which may be mobile and immobile in terms of different functions and needs, by considering the structural and functional characteristics.
Contents of the Course Unit: Contents of the course include the subjects such as space design principles, in terms of different either mobile or immobile functions and need within a limited square meter, choice of appropriate material and structure, genuine and sustainable design.

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

Define the mobile or immobile space concept within limited square meter. (1)
Explain the different mobile or immobile functions and needs within a limited square meter. (2)
Solve the spaces in terms of the different mobile or immobile functions and needs within a limited square meter. (3)
Discover materials and spatial structures appropriate for different functional solutions within a limited square meter. (4)
Design genuine, sustainable, mobile or immobile spaces within a limited square meter. (6)

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Introduction to syllabus. Introduction to course materials General information on the course; What are mobile homes? General overview to mobile home units used in the past and present day PowerPoint Presentation. Face to Face Discussion on the Subject
2 Revision of the previous week Points to take into consideration in the construction of mobile homes PowerPoint Presentation. Face to Face Discussion on the Subject
3 Revision of the previous week Points to take into consideration in the construction of mobile homes PowerPoint Presentation. Face to Face Discussion on the Subject
4 Revision of the previous week Environmental factors, structure and impact of functionality on design. Works on Projects PowerPoint Presentation. Face to Face Discussion on the Subject
5 Revision of the previous week Environmental factors, structure and impact of functionality on design. Works on Projects PowerPoint Presentation. Face to Face Discussion on the Subject
6 Revision of the previous week Environmental factors, structure and impact of functionality on design. Works on Projects PowerPoint Presentation. Face to Face Discussion on the Subject
7 Revision of the previous week Environmental factors, structure and impact of functionality on design. Works on Projects PowerPoint Presentation. Face to Face Discussion on the Subject
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Revision of the previous week Environmental factors, structure and impact of functionality on design. Works on Projects PowerPoint Presentation. Face to Face Discussion on the Subject
10 Revision of the previous week Works on Projects In-class Drawing Practice
11 Revision of the previous week Works on Projects In-class Drawing Practice
12 Revision of the previous week Works on Projects In-class Drawing Practice
13 Revision of the previous week Works on Projects In-class Drawing Practice
14 Revision of the previous week Works on Projects In-class Drawing Practice
15 Revision of the previous week Works on Projects In-class Drawing Practice
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Siegal, J. (2008), More Mobile: Portable Architecture for Today, New York: Princeton Architectural Press
Urbach, H. (Ed.), Betsky, A., Kronenberg, R., Scoates, C. (2003), Lot-Ek: Mobile Dwelling Unit, Santa Barbara: D.A.P./University Art Museum, University of California
Shaoqiang, W. (2015), New Portable Architecture: Designing Mobile & Temporary Structures, Promotora de Prensa International S. A.
Seonwook, K. & Miyoung, P. (2012), Mobile Architecture (Construction and Design Manual), DOM Publishers
Klanten, R. (Ed.), Ehmann, S.(Ed.), Galindo, M.(Ed.) (2015), The New Nomads: Temporary Spaces and a Life on the Move, Gestalten Publisher
Banham, R. (1970), Theory and design in the first machine age, London:Architectural Press
Cook, P., & Archigram (Group). (1999), Archigram, New York: Princeton Architectural Press
Kronenburg, R. (2007), Flexible: Architecture that responds to change, London:Laurence King
Siegal, J. (2002), Mobile: The art of portable architecture, New York: Princeton Architectural Press
Baldwin, J., (1996) Bucky Works: Buckminster Fuller's Ideas for Today, John Wiley&Sons, New York
Brayer, A, M. &Simonot, B. (2002), Archilab’s Future House, London: Thames&Hudson

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

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

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

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.

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
2
Will be able to create individual menus using the principle of healthy eating plate.

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.

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.

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
Will be able to tell the ethical implications of their decisions and actions according to different cultural, social, humanitarian and political perspectives.

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.
2
Will be able to explain the chemistry of food by using the knowledge of molecular gastronomy.
3
Will be able to demonstrate responsible behavior for global environmental issues through their professional career according to sustainability criteria.

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 3 42
Preliminary & Further Study 12 3 36
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 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 12 3 36
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 3 3
Preparation for the Final Exam 1 3 3
Mid-Term Exam 1 3 3
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 3 3
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 42 0 126
Total Workload of the Course Unit 126
Workload (h) / 25.5 4,9
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0