ACOUSTIC PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
IMI453	ACOUSTIC	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 students with the basic design principles of acoustic and sound insulation systems that will provide maximum physical comfort conditions in architectural interior and exterior spaces and integration of these systems to design.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include subjects of physics of sound and hearing and measurement, Reflection, refraction and diffusion of sound & sound absorber materials, Principles of sound insulation from air, Sound insulation from structure, HVAC noise control, Physics of sound, measurement and hearing, Room design for music, Theaters, multi-purpose halls, Acoustics in movie theaters and studios, speech sensitivity and confidentiality in open-plan offices, Vibration isolation, Artificial sound systems.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define acoustic and sound insulation system to provide maximum physical comfortable conditions in interior and exterior spaces.
Explain reflection, refraction, diffusion of sound and sound absorbing material.
Identify the criteria of room design for music.
Evaluate the acoustic conditions at the theaters, multi-purpose halls, movie theaters and studios by examples.
Design interior and exterior spaces according to basic principles of acoustic and sound insulation systems.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Introduction to the syllabus. Introduction to the course materials	Introduction to the course and general concepts	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
2	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Pysics of sound & hearing and measuring it	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
3	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Reflection, breaking and spread of sound & sound enclosure materials	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
4	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Sound insulation resulting from the structure - Sound insulation in buildings	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
5	Revision of course materials and the previous week	HVAC noise control - noise control in buildings	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
6	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Pysics of sound & hearing and measuring it	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
7	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Pysics of sound & hearing and measuring it	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Room design for music	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
10	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Room design for music	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
11	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Theaters, multi-purpose halls, cinema halls and acoustic in studio	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
12	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Theaters, multi-purpose halls, cinema halls and acoustic in studio	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
13	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Speaking sensitivity and privacy in offices planes as outdoor	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
14	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Vibration insulation	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
15	Revision of course materials and the previous week	Artificial sound systems	PowerPoint Presentation, Face to Face Discussion over the Subject
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
B. Stein, R.J.Reynolds, 2010 Mechanical and Electrical Equipments for Buildings, .John Wiley and Sons.Inc.– ABD,
Madan Mehta- 1999 Architectural Acoustics- Prinsiples and Design. Prentice-Hall, Inc. ABD
Steffy, Gary (2001) Architectural Lighting Design 2nd Edition. NY: John Wiley & Sons.
B. Stein, R.J.Reynolds, Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings. John Wiley and Sons.Inc.– ABD, 2006
Entwistle, J. (2012). Detail in contemporary lighting design. London: Laurence King.
Tokyay, V. Z. (2010). Mimarligin olusumunda saydamligin isigi. Istanbul: Tasarim Publications.
Fescher, J. (2014). Lighting design. Germany: Ullmann Publishing.
Overy, P. (2007). Light, air & openness :OverThames & Hudson, London
Steffy, Gary (2001) Architectural Lighting Design 2nd Edition. NY: John Wiley & Sons.
B. Stein, R.J.Reynolds, Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings. John Wiley and Sons.Inc.– ABD, 2006
Entwistle, J. (2012). Detail in contemporary lighting design. London: Laurence King.
Tokyay, V. Z. (2010). Mimarligin olusumunda saydamligin isigi. Istanbul: Tasarim Publications.
Fescher, J. (2014). Lighting design. Germany: Ullmann Publishing.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

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