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INTRODUCTION TO CINEMA I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
STV119 INTRODUCTION TO CINEMA I 1 4 4 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 : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. EMRE DOĞAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. RABİYA SALTİK DUVAN
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This course aims to provide the students with introduction to cinema discipline course and familiarize with basic concepts on cinema.
Contents of the Course Unit: Contents of the course include the basic elements in the creation of cinema which are scenario, filmic space, film time, motion, image, decor, light, colour costume, sound, play, cinema genres, cinema trends.

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

Define the functions of cinema space.
Classify Cinema Types.
Compare the trends of cinema.
Tell the structure of the film.
Interpret the types of cinema.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Reading What is cinema? Lecture
2 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Filmic space, filmic time, motion Discussion about student presentations
3 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Image, dimensions for shooting, shooting schedule Discussion about student presentations
4 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Costume, make up Discussion about student presentations
5 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Cinema Genres (War, Science Fiction, Musicals, Horror) Discussion about student presentations
6 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Cinema Genres (Documentaries, Animation, Tragedy, Dram, Melodrama) Discussion about student presentations
7 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Cinema Genres (Film d'Art, Comedy, Historical) Discussion about student presentations
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Cinema Genres (Expressionism, Poetic Realism, Neorealism) Discussion about student presentations
10 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Cinema Trends (New Wave, Free Cinema, New Cinema, Underground movies) Discussion about student presentations
11 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Director, Head Cameraman, Art Director Job Description Discussion about student presentations
12 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Production Chief, Montage and Music Discussion about student presentations
13 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Casting Director, Actor/Actress Discussion about student presentations
14 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Decor, Environment/Composition Discussion about student presentations
15 Reading and Presentation on the relevant subject Studio, Budget, Movie Promotion and Marketing Discussion about student presentations
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Novell-Smith, G. (2003). Dunya Sinema Tarihi. Ahmet Fethi (Trns.). Istanbul: Kabalci Publications.

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
Students will be able to define the concepts related to radio, cinema and television sectors.
5

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Students will be able to discuss the reflections of this information in the fields of application by dominating both basic and new theoretical orientations and concepts in radio, cinema and television fields.
5
2
Students will be able to comprehend the historical processes of radio, television, and cinema, media, and communication fields and compare them with today's sectoral trends.
5

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Students will be able to have knowledge about the structure and working principle of the technical materials used in the field, follow the current material developed in line with the new orientations and apply this knowledge by reflecting on their own studies.
5
2
Students will be able to using advanced knowledge and skills in thier field, they can analyze the data obtained during their studies and solve based on evidence.
3

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Students will be able to combine the theoretical knowledge related by the radio, television and cinema sectors with the practical methods.
5
2
Students will be able to work in the field of radio, television and cinema, they develop appropriate solutions by calculating possible problems.
4
3
Students will be able to develop collaborative work by linking radio, television, and cinema fields with other arranged disciplines.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Students will be able to admninist individual and collaborative work in groups such as projects, social activity, artistic activity.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
They come to each lesson with a review of the research that is relevant to the topic to be worked on, thus students will be able to improve their life-long exploration of the developments in the field.
5
2
Students will be able to question the innovations they pursue, they discover their own directions of radio, television, and cinema.
5
3
Students will be able to develop vocational learning skills in the field and reflect them in their own work, contributing to the ability of individuals who work together to gain these skills.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Students will be able to inform related persons and institutions about issues related to the field; ideas and suggestions for solving the problems.
5
2
Students will be able to provide the opportunity to use and share knowledge, and skills effectively by participating in national and international film screenings, festivals, contests, and similar organizations.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Students will be able to recognize the ethical values in radio, television, and cinema fields and applies them in the working environment.
3
2
Students will be able to organize that bring together individuals working in the field of radio, television, and cinema organizations and arrange an environment of reflection and discussion.
3

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 12 4 48
Preliminary & Further Study 0 0 0
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 12 2 24
Assignment (Homework) 3 3 9
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 2 8 16
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 2 4 8
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 1 4 4
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 1 10 10
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 7 7
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 36 0 128
Total Workload of the Course Unit 128
Workload (h) / 25.5 5
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0