BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION KNOWLEDGE I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
IAE255	BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION KNOWLEDGE I	3	4	4	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
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. İBRAHİM EROL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. VOLKAN ÖZTAŞ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It includes giving information about the structural systems and spatial organizations of the buildings and obtaining the synthesis of this information within the scope of a project.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course includes the topics related to; building technology concepts, presentation of building and construction systems, user-environment-building system interaction and in this context, analysis of environmental factors and expected performance characteristics from the building, building-ground relationship, introduction to building subsystems, structural systems in the building, system components and structural systems carrying structures, functional building elements, infrastructure, building-ground relationship, design principles of the building's foundation, wall and floor elements, application techniques and materials etc.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define the structural system of a building. (1)
Classify the structural systems of buildings. (4)
Defines the structural elements of the buildings.
Gets an idea about the application stages by making application drawings about the system elements of the buildings.(3)
Gains information about materials used in building systems. (6)

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Revision of syllabus	Description of the course, explanation of the topics of structure and construction information	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
2	Examining course resources, following current structural developments.	Information on traditional construction methods. The concept of masonry construction; masonry structural elements and design principles; information on foundations, masonry walls, and slab types in masonry structures.	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
3	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Frame (skeletal) structural systems; operating principles and structural behavior of skeletal systems, foundation principles, skeletal system structural elements, architectural dimensioning, axis system, and scale logic.	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
4	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Reinforced concrete frame (skeletal) structural systems; foundations, classification of foundations, shallow foundations, deep foundations, single, continuous, raft, and pile foundations, retaining walls, drainage, soil and application studies, and foundation isolation methods.	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
5	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Reinforced concrete frame (skeletal) structural systems; identification of vertical load-bearing systems and elements resting on foundation types, identification of horizontal elements connecting vertical load-bearing structures, reinforced concrete beams, and reinforced concrete slabs.	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
6	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Steel frame and lightweight steel construction systems. Timber frame (skeleton) construction systems.	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
7	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Examination of earthquake and fire regulations and their effects on building design. Building protection and insulation methods (heat, water, fire, and sound insulation systems).	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Vertical circulation systems: ramps, walkways, elevators and stairs.	Lecturing and drawing application
10	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Stair construction, stair details, steel and wooden stairs.	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
11	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Wood roof systems; suspended and freestanding roof systems, structural and constructive application details according to roof systems.	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
12	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Steel roof systems, the connection and application details of steel roofs with interior building materials.	Lecturing and drawing application
13	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	Partition wall and suspended ceiling systems and application details.	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
14	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	General Review	Lecturing and drawing application
15	Examining course resources, reviewing previous course topics and following current structural developments.	General Review	Lecturing and examining examples, Ppt Presentation
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Eldem, S.H. (1973), Yapi, Istanbul: Birsen Publications
Soygenis, M. (2008), Yapi 2-3-4, Istanbul: Birsen Publications
Ching, F.D.K. (2006), Cizimlerle Bina Yapim Rehberi, Istanbul: YEM Publications
Erten, E. (2012), Mimarlikta Yapi-Yapim, Istanbul: Birsen Publications
Hasol, D. (2017), Mimarlik Ve Yapi Sozlugu / 2 Dilde, Istanbul: Yapi Endustri Merkezi Publications
Yapim + malzeme /Farrelly, Lorraine. - Literatur, Istanbul: - 176 p.: 23 cm. Original title : Construction + materiality, 2012
Berkoz, S. (1975), Yapim'da Sistemler Yaklasimi, Istanbul: Istanbul Teknik Universitesi Mimarlik Fakultesi
Plunkett, D. (2014), Construction and detailing for interior design, London: Laurence King,
Keyder, E. (2013), Celik Yapi Elemanlari, Ankara: Seckin Publications
Eric, M. (2002), Yapı Fizigi ve Malzemesi, Istanbul: Literatur Publications, 2nd Volume
Toydemir, N., Gurdal, E. & Tanacan, L., (2002), Yapi Elemanlari Tasariminda Malzeme, Istanbul: Literatur Publications
Brooker, G. & Stone, S. (2012), Ic Mimarlikta; Bicim + Yapi (Neslihan Sik, Trns.) Istanbul: Literatur Publications
Ersoy, H.Y. (2001), Kompozit Malzeme, Istanbul: Literatur Publications
Llyod-Thomas, K. (2017), Malzeme Konulari (Mehmedi Vehbi Gokce, Trns.), Ankara: Nobel Akademik Publications
Arslan-Gulay, Y. (2011), Ic Mekan Boyalarinin Insan Sagligina Etkileri, Istanbul: TMMOB Mimarlar Odasi Mimarlik Vakfi Isletmesi Publications
Lorraine, F. & Brown, R. (2012), Materials and Interior Design, London: Laurence King Publishing.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	30		Classical Exam
Homework Assessment	1	10
Short Exam	1	10
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	4	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to define the basic concepts of design principles in interior architecture and environmental design.	0

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to use the knowledge about subjects like art, environment and cultural history in their professional life and daily life.		1

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to analyze by leading national and international project and cost management and processes in interdisciplinary work with internal and external labor market (public private sector and voluntary organizations)				3
2	Students will be able to organize interior architecture and exterior design application and technical equipment projects in interdisciplinary cooperation with different professional fields.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to use drawing methods and techniques (CAD, 3D max and visual expression programs and freehand drawing) in their design work.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By taking responsibility within individual or group, students will be able to apply interior design principles and skills learned in the interior and surroundings		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students will be able to analyze possible problems and different regulations in interior and nearby environmental planning areas, by adopting the principle of lifelong learning, with social, cultural, innovative, sustainable and open to be develop ideas and solutions.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The Interior Architecture and Environmental design program graduates will be able to organize enviromental , sustainable projects and activities in the social dimension within the scope of their social responsibilities in their field studies.				3
2	Students will be able to explain himself/herself in writing and speaking in Turkish and at least one foreign language in order to cooperate with related persons and institutions.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The graduates of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design program will be able to design, application oriented sustainable, interchangeable and innovative interior architecture and environmental design projects in their professional lives by considering the life of the community						5
2	Interior Architecture and Environmental Design graduates will be able to develop recommendations on the design-application projects of interiors social and nearby environments and project-cost management by using professional code of conduct, criteria and standards in accordance with legal frameworks.						5
3	Students will be able to organize interior architecture and environmental design projects with local, regional, national and cultural sensitivity and ethical values interdisciplinary studies in cooperation.						5

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	6	78
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	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	4	4
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	6	6
Mid-Term Exam	1	4	4
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	6	6
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	31	0	154