BIOMIMICRY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
UTI334	BIOMIMICRY	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. HACER GÜLŞEN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Biomimicry is an approach that develops artificial systems, products, and technologies inspired by natural organisms' structures, functions, processes, and adaptations. Therefore, the main objective of the biomimicry course is to provide students with an understanding of how these features can be adapted to artificial systems by examining various characteristics and adaptations of organisms in nature and to provide students with the ability to produce innovative solutions inspired by nature.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course will introduce the interdisciplinary field of biomimicry. The basic concepts of biomimicry will be learned using multiple perspectives, including the fields of biology, design, business, engineering, and architecture. Biomimicry is learning about and from nature to transfer this knowledge and propose innovative solutions to human-related problems. The exact process helps to advance knowledge production in biology and other supporting fields. Our interdisciplinary approach will draw on biology, design, business, engineering, and architecture examples, emphasizing convergent themes such as form-function relationships, waste reduction, life cycles, and sustainability. Thus, the knowledge gained in the course can be used as a framework for students who wish to pursue more profound studies in biomimicry and a basis for application to other areas of interest. It will be helpful to familiarize oneself with basic concepts in biology, design, business, engineering, architecture, and medicine. However, depth in any discipline is optional to complete or benefit from this course.

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

Students who complete the Biomimicry course will gain the following knowledge, skills, and abilities 1. They will become knowledgeable and enthusiastic about biomimicry. 2. Their relationship with the local environment will be strengthened. 3. Learn to recognize better, observe processes and systems, and think creatively about nature. 4. See nature as a teacher and model, not as something to be exploited. 5. Learn to collaborate with nature to develop and implement practical solutions to current challenges. 6. Describe the theories and methods behind biomimicry. 7. Present various examples of biomimetic applications and how they work. 8. Develop their ideas for biomimetic design. 9. Will be able to think innovatively in design, business, engineering, and architecture.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Introduction to Biomics	-
2	-	Basic Concepts and Principles of Biomimicry	-
3	-	History and Examples of Biomimicry	-
4	-	Inspiration from Biomimicry and Design Process	-
5	-	Biomimicry in Business	-
6	-	Infecting Biological Samples	-
7	-	Biomimicry in Engineering and Technology	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	Biomimicry in Architecture and Design	-
10	-	Biomimicry in Sustainable Product Development	-
11	-	Design Thinking	-
12	-	Adaptation and Flexibility in Biomimicry	-
13	-	Biomimicry Education and Challenges	-
14	-	Case Studies	-
15	-	Student Projects and Presentations	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Janine M. Benyus (2002). Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature. Harper Perennial. Harper Perennial. Akhlesh Lakhtakia, Raúl José Marín-Palma (2013). Engineered Biomimicry. Elsevier. Michael Pawlyn (2016). Biomimicry in Architecture. RIBA Publishing. Margo Farnsworth (2020). Biomimicry and Business. Routledge. Ayşe Meriç Yazıcı (2023). The business of biomimicry and the wisdom of living organisms. Holistence Publishing.

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

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Recognize the alphabets used by Turks in the historical process, especially Ottoman Turkish alphabet.
2	Recognize the distinguished examples of World Literature in the forms of verse and prose.
3	Defend the idea that Turkish literature has national and genuine cultural identity

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use professional English to be able to benefit from international academic publications.
2	Act according to social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in all kinds of studies related to the field.
3	Examine the bibliography of the studies on Turkish Language and Literature according to countries and schools in written, printed and electronic media.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Examine Turkish grammar in historical-comparative terms in terms of sound, form, syntax, semantics and vocabulary by using general linguistics methods and theories
2	Examine the course materials, research methods, information and theories used in Turkish Language and Literature Program.
3	Discuss the historical development of Contemporary Turkish Literature and the texts on the historical period and the cultural atmosphere.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Turkish language and literature with a critical approach and with the help of interdisciplinary information.
2	Use philosophy, sociology, law, economics, etc. and makes interdisciplinary interpretations.
3	Evaluate the new trends in World Literature especially in Contemporary Turkish Literature.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Solve problems encountered in the field as individual and as member of a team.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate the knowledge and theories of Contemporary Literature in terms of literature and linguistics within the framework of certain theories.
2	Evaluate the extent to which Turkish Language and Literature is influenced by the civilization circles in which it is a part of.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluates the fields of application of sustainability in the field of Turkish Language and Literature.
2	Research and study at the academic level.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate all subjects related to Turkish Language and Literature in the context of “The Integrity of Turkish Language and Literature".

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	14	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	5	3	15
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	2	3	6
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	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	7	2	14
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	4	2	8
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	48	0	129