SELECTION OF PLACE PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ARC342	SELECTION OF PLACE	5	2	2	5

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 :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. İLKE CİRİTCİ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The objective of this course is introducing students the concept of space through its various multidisciplinary and historical transformation process. The course aims to introduce the complex relationship between physical and mental space in order to clarify the design and representation mechanisms in architecture.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The philosophical conception of space from Antiquity until Modernity and its instrumentalization in the discipline of architecture will be presented in general terms. Starting with the etymology and everyday usage of the term, the distinction between volumetric and aesthetic theories in the modern conception of space will be discussed.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
To gain basic information about the etymology and epistemology of the concept of space.
To be aware of the basic discussions about the transformation of the concept of space within the discipline of architecture and its instrumentalization by modernist architecture.
Ability to think conceptually on space.
Matching different conceptions of space with social structures and architectural products.
Analyzing and comparing architectural products through the concept of space.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Introduction and brief	-
2	-	Usage of the term of space in different disciplines and everyday life	Lecture/Discussion
3	-	Etymological origins of space	Lecture/Discussion
4	-	Ancient Greece: Platonic Space	Lecture/Discussion
5	-	Ancient Greece: Space according to Aristotle	Lecture/Discussion
6	-	From the Middle Ages into the Enlightenment: Galileo	Lecture/Discussion
7	-	From the Middle Ages into the Enlightenment: Descartes and Newton	Lecture/Discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	From Enlightenment into the Modernity	Lecture/Discussion
10	-	Volumetric Theories: Space as an enclosure	Lecture/Discussion
11	-	Aesthetic Theories: Space as a mental construction	Lecture/Discussion
12	-	Internationalization of the modern concept of space	Lecture/Discussion
13	Research and poster design	Student Presentations	Poster Presentation
14	Research and poster design	Student Presentations	Poster Presentation
15	Research and poster design	Student Presentations	Poster Presentation
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

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	With the architectural education, students will gain the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, which are supported by educational sources containing current information, and also be able to discuss and evaluate physical composition systems and methods.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They will have the comprehension and knowledge in relation to scientific, IT, aesthetic, art and historical and cultural infrastructure in the field of architecture.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They will be able to apply the theoretical knowledge and applications gained in the programme in their working life.		1

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They will interpret and evaluate the environmental conditions required for architectural design by using their advanced knowledge and skills gained through the programme and they will also develop their ability to present their ideas and thoughts adequately in projects.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can work independently both in architectural education and its related fields.	0
2	They will take on responsibility individually or as a group member in order to solve unforeseen problems faced in the production field of architecture discipline.	0
3	They will plan and manage activities with regards to professional development of the staff working under their responsibility in the production field of architecture discipline.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They will make lifetime learning a priority in order to follow recent changes and innovations as necessary in architecture.			2
2	They will be able to determine their learning needs during and after their educational life and channel them.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They will inform individuals and institutions in the field of architectural. They will transfer their thoughts regarding architectural projects and problems using written, oral and presentation methods.				3
2	They will share their thoughts and solution suggestions with professionals and non-professionals related to the field of architecture by supporting it with quantitative and qualitative data.	0
3	They will organise activities regarding social environment with social awareness and they will take an effective role.	0
4	They will be able to use information technology effectively in the field of architecture.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They will act appropriately in the context of social, scientific and ethic values in all phases of architectural planning process including collecting and evaluating data, producing and implementing projects.	0
2	They will take part in construction management in the context of authority and responsibility. They will also have adequate awareness of environment protection and health and occupational safety issues.	0

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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
Assignment (Homework)	1	40	40
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	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	8	8
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	8	8
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	47	0	128