CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION METHODS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
RKY427	CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION METHODS	7	3	3	7

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to examine the development process of architectural building design and applications throughout history and analytically. To provide information about building types, designs, qualities of materials used in buildings and building design stages.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include space, housing history, development of space, types of architectural programs, materials and construction techniques used in buildings, building-program-environment, building structures, the standards in the design of the space, and to examine the types of space elements.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
List the functions and functional elements of structures.
Describe the concepts of planning, programming and design.
Classify and list the user requirements necessary to consider while designing structures.
Distinguish types of housing.
Describe the qualities of housing types.
Distinguish the types and qualities of construction materials used in buildings.
List the factors influencing construction methods.
Describe the importance of anthropometry in designing structure and space.
List the basic issues to be considered in the restorations of old buildings.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Introduction to the course, contents of the course. Dwelling, building, house, shelter? What are the factors effecting the construction of the building?	Lecture
2	Reading the relevant source on the subject	What are the basic necessities of human? What are the construction process phases?	Lecture
3	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Physical environment features effecting the design	Lecture
4	Reading the relevant source on the subject	What are the types of dwellings	Lecture
5	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Construction elements constituting the building	Lecture
6	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Construction materials used in the building	Lecture
7	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Classification of conveying systems	Lecture
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Construction methods and practice	Lecture
10	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Building design concepts and application examples.	Lecture
11	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Old building restoration, maintenance and repair	Lecture
12	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Anthropometry: size and human as a target.	Lecture
13	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Structure biology	Lecture
14	Reading the relevant source on the subject	Wall, roof and isolation.	Lecture
15	Reading the relevant source on the subject	General Revision and Evaluation of the course	Lecture
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Neufert, E. 2017. Yapi Tasarim Bilgisi. Ankara: Beta Publications.
Ustun, B. (2012). Bina ve Yapim Bilgisi. Eskisehir: Acikogretim Fakultesi Publications.
Foque, R. (2010). Building Knowledge in Architecture. Bruxelles: Academic & Scientific Publishers.

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	Explain the current information about the field by associating with the modern technical and material knowledge necessary for conservation and restoration.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Establish a connection between the knowledge and facts acquired in the field of Restoration and Conservation and the necessary scientific and digital technological areas.		1

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of restoration and conservation.				3
2	Interpret the concepts and laws of conservation on universal scale.			2
3	Prepare technical specifications, discovery, quantity and progress reports.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluate the raw material and current deterioration status of the work.			2
2	Prepare restoration and restitution projects.				3
3	Analyze the problems and project data in restoration and conservation projects.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Conclude an advanced project related to the field independently.		1
2	Collaborate with other departments in offices, workshops, construction sites and archaeological excavations.			2
3	Express his/her ideas orally and in writing in interdisciplinary studies related to the field.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gain basic knowledge about the field of restoration and conservation.			2
2	With the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning, accept the principle of following up the scientific and technological developments and renewing itself continuously.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Discuss the ideas and solutions to the problems related to restoration and conservation with experts.	0
2	Discuss the ideas and solutions to the problems related to restoration and conservation with experts.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Consider social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of restoration and conservation.		1
2	Apply the knowledge of terminology, principles and legislation in the field of restoration and conservation with the awareness of legal and ethical responsibilities.			2
3	Distinguish the deterioration processes of building and building materials and detect measures to be taken against existing disturbances.	0
4	Evaluate the chemical properties and application of materials used in professional applications.	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	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
Assignment (Homework)	14	2	28
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	14	2	28
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	14	2	28
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	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	85	0	183