Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences · Architecture · Undergraduate
Course Objective
Developing a solution by considering the purpose-oriented design problem as a whole; discussing the role of natural and cultural environmental conditions in design; examining architecture through design problems; Gaining the ability to master and use the terminology and concepts related to architecture
Course Content
Designing an independent housing project considering environmental factors.
Required Resources
Proceedings of Revitalising Built Environments- Requalifying Old Places for New Uses, IAPS-CSBE &
Housing Network, International Symposium 12-16 October 2009,İstanbul Lee J.H., (2009). Celebrating the
City Urban Facilities, C3 Publishing Lynch, K., (1960).The Image of the City, Cambridge, Mass: MIT Press
Recommended Resources
Aldo Cibic, (2006). Mikrogerçeklikler. XXI dergisi Lee J.H.,(2008). Architecture for Public, C3 Publishing
Explanations
- Midterm Examination: The date, time, and venue of the midterm examination will be announced by the Dean’s Office.
- Practical Exercises: Practical exercises will be carried out in accordance with the topics covered during the course. Submission deadlines for each exercise will be announced separately.
- Quizzes: Quizzes will be announced one week in advance, and the announcement will specify the course content to be covered.
- Final Submission: The final submission will consist of six practical applications completed throughout the semester. These applications must be integrated into the student's architectural design project developed within the concurrent Architectural Design Studio. For each application topic, students are required to prepare one A3 or B2 presentation board that explains both the theoretical framework of the application and its implementation within the architectural project. Final submissions must be submitted both digitally and in printed format.
- Final Assessment Policy: As the final assessment is based on a comprehensive project submission rather than a written examination, there is no make-up (resit) examination for this course.
Rules
Attendance: According to the University Regulations, students who fail to attend at least 70% of the total course hours will receive a grade of DZ (Absent) and will automatically fail the course.
Late Arrival: Students are expected not only to attend class but also to arrive on time. Please note that three late arrivals are considered equivalent to one full absence. A late arrival is defined as entering the classroom after attendance has been taken by the instructor and more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start of the class.
Seeking Assistance: Students are encouraged to ask questions during class or office hours and to seek assistance whenever necessary. Obtaining timely support is an important part of the learning process and is strongly recommended.
Academic Integrity: All coursework submitted for assessment must represent your own original work and effort. Acts of academic misconduct, including plagiarism and cheating, are subject to the University's Academic Integrity and Disciplinary Regulations and may result in disciplinary action and the corresponding sanctions.
Assessment Policy: The assessment methods and grading criteria specified in this syllabus are final. No additional assignments, examinations, or make-up assessments will be offered for the purpose of improving course grades.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Var olan bir çevreye ait kentsel ve mimari verileri araştırır, okur ve analiz eder
- Projeye özgün bağlam (senaryo/ konsept) geliştirir
- Students evaluate the relationship between spatial design and its implementation within the context of building ventilation, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems, and active and passive fire protection systems in buildings.
- Tekrar, çoğaltma, çeşitlendirme problemlerini mimari bir gramer (mekânsal, strüktürel, yapısal) içerisinde çözümleme becerisini geliştirir
Core Area Distribution
Teaching Methods
Assessment & Evaluation
ECTS / Workload
| Activity | Quantity | Duration (h) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including Exam Week) | 15 | 8 | 120 |
| Out of Class Study Period | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Midterm | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignment | 2 | 12 | 24 |
| Practice | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| Final | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Course Schedule
| Week | Subject | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction – Explanation of the Project Topic and Site Kadıköy–Koşuyolu Site Visit | Assignment |
| 2 | Individual Preparation of 1:500-Scale Site Analysis Boards Continuation of the Analysis Studies | Assignment |
| 3 | Final Evaluation of the Analysis Studies CASE STUDY RESEARCH (Presentation of the Brief and Functional Diagram of Sample Projects) | Assignment |
| 4 | Determination of the Scenario and Design Concept Development of the Spatial Volume Based on the Concept through Study Models | Assignment |
| 5 | Placement of Massing Studies on the Site Plan Corrections to the Site Plan | Assignment |
| 6 | 1:200-Scale Site Plan Studies 1:100-Scale Floor Plans | Assignment |
| 7 | 1:100-Scale Floor Plans 1st INTERIM JURY | Assignment |
| 8 | Ara Sınav | Ara Sınav |
| 9 | 1:100-Scale Floor Plans; Determination of Section Lines 1:100-Scale Sections | Assignment |
| 10 | 1:100-Scale Sections | Assignment |
| 11 | Facade Design – Review of Case Studies | Assignment |
| 12 | Review of Spatial–Facade Integration 2nd INTERIM JURY | Assignment |
| 13 | Corrections to Facade Drawings Final Corrections (Floor Plans, Site Plans, Sections, and Elevations) | Assignment |
| 14 | Material Research for the Architectural Model Site Plan Model | Assignment |
| 15 | Detailed Massing Model | Assignment |
| 16 | Final Sınavı | Final Sınavı |


