Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences · Architecture · Undergraduate
Course Objective
Within the framework of the preliminary project, final design and detailed design, spatial arrangement, and carrier system studies, material is considered the alternatives.
Course Content
Developing Comprehensive Solutions to Design Problems Based on Specific Objectives; Discussing the Role of Natural and Cultural Environmental Conditions in Design; Examining Architecture through Design Problems; and Developing Proficiency in Architectural Terminology and Concepts and the Ability to Apply Them
Required Resources
Course Notes + Drawing Corrections
Recommended Resources
Prof. Dr. Mehmet H. Omurtag, Statik ve Mukavemet, Nobel Yayınevi, 2010
Prof. Dr. Mehmet Bakioğlu, Doç. Dr. Ünal Aldemir, Doç. Dr. Abdül Hayır, Statik Çözümlü Problemler, Birsen Yayınevi, 2007.
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 okuyabilmek, algılayabilmek ve bunlar arasında bağlam (senaryo/ konsept) geliştirerek eğimli arazi ihtiyacına dayalı yerleşimi tasarlama becerilerini öğrenir
- Avan proje kapsamında, mekânsal düzenleme, düşey sirkülasyon ve bina kabuğu tasarımını kavrar
- Mimari konseptinin grafiksel anlatımında teknik yeterliliğin kazanılmasının yanı sıra konuya özgü sunum geliştirir
- Kent coğrafyası, tipolojisi ve topoloji konuları hakkında çözümleme yapabilir
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 – Presentation of the Semester Project Topic; Project Site Visit; Introduction to the Parcels and Surrounding Environment; Collection of Data for Analysis and Silhouette Studies | Subject research |
| 2 | Evaluation of Observations from the Site Visit; Discussion of Project Topic Proposals and Determination of the Project Topic; Evaluation of the Analysis Studies | Analysis studies |
| 3 | Evaluation of Silhouette Studies; Analysis of Case Studies; Review of Scenario + Functional List + Functional Diagram Studies; Review of Sample Architectural Plans Related to the Project Topic | Sketching |
| 4 | Evaluation of Massing Alternatives and Sketches; Review of Functional Lists Evaluation of Massing Alternatives Together with the Site Model; Determination of the Massing Design | Sketching |
| 5 | Beginning of Design Corrections; Review of Initial Floor Plans; Corrections to Floor Plans; Review of Sample Architectural Plans | Site plan drawing |
| 6 | Corrections to Floor Plans; Site Plan Decisions; Corrections to the Site Plan and Floor Plans | Site plan drawing |
| 7 | Corrections to Floor Plans; Determination of Section Lines; Corrections to Floor Plans and Section Drawings 1st INTERIM JURY | Plan drawing |
| 8 | Ara Sınav | Ara Sınav |
| 9 | Corrections to the Site Plan, Floor Plans, and Section Drawings; Information Regarding the Interim Jury | Plan drawing |
| 10 | Architectural Design Proposals (Site Analyses + Concept Boards + Floor Level Plans + 1:200-Scale Model + Sections) | Plan drawing |
| 11 | 2nd INTERIM JURY | Section drawing |
| 12 | General Project Corrections; Review of Spatial–Facade Integration; Corrections to Facade Drawings; Review of Facade Case Studies | Facade drawing |
| 13 | Corrections to Facade Drawings; Evaluation of Perspective or 3D Drawings | Facade drawing |
| 14 | Corrections to Facade Drawings; Evaluation of Perspective or 3D Drawings | Facade drawing |
| 15 | Corrections to Facade Drawings; Evaluation of Perspective or 3D Drawings; General Corrections to the Overall Project; Evaluation of the Project Presentation Boards; General Information Regarding the Final Submission | Completing the missing drawings. |
| 16 | Final Sınavı | Final Sınavı |


