ARCH535 CREATIVE MAPPING TECHNIQUES IN ARCHITECTURE
| Course Code: | 1200535 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Architecture |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. HACER ELA ARAL |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Course Objectives include improving knowledge and competence to use the theoretical and methodological information in the area of presentation in architecture, developing sensibility to the urban environments that we live in, improving the capability to visualize analysis, findings, proposals and assessments with proper visual media. Also improving the ability to access required information related to the concepts, discussions and developments, and developing consciousness of professional and ethical responsibilities in the field of architecture are in focus.
Course Content
Understanding and expression of a complex urban environments using the techniques of creative mapping in architecture. Readings for introducing the theory of creative mapping in architecture, and discussion on examples from art and architecture. Use of creative mapping techniques by students to present the
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, the student will be able to
- Understand and interpret the contemporary mapping theory for representing urban environments and related concepts,
- Know and evaluate the critical mapping theory in the scope of social, cultural, political, artistic and philosophical issues related to the scope of lived urban environments,
- Critically respond to the contemporary developments in fields of design, theory and criticism, urban and landscape research, and digital mediums, to integrate them with interdisciplinary perspectives,
- Conduct comprehensive research on the themes related to urban environments, and organize the outcomes with a critical position,
- Convey knowledge and research results competently with expressive / visual media used in architecture and urban design, using necessary techniques and programs.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | To be able to integrate the knowledge and understanding gained in the undergraduate program of architecture in a way to include developments in the fields of design, theory and criticism, urban and landscape research, digital design, and sustainability in architecture, and to acquire and comprehend advanced knowledge. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | To know the relations of social, cultural, political, economic, technological, artistic and philosophical theories, discourses, methods and tools with the discipline of architecture. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | To know the theoretical frameworks and research methods that provide the necessary basis for research in the field of architecture, and to internalize research ethics. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | To be able to construct and conduct research processes using research methods in the field of architecture and evaluate the results. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | To be able to access knowledge from different fields and to use it with an analytical, critical, innovative and creative approach in the context of architectural research. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | To have independent learning and scientific research skills. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | To be able to convey knowledge and research results in a consistent and comprehensible manner with oral, written and visual expression. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | To have the ability to research and practice in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary environments. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | To be able to apply the knowledge, understanding, problematic definition and solution development skills gained about architecture in different professional and academic contexts. | ✔ | |||
| 10 | To be able to develop a critical approach based on knowledge and competence. | ✔ | |||
| 11 | To be able to manage complex and unpredictable situations related to the field of expertise with the awareness of social, environmental and ethical responsibilities and to develop new strategic approaches. | ✔ | |||
| 12 | To be able to conduct independent scientific research in the field of expertise and to be aware of the importance of lifelong learning. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution