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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES |
| LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE (MASTER) (WITH THESIS) | |
| Code | PM568 |
| Name | Quantitative Methods in Landscape Planning |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. SÜHA BERBEROĞLU |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
Utilizes computer-based analytical tools for planning analysis, and descriptive and influence statistics as applied to public policies in planning and environmental policy.
Course Content
The major concept of the lecture is to introduce quantitative techniques in collecting and analysing spatial data for landscape planning. In this context the lecture covers, data sources used in landscape planning and Geographical Information Systems, data analysis, correlation and regression analysis, boolean, arithmetic statistical operations together with multiple regression, principal component analysis, fuzzy theory and artificial neural networks.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | To be able to develop and deepen their knowledge at the level of expertise in the same or a different field based on their undergraduate level qualifications. |
| LO02 | To be able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field. |
| LO03 | It has an advanced level of knowledge and insight that provides the foundation for original studies in the field of landscape planning and landscape design on the basis of the competencies gained at the undergraduate level. |
| LO04 | Critical awareness of the problems of the nature, sources, knowledge production and testing of information in the interface between landscape planning and other fields related to the field of landscape design. |
| LO05 | To be able to use the theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of expertise. |
| LO06 | To be able to create new information by integrating the information in the field with the information from different disciplines; analyze the problems that require expertise by using scientific research methods. |
| LO07 | Gains the necessary cognitive and practical skills for the professional practice in graduate education. |
| LO08 | Apply gained knowledge, comprehension and problem solving skills in new and non-conventional environments, in a wider, interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary and disciplined context. |
| LO09 | To be able to construct a problem, to develop a solution method, to be able to solve the problem. |
| LO10 | To be able to develop new strategic approaches for solving problems and to be able to produce solutions by taking responsibility. |
| LO11 | To be able to critically evaluate the information related to the field, to direct learning and to carry out advanced studies independently. |
| LO12 | To be able to transfer the current developments and their studies to the groups in the field and outside the field in written, oral and visual form. |
| LO13 | To be able to examine social relations and the norms that direct these relations from a critical point of view, to develop them and to change them when necessary. |
| LO14 | To be able to use information and communication technologies at an advanced level with computer software. |
| LO15 | To be able to develop strategy, policy and implementation plans related to landscape planning and landscape design and to evaluate the obtained results within the framework of quality processes. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyzes the information obtained during the collection, interpretation and application of data related to the field, taking into account social, scientific, cultural and ethical values. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Describes current knowledge in the same or a different field, based on undergraduate level qualifications. | 5 |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Gains and applies the ability to identify, define, formulate and solve engineering problems. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Collects data related to the field, analyzes and interprets the results. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses the knowledge of the principles, processes and tools of Landscape Architecture together with solutions in the professional field. | 2 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Works effectively individually or by taking responsibility in multi-disciplinary teams. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | He/she follows the developments in science and technology and renews himself/herself on issues related to his/her field. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | He/she independently carries out a study that requires expertise in his/her field. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It uses the knowledge and competence to reflect the philosophy, elements, principles and tools of landscape design into the detailed landscape design process. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops positive attitudes and behaviors regarding lifelong learning in the field of Landscape Architecture and adopts the universal conditions required by the profession. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Uses advanced computer software, information and communication technologies at the level required by the field. | 2 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Landscape Architecture uses contemporary communication methods to develop and explain ideas and presents them visually, verbally or in writing. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It adopts the principle of complying with scientific and ethical values in all its works. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | To be able to develop strategy, policy and implementation plans on issues related to his/her field and evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Evaluates the knowledge and skills acquired in the field with a critical approach. | 3 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It presents plans and design proposals that are sensitive to society, area and nature for different landscape types. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to database and its management | none | |
| 2 | Statistical methods in landscape planning | Readings | |
| 3 | Multi-variate statistics in land use and its usage in the analysis of environmental data | Readings | |
| 4 | Fuzzy logic theory and its application in planning | Readings | |
| 5 | Artificial Neural Networks | Readings | |
| 6 | Multi-criteria Analysis | Readings | |
| 7 | Decision support systems and multi-criteria analysis | Readings | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | ||
| 9 | Laboratory exercise | Readings | |
| 10 | Interpolation methods | Readings | |
| 11 | Geostatistics | Readings | |
| 12 | Introduction to non-linear models | Readings | |
| 13 | Laboratory exercise | Readings | |
| 14 | Homework, project | Preparation for presentation of the project | |
| 15 | Environmental modelling case studies | Readings | |
| 16 | Term Exams | ||
| 17 | Term Exams |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 6 | 84 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 6 | 12 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 142 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,68 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||