MIM437 Ecological Design

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE
ARCHITECTURE PR.
Code MIM437
Name Ecological Design
Term 2021-2022 Academic Year
Semester 7. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 3 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Öğr. Gör. TOLGA UZUN
Course Instructor Öğr. Gör. TOLGA UZUN (Güz) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

Having the knowledge of environmentally conscious building design

Course Content

Building design with ecological design features/Application, design, usage processes

Course Precondition

Resources

Notes



Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Takes responsibility and works effectively within a team
LO02 Have knowledge of foreign language in ecological terms.
LO03 Determines the learning needs related to the field of architecture, searches for resources, reaches information.
LO04 Designs using the knowledge gained in the field of ecological architecture.
LO05 It develops an environmentally friendly attitude and uses the information obtained for the benefit of the society.
LO06 Determines educational needs in scientific, cultural, artistic and social fields in line with their interests and abilities
LO07 Provides protection of natural resources and creation of healthy buildings and settlements
LO08 Manages the sustainable architectural project from the sketch to the application project phase.
LO09 Creates awareness about Ecological Architecture and has the skills to ensure sustainable life.
LO10 Communicates effectively in writing and orally in the field of Ecological Architecture,
LO11 Uses the theoretical and applied knowledge in architectural applications
LO12 Conducts design studies in the field of Ecological Architecture, identifies problems and develops solution
LO13 Plans, projects and executes the work related to the field of Ecological Architecture individually,
LO14 Seeks and manages a solution in the architectural design process against the environmental problems it encounters.
LO15 Produces solutions with indoor air quality and healthy materials in line with basic ecological architecture principles


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 - Gains required information in the field of architecture, can use theoretical and practical knowledge together in architectural practice. 4
PLO02 - Gains required foreign language knowledge about his/her occupancy at B1 level. 4
PLO03 - Designs using the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of architecture, examines and interprets facts and phenomenons by using scientific methods and techniques. 4
PLO04 - Develops himself/herself continously by specifying his/ her needs toward his/her interest and talents, scientific, cultural, artistic and social areas as well as occupancy improvement. 3
PLO05 - Collects data, develops designs, evaluates conclusions, identifies problems and develops solutions in the field of architecture. 3
PLO06 - Takes responsibility , leads and works effectively as an individual and /or within a team. 3
PLO07 - Prepares plans and projects individually for any kind of work in the field of architecture, does consulting and peer-reviewing. 4
PLO08 - Takes responsibility in solving problems individually or as a team member, plans and manages activities concerning the development of subordinates. 3
PLO09 - Defines the educational needs in the field of architecture, undertakes literature review, reaches knowledge and uses databases. 3
PLO10 - Develops an attitude in favour of lifelong learning and uses gathered knowledge for public benefit. 3
PLO11 - Generates public awareness in the field of architecture, acquires skills for sustainable use of design parameters. 5
PLO12 - Effectively uses written and oral communication skills, follows and organizes seminars and meetings in the field of architecture, prepares projects and follows foreign publications using foreign language skills. 3
PLO13 - Uses computer software, technologies of informatics and communication needed in the field of architecture. 1
PLO14 - Applies basic architectural principles in the levels of building, interior design and urban design. 5
PLO15 - Gains consciousness for identification and preservation of historical settings, prepares documents on historical monuments and sites, knows and uses required techniques for preparation of restoration projects. 2
PLO16 - Develops sustainable architectural and urban design decisions, protects naturally and culturally significant buildings and sites and generates healthy buildings and environments. 5
PLO17 - Develops, evaluates and applies an architectural project with a comprehensive plan from the design phase to the phase of application project (structural and environmental systems, safety issues, seperators, etc.). 4
PLO18 - Understands the role of training, right and liabilities of employer and trainee in career development. 1
PLO19 - Understands and interprets guidelines of structures under vertical and horizontal forces and development and implementation of contemporary structural systems. 1


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Definition of ecology / Definition of ecology in architecture General Expression
2 Ecological design principles in new designs Course notes
3 Reuse of old buildings in accordance with contemporary usage criteria Course notes
4 Ecological principles in the design of smart buildings Course notes
5 Examination of domestic and foreign samples Course notes
6 Consumption of natural resources, environment and human health, energy production and architecture Course notes
7 Ecological building design, usage principles and strategies Course notes
8 Mid-Term Exam Written Exam
9 Development of ecological building design Course notes
10 Solutions for existing environment and new architectural designs Course notes
11 Examination of ecological principles in smart buildings Course notes
12 Architectural elements integrated with ecological designs Course notes
13 Investigation of the possibilities of usage principles of contemporary construction elements in ecological design Course notes
14 Research of Domestic Samples Individual Homework
15 Research of Overseas Samples Individual Homework
16 Term Exams Final presentation
17 Term Exams Final presentation


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
Grand Total - 100


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 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 6 6
Final Exam 1 16 16
Total Workload (Hour) 78
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,12
ECTS 3 ECTS

Update Time: 05.05.2025 02:38