COURSE UNIT TITLE

: MATERIAL KNOWLEDGE II

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
STA 1022 MATERIAL KNOWLEDGE II COMPULSORY 2 2 0 4

Offered By

Stage Design

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IŞINSU ERSAN ÖZTÜRK

Offered to

Stage Design

Course Objective

Practical application of basic tools and materials can be used in making of decor and accessories for stage purposes.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   Develop the ability to realize the stage decor and be able to present it to audience
2   Able to collect and use scientific data during design process beside being capable of presenting it as a concluded application
3   Be able to internalize modern technological developments while researching for materials and adapt to design process
4   Be able to analyze realize design methods and materials beforehand that can be used in the process of creating the design.
5   Gain the ability to use accurate data and technical equipment consciously in his/her designs in the field of stage and performing arts.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

STA 1021 - Material Knowledge I

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Polyurethane/styrofoam/polystyrene
2 Polyurethane/styrofoam/polystyrene
3 Polyurethane/styrofoam/polystyrene
4 Mask
5 Mask
6 Mask
7 Mask
8 Ageing-paper
9 Report presentation
10 Mid-term/assignment
11 Report presentation
12 Report presentation
13 Calculation method of material costs
14 Calculation method of material costs

Recomended or Required Reading

Course materials: Building Exhibition catalogs, Construction / Architecture and Interior Design Magazines, Construction Market Brochures

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1.Courses
The instructor present the materials and utensils that students may use in the field of stage design, direct the students to follow recent developments in the fields of application for creation of a decor and stage props as well as to solve problems that may arise and present their views on these subjects by preparing a written/visual report or via midterm and final exams.


2.Reviewing Sessions and Discussions
The assignments will be given to each student upon basic materials and it is expected from them to present these research projects in the class on a certain date that instructor have decided. Within the framework of the project for each material that will be produced by the student and within the time given for the selection of the main designs, the reviewing sessions about assignments-according to their presentation deadline-will be held each week in the first half-hour period of the course by the instructor. It will be encouraged that the students submit their views on designs and to participate in class discussions.

3.Tutorials
The transition from design to production, students will work on the material and during practice the students will be informed about the probable solution of the problems may arise.

Assessment Methods

SORTING NUMBER SHORT CODE LONG CODE FORMULA
1 MTE MIDTERM EXAM
2 ASG ASSIGNMENT
3 ASG ASSIGNMENT
4 FIN FINAL EXAM
5 FCG FINAL COURSE GRADE MTE * 0.20 + ASG * 0.20 + ASG * 0.30 + FIN * 0.30
6 RST RESIT
7 FCGR FINAL COURSE GRADE (RESIT) MTE * 0.20 + ASG * 0.20 + ASG * 0.30 + RST * 0.30


*** Resit Exam is Not Administered in Institutions Where Resit is not Applicable.

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

Course evaluation contains, first preliminary research, creativity in designs, effective usage of material and technical inventions during the projects relate with a specific material.
Besides students participation and carrying out the projects, midterm and final exams will evaluate practice as well as the theory of practice.

Assessment Criteria

The student will prepare a report that contains written and visual content about one of the materials mentioned during course also will present it in class.
The student willprepare a basic design Project in the field of stage design by using different kinds of mmterials.
The student will present a brief written report including the starting point of the design and the challenges may arise in use of the material while preparing this project .
Student participation points to be obtained, (1) the state of attendance, (2) the student's answers to the questions asked by the instructor during the class and quality of project during class (3) and on the student's contribution for the creation of a positive learning environment.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

1.It is obligatory to participate 80% of the classes in one term.
2.Any kind of plagiarism and attempts will result in disciplinary action.
3.Being absent in the class won t be regarded as a valid excuse for the late delivery of homework/assignments or projects.
4.Late project for each day of delay deliveries will drop points equivalent to a letter grade.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

isinsu.ersan@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

Mondays 13:30-15:30

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Tutorials 10 2 20
Lectures 10 2 20
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 10 2 20
Field study 1 2 2
Preparing assignments 10 2 20
Preparing presentations 1 3 3
Final 1 2 2
Midterm 1 2 2
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 89

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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LO.15
LO.25
LO.35
LO.45
LO.53