COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences

Level of Course Unit

Second Cycle Programmes (Master's Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR YENAL AKGÜN

Offered to

Architectural Design
Architectural Design

Course Objective

The objectives of this course can be summarized as follows:
1. Introduce students to advanced research methods used in technology-driven architectural research.
2. Familiarize students with interdisciplinary approaches to architectural research.
3. Provide examples of technology-driven research conducted by faculty members.
4. Develop students' ability to critically evaluate research methodologies and findings in architectural studies.
5. Encourage students to explore innovative applications of technology in architectural research.
6. Foster collaboration and discussion among students and faculty members on research topics in architecture.
7. Prepare students to undertake their technology-driven research projects in architecture.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

Textbook(s):
Supplementary Book(s):
Groat, L., Wang, D. (2013). Architectural Research Methods, Wiley Press.
Kim, J. (2023). Interdisciplinary Design Thinking in Architecture Education, Routledge Press.
Fortmeyer, R., Linn, C. (2014). Kinetic Architecture: Designs for Active Envelopes, The Images Publishing Group
Pawlyn, M. (2016). Biomimicry in Architecture, RIBA Publishing.

References: -
Materials: If deemed necessary by the instructor, it will be announced.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1. Lectures: In-depth presentations on each topic by faculty members and guest speakers.
2. In-class discussions: Engage students in critical analysis and debate on research methodologies and findings.
3. Assignments: Hands-on exercises and research tasks to apply theoretical knowledge.
4. Student presentations: Opportunity for students to showcase their understanding and research projects.
5. Collaborative projects: Group activities to foster teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

NA

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

70% attendance is mandatory

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

Address: Faculty of Architecture, Doğuş Cd. Tınaztepe Kampüsü No:209, Z41, 35160 Buca/Izmir
Phone: 0232 3018449
e-mail: yenal.akgun@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

Office hours will be determined according to the weekly schedule of the instructor.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes