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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course General Introduction Information

Course Code: MIM362
Course Name: Architectural Photography
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
4
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requirement:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Area Ellective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. NUR ESİN
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. Nur ESİN
Course Assistants:

Course Purpose and Content

Course Objectives: Within the scope of the course, to gain knowledge and experience about architectural photography and to be familiar with the technical and composition information of architectural photography. In his professional life, he will be able to take successful architectural photographs.
Course Content: Architectural dynamics in photography; photography techniques appropriate to the structure; software, equipment knowledge and usage techniques.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Understanding the place of photography in different areas of use
2) Using the camera and auxiliary equipment correctly for its intended purpose
3) Learning how to compose in photography
4) Learning the difficulties and solution methods that may be encountered in architectural photography
5) Competence in using photography-related software

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction, Explaining the approach to the course, Explaining what is expected from the student. None
2) Why is architectural photography important, what methods are used when photographing structures? None
3) Ethics and copyright in photography. History of architectural photography. None
4) Checks to be made before architectural photography. Method determination None
5) Equipment used in architectural photography None
6) The importance of focal lengths of lenses in architectural photography None
7) Measurement of light intensity. Control of natural and artificial light sources None
8) Midterm Week None
9) Composition, third dimension and golden ratio in photography None
10) Control of depth of field in photography. Architectural photo shoots outside and inside. None
11) Panoramic shots. Taking model photos None
12) Making perspective corrections in photographs with software None
13) Night shot in architectural photography None
14) Repetition of semester courses. Preparation and control of presentations before the final exam None

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Kanburoğlu. Ö. (2016).Tüm Yönleriyle Mimari Fotoğraf. İstanbul: Say Yayınları.
Ara sunumlar için öğrencilere çeşitli görsel ve yazılı kaynaklar sunulacaktır.
References: Kanburoğlu. HE. (2016).Architectural Photography in All Aspects. Istanbul: Say Publications.
Various visual and written resources will be provided to students for interim presentations.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Medium 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Research and Critical Thinking Skills: The ability to access information, evaluate it, record it, apply it, use it to express abstract ideas, evaluate opposing views, and test it with criteria and standards such as reaching well-questioned conclusions
2) Graphic Expression Skill: Ability to formally express each stage of the programming and design process using a variety of techniques, including two and three-dimensional hand drawings and computer technologies, to make appropriate presentations 3
3) Legal Responsibilities, Ethical and Professional Provisions: To understand the legal responsibilities of the architect in matters affecting design such as property rights, zoning and settlement regulations, user rights for public health, safety and welfare
4) Having Knowledge About World Architectural History: Understanding the rules of world and local architecture in architecture, landscape and urban design, and the climatic, technological, socio-economic, cultural factors and effects of historical heritage that shape and sustain these
5) Environmental Systems and Sustainable Design: To understand the basic principles in the design of environmental systems and to be able to protect artificial resources and create healthy buildings and settlements in architectural and urban design decisions of sustainability
6) Formal Composition and Design Skills: Understanding the formation, development and applications of visual perception and arrangement systems in architectural and urban design and the ability to apply basic architectural principles at the level of building, interior and settlement design 2
7) Load-bearing Systems: Understanding the principles of behavior of structures standing with vertical and lateral forces and the development and applications of contemporary load-bearing systems
8) Building Materials and Applications: Understanding the principles and standards regarding the production, use and applications of building materials and components
9) Construction Management and Application Skills: Understanding the basic principles of office organization, business planning, marketing, financial management, project management, risk reduction and leadership, and the issues of globalization, expanding application area and diversity that affect the profession

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Course
Homework
Uygulama (Modelleme, Tasarım, Maket, Simülasyon, Deney vs.)

Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Homework
Uygulama

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 13 52
Study Hours Out of Class 14 56
Midterms 1 4
Final 1 4
Total Workload 116