YMD333 Documentary PhotographyIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Banking and Finance (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Banking and Finance (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: YMD333
Course Name: Documentary Photography
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 4
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
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 : Öğr.Gör. HALUK ÇOBANOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: In addition to the historical desire to leave documents on the basis of documentary, it is aimed to make a social impact on the subjects. For this reason, various projects and permanent works are produced upon request either personally or through partnerships with non-governmental organizations, human and environmental oriented foundations, public or private organizations.
Throughout this course, students will conduct practical studies in the field to develop theoretical insights and to personalize their personal practices.
Course Content: History of photography, photography art, basic elements of photography, camera parts, diaphragm, depth of field, light and light measurement, composition in documentary photography, definition of documentary photography, history of documentary photography, shooting techniques, photo-interview, project preparation in documentary photography, press photography.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Defining basic photography concepts, correctly determining the equipment to be used, Having information about the historical development of documentary photography and its current applications.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) To be able to use the camera, to apply original photography techniques that can shoot with a completely manual approach, to use the Basic Techniques and Equipment Used in Documentary Photography, to be able to create a narrative and photography project with documentary photos.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) To be able to organize photography projects for the social environment in which he lives with a sense of social responsibility, to define the relationship with other communication branches and to develop solutions to social problems in this context.
Learning Competence
1) To be able to transfer the knowledge acquired in the field of photography to other disciplines in the field. To be able to evaluate the concrete outputs of documentary photography in the light of theoretical and technical knowledge, to define general image editing rules through sample photographs.
Field Specific Competence
1) To be able to use photo editing / processing programs on documentary photography, to act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the results of the field.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) To be able to create impressive and expressive works suitable for the desired content by using the photo for social impact. To be able to plan and manage activities for the development of the employees within the framework of a project, with the basic composition rules and technical skills they have grasped.

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) What is a photograph? The historical development process of photography. None
2) Historical Importance and Development of Documentary Photography None
3) Exposure and Control Systems: Aperture and shutter. None
4) Documentary Photography Types and different approaches. None
5) Color, light and light measurement in the photo. none
6) Composition in Documentary Photography. The right composition techniques. none
7) Midterm Exam ..
8) Photography and Society. Creating a documentary project. none
9) Basic Techniques and Equipment Used in Documentary Photography. none
10) Creating Narration and Photography Project with Documentary Photos. none
11) Actual photo readings on documentary photography. none
12) Ethical Values in Documentary Photography. none
13) Technical visit ..
14) Final Exam. ..

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Haluk Çobanoğlu, Bu Fotoğrafları Neden Çekiyoruz?, Espas Kitap, 2017.
References: John Berger, Görme Biçimleri, Çev. Yurdanur Salman, Metis Yayınları, İstanbul, 2012.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Explain the essential body of knowledge in the area of banking and finance, including evolution of the discipline, the state-of-the-art concepts, scientific methodology, theories and models.
2) Employ the appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in the related areas, interpret results and propose solutions.
3) Recognize why financial institutions and financial intermediation exist and how they are structured.
4) Distinguish the insight about basic banking principles and regulations surrounding the banking industry.
5) Discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and expertise to successfully establish and develop their own ventures.
6) Recognize, interpret and discuss the current global economic issues.
7) Communicate in written and oral English with people from diverse backgrounds, and have the English proficiency to follow and interpret the global dynamics in the areas of banking and finance.
8) Express the role of international capital markets in the global economy; accordingly define the concept of risk in terms of measurement and management.
9) Identify standards of personal, professional, social and business ethics, evaluate the ethical implications of various practices in the related areas, and be aware the importance of ethical behavior in adding value to the society.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Explain the essential body of knowledge in the area of banking and finance, including evolution of the discipline, the state-of-the-art concepts, scientific methodology, theories and models.
2) Employ the appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in the related areas, interpret results and propose solutions.
3) Recognize why financial institutions and financial intermediation exist and how they are structured.
4) Distinguish the insight about basic banking principles and regulations surrounding the banking industry.
5) Discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and expertise to successfully establish and develop their own ventures.
6) Recognize, interpret and discuss the current global economic issues.
7) Communicate in written and oral English with people from diverse backgrounds, and have the English proficiency to follow and interpret the global dynamics in the areas of banking and finance.
8) Express the role of international capital markets in the global economy; accordingly define the concept of risk in terms of measurement and management.
9) Identify standards of personal, professional, social and business ethics, evaluate the ethical implications of various practices in the related areas, and be aware the importance of ethical behavior in adding value to the society.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study
Expression
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Homework
Project preparation
Social Activities
Technical Tour

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Application
Individual Project
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Project 2 % 50
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 0 3 0
Application 1 0 0
Presentations / Seminar 1 0 0
Project 1 0 0
Midterms 1 0 0
Final 1 0 0
Total Workload 0