Mechanical Engineering (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

GIT357

Course Name:

Environmental Art

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
1	2	2	2

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

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 :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi DİDEM KARA SARIOĞLU

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The main purpose of this course is to give students information about environmental art and the artworks and designs produced in this field. The content of the course examines the orientation and spread of environmental art from the 1960s to the present and the approaches of relevant artists in line with the biophilia hypothesis, the concept of ambivalence and the relationships established through shamanism. By analyzing art works, their period, and identifying artist problematics, it is aimed for students to discover creativity, problem solving and critical thinking in art.

Course Content:

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Students explain concepts related to environmental art.
2) Students distinguish works that reference the biophilia hypothesis, the concept of ambivalence, and shamanism in artworks produced after 1960.
3) Students analyze works that interact with their environment through different methods.
4) Students internalize and exemplify the relationship between art and environmental awareness.
5) Students critically approach the constructs of the work-audience-environment relationship and make suggestions based on examples from the relevant field.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Providing information about course content and operation, sharing the course syllabus and introduction to environmental art.	none
2)	Subheadings of environmental art. Biophilia hypothesis. The relationship between art, technology and environment.	none
3)	Shamanism. An examination of the relationship between the shaman, nature and the artist through the ‘Cosmic Tree’. The example of J. Beuys.	none
4)	Continuing the example of J. Beuys. The concept of ambivalence. Ambivalent approaches in the artist-nature-work relationship.	none
5)	American and European artists producing works within the scope of Land Art and Earth Art of the 1960s, important exhibitions and works of art.	none
6)	Continuing with examples of Land Art and Earth Art.	none
7)	Midterm exam	none
8)	Body Art, Performance Art, Video Art and works produced in open space. Ephemeral artworks produced in the landscape (examples of Richard Long and Andy Goldsworthy).	none
9)	Examples of Ecological Art, Eco Invention and Restoration Art combining different disciplines from the 60s to the present.	none
10)	Alternative art spaces in nature (underwater, sky, underground). Nature-themed works of contemporary artists and designers.	none
11)	Definition of public space/public area. Examination of international examples from the 1960s to the present. Public area works of Richard Serra, Anish Kapoor, Christo, Maya Lin and other artists.	none
12)	Examples of art in public spaces from Turkey. New Public Spaces and art	none
13)	Student presentations/projects and discussions on specified topics - I	none
14)	Student presentations/projects and discussions on specified topics - II	none
15)	Final exam	none

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	yok
References:	yok

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
12) In order to gain depth at least one, physics knowledge based on chemistry knowledge and mathematics; advanced mathematical knowledge, including multivariable mathematical and differential equations; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra.
13) The ability to work in both thermal and mechanical systems, including the design and implementation of such systems.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2)	The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3)	The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4)	Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6)	The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7)	Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8)	Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9)	Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10)	Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11)	The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
12)	In order to gain depth at least one, physics knowledge based on chemistry knowledge and mathematics; advanced mathematical knowledge, including multivariable mathematical and differential equations; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra.
13)	The ability to work in both thermal and mechanical systems, including the design and implementation of such systems.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Lesson
Homework

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

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

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Midterms	1	1	1
Final	1	1	1
Total Workload			44