Architectural Restoration
Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

General course introduction information

Course Code:

MMRS109

Course Name:

Traditiional Building Elements and Materials

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

Course Level:

Associate

TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Short Cycle

EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Öğr.Gör. ARZU KURUN

Course Lecturer(s):

Öğr.Gör. ARZU KURUN

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The course is aimed give to students an introduction knowledge to traditional building systems, elements and materials.
Course Content:	Within the scope of this course, which defines conceptual architecture of traditional architecture, three basic problems will be analyzed with various examples from Anatolia. These problems are; how traditional building types and elements are, how wood, stone and soil are used in traditional building construction, the main types of deformation and their causes in these materials.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To be able to recognize traditional building elements and materials specific to Anatolian architecture
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Having an understanding of traditional construction systems and materials
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) Maintaining professional and social ethical values in the protection of traditional architectural values and being aware of relevant stakeholders
Learning Competence
1) Be conscious and curious about the changes related to traditional architecture in different geographies, historical, social and natural structure
Field Specific Competence
1) To be able to comment on conservation projects and applications of traditional building elements and materials
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) Being able to work individually or in a team in conservation and repair projects and applications of traditional building details.

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introducing the course content, handling and references to be utilized and giving the weekly program	none
2)	Introduction to traditional architectural concept and its cultural and geographical components	The output of the given course notes
3)	Identification and classification of bearing elements in traditional structures	The output of the given course notes
4)	Introduction of masonry and carcass construction systems in traditional architecture	The output of the given course notes
5)	General properties of stone based materials and introduction of usage areas in traditional construction	The output of the given course notes
6)	Introduction to general properties of wood-based materials and their use in traditional construction	The output of the given course notes
7)	General properties of earth based materials and introduction of usage areas in traditional construction	The output of the given course notes
8)	Midterm exam	none
9)	General properties of glass-based materials and introduction of usage areas in traditional construction	The output of the given course notes
10)	Introduction to general properties of metal-based materials and their use in traditional construction	The output of the given course notes
11)	Identification of local civil architectural examples formed in Blacksea Region according to structural elements, distinctive systematic differences and types of materials	The output of the given course notes
12)	Identification of local civil architectural examples formed in the Eastern Anatolia Region according to structural elements, distinctive systematic differences and material types	The output of the given course notes
13)	Identification of local civil architecture samples formed in Central Anatolia Region according to structural elements, distinctive systematic differences and material types	The output of the given course notes
14)	Definition of local civil architectural examples formed in Western Anatolia Region according to structural elements, distinctive systematic differences and types of materials	The output of the given course notes
15)	Final exam	none

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Tayla, Hüsrev. 2007. Geleneksel Türk Mimarisinde Yapı Sistem ve Elemanları. TAÇ Vakfı Yayınları. İstanbul
References:	Ahunbay, Zeynep. 2016. Tarihi Çevre Koruma ve Restorasyon. YEM Yayın.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5	6
Program Outcomes
1) To be able to contribute as an intermediate staff in conservation and restoration field.
2) To be able to comment on conservation, historical environmental protection, traditional building materials, architecture and art history
3) To be able to exchange information with institutions and organizations providing services related to their profession.
4) Having the ability to work effectively both individually and in teamwork and to have self-confidence to undertake disciplined responsibilities
5) To be able to comment on restoration techniques.
6) Ability to work in the construction sites related to the restoration area.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To be able to contribute as an intermediate staff in conservation and restoration field.	5
2)	To be able to comment on conservation, historical environmental protection, traditional building materials, architecture and art history	5
3)	To be able to exchange information with institutions and organizations providing services related to their profession.	5
4)	Having the ability to work effectively both individually and in teamwork and to have self-confidence to undertake disciplined responsibilities	5
5)	To be able to comment on restoration techniques.	4
6)	Ability to work in the construction sites related to the restoration area.	4

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Homework
Technical Tour
Web Based Learning
Internship/Onsite Practice

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Observation
Presentation
Staj/ Yerinde Uygulama Değerlendirmesi

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 10
Homework Assignments	4	% 20
Midterms	1	% 20
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	Workload
Course Hours	15	45
Application	7	7
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)	15	45
Study Hours Out of Class	15	45
Homework Assignments	8	22
Midterms	1	3
Final	1	3
Total Workload		170