Interior Architecture and Environmental Design (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

İAED310

Course Name:

Spatial Psychology

Course Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
2	0	2	7

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 :

Prof. Dr. GÜLİZ MUĞAN

Course Lecturer(s):

Prof. Dr. GÜLİZ MUĞAN

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to explain the elements related to psychology of both environment and space; these elements are the experiences of people's places and discussing the emerging behaviors both at the individual and community level.

Course Content:

To be able to define elements related to environmental and spatial psychology,
To be able to explain the relation between the physical environment and its effects on human behavior, social situation of the same environment,
Developing research and observation skills,To be able to perceive the role of cultural, psychological and functional factors in ten space - human interaction through sample designs and solutions,In the design process, it will be possible to analyze the behavioral characteristics of the human factor in different environments.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) During the semester, elements related to both environmental and spatial psychology will be mentioned. People's experience of places and their resulting behaviors will be discussed at both the individual and society level.
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)	Login	none
2)	What is space/environmental psychology? The basic principles of environmental psychology, its origins.	none
3)	Perception and representation of the environment: Environmental perception	none
4)	Perception and representation of the environment: Environmental perception	none
5)	Concepts of mental representation: Spatial images, Environmental awareness (cognition)	none
6)	Social use of space: Personal space and space	none
7)	Spatialness and spatiality experiences	none
8)	exam	none
9)	Crowd and factors affecting crowd perception	none
10)	holiday	none
11)	Privacy: private, semi-private and public spaces	none
12)	Environmental design process: Awareness of design and participation in decisions	none
13)	Sensitivity to user needs and their contribution in the design process	none
14)	End of term project	none
15)	final	none
16)	final	none

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Göregenli, M. (2013). Çevre psikolojisi: İnsan Mekan İlişkileri, İstanbul Bilgi Üniversitesi: İstanbul
References:	Gifford. R. (2013). Environmental Psychology. Optimal Books: Canada

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1
Program Outcomes
1) Have the fundamental knowledge of theoretical and applied principles required in the field of interior architecture
2) Use artistic and cultural values in design process
3) Use contemporary information about the field of interior design materials and manufacturing technologies
4) Have the ability to develop Design problems with a critical perspective and analytical thinking in order to bring out original solutions
5) Have consciousness of harmony and effectiveness of team work
6) Show participation in the production phase of the project applications and professional experience
7) Embrace the importance of learning, science, technology and contemporary issues
8) Have knowledge and awareness about occupational ethics, related laws and legislation

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Have the fundamental knowledge of theoretical and applied principles required in the field of interior architecture	5
2)	Use artistic and cultural values in design process	4
3)	Use contemporary information about the field of interior design materials and manufacturing technologies	3
4)	Have the ability to develop Design problems with a critical perspective and analytical thinking in order to bring out original solutions	4
5)	Have consciousness of harmony and effectiveness of team work	4
6)	Show participation in the production phase of the project applications and professional experience	3
7)	Embrace the importance of learning, science, technology and contemporary issues	3
8)	Have knowledge and awareness about occupational ethics, related laws and legislation	1

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Homework

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Oral Examination
Homework

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	1	2	2
Study Hours Out of Class	5	40	200
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			206