İÇT691 - PERCEPTION of INTERIOR SPACE I

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)		 Application
(hours/week)		 Credit ECTS
PERCEPTION of INTERIOR SPACE I İÇT691 1st Semester 3 0 3 7
PrequisitesNA
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Question and Answer
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
Other: lecture, discussion, question and answer, report preparing (Topic analysis with Scientific Research Methods)  
Instructor (s)Assoc.Prof. Dr. Aysen Ozkan 
Course objectiveThe aim of the course is to give the knowledge of the relationship between spatial qualities and their influences on user behaviours, with the objective of maximising the positive effects of this relationship. Students are expected to assess scientific papers on users? perceptual comfort, and to put forward suggestions on their influences on the spatial qualities of the interior space. 
Learning outcomes
  1. 1. Has knowledge about the basic principles of perception of interior space.
  2. 2. Learns the users' perceptual, psychological and physical behaviors.
  3. 3. Has knowledge about the relationship between the perception of user and the interior space.
  4. 4. Has knowledge about current approaches in national and international field by examining scientific studies on user perception and preferences in the field of interior design.
  5. 5. Gains the ability to uncover new design proposals that will enhance the psychological and physical comfort levels of the user.
Course Content1. Perception, spatial perception
2. Spatial characteristics of interiors (form, colour, light, voice, style etc.)
3. The relationship between the perception of user and the interior
4. Literature survey
5. Analyzing literature survey findings
6. Sample studies 
ReferencesAltman, I. ve Wohlwill, J.F. (Eds.) (1983). Behavior and the Natural Environment. New York: Plenum.
Francescato, G. (1998). Meaning and Use: A conceptual Basis, The Meaning and use of Housing, Edt E. G. Arias, Avebury, 35?49.
Malnar, J.M. ve Vodvarka, F. (1991). The Interior Dimension: A Theoretical Approach to Enclosed Space. New York: John Wiley & Sons Inc.
Küller, R. (1991) Environmental assessment from a neuropsychological perspective. New York, NY: Oxford University Press
Pedersen, D.M. (1986). Perception of interior designs. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 63,671?676.
Çapanoğlu, A. (2014) Konut yaşama mekanlarında kullanılan stillerin kullanıcı tercihleri üzerindeki etkisi (The impact of user preferences using in living room styles within dwellings) Gazi Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü., Ankara.
Journals: Environment and Behavior, Journal of Environmental Psychology, Journal of Interior Design, Perceptual and Motor Skills 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 11.1. Course description 1.1.1. Explanation of concepts 1.1.2. Explanation of the course content 1.1.3. Discuss the expectations and requirements of the course 1.1.4. Discuss the course evaluation system and learning outcomes
Week 22.1. Perception definition 2.1.2. Definition and scope of spatial perception 2.2. The concept of perception and its relationships in different disciplines
Week 33.1. Spatial characteristics of interiors 3.1.1. Form, colour, light, voice, style etc 3.2. Interior attributes and user perception
Week 44.1. Literature survey - Presentation and discussion 4.1.1. International studies
Week 54.1. Literature survey - Presentation and discussion 4.1.1. International studies 4.1.2. National Studies
Week 64.1. Literature survey - Presentation and discussion 4.1.1. International studies 4.1.2. National Studies
Week 74.1. Literature survey - Presentation and discussion 4.1.2. National Studies
Week 85.1. Analysing the literature survey findings
Week 95.1. Analysing the literature survey findings
Week 106.1. Sample studies - Presentation
Week 116.1. Sample studies - Presentation
Week 126.1. Sample studies - Presentation
Week 136.1. Sample studies - Presentation
Week 147.1. Preliminary Assessment of student presentations
Week 15Preparation to Final Exam
Week 16Final exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance00
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments520
Presentation1030
Project00
Seminar00
Midterms00
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes150
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes150
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 3 42
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application000
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)12560
Presentation / Seminar Preparation10330
Project000
Homework assignment51050
Midterms (Study duration)000
Final Exam (Study duration) 12828
Total Workload4249210

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Able to comprehend the concepts, principles&theories related to art culture&design.   X 
2. Able to present the info produced through different media by understanding the concepts&principles of scientific methods.    X
3. Ability to interpret concepts, principles and theories regarding the design process&methods.   X 
4. Ability to analyze, criticize concepts, principles&approaches related to current design problems, develop&apply solutions.    X
5. Ability to follow&evaluate current design research, trends&activities.    X
6. Ability to conduct research individually&as a team in accordance with scientific principles&develop new methods.    X
7. Ability to develop&convey project proposals with the theoretical, practical&cultural characteristics of design; apply original art&design products.   X 
8. Ability to plan, present&produce scientific&artistic works by understanding the interdisciplinarity of design and using at least one foreign language effectively.    X
9. Ability to develop&evaluate original projects in the field in order to realize lifelong education.    X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest