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SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
61015YETOS-TRH2367	Istanbul: Sightseeing and Culture	5	Spring	2	0	2	3

Course Type :
Cycle:	Bachelor TQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	Turkish
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Instructor ZEHRA KAYA
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:	Instructor ZEHRA KAYA
Dersin Kategorisi:

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:

This course aims to introduce the cultural, social, and spatial development of Istanbul, a city that has hosted diverse civilizations throughout its millennia-long history. By examining how basic needs such as food, water, defense, and transportation were addressed in different periods, the course highlights Istanbul’s continuity as a global city. Students are expected to develop a comprehensive perspective on the city’s cosmopolitan structure, the cultural synthesis shaped by various faiths and civilizations, and its architectural and artistic heritage, while gaining insights into Istanbul’s present and future.

Course Content:

This course examines the historical and cultural development of Istanbul through a field-based learning approach. The first weeks introduce the concepts of city, culture, and space, along with Istanbul’s historical background. The program then focuses on the city’s cultural layers through visits to the Archaeological Museum, Byzantine and Ottoman heritage sites, and Republican-era urban spaces. District tours cover areas such as Zeyrek, Balat, Divan Yolu, Taksim, Beyoğlu, Kadıköy, Üsküdar, and the Princes’ Islands. The course also addresses Istanbul’s museums, cultural institutions, and its representation in literature. Supported by cultural events and seminars, the course is designed to enable students to develop a comprehensive perspective on Istanbul’s multi-layered structure.

Course Specific Rules

"Classes held in the classroom, lectures in the conference hall, and field trips are mandatory activities. Each student must obtain a museum card to use during the trips."

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:



Knowledge *(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)*
1) Define the concepts of city, culture, and space, and illustrate them in the context of Istanbul
Skills *(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)*
1) Istanbul recognizes the urban space with its historical processes.
2) Analyze the cultural and artistic heritage of Istanbul across historical periods (Byzantine, Ottoman, Republican).
3) Evaluate the city’s multi-layered structure through different districts and neighborhoods (Zeyrek, Balat, Beyoğlu, Üsküdar, Princes’ Islands, etc.).
4) Produce an original presentation or assignment based on field trips and observations.
Competences *(Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)*
1) Discuss the contributions of museums, monuments, and cultural institutions to the city’s identity.
2) Interpret the representations of Istanbul in literature and art.

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Course Introduction, Flow, and Introduction
2)	Basic Concepts: City, Culture, Space
3)	Istanbul: Historical and Cultural Background
4)	Istanbul Archaeology Museum Tour
5)	Istanbul Roman Byzantine Period, Hippodrome, and Surroundings Tour
6)	Zeyrek and Balat Trip
7)	Midterm Exam
8)	The journey of Divan Yolu and Süleymaniye
9)	Taksim, Beyoğlu District Tour
10)	The City's Cultural Warehouses: Museums
11)	District Tour: Kadıköy/Üsküdar/Adalar
12)	Cultural Event
13)	Seminar
14)	Final Exam

*These fields provides students with course materials for their pre- and further study before and after the course delivered.

DERS ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI - PROGRAM ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI İLİŞKİSİ

Contribution of The Course Unit To The Programme Learning Outcomes

Ders Öğrenme Çıktıları (DÖÇ)	1	3	4	7	2	5	6
Program Öğrenme Çıktıları (PÖÇ)
1) Knowledge in mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, and software engineering–specific subjects; and the ability to use this knowledge in solving complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems by applying knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while taking into account the relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals.
3) Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems; ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs, while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
4) Ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and informatics tools—including prediction and modeling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, with an awareness of their limitations.
5) Ability to use research methods—including literature review, experimental design, experimentation, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of results—for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
6) Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability, and the environment within the scope of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
7) Knowledge of ethical responsibility and conduct in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession; awareness of acting impartially, without discrimination, and embracing diversity.
8) Ability to work effectively, individually and as a member or leader of intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
9) Ability to communicate effectively on technical subjects, orally and in writing, by taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
10) Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
11) An ability to engage in lifelong learning, including independent and continuous learning, to adapt to new and emerging technologies, and to critically evaluate technological changes.

SECTION III: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COURSE UNIT AND COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)

Level of Contribution of the Course to PLOs

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

	Programme Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level (from 1 to 5)
1)	Knowledge in mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, and software engineering–specific subjects; and the ability to use this knowledge in solving complex engineering problems.
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems by applying knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while taking into account the relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals.
3)	Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems; ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs, while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
4)	Ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and informatics tools—including prediction and modeling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, with an awareness of their limitations.
5)	Ability to use research methods—including literature review, experimental design, experimentation, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of results—for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
6)	Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability, and the environment within the scope of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
7)	Knowledge of ethical responsibility and conduct in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession; awareness of acting impartially, without discrimination, and embracing diversity.
8)	Ability to work effectively, individually and as a member or leader of intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
9)	Ability to communicate effectively on technical subjects, orally and in writing, by taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
10)	Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.	1
11)	An ability to engage in lifelong learning, including independent and continuous learning, to adapt to new and emerging technologies, and to critically evaluate technological changes.

SECTION IV: TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESMENT-EVALUATION METHODS OF THE COURSE

Teaching & Learning Methods of the Course

(All teaching and learning methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Teaching and Learning Methods defined at the Programme Level	Teaching and Learning Methods Defined for the Course
Lectures
Discussion
Case Study
Views
Reading
Homework
Seminar
Technical Visit
Questions Answers
Individual and Group Work
Active Participation in Class

Assessment & Evaluation Methods of the Course

(All assessment and evaluation methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Aassessment and evaluation Methods defined at the Programme Level	Assessment and Evaluation Methods defined for the Course
Midterm
Presentation
Final Exam
Quiz
Homework Evaluation

Contribution of Assesment & Evalution Activities to Final Grade of the Course

Measurement and Evaluation Methods	# of practice per semester	Level of Contribution
Field Work	10	% 15.00
Seminar	1	% 10.00
Midterms	1	% 25.00
Semester Final Exam	1	% 50.00
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

SECTION V: WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS ALLOCATED FOR THE COURSE

WORKLOAD OF TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Teaching & Learning Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Course	14	52	728
Laboratory	0	0	0
Application	0	0	0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)	0	0	0
Field Work	10	40	400
Study Hours Out of Class	12	24	288
Presentations / Seminar	1	2	2
Project	0	0	0
Homework Assignments	1	10	10
Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities	-	-	1428
WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES
Assesment & Evaluation Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Quizzes	0	0	0
Midterms	1	20	20
Semester Final Exam	1	30	30
Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities	-	-	50
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities)			1478
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h)			3