Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Introduction to Classical Archeology ARK123 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. EMRE OKAN
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Ahmet BİLİR (Güz)
Goals To give the students the terminology that they will encounter in the compulsory and elective Classical Archeology courses starting from the first semester.
Course Content This course includes terminology specific to architecture, ceramics and sculpture in the field of Classical archaeology.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 In this course, students will master Classical Greek temple types and temple architecture.
2 Have knowledge about temple layouts and construction technology.
3 Gains knowledge of the formation process of polis and city states.
4 Have knowledge about the architectural structures in the Greek cities.
5 Gains knowledge of ancient Greek ceramic terminology and ceramic forms.
6 Gains general knowledge about the art of ancient Greek sculpture.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to the course and literature Interview
2. Week Introduction to the architectural terminology Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Temple architecture and their plan types Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Doric Order and Droic Temples Presentation (Preparation), Interview
5. Week Ionic order and Ionic temples Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Corinthian Order and Corinthian Temples Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week The elements forming of a city Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Midterm Exam
9. Week Introduction to pottery terminology Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week The Pottery production techonology in Antiquity Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Ceramic forms Presentation (Preparation), Interview
12. Week Terminology og Ancient Greek Sculpture Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Kouroi and Korai Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week General Review Interview
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Students will be able to have archaeological up-to-date information and application methods
2 Students will be able to apply theoratical and practicaal knowledge in the field of study
3 Students will be able to distinguish and analyze stylistic and chronological problems of archaeological data and material
4 Students will be able to document the archaeological data within the visual and verbal framework also with the help of digital documentation sources.
5 Students will be able to make independent decisions and studies during the analysis of the archaeological problems
7 Students will be able to interpret the archaeological data and use various data history, geography, sociology, economics, anthropology, and architecture in order to solve or discuss a problem concerning archaeology
8 Students will be able to become concious of the requirement of being aware of the current developments and results of archaeology; follow Turkish and Foreign literature (via library and informatics) and attain these as a lifelong learning habit.
9 Students will be able to follow the foreign literature and to get across with colleagues
10 Students will be able to utilize contemporary techniques and equipments for archaeological applications.
11 Students will be able to make disciplinary or interdisciplinary teamwork
12 Students will be able to protect archaeological material and have it recognized by the public within the interrelation tourism and environment.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY5 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY7 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY8 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY9 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY10 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY11 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY12 2 2 2 2 2 2
Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Doç. Dr. Ahmet BİLİR Vize 40.00
Doç. Dr. Ahmet BİLİR Final 60.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Ders Dışı
Interview 13 2 26
Presentation (Preparation) 13 2 26
Other Activities 1 2 2
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Homework 1 2 4 8
Final 1 1 1
Classroom Activities 1 10 10
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0