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MMR405 - Mimarlıkta Araştırma Yöntemleri

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Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Research Methods in Architecture MMR405 Turkish Compulsory 7. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Özlem SALLI BİDECİ
Instructor(s) Prof. Dr. Özlem SALLI BİDECİ (Güz)
Goals To explain research methods in scientific ethic rules
Course Content Introduction to Scientific Knowledge and Scientific research Methods-Ethics and Basic Ethic Principles in Scientific Research-Ethical Problems/Unethical Content in Research-Scientific Research Methods-Planning in Scientific Research: Research Problems, Hypothesis and Objectives-Accessing Scientific Knowledge: Library, Digital Library and Databases- Methods of Obtaining and Measuring Scientific Data-Data Analysis Methods and Presentation of Data Analysis-Validity and Reliability-To Write a Research Proposal-To Prepare a Proposal Summary-To Prepare a Research Report/Reporting Methods-Basic Rules of Writing an Article
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Students shall gain the ability to formulate a research question within a relevant theoretical framework.
2 Students shall gain the capacity of carrying out a scientifically acceptable field work.
3 Students gain the ability to evaluate the datas of a research.
4 Students shall gain the capacity to prepare a scientific presentation of research results.
5 Students gain the ability to write a research abstract and report.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to Scientific Knowledge and Scientific research Methods
2. Week Ethics and Basic Ethic Principles in Scientific Research
3. Week Ethical Problems/Unethical Content in Research and How to Prevent Them
4. Week Scientific Research Methods
5. Week Planning in Scientific Research: Research Problems, Hypothesis and Objectives
6. Week Accessing Scientific Knowledge: Library, Digital Library and Databases
7. Week Methods of Obtaining and Measuring Scientific Data
8. Week MIDTERM EXAMINATION
9. Week Observation Techniques
10. Week Data Analysis Methods and Presentation of Data Analysis
11. Week Concepts of Validity and Reliability
12. Week To Write a Research Proposal-To Prepare a Proposal Summary
13. Week To Prepare a Research Report/Reporting Methods
14. Week Basic Rules of Writing an Article, Sample Articles
15. Week FINAL EXAM
*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 Obtain Basic Architecture knowledge ✔
2 Collecting information in scientific and technological aspect for socially and environmentally friendly and sustainable designs. ✔
3 To be able to do scientific research in architecture field, critical thinking ✔
4 To be able to work with partners in professional applications ✔
5 Recognizing needs within the context of physical environment and human behaviors and cultural differences ✔
6 To show activity in research teams require interdisciplinary interaction ✔
7 To follow current technologies in the context of developing professional practice ✔
8 To use graphic techniques and fluent English for literature review, project presentation and writing article. ✔
9 To think independently and critically in professional field ✔
10 Producing original and creative solutions for architectural problems by using modern technology ✔
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 4 4 4 4 4
PY2 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 4 4 4 4 4
PY7 4 4 4 4 4
PY8 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 4 4 4 4 4
PY10 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • ARSLAN, R. ve ÖKTEN, A. (1994) Araştırma Yöntemleri, İstanbul: YTÜ
  • NEUMAN, W.L. (2000) Social Research Methods. Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches, Boston: Allen and Bacon
  • BABBIE, E.R. (2004) The Practice of Social Research. Belmont, CA : Thomson/Wadsworth.
  • BABBIE, E.R. (1973) Survey Research Methods. Belmont, CA : Wadsworth Publishing.
  • CASLEY, D.J. ve LURY, D.A. (1984) Data Collection in Developing Countries. Oxford: Clarendon Pres.
  • COCHRAN, W.G. (1977) Sampling Techniques. New York: John Wiley
  • GIERYN, T.F. (2000) A Space for Place in Sociology, Annual Review of Sociology 26: 463-496.
  • GROAT, L. ve WANG, D., (2018), Architectural Research Methods, 2nd edition, New York: Wiley
  • MOORE, D.S. ve McCABE, G.P. (1989) Introduction to the Practice of Statistics. New York: W.H.Freeman and Company.
  • MOSER, C.A. ve KALTON, G. (1979) Survey Methods in Social Investigation. London: Heineman.
  • ROBSON, B.T. (1971) Urban Analysis. London: Cambridge University Press.
  • WEISS, N. Ve HASSETT, M. (1982) Introductory Statistics. London: Addison-Wesley.
  • ZEISEL J. (2006) Inquiry by Design: Environment/Behavior/Neuroscience in Architecture, Interiors, Landscape and Planning, W.W. Norton
Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Prof. Dr. Özlem SALLI BİDECİ Vize 20.00
Prof. Dr. Özlem SALLI BİDECİ Final 80.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 1.5 21
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 10 3 30
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 2 2
Homework 2 10 20
Homework Preparation 1 1.5 1.5
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 76.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0
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