| Course Type | Elective Course |
| Course Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Year of Study | - |
| Semester | - |
| ECTS | 1 |
| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Learn and apply the concept of art and aesthetic.
- Students learn about the materials used in jewelry design and their technical characteristics.They can apply production techniques such as cutting, filing, soldering, and polishing using basic hand tools.
|
| Mode of Delivery | E-Learning |
| Prerequisites | No |
| Recommended Optional Programme Components | None |
| Course Description | This course teaches students the fundamental principles of jewelry design, material knowledge, and handmade production techniques. The course aims to develop students' ability to design and produce wearable jewelry, focusing on personal expression, covering the process from design to manufacturing. |
| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
|
1st Week |
1. Introduction: Historical and Cultural Significance of Jewelry |
|
2nd Week |
2. Foundational Concepts and Principles in Jewelry Design |
|
3rd Week |
3. Jewelry Material Knowledge: Metals, Stones, and Alternatives |
|
4th Week |
4. Basic Hand Tools and Workshop Safety Training |
|
5th Week |
5. Wire Bending and Shaping Techniques |
|
6th Week |
6. Application of Cutting, Filing, and Sanding Techniques |
|
7th Week |
7. Basic Soldering Techniques and Joining Applications |
|
8th Week |
8. Project and Assignment Reviews |
|
9th Week |
9. Surface Finishing Processes: Polishing, Matting, and Patination |
|
10th Week |
10. Jewelry Drawing and Technical Drawing Principles |
|
11th Week |
11. Concept Development and Theme Creation |
|
12th Week |
12. Original Jewelry Design Application (Necklace or Earrings) |
|
13th Week |
13. Original Jewelry Design Application (Ring or Bracelet) |
|
14th Week |
14. Collection Presentation and Portfolio Preparation |
|
15th Week |
15. Project and Assignment Submission |
|
| Recommended or Required Reading | Untracht, O. (2011). Takı Yapım Teknikleri ve Uygulamaları (Çev. H. O. Uz). Dost Kitabevi Yayınları.
Choate, S. T. (2016). Mücevher Tasarımı: Teknikler ve İpuçları (Çev. M. S. Öztürk). Literatür Yayıncılık.
McGrath, J. (2007). Metal Takı Tasarımı: Başlangıçtan Ustalığa. The Crowood Press. (Türkçe baskısı mevcut ise o tercih edilmelidir, yoksa İngilizce orijinali) |
| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
|
Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Practice |
1 |
50 |
| Project |
1 |
50 |
| Total(%) |
|
100 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
|
100 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
|
0 |
| Total(%) |
|
100 |
|
| ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload |
| Activities |
Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Midterm exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Preparation for Quiz |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Individual or group work |
1 |
3 |
3 |
| Preparation for Final exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Course hours |
14 |
2 |
28 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Final exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Homework |
1 |
7 |
7 |
| Total Work Load | 38 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 1.26 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 1 |
|
| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
| Work Placement(s) | No |