AR155 Introduction to Mesopotamian Archeology

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 1. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Code AR155
Name Introduction to Mesopotamian Archeology
Term 2022-2023 Academic Year
Semester 1. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 3 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Doç. Dr. KAZIM SERDAR GİRGİNER
Course Instructor Doç. Dr. KAZIM SERDAR GİRGİNER (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

Introduction to Mesopotamian cultures and archeology that will be studied for four years

Course Content

Along with the geographical and geomorphological features of Mesopotamia, Mesopotamian excavation and research history, the period from the oldest period to the Obeyd period is being studied.

Course Precondition

Not Available

Resources

Course material

Notes

E. Strommenger 1964, The Art of Mesopotamia, London.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Recognizes the geography of Mesopotamia.
LO02 It explores the history of excavation and research in Mesopotamia.
LO03 Evaluates settlements and finds from the earliest times in Mesopotamia.
LO04 Discusses issues related to Paleolithic, Epipaleolithic and pre-pottery Neolithic periods.
LO05 Interpret the cultures in the Neolithic periods.
LO06 Analyze all stages of Halaf culture.
LO07 Distinguishes similarities and differences with cultures in Anatolia in the same period.
LO08 Discusses all the developments until the Chalcolithic Age.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the scientific results and problems of archaeology with advanced knowledge of scientific and application areas of archaeology. 2
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Gains knowledge of scientific research methods and principles by accessing current course materials, practical course tools and materials of archaeology. 4
PLO03 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Knows the research methods and techniques applied in the field studies of archaeology. 4
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Reaches the level of professional competence to conduct scientific investigations and researches.
PLO05 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği To have knowledge about the application areas of archaeology and to interpret and apply the knowledge gained. 3
PLO06 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik To have scientific thinking, critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills. To be able to use these skills in appropriate methods and techniques within the profession of archaeology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs. 4
PLO07 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Uses the social and practical knowledge acquired in the professional field in the best way. 3
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Conducts theoretical and applied archaeological research. 2
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Plans methods and techniques related to interdisciplinary team work, develops application skills and uses these gains for community service. 2
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği To be able to take responsibility individually and as a team member in solving problems related to the field. 4
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Gains personal development by planning the work and scientific activities of himself/herself and team members. 3
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Improves himself/herself by evaluating his/her achievements related to his/her field.
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Have the awareness of lifelong learning and research. 3
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Manages the learning needs and processes of the employees he/she is responsible for. 4
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Effectively share their knowledge and skills in the field with experts and non-experts and institutions. 4
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik To be able to use information and communication technologies effectively and share solution proposals related to the field with individuals and institutions. 3
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Uses documentation materials (plaster-latex copy mold materials, cameras, technical drawing and measurement materials, Gps space-based satellite navigation, level, theodolite, etc. devices), communication skills, information and information technologies at a professional level in individual and team work. 4
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Students will be able to express their thoughts and feelings effectively both orally and in writing (European Language Portfolio B1 General Level). 1
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik In addition to professional development, it continuously improves itself with the principle of lifelong development in scientific, social, artistic, cultural and sports fields for its individual development. 3
PLO20 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Researches, interprets, solves problems related to the field, shares and publishes them with relevant institutions by considering ethical values. 2


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Geographical and geomorphological features of Mesopotamia Literature research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
2 Excavation and research history in Mesopotamia Reading the recommended publications Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
3 Paleolithic finds in Mesopotamia Discussion of the given publications Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
4 Epipaleolithic cultures Literature research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
5 Epipaleolithic finds Literature research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
6 Aceramic Neolithic settlements Reading the found publications Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
7 Aceramic Neolithic settlements and architecture Reading a publication Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
8 Mid-Term Exam Quantification and consideration Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Aceramic Neolithic settlements continue Literature research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
10 Hassuna culture and settlements Reading the publications that should be read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
11 Hassuna pottery Criticism of the publications read Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
12 Samarra culture and settlements Homework topic selection Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
13 Samarra pottery Discussion of the publications Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
14 Halaf culture Final control of homework and discussion of shortcomings Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
15 Halaf pottery Homework submission Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
16 Term Exams Quantification and consideration Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Quantification and consideration Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 6 6
Final Exam 1 16 16
Total Workload (Hour) 78
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,12
ECTS 3 ECTS

Update Time: 18.11.2022 05:14