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| Code | MM0042 |
| Name | Architectural Research Methods |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi NUR YILMAZ |
| Course Instructor |
1 |
Course Goal / Objective
This course aims to provide students with basic skills such as knowing the scientific research methods discussed in architecture, designing a research design in Architectural research, selecting a method suitable for the research question, and applying the sub-techniques of the method.
Course Content
The course includes; Research Methodology in Architecture, The Method of Logical Argumentation, The Method Based on Historical–Interpretative or Interpretative Research, Experimental Research The Method of Quantitative and Statistical Research, Modeling and Simulative Research , Qualitative Research, A Special Variation of Qualitative Research in Architecture (POE), Case Studies, Action Research Method: Interventional Research, Heuristic and Forecasting Methods.M Mixed Methods and the the sub-techniques of these methods.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Niezabitowska, E.D. (2018). Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315165592 Aksamija, A., (2016). Integrating Innovation in Architecture: Design, Methods and Technology for Progressive Practice and Research, Chichester, UK: John Wiley & Sons. Aksamija, A. (2021). Research Methods for the Architectural Profession (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003002932 Babbie, E. (2009) The Practice of Social Research. Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. SANOFF, H., 2000. Community Participation Methods In Design And Planning. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., ABD, 304 s. Baird, G. , Gray, J. , Issacs, N. , Kernohan, D. , and McIndore, G. (1996) Building Evaluation Techniques.New York: McGraw-Hill. Baker, G. (1996) Design Strategies in Architecture: An Approach to the Analysis of Form. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold. Kernohan , and G. McIndore (Eds.), Building Evaluation Techniques. New York: McGraw-Hill, pp. 53–58. Groat, L. and Wang, D. (2002) Architectural Research Methods. New York: John Wiley & Sons. Jones, J.C. (1992) Design Methods. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold. Lang, J. (1987) Creating Architectural Theory: The Role of the Behavioral Sciences in Environmental Design. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold. Lawson, B. (1997) How Designers Think: The Design Process Demystified. Oxford: Architectural Press. Miles, B. and Huberman, M. (1994) Qualitative Data Analysis. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage. Mo, L. (2001) Philosophy of Science for Architects. Trondheim: NTNU. Nasar, J.L. , Preiser, W.F.E. , and Fisher, T. (2007) Designing for Designers: Lessons Learned from Schools of Architecture. New York: Fairchild Publications. Walliman, N. (2006) Social Research Methods. London: Sage. Walliman, N. (2011) Research Methods: The Basics. New York: Routledge. Zeisel, J. (2006) Inquiry by Design: Environment/Behavior/Neuroscience in Architecture, Interiors,Landscape and Planning (revised ed.). New York and London: W.W. Norton & Company.
Notes
Bishop, P. , Hines, A. , and Collins, T. (2007) The Current State of Scenario Development: An Overview of Techniques. Foresight, 9(1): 5–25. Bayazit, N., (2004). “Investigating Design: A Review of Forty Years of Design Research”, Design Issues, Vol. 20, No. 1, pp. 16–29
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Chooses and applies the appropriate research method for the objectives of the study. |
| LO02 | Explains the research techniques that support decision-making processes in architecture. |
| LO03 | Interprets the relationship between science, architectural practice and theory. |
| LO04 | Compares the differences between various research techniques. |
| LO05 | Discusses the differences between research methods. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Developing and deepening knowledge of architectural theory, history and practice, and related arts, technologies, and humanities at an expert level. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses the knowledge acquired in architecture, urban design, and planning in an original way in design practice or theoretical studies. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses the methods related to research and evaluation in a research process by choosing the one that is suitable for its purpose. | 5 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops critical thinking about the nature of knowledge, sources, knowledge production and testing of knowledge within the subject area of architecture. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To have sufficient knowledge about sustainable design, environmental protection and improvement. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Competent in the field of theory and practice, aesthetic, technical, ecological, etc. Using information with creative, analytical and innovative thinking in order to create environments that meet the needs, | |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Interpreting the relationship between man and the environment in which he lives, from a structural, functional, technical, or aesthetic point of view, by considering interdisciplinary knowledge. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Selecting and using appropriate analysis methods, computer technologies and presentation techniques to organize, present and interpret data, information and findings obtained in the subject area. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Taking responsibility, independently or cohesively in a group, to carry out the theoretical and practical aspects of a study. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | To make in-depth research on a subject area or a problem determined by considering the benefit of society, within the framework of research ethics and scientific ethics, or to announce the results in various environments by using appropriate methods, by using appropriate methods. | 2 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Selecting, evaluating, recording and producing information experimentally by obtaining the relevant information individually in architectural processes. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Knowing the concepts and terminology specific to the field, participating in meetings and congresses, making presentations, using appropriate communication tools, and expressing their thoughts and opinions for the benefit of society and within ethical rules. | 2 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It evaluates the results of its work within the framework of quality processes by developing strategies, policies and implementation plans by considering innovative ethical, environmental and social values in matters related to the field of architecture. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interprets the current developments specific to the field by using domestic and foreign language knowledge and following international publications. | 4 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interpreting knowledge through interdisciplinary interaction, using the knowledge associated with architectural discipline, problem-solving, and/or application skills, in interdisciplinary studies. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Relation Between Science, Theory of Architecture, and Practice | Review of course content Babbie, E. (2009) The Practice of Social Research. Boston, MA: Cengage Learning. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 2 | The Comparison of Research Methods, Techniques, and Tools-Scientific Research in Architecture and Research Process Designing | Readings about the topic of the course Walliman, N. (2011) Research Methods: The Basics. New York: Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 3 | Research Methods Applied in Architecture | Readings about the topic of the course Groat, L. and Wang, D. (2002) Architectural Research Methods. New York: John Wiley & Sons. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 4 | The Method of Logical Argumentation: An Analysis and Logical Construction, The Method Based on Historical–Interpretative or Interpretative Research | Readings about the topic of the course Groat, L. and Wang, D. (2002) Architectural Research Methods. New York: John Wiley & Sons. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Experimental Research, The Method of Quantitative and Statistical Research, Modeling and Simulative Research | Readings about the topic of the course Baird, G. , Gray, J. , Issacs, N. , Kernohan, D. , and McIndore, G. (1996) Building Evaluation Techniques.New York: McGraw-Hill. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Qualitative Research, Case Studies, Action Research Method: Interventional Research | Readings about the topic of the course Aksamija, A. (2021). Research Methods for the Architectural Profession (1st ed.). Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Heuristic and Forecasting Method, Mixed Methods | Readings about the topic of the course Aksamija, A. (2021). Research Methods for the Architectural Profession (1st ed.). Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review of previous topics | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 9 | Research Techniques Applied in Architectural Scientific Research-1 | Readings about the topic of the course Aksamija, A. (2021). Research Methods for the Architectural Profession (1st ed.). Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Research Techniques Applied in Architectural Scientific Research-2 | Readings about the topic of the course Aksamija, A. (2021). Research Methods for the Architectural Profession (1st ed.). Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Research Techniques That Support Decision-Making Processes in Design and Strategic Development-1 | Readings about the topic of the course Groat, L. and Wang, D. (2002) Architectural Research Methods. New York: John Wiley & Sons. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Research Techniques That Support Decision-Making Processes in Design and Strategic Development-2 | Readings about the topic of the course Niezabitowska, E.D. (2018). Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture (1st ed.). Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | Research Techniques That Support Decision-Making Processes in Design and Strategic Development-3 | Readings about the topic of the course Niezabitowska, E.D. (2018). Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture (1st ed.). Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Evaluation: Discussing New Research Areas in Architecture | Readings about the topic of the course Niezabitowska, E.D. (2018). Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture (1st ed.). Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Evaluation: New Research Areas in Architecture | Readings about the topic of the course Niezabitowska, E.D. (2018). Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture (1st ed.). Routledge. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review of previous topics | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review of previous topics | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 12 | 6 | 72 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 7 | 5 | 35 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 153 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,12 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||