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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| ARCHAEOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | AR433 |
| Name | Prehistoric Art |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | FE Field Education Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. BAKİYE EDENS |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Özlem GİRGİNER
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to examine the visual and symbolic expressions of prehistoric societies through archaeological evidence and to evaluate artistic traditions across different periods and regions.
Course Content
The course covers the emergence of prehistoric art, cave and rock art, portable art, figurines, artistic traditions in different regions, and approaches to dating and interpretation.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Bruno David, 2017, Cave Art (World of Art) Thames & Hudson, Feb 28, 2017
Notes
Michael Gross, Cave art reveals human nature, Current Biology 30, R95–R111, February 3, 2020
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the basic concepts and major forms of prehistoric art. |
| LO02 | Evaluates the emergence and development of prehistoric art in light of archaeological evidence. |
| LO03 | Identifies and compares major examples of Paleolithic cave and rock art. |
| LO04 | Explains the materials and techniques used in prehistoric art. |
| LO05 | Evaluates prehistoric figurines and human representations within their archaeological contexts. |
| LO06 | Compares prehistoric artistic traditions from different geographical regions. |
| LO07 | Identifies the techniques and materials used in cave and rock art. |
| LO08 | Explains the main issues concerning the dating and conservation of prehistoric art. |
| LO09 | Evaluates prehistoric art in Anatolia through its major archaeological sites. |
| LO10 | Critically evaluates the major approaches to the interpretation of prehistoric art. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understands the basic knowledge of archaeology and advanced applied knowledge. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains advanced knowledge, scientific results and problems related to scientific and application areas of archaeology. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Classifies archaeological data and material chronologically. | 2 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Examines the stylistic characteristics of archaeological material. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses all the skills gained in the profession of archaeology to serve society and humanity in line with national and universal needs. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Interpret the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in archaeology with a holistic perspective. | 3 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Records archaeological data visually and verbally using technological tools. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes responsibility in field studies (excavations and surveys) and projects in archaeological sites. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Makes individual and team work in the laboratory environment where archaeological data are evaluated in written and visual form. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Evaluates the knowledge and skills acquired in the professional field with a critical approach. | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Continuously improves himself/herself with the principle of lifelong development in scientific, social, artistic and cultural fields within his/her professional and individual development. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | To be able to share information about the field with experts and non-experts using Turkish and foreign languages. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Have professional and ethical responsibility. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Protects historical and cultural heritage. | 2 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Organize collaborative studies for problem solving with different disciplines. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Prehistoric Art: Basic Concepts and Theoretical Approaches | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 2 | European Paleolithic Cave Art I: Lascaux and Altamira | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 3 | European Paleolithic Cave Art II: Chauvet and Niaux | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 4 | European Paleolithic Cave Art III: Pech Merle and Font-de-Gaume | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 5 | European Paleolithic Cave Art IV: Trois-Frères, Tuc d’Audoubert and Cosquer | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 6 | Paleolithic Portable Art: Bone, Antler and Ivory Objects | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösteri |
| 7 | Paleolithic Human Representations and “Venus” Figurines | Konuyla ilgili makale ve kitaplar okunmalı | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Early Symbolic Behaviour and Prehistoric Art in Africa | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 10 | Prehistoric Rock Art in Southeast Asia: Sulawesi | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 11 | Prehistoric Rock Art in Australia | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 12 | Neolithic Art in Anatolia I: Göbeklitepe and Taş Tepeler | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 13 | Neolithic Art in Anatolia II: Çatalhöyük | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 14 | Materials, Techniques, Dating and Archaeometry in Prehistoric Art | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 15 | Interpreting Prehistoric Art: Theories and General Evaluation | The recommended article should be read. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösteri |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
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 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 24 | 24 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 88 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,52 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||