SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
60521YETOS-SBG2462	Introduction to Sustainability	2	Spring	2	0	2	3

Course Type :	University Elective
Cycle:	Bachelor      TQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree      QF-EHEA:First Cycle      EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	Turkish
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Doçent Dr. ÇEYİZ MAKAL FAİRCLOUGH
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:
Dersin Kategorisi:	Competency Development (University Elective)

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of the Introduction to Sustainability course is to develop an ecological perspective that protects the right to life of other living things and ecosystems, in the era of climate crisis we are in, is seen as a citizenship consciousness. It aims to raise awareness about the necessities of social life.
Course Content:	In this course, concepts and topics such as ecological literacy, sustainability, the principle of interdependence in nature and human relations, climate crisis, global warming, carbon footprint, sustainability problems in the field of energy and food, consumption culture and waste problem, environmental justice are environmental issues in different parts of the world. topics will be covered.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)

1) ● Periodically lists the historical development and critical points of sustainability activities.

Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)

1) ● Integrates sustainability into our lives and values.

2) Comprehends the local, regional and global effects of energy production and consumption.

Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)

1) ● Explains the concepts of environmental, economic and social sustainability

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Orientation and Definition of Sustainability
2)	History of Sustainability and Basic Concepts
3)	Consumption and Consumer
4)	Global challenges: CLIMATE CHANGE
5)	Understanding Ecosystems
6)	ENERGY AND SOCIETY
7)	DOCUMENTARY on SUSTAINABILITY: CLASS DISCUSSIONS ON SUSTAINABILITY
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Sustainability and Waste Management
10)	Sustainability and Environmental Pollution
11)	Sustainability and the Food Problem :Food and Agriculture
12)	Sustainable City and Living Spaces
13)	Sustainability and Energy Systems
14)	Sustainability and Art
15)	Reviewing Important Concepts on Sustainability

*These fields provides students with course materials for their pre- and further study before and after the course delivered.

Recommended or Required Reading & Other Learning Resources/Tools

Course Notes / Textbooks:	● Brinkmann, Robert (2016). Introduction to Sustainability . Wiley-Blackwell ● Mulligan, Martin (2017). An Introduction to Sustainability: Environmental, Social and Personal Perspectives. Routledge ● Ders Notları: Sürdürülebilirlik ders sunumları ve makaleler. (Dersin Öğretim Üyesi tarafından sağlanacaktır.)
References:	• Elliott, Jennifer (2012). An Introduction to Sustainable Development. Routledge • Wackernagel, M., et al. (1996). An ecological footprint: Reducing human impact on Earth. New Society Publishers

Level of Contribution of the Course to PLOs

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Programme Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level (from 1 to 5)
1)	Explain the fundamental concepts, historical development, and theoretical framework of graphic design.
2)	Define typography, color theory, and composition principles in visual communication design.
3)	Evaluate the social, cultural, and ethical aspects of graphic design to develop an interdisciplinary perspective.
4)	Develop original and innovative design solutions using creative problem-solving methods.
5)	Apply visual hierarchy, perception psychology, and user experience (UX) principles to design for international markets.
6)	Effectively use digital tools and design software to produce professional graphic design work.
7)	Take responsibility in international graphic design projects individually or within a team to develop creative solutions.
8)	Manage graphic design projects and plan processes while applying a professional work discipline.
9)	Continuously improve by following global innovations, technologies, and methodologies in graphic design.
10)	Adopt intercultural design principles to create visual solutions for global audiences.
11)	Develop design solutions that are culturally sensitive, ethically appropriate, and sustainable.
12)	Work independently or participate in teamwork within graphic design processes.

SECTION IV: TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESMENT-EVALUATION METHODS OF THE COURSE

Teaching & Learning Methods of the Course

(All teaching and learning methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Teaching and Learning Methods defined at the Programme Level	Teaching and Learning Methods Defined for the Course
Lectures
Discussion
Reading
Homework
Questions Answers

Assessment & Evaluation Methods of the Course

(All assessment and evaluation methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Aassessment and evaluation Methods defined at the Programme Level	Assessment and Evaluation Methods defined for the Course
Midterm
Presentation
Final Exam
Quiz
Homework Evaluation

Contribution of Assesment & Evalution Activities to Final Grade of the Course

Measurement and Evaluation Methods	# of practice per semester	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	2	% 20.00
Midterms	1	% 30.00
Semester Final Exam	1	% 50.00
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

SECTION V: WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS ALLOCATED FOR THE COURSE

WORKLOAD OF TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Teaching & Learning Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Course	14	3	42
Laboratory	0	0	0
Application	0	0	0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)	0	0	0
Field Work	0	0	0
Study Hours Out of Class	0	0	0
Presentations / Seminar	2	3	6
Project	0	0	0
Homework Assignments	2	3	6
Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities	-	-	54
WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES
Assesment & Evaluation Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Quizzes	2	3	6
Midterms	1	3	3
Semester Final Exam	1	3	3
Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities	-	-	12
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities)			66
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h)			3