SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
IMC6210	Mekanda Renk	0	Spring	3	0	3	6

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:
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:
Name of Coordinator:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BİHTER ERDEM OKUMUŞ
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BİHTER ERDEM OKUMUŞ
Dersin Kategorisi:

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to enable students to identify fundamental concepts of color theory, analyze the effects of color on spatial perception and user experience, evaluate color harmonies in different contexts, and apply this knowledge to the design process through digital and experiential studies.

Course Content:

This course covers the fundamental principles of color theory, color harmonies, and the effects of color on spatial perception. In the initial phase, color concepts are introduced theoretically and explored through digital applications. In later stages, students develop color compositions based on nature observations and various representational methods such as collage, photography, and abstract forms. The course concludes by integrating theoretical knowledge with experiential and practice-based studies.

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) Identifies the fundamental concepts of color theory.
2) Analyzes the effects of color on spatial perception, psychology, and user experience.
Skills *(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)*
1) Evaluates different color harmonies within design contexts.
2) Develops original color schemes through observation, digital applications, and experiential studies.
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) Applies color decisions to the design process using visual and digital representation tools.

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Introduction to color, color theory, and basic definitions
2)	Continuation of color theory presentation + introduction to basic Photoshop tools and color editing techniques
3)	Monochromatic color harmony – Digital application
4)	Analog color harmony – Digital application
5)	Complementary color harmony – Digital application
6)	Split complementary color harmony – Digital application
7)	Midterm exam preparation and general review
8)	Midterm exam
9)	Triadic color harmony – Digital application
10)	Tetradic color harmony – Digital application
11)	Field trip: observation of color, texture, and light in nature
12)	Color composition through collage studies
13)	Color application through photographic studies
14)	Color studies based on animal forms – Final evaluation
15)	Final Exam

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

DERS ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI - PROGRAM ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI İLİŞKİSİ

Contribution of The Course Unit To The Programme Learning Outcomes

Ders Öğrenme Çıktıları (DÖÇ)	1	2	3	4	5
Program Öğrenme Çıktıları (PÖÇ)
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 III: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COURSE UNIT AND COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)

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
Problem Solving
Demonstration
Views
Homework
Project Preparation
Peer Education
Technical Visit
Questions Answers
Individual and Group Work

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
Final Exam
Report Evaluation
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	1	% 15.00
Midterms	1	% 35.00
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	0	0	0
Project	0	0	0
Homework Assignments	1	28	28
Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities	-	-	70
WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES
Assesment & Evaluation Activities	# of Activities per semester	Duration (hour)	Total Workload
Quizzes	0	0	0
Midterms	1	30	30
Semester Final Exam	1	50	50
Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities	-	-	80
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities)			150
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h)			6

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:	Itten, J. (1970). The Art of Color. New York: John Wiley & Sons. Mahnke, F. H. (1996). Color, Environment, and Human Response. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold. Birren, F. (1988). Color Psychology and Color Therapy. New York: McGraw-Hill. Ching, F. D. K., & Binggeli, C. (2018). Interior Design Illustrated. Hoboken: Wiley.