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Knowledge of Motifs and Patterns in Turkish-Islamic Arts

Course Code	: İST516
Course Type	: Area Elective
Couse Group	: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language	: Turkish
Work Placement	: N/A

Theory	: 3
Prt.	: 0
Credit	: 3
Lab	: 0
ECTS	: 5

Objectives of the Course

To recognize motifs in Turkish-Islamic arts, to conduct formal analysis, and to apply the principles of pattern arrangement.

Course Content

Examination of the formal features of floral, geometric, and calligraphic motifs in Turkish-Islamic arts, stylization, pattern formation, and principles of composition.

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Learning Outcomes

1.	Explains the fundamental concepts and historical development of the field of Motif and Pattern Knowledge in Turkish Islamic Arts.
2.	Defines the primary monuments, sources, and examples covered within the scope of Motif and Pattern Knowledge in Turkish Islamic Arts.
3.	Analyzes the examples related to Motif and Pattern Knowledge in Turkish Islamic Arts in terms of form, technique, function, and style.
4.	Evaluates the topics of Motif and Pattern Knowledge in Turkish Islamic Arts comparatively within their historical and cultural contexts.
5.	Presents an independent, source-based research on Motif and Pattern Knowledge in Turkish Islamic Arts, observing academic ethical principles.

Recommended or Required Reading

1.	Akar, A. and Keskiner, C. (1978). Pattern and Motif in Turkish Decorative Arts. Tercüman Art Books.
2.	Aslanapa, O. (1984). Turkish Art. Kervan Publications.
3.	Birol, İ. A. and Derman, Ç. (1991). Motifs in Turkish Decorative Arts. Kubbealtı Neşriyatı.
4.	Yetkin, S. K. (1954). History of Islamic Art. Ankara University Faculty of Theology Publications.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week 1 - Theoretical

Concepts of motif and pattern.

Week 2 - Theoretical

Development of the Turkish-Islamic decorative tradition.

Week 3 - Theoretical

Floral motifs and the hatayi group.

Week 4 - Theoretical

Rumi motif and its variations.

Week 5 - Theoretical

Cloud (bulut), münhani, and auxiliary motifs.

Week 6 - Theoretical

Geometric motifs and interlacements (geçme).

Week 7 - Theoretical

Relationship between calligraphy and decoration.

Week 8 - Theoretical

Observation of natural forms.

Week 9 - Theoretical

Morphological analysis and characteristic features.

Week 10 - Theoretical

Stylization and motif creation.

Week 11 - Theoretical

Proportion, rhythm, and hierarchy.

Week 12 - Theoretical

Balance, symmetry, and emphasis.

Week 13 - Theoretical

Repeat pattern (raport), border, and surface composition.

Week 14 - Theoretical

Motif and pattern analyses.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Type of Assessment	Count	Percent
Attending Lectures	1	%5
Quiz	1	%5
Midterm Examination	1	%30
Final Examination	1	%60

Workload Calculation

Activities	Count	Preparation	Time	Total Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory	14	5	0	70
Assignment	14	2	0	28
Midterm Examination	1	14	0	14
Final Examination	1	14	0	14
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)				126

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

	PÇ-1	PÇ-2	PÇ-3	PÇ-4	PÇ-5	PÇ-6
OÇ-1	4	4	3	4	4	4
OÇ-2	3	4	3	4	4	4
OÇ-3	4	4	4	3	4	4
OÇ-4	4	4	4	4	4	4
OÇ-5	4	4	4	4	4	4

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