Course Code: 
INTD 362
Course Type: 
Area Elective
Theory: 
3
Practice: 
0
Lab: 
0
Credits: 
3
ECTS: 
5
Course Language: 
İngilizce
Course Coordinator: 
Course Objectives: 
Advanced techniques for 3D modelling and animation of architectural designs.
Course Content: 

•Overview of modeling technologies
•Understanding topology
•Preparing storyboard of model and analyzing
•Introduction to polygon modeling
•Defining High-Res and Low-Res model
•Converting patch to polygon model
•Approaching organic modeling and re-topology
•Loft and terrain
•Basic keyframe animation
•Controlling curves of animation and graph editor
•Path animation and constraints
•Dynamic simulation
•Using slate material editor
•Environment and HDR settings
•Lighting and rendering settings
•Compositing and color correction

Course Methodology: 
1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Discussion, 4: Seminar, 5: Project, 6: Teamwork; 7:Technical excursion
Course Evaluation Methods: 
A: Testing, B: Jury, C: Homework, D:Quiz, E:Internship

Vertical Tabs

Course Learning Outcomes

 

 

 

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Teaching Methods

Assessment Methods

Drawing an architectural project in 2D.

2, 4

1, 2, 5

A, C, D

 

Modelling an architectural project in 3D.

 

2, 4

 

1, 2, 5

 

A, C, D

 

Drawing a surveyed site in 2D and modelling the

given site in 3D.

2, 4

1, 2, 5

A, C, D

Designing an architectural project starting from its

initial proposed form.

2, 4

1, 2, 5

A, C, D

Drawing the site plan of an architectural project.

2, 4

1, 2, 5

A, C, D

Preparing an architectural project according to

standards, suitable for future constructions.

2, 4

1, 2, 5

A, C, D

Preparing a photo-realistic presentation of an

architectural project.

2, 4

1, 2, 5

A, C, D

 

Teaching Methods:

1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3:

Discussion, 4: Seminar, 5: Project, 6: Teamwork; 7:Technical excursion

Assessment Methods:

A: Testing, B: Jury, C: Homework, D:Quiz, E:Internship

 

 

 

Course Flow

 

 

 

COURSE CONTENT

Week

Topics

Preparation

1

Overviewing of modeling technologies.

 

2

Understanding topology and its techniques, preparing storyboard for

modelling and its analysis.

 

3

Introduction to polygon modeling, defining High-Res and Low-Res

models.

 

4

Converting patches or NURBs to polygon models.

 

5

Approaching organic modeling and re-topology techniques.

 

6

Loft and terrain applications.

 

7

Basic key frame animation application.

 

8

Controlling curves of animation and graph editor.

 

9

MIDTERM

 

10

Path animation and constraints.

 

11

Dynamic simulation and using slate material editor.

 

12

Adjusting Environment and HDR settings.

 

13

Adjusting lighting and rendering settings.

 

14

Compositing and color correction for final presentations.

 

 

 

 

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

 

 

 

Additional Resources

  • Vaughan, W. (2012). Digital Modeling. New Riders.
  • Beane, A. (2012). 3D Animation Essentials. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
  • Zeman, N, B. (2015). Essential Skills for 3D Modeling Rendering and Animation. CRC Press.
  • O’Hailey, T. (2010). Hybrid Animation Integrating 2d and 3d Assets. Focal Press.
  • Chopine, A. (2011). The Fundamentals of 3D Modeling The Fundamentals of 3D

Modeling and Animation. Focal Press.

 

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING

Documents

 

Assignments

 

Exams

 

Assessment

IN-TERM STUDIES

NUMBER

PERCENTAGE

Mid-terms

1

30

Quizzes

 

 

Assignment

1

10

Total

 

40

CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE

 

60

CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE

 

40

Total

 

100

 

 

COURSE CATEGORY

Expertise / Field Courses

 

 

 

Course’s Contribution to Program

 

 

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM

 

No

 

Program Learning Outcomes

Contribution

(1=lowest, 5 highest )

1

2

3

4

5

1

Speaking and writing skills: Effective reading, writing, listening and speaking skills

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Critical thinking skills: Ability to develop clear and open questions, use abstract ideas to express ideas, evaluate opposing views, reach to the well- examined results and test them with similar criteria and standards

 

 

 

 

 

3

Graphic communication skills: Ability to formally express each stage of planning and design process with various techniques including hand- drawings and information technologies to create appropriate presentations.

 

 

 

 

x

 

 

4

Research skills: Ability to obtain relevant information, assessment, recording and apply during the architectural processes

 

 

 

 

 

5

Stylistic composition systems: Understanding the creation, development and implementation processes of two and three dimension design, architectural composition, and visual perception and organization in urban design

 

 

 

 

 

6

Design skills: Ability to apply basic architectural principles in building, interiors and layout

 

 

 

x

 

 

7

Team work skills: Ability to enhance individual skills and take on different roles through identification and work as a member of the design team , in conjunction with other environments

 

 

 

 

 

8

Western architecture: Comprehending the rules of architecture, landscape

and urban design, and also the climatic, technological, socio-economic and cultural factors which shape these principles

 

 

 

 

 

9

Non-western   architecture:   Comprehending   the   principles   of   West

architecture in non-western landscape and urban design as well as climatic, technologic, social - economic and other factors shaping these principles.

 

 

 

 

 

10

National and regional architecture: Comprehending the effects of national

traditions and historical heritage in national and vernacular architecture including local architecture, landscape and urban design.

 

 

 

 

 

11

Architectural conservation and restoration: Having awareness of the

protection of historical areas as well as the basic principles for the

documentation of historical monuments and buildings for the preparation of their restoration projects.

 

 

 

 

 

12

The ability of utilization from the examples: The ability to discover

examples that are appropriate to program and form, concerning the

composition and development of architectural and urban projects

 

 

 

 

 

13

Human   behaviors:   Understanding   the   interaction   between   physical

environment and humans

 

 

 

 

 

14

Cultural differences: Comprehending the needs, behaviors, social and spatial patterns which characterize different cultures

 

 

 

 

 

15

Accessibility: The ability to design buildings and establishments that are

appropriate to the lives of various disabled people.

 

 

 

 

 

16

Sustainable design: Conservation of artificial sources which also include naturally and culturally significant buildings and spaces, regarding the role of sustainability in the architectural and urban design decisions and

understanding the formation of healthy buildings and establishments

 

 

 

 

 

 

17

Organizing an architectural building program: The ability to evaluate an architectural project with a comprehensive program, according to the design criteria concerning the client, user requirements, appropriate precedents, space and equipment requirements, site conditions and related laws and standards

 

 

 

 

 

18

Site Conditions: Ability to design settlement and building considering the

natural and artificial properties of site

 

 

 

 

 

19

Structural systems: Understanding the behavioral principles of standing structures with vertical and horizontal forces and the development and

application of contemporary load-bearing systems

 

 

 

 

 

20

Environmental systems: Understanding the basic principles of lighting,

acoustics, air-conditioning and energy use in the design of environmental systems.

 

 

 

 

 

21

Life safety: Understanding the basic principles of life safety systems with

an emphasis on the topic of emergency exits

 

 

 

 

 

22

Building Shell Systems: Understanding the materials and basic design systems and correct application types of building shells

 

 

 

 

 

23

Building service systems : Understanding the basic design principles of building service systems composing, plumbing , electric , vertical circulation, communication, security and fire safety systems

 

 

 

 

 

24

Integration ability of building systems: Ability of evaluation, selection and integration of building service systems, environment, security and building shells in building design.

 

 

 

 

 

25

Construction materials and applications: Understanding the principles and standards of building materials and components in terms of production and applications.

 

 

 

 

 

26

Control of cost estimate: Within the framework of the design project;

understanding the basics of finance, building economy and cost control

 

 

 

 

 

27

Technical documentation: On the purpose of survey and construction; to have an ability of a complete and accurate technical description and

documentation of the project

 

 

 

 

 

28

The role of the customer in architecture: Understanding the responsibility

of analyzing the requirements of the owner and customer as an architect

 

 

 

 

 

29

Comprehensive design ability: Ability to improve and evaluate an

architectural project with comprehensive program from graphical design to system details (Structural and environmental systems, security, etc.)

 

 

 

 

 

30

The administrative role of the architect: Understanding the duty of

tasking, contracting, personnel management, consultants, project delivery methods and service agreement

 

 

 

 

 

31

Architectural practice: Understanding issues of office organization,

business planning, marketing, financial management, project management, risk mitigation, the basic principles of leadership and the profession of issues affecting the globalization, outsourcing, project delivery, expanding practice that support the profession of architecture

 

 

 

 

 

 

32

Professional development: Understanding the role of the internship in professional development, and mutual rights and responsibilities of the

employer and the trainee

 

 

 

 

 

33

Leadership: Understanding the pioneer role of the architect in the process

of project and design for contract administration

 

 

 

 

 

34

Legal responsibilities: Understanding the legal responsibilities of the architect in building design and construction such as public health, safety and well-being, property rights, zoning and housing regulations, user rights

which affect architectural studies

 

 

 

 

 

35

Ethics and Professional Judgment: Understanding the ethical issues that are related to the professional adjudication in architectural design and practice

 

 

 

 

 

 

ECTS

Activities

Quantity

Duration
(Hour)

Total
Workload
(Hour)

Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours)

16

3

48

Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)

15

3

45

Mid-terms

1

3

3

Homework

1

15

15

Final examination

1

3

3

Total Work Load

 

 

114

Total Work Load / 25 (h)

 

 

4,56

ECTS Credit of the Course

 

 

5

 

 

None