Typographic design systems, the aesthetic functional and conceptual use of lettering for printing, typographic uses of various visual media and technical methods.
GRA122
Lettering & Typography II
The artistic and technical problems of typographic design, typographic layout techniques, letterform design, portfolio studies on logos and signs. (Prerequisite: GRA 121).
GRA201
Graphic Design Studio I
This course introduces students to the field of "Graphic Design" through exercises on poster design, logo, logotype, brochure, bulletin, book cover and web design. The course aims to provide the basic information about these design processes and improve the ability to communicate ideas through a simple and effective visual language. (Prerequisite: PA102).
GRA202
Graphic Design Studio II
This studio course enables students to develop their observation, imagination, creativity, visual sensitivity, and working knowledge of design elements by solving a series of visual communication problems with a variety of media and materials. Students extensively use computer as a tool to create, modify and present visual messages effectively. (Prerequisite: GRA201).
GRA221
Computer Applications for Graphic Design
Students obtain experience using software to design illustrations and page layouts with the support of their understanding on design principles and strategies. Five programs are focused on: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Experiences on using this software are required. Additionally, Flash and Dreamweaver will also be taught. Emphasis of this class is placed on producing sophisticated and professional design work as well as broadening students' experience on applying software. A cooperative learning environment is encouraged.
GRA222
3d Modeling
This course introduces students to fundamental concepts, principles, and practices of 3D digital modeling. Students are given instruction in 3D modeling techniques including: production of geometric and organic surfaces and forms using NURBS, polygon construction and sub-divisional surfaces. The primary 3D modeling and rendering software used in this course will be Maya which is a commercial standard for 3D modeling
GRA223
Vector Design
In this course, students will be introduced to and develop vector (linebased) graphics using industry-standard application(s). Topics covered will include examining the theory behind vector graphics, investigating the advertising and print industry's use of this type of graphic, creation of graphics from simple to increasingly complex, as well as development of a portfolio of vector art.
GRA242
History of Graphic Art
The evolution of graphic communications from prehistoric times until the invention of movable typography. The origins of printing and typography in Europe. The impact of industrial technology upon visual communications. The growth and development of modern graphic design. History of Turkish graphic art.
GRA267
Basic Illustration
Ways of interpreting a subject through pictures. Black and white and color illustrations. Interpretation of graphic subjects through pictures.
GRA268
Commercial Illustration
In the class, the students will learn to use their fineart and design skills in dijital environment and then creating ready to use illustrations to be used in print and broadcast media.
GRA300
Summer Internship
A field based learning opportunity for professional work experience outside the classroom. Students choose full time work in an area of specific interest as a link to the professional world of Graphic Design.
GRA301
Graphic Design Studio III
This course covers products that constitute the visual identity design of a brand or corporation, as defining parts of a whole. Through assignments and theoretical lectures, the course aims at advancing the understanding of marketing communications of a corporation/brand that is advertised via means of mass communication. Students are encouraged to develop their own styles and further their visual thinking ability. (Prerequisite: GRA202).
GRA302
Graphic Design Studio IV
The course is a study of design, advertising and the promotion of a product line with an emphasis on product and consumer relations. With theoretical approaches and practical assignments, the course is a study of the structures of marketing communications of a corporation/brand that is advertised via means of mass communication. (Prerequisite: GRA301).
GRA323
Motion Graphics
This course introduces students to time-based graphics through animation. The focus of the course will be on developing a beginner-to-intermediate vector and bitmap animation for film, animation, video, digital media, and the web delivery and related presentation applications. Students will learn to design effective timeline sequences incorporating vector-drawing techniques, twining, frame-by-frame animation procedures, bitmap imagery, typographic techniques and basic scripting. Design theory for interactive media is coupled with hands-on experience for creating visually rich animations, broadcast and presentations. This course is intended for students who desire intermediate-level study in animation and time-based motion graphics.
GRA333
Advertising Design and Art Direction
In this course, the parallel approach to the design culture in national and global advertising campaign will be undertaken. Explanatory concepts in the course of the major brands, creative ideas, concept, advertising, graphics, copywriting, commercials, strategic planning, campaign applications will be examined and research issues.
GRA340
Design Semiotics
This course provides the students with tools to analyze works of art and design. It aims to introduce students with the major ideas, concepts and methods of analysis involved in semiotics and communication studies. With particular emphasis on visual culture, several important concepts will be examined and put into critical use in analyzing as well as designing new works. These concepts include the sign, paradigm, syntagm, redundancy, entropy, code, denotation, connotation, myth, metaphor, metonymy, ideology, representation, pastiche, parody, encoding / decoding, and taste.
The course introduces the basic principles of packaging techniques, three-dimensional drawing and a variety of materials used in packaging. Through assignments, students learn to design suitable packaging for the product, choose the right materials and calculate the efficiency of the designed sample for multiple assembly production.
GRA351
Advertising Photography
Primarily suitable for course, design and media research, opinion and concept sketches are based on photographs of the design. Shooting and after shooting process.
GRA392
Exhibition and Environmental Graphics
Students explore the ways in which exhibition and environmental graphics enhance the experience of the user community through interactivity with form and space. Working individually, and in teams, students will design and build scale models of their concepts for assigned projects.
GRA400
Summer Internship II
Students are required to pursue an internship with a logical Graphic Design firm, whose work is directly related to that student's intended area of professional concentration. Interns will observe and participate in all office procedures permitted by their place internship. Students with prior documented work experience in the field may be granted an exception from the internship requirement, with the approval of the Graphic Design Program Director.
GRA401
Graphic Design Studio V
The course focuses on advertising and promotion of a product line with an emphasis on product and consumer relations. The aim of the course is to teach technical and theoretical information through assignments and to study the marketing communications of a corporation/brand that is advertised via mass communication. (Prerequisite: GRA 302).
GRA402
Graphic Design Studio VI
The course aims at advancing the subjective relationship that the student has developed with design processes. The project topic should be approved both by the student and Graphic Design Department Thesis Jury. The project consists of solutions to the design problem at hand, a written report and a presentation to the jury. (Prerequisite: GRA401).
GRA412
Portfolio & Presentation
This course focuses on preparing students for entry into professional practice. Tasks include preparation of a final portfolio, presentation of the portfolio, constructing a resume, ways and means of self-promotion, the interview process and guidelines for freelance employment. Must be taken in the final semester before graduation (Prerequisite: ARC 401)
GRA452
Comic Book Design
In the class, the students will learn to use their fine art and design skills according to the script to create comic book.
HCA101
General Accounting I
This course helps the students recognize the qualities of accounting systems and its functions, to analyze the financial tables and gain information on the financial status of businesses; can arrange general financial tables, gain application skills relevant to the content and functioning of asset accounts controlled by profit and loss accounts.
HCA102
General Accounting II
This course introduces the students to the following topics: General purpose financial statements communicating information about the business corporation’s performance and position for users external to management. The course partially emphasizes how the accountant processes and presents the information and includes exposure to recording transactions, adjusting balances and preparing financial statements for service and merchandise firms according to established rules and procedures. In addition, the course examines major elements of the statements such as cash, receivables, inventory, long–lived assets, depreciation, payroll, bonds, and other liabilities and stocks.
HCA103
Introduction to Economics I
The students are expected to gain knowledge and skills on theories of microeconomics and be able to do analyses in micro-economics.
HCA104
Mathematics for Business
This course provides information on the basic concepts in mathematics and how these concepts are applied to business sciences. The students also gain skills on logic, judgment and application.
HCA105
General Business Studies
This course introduces the students to the following topics: Basic concepts in business management; stages of business establishment; classification of businesses according to their legal structure; explanation of management theories and functions; marketing; production; human resources; basic concepts in accounting and finance; assessment of a business from these perspectives.
HCA106
Introduction to Economics II
Introduction to Economics II is a built up from HCA 103 where the students are expected to gain knowledge and skills on theories and practice of macroeconomics and be able to do analyses in macro-economics.
HCA107
General Principles of Law
Through this course, the students are able to define law; are knowledgeable about enforcement and its varieties, sources of positive law, specialties of law, and the concepts of rights and debts.
HCA108
General Principles of Management
This course provides the students with knowledge and skills related to the following topics: basic concepts, themes and approaches in management; planning, organizing, direction and inspection in organizations
HCA201
Human Resource Management in Healthcare Organizations
Human Resource Management in Healthcare Organizations course introduces the students to the concepts, functions, techniques, methods and approaches in human resource management; analysis of human resource functions within health organizations; inquisition of applications within health organizations are the topics covered in the course
HCA202
Administration Law
The students are informed on the legal structure of public administration and its functions as well as the characteristics of administration law.
HCA203
Management of Healthcare Organization I
The students gain knowledge and understanding of health services; types of health organizations; factors affecting health status; aims and functions of health organizations; differences between health organizations and others; management characteristics of health organizations; internal and external duties of health organisation managers, in this course.
HCA204
Business Law
Through this course, the students gain knowledge and skills on: definition of business and commercial business, their legal structures and functions; concept of valuable documents, legal specifications of contracts and their types; limits of contract rights; consumer rights and their protection; revenue law in business.
HCA206
Management in Healthcare Organizations II
Management of Healthcare Organizations II Organisation of health systems; organisation of hospital management; hospital personnel, their duties, work principles; basic principles, concepts and techniques most frequently used in hospital management; types of services in clinics and polyclinics and their working styles and organisation, are among the topics covered in this course.
HCA208
Finance
Public Finance The economic properties of the activities undertaken by public sector; public revenue and expenditure and its types, effects and distribution; basic specifications of budgeting by the public sector, constitute the contents of this course.
HCA301
Production and Process Management in Healthcare Organization
The students are competent in following areas at the end of this course: Production management; production functions and duties of production managers; importance of product and service design; production area design; office and work system design; importance of capacity planning; planning of material requirements; management of stock control; recognition of the importance of performance and productivity in health organizations.
HCA302
Marketing in Healthcare Organizations
Through this course, the students learn how marketing is applied in health organizations, and its benefits to the organisation. They also gain knowledge on marketing strategies and how to generate solutions to problems encountered while marketing is carried out. In addition, the students learn how to use public relations and marketing activities with the aim of organizing the relationship between health organizations and their environment.
