Symbol and Meaning

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

Graphic Expression Techniques I, Graphic Expression Techniques II, Graphic Design I, Graphic Design IIVisual Perception, Mythology and Iconography I, Mythology and Iconography II,History of Graphic Design, History of Contemporary Graphic Design

Course Contents

Meaning and classification of semiotics, history of semiotics, first symbols and stages of development, development processes of the first industrial and commercial logos in history and application studies for the creation of new and original designs in this regard.

Weekly Schedule

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Recommended or Required Reading

1- Mythologies / Roland Barthes, Annette Lavers / Farrar, Straus and Giroux, Pictograms, Icons & Signs, A Guide to Information Graphics / Rayan Abdullah, Roger Hübner / Thames and Hudson

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Discussion
3) Drill and Practice
4) Modelling
5) Simulation
6) Brain Storming
7) Lab / Workshop
8) Self Study
9) Problem Solving
10) Project Based Learning

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade	30%
Number Percentage Semester Studies Midterm Examination 1 30% Project 2 70%
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade	70%
Total	100%

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Work Placement(s)

Not Required