COLOUR CULTURE
- Course
- GRDE304 - COLOUR CULTURE
- Department
- Graphic Design - English - Undergraduate
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 4
- T+P+L
- 2 + 2 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- -
- Prerequisite
- -
Course Description
This course covers the basic principles, theories and their applications of colours. Colour theory create a logical structure for colour. There are three basic categories of colour theory: The colour wheel, colour harmony, and the context of how colours are used. The student develops working skills with thinking and information of colour design for a variety of visual effects. This course involves the development of colour perception, expression, and application in traditional and digital imagery, using two-dimensional formats through a series of problem-solving exercises and projects. To understand the creative use of colour; the chemical, physical and psychological aspects of colour. It also allows researching the colour culture of different countries.
COLOUR CULTURE
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
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Course outcomes
- 01 1. Implement (4) the colour theory in design works.
- 02 2. Analyze (4) of cultural, psychological and symbolic effects of the colours.
- 03 3. Select (3) the colors suitable for the target audience of a project.
- 04 4. Develop (4) colour perception.
- 05 5. Solve (3) the design problems related to colour.
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course: An overview of the course syllabus / Required materials |
| Week 2 | How do we see colours? / Colour Theory / Primary, secondary and tertiary colours / Assignment 1 |
| Week 3 | Colour model (RGB, CMYK) / Hue, saturation, brightness / Colour value: Hue, tint, tone, shade / Assignment 2 |
| Week 4 | Colour Harmonies: Monochromatic, polychromatic, neutral, achromatic colours / Assignment 3 |
| Week 5 | Colour Harmonies: Complementary, analogous, triadic and tetradic colour schemes / Assignment 4 |
| Week 6 | Documentary: Cracking the Colour Code - Episode 1: Viewing Colour |
| Week 7 | Preparation for the Midterm Exam |
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM WEEK |
| Week 9 | MIDTERM EXAM WEEK |
| Week 10 | Physiological effects of colours / Colour Hormony: Warm and Cool Colours / Documentary: Cracking the Colour Code Episode 2: Making Colours |
| Week 11 | The meaning of colours / FINAL PROJECT: Creating a effective poster with colours |
| Week 12 | Documentary: Cracking the Colour Code Episode 3: The Power of Colour / STUDENT PRESENTATIONS: Colour in different cultures |
| Week 13 | STUDENT PRESENTATIONS: Colour in different cultures |
| Week 14 | STUDENT PRESENTATIONS: Colour in different cultures / Final project critiques |
| Week 15 | Final project submission |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Lecturer's own notes (https://moodle.ciu.edu.tr)
- 02 Biggam, C. P. & Wolf, K. (2021) A Cultural History of Color: Volumes 1-6. Bloomsbury Academic.
- 03 Gage, J. (2009) Colour and Culture: Practice and meaning from antiquity to abstraction. Thames & Hudson.
- 04 Walch, M. & Hope, A., 1995) Living colours: The definitive guide to color palettes through the ages. Chronicle Books.
Learning Outcomes
- L01 Students develop (5) their knowledge of colour and their skills in its use, and apply (4) colour theory in their design work. SOLO 4.5
- L02 Analyze (4) of cultural, psychological and symbolic effects of the colours. SOLO 4
- L03 Select (3) the colors suitable for the target audience of a project. SOLO 3
Program Outcomes
- P01 Should have sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science, and subjects specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
- P02 Should have the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science, and related engineering disciplines in complex engineering problems.
- P03 Should have the ability to detect, define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems.
- P04 Should have the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods to solve complex engineering problems.
- P05 Should have the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions.
- P06 Should have the ability to apply modern design methods.
- P07 Should have the ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications.
- P08 Should have the ability to use information technologies effectively.
- P09 Should have the ability to design experiments, for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research topics.
- P10 Should have the ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research topics.
- P11 Should have the ability to work in intradisciplinary teams.
- P12 Should have the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.
- P13 Should have the skills to work individually.
- P14 Should have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- P15 Should have the knowledge of at least one foreign language.
- P16 Should be able to write effective reports, understand written reports, and prepare design and production reports.
- P17 Should have the ability to make effective presentations.
- P18 Should have the ability to give and have clear and understandable instructions.
- P19 Should gain consciousness (awareness) about the necessity of lifelong learning.
- P20 Should have the ability to access information.
- P21 Should have the ability to follow developments in science and technology and constantly renew himself/herself.
- P22 Should gain the awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and should act in accordance with ethical principles.
- P23 Should gain knowledge about the standards used in engineering applications.
- P24 Should gain knowledge about project management, risk management, and change management practices in business life.
- P25 Should gain awareness about entrepreneurship, and innovation.
- P26 Should gain knowledge about development in sustainability.
- P27 Should gain knowledge about the effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and security at universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering.
- P28 Awareness should be gained about the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
Po-Lo Matrix
| LO | P01 | P02 | P03 | P04 | P05 | P06 | P07 | P08 | P09 | P10 | P11 | P12 | P13 | P14 | P15 | P16 | P17 | P18 | P19 | P20 | P21 | P22 | P23 | P24 | P25 | P26 | P27 | P28 | Average |
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| L01 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L02 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L03 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |