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)
No evaluation items have been defined.
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 Has the theoretical and applied knowledge required by the dietitian profession
- P02 Uses the knowledge and skills throughout the professional life, in the protection and improvement of individual, family and community health, to prevent and treat the diseases.
- P03 Provides training and consultancy by using scientific evidence in order to increase the health level and quality of life of the society.
- P04 Have the ability of learning, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
- P05 Uses information technologies and specific technological equipment to the field effectively
- P06 Maintains personal and professional development with the awareness of lifelong learning.
- P07 Carries out its profession in accordance with in the line with ethical principles, legal framework and standards.
- P08 Uses the professional skills in accordance with the fundamental values and culture of the population at national and international statues.
- P09 Acts in accordance with quality management processes.
- P10 Takes a role in research, projects and activities in collaborate with the healthcare team and other disciplines.
- P11 Have the ability to follow information in the professional field and to communicate with colleagues by using Turkish and at least one foreign language.
Po-Lo Matrix
| LO | P01 | P02 | P03 | P04 | P05 | P06 | P07 | P08 | P09 | P10 | P11 | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L01 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L02 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L03 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |