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BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE

Curriculum and Syllabus

COURSES – SEMESTER WISE-REGULATIONS 2015

I SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

II SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

Sl. No.

Title of the Subject L T P C

1. Communicative English 2 - 2 3

2. History of Architecture‐I 3 - - 3

3. Theory of Architecture I 3 - - 3

4. Architectural Graphics 1 - 4 3

5. Visual arts-I - - 6 3

6. Workshop - - 6 3

7. Basic Design - - 10 5

Total 9 28 23

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1. Applied Mechanics 3 - - 3

2. History of Architecture-II 3 - - 3

3. Theory of Architecture II 3 - - 3

4. Environmental Science 3 - - 3

5. Building Construction & Materials – I 2 - 4 4

6. Visual arts-II - - 6 3

7. Architectural Design-I - - 12 6

Total 14 22 25

III SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

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1. Design of structures-I 3 - - 3

2. History of Architecture-III 3 - - 3

3. Climatology 3 - - 3

4. Computer applications in architecture 1 - 4 3

5. Site Planning 2 - 2 3

6. Building Construction & Materials – II 2 - 4 4

7. Architectural Design-II - - 12 6

Total 14 22 25

IV SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

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1. Design of structures-II 2 1 - 3

2. Building services I 3 - - 3

3. Contemporary Architecture 4 - - 4

4. Elective I 3 3

5. Building Construction & Materials – III 2 - 4 4

6. Architectural Design-III - - 12 6

7. Study Tour I 8 4

Total 14 24 27

V SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

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1. Design of structures-III 2 1 - 3

2. Landscape Architecture 3 - - 3

3. Building Services II

3 - - 3

4. Elective II 3 3

5. Building Construction & Materials – IV 2 - 4 4

6. Architectural Design-IV* - - 14 7

Total 13 18 23

VI SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

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1. Professional Practice –I 3 - - 3

2. Building Services III 3 - - 3

3. Estimation, Costing and Specifications 3 - - 3

4. Elective III 3 - - 3

5. Building Construction & Materials –V 2 - 4 4

6. Architectural Design-V -- - 14 7

7. Study Tour II 8 4

Total 15 26 27

VII SEM B.ARCHITECTURE +VIII SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING (TWO SEMESTERS) (12+12=24) CREDITS

The students are required to undergo Practical Training in a qualified, registered and competent

Architect's Office. Students will be trained in the various practical aspects of Architecture,

Construction & Professional practice. Maintenance of personal diary, recording important

observations, architectural detail, technical data, site visit particulars, presentation of drawings

and reports done during the training period is the essential submission requirements. Marks will

be awarded on the basis of student's monthly progress reports, work diary, drawings & reports

done during the training period and the Architect's certificate

IX SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

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1. Professional Practice-II 3 - - 3

2. Human settlements and Planning 3 - - 3

3. Advanced structures 3 3

4. Elective IV 3 - - 3

5. Urban Design 2 - 4 4

6.. Architectural design-VI - - 14 7

Total 14 23

X SEM B.ARCHITECTURE

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1. Thesis - - 32 16

Elective V 3 - 3 Project Management 3 3

Total 3 - 32 22

LIST OF ELECTIVES

Sl. No.

Elective Title of the Subject L T P C

1. I 1.Vernacular Architecture 2. Energy Efficient Buildings

3 - - 3

2. II 1.Advanced Computer applications 2.Digital Media Art Appreciation

3 - - 3

3. III 1.Interior Design 2. Architectural Conservation

3 - - 3

4. IV 1. Other Department Elective-Ethics and Values 2Design of low cost buildings 3. Earth Quake Resistant Structures

3 - - 3

V 1.Environment and Behavior 2.Modular Coordination and Industrialized Building 3. Advanced Materials and Construction Techniques

3 - - 3

NOTE : THE MINIMUM PRESCRIBED CREDITS FOR THE AWARD OF B.ARCH. DEGREE IS 214

COMMUNICATIVE ENGLISH

OBJECTIVE

To develop the professional and communication skills for learners in a technical environment

OUTLINE

Simple grammar – using appropriate words, filling of blanks, completing of sentences, active and

passive voice, correcting mistakes in texts, Use of proverbs, metaphors, Reading and listening

comprehension, to develop the ability to read and listen with understanding and draw reasoned

conclusions, Interpretation of materials such as questionnaires, application forms, analysis of

materials such as texts, reports, technical literature, Notes taking from spoken and written

English, Comprehension of lectures and speeches to locate key points, Writing, Professional

letters to fellow architects, clients, public authorities,contractors, enquiries to industries, dealers.

Essay writing on current political, technical and social problems, Use of Dictionary

References

1. Communicative English for Professional Courses, Mudambadithaya G.S.

2. “Study reading – A course in reading Skills for academic purposes” Eric H. Glendinning&

Beverly Holmstrom, Cambridge University Press, 1992

3.“Good style – writing for science and technology”,John Kirkman,E&FN Spon, an Imprint of

Chapman & Hall, 1992.

HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE- I

OBJECTIVE

To provide an introduction to the culture and architecture of early civilizations.

OUTLINE

Critical appreciation of works and synoptic study of architectural characteristic features from the

following phases and periods: Pre Historic world, Primitive man, shelters, settlements, religious

and burial systems

River valley cultures Indus, Tigris and Euphrates, Nile, Pre classical Aryan, Vedic and Epic

Age, Mauryan and early Buddhist Cultures, Design norms, standards, prescription and

style.Classical (Buddhist) Mahayana phase, stupa and rock cut cave architecture Pre-Classical

Mycenea, Persia, Etruscan.

References

1.History of Architecture in India by Tadgell Christopher, AP Press,1993

2.Indian Architecture, Buddhist and Hindu period by Brown Percy, CBS Publisshers,1992

THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE I

OBJECTIVE

To acquaint the students with the basic aesthetic principles involved in architectural design.

OUTLINE

Principles of architectural composition – unity, balance, proportion, scale, contrast, harmony,

accentuation, restraint, definition, repose, vitality, strength - with the help of illustrations of

buildings, both historical as well as contemporary,Organizing principles of architectural

composition – symmetry, hierarchy, datum, axis, rhythm – different types of spatial

organizations of masses – linear, centralized, radial, clustered, grid organization – illustrations of

buildings both historical as well as contemporary,Use and need of ornament in architectural

design – different types of ornamentation in buildings – historical perspective of the use of

ornament in buildings.

Use of different materials like brick, timber, stone, concrete, glass for aesthetic and structural

purposes, Style in architecture – basis for classification of styles – evolution of styles.

References

1. Analysing Architecture”,Simon Unwin,Rouledge, London, 2003

2. Elements of Space making”,YatinPandya,Mapin 2007

ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS

OBJECTIVE To introduce the students to the fundamental techniques of architectural drawings. OUTLINE

Introduction to the basic principles of drawing, sign conventions, Practice in lettering, lettering

used in architectural drawings, including different fonts.

3. Architecture-Form, Space and Order, Francis D.K. Ching, Van Nostrand Reinhold

Company,New York, 2007

Graphical Codes, Symbols and Scales- Introduction to the concept of scale, Plane Geometry –

Construction of Planes, Circles, Curves, Tangent and Regular Polygons,

Introduction to orthographic projection – First angle projection, Orthographic projection of

objects & methods Geometric views and Projections, Projectional drawings of solids – right

prism, right pyramid, right cylinder, right cone. Section lines in different angles & drawing of

true section Construction of plane curves, ellipse, parabola, hyperbola and ovals, Arches, typical

arch forms.

Principles of orthographic projection- Projection of points, lines, planes, solids, Three

dimensional representation, isometric and axonometric projection of solids.

Perspective Drawing: Definition of perspective technique (picture plane, stationary point etc)

and their role in drawing perspectives, one point, two point and three point perspectives of

geometrical shapes leading to perspectives of built forms, exercises in parallel, angular and

bird’s eye views, shades and shadows cast by simple forms on plain surfaces

Section of solids, true shapes of sections- Development of surfaces- Inter-penetration of

geometric solids, prism with prism, cylinder with cylinder, cone with cylinder, cylinder with

prism - Perspective – principles and visual effects of three dimensional objects- Study of picture

plane, station point, vanishing point, eye level, ground level, their variation and their resultant

effects - Perspective drawings of simple geometrical objects like pyramids, cubes, prisms,

cylinders, cones and their combinations- Freehand perspectives of simple objects- Principles of

drawing shade and shadow with source of light being Sun

References

1. Engineering Drawing, ND Bhat, Charotor Publishing House,

2. “Engineering Graphics- 1st angle projection”, K.L.Narayana&P.Kanniah, McGraw Hill

publishing company, NewYork,1992

3. Analytical Graphics”, George A. Dinsmore, Van Nostrand Company Inc.,Canada,1968

4. Step by Step Engineering Drawing (1st angle projection)”, Prof.VeeEss, V.K.publishers,

Bangalore, 1990

5. “ Graphic Science & Design”,Thomas E French, Charles J.Vierck& Robert

J.Foster,International Edition, McGraw Hill Co.,NewYork,1986

VISUAL ARTS-I

OBJECTIVE

To introduce the students the design fundamentals and design vocabulary and enable them to

apply the same in compositions and designs.

OUTLINE

Points, Lines, Planes, Color theory and compositions, Introduction to modern Arts and various

other techniques,

• Forms, Properties of forms, variations in forms with inter-relationship among planes, colours,

tones, textures, Application of forms in two and three-dimensional compositions, presented in

form of scaled drawings, views,

• Free hand drawing exercises to be introduced to develop visual perception & thinking by

drawing still life objects, furniture, equipment. Outdoor exercises like sketching - buildings,

streets, rows of buildings and human figure, Study through models of different materials viz.

paper, clay, wax, soap, wires etc.

• Designing of basic building components (like kitchens, bedrooms, toilets etc.)

Outdoor Sketching - Buildings, building elements, group of buildings, buildings in landscapes,

trees in pencils and pen & ink, Painting in water colour medium in outdoor to learn more of

foliages for using effectively in Architectural drawings.

Brief knowledge of Anatomy for learning human proportions and scale.

Rendering - Rendering techniques for architectural drawings - building perspectives, interior &

exteriors in various mediums like pencil, ink, pastels, water colours - opaque and transparent.

Photography – Learning photographic techniques for architectural studies, and learning basic

dark room techniques & using camera to enhance visual perception for expressing volume,

depth, positive and negative spaces.

Through photography to learn the art of composition, colour balance, aesthetic, light control,

proportion, scaling and perspective.

References

1. Ranson Ron, "Water Colour Fast & Loose", Newtonn Abbot, London, 1987

2. CalboAngrillMuntsa& Plana Sicilia Manel, "How to Paint Buildings", WastonGuptill

publications, New York, 1991.

References

1. “Drawing space, Form, Expression,Wayne Enstice, Melody Peters,Prentice hall,

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersy, 1990.

2. “Drawing & Sketching”,Palmer John,Brockhampton Press,London,1993

3. Principles of Two and Three dimensional Design,Wucius Wong,VNR Publishers, 1993

WORKSHOP

OBJECTIVE

To train the students in basic skills of carpentry.

OUTLINE

Carpentry – Introduction to the use of different types of tools used in carpentry.

Joints – Different types of joints, joinery details (which are commonly used in timber

construction and interiors). Application of veneers/laminates on different types of timber

surfaces i.e., Teak and commercial woods viz ply, block boards, particle boards.

Engravingand carving, Polishing and painting, Clay Work, -Marking of geometrical

forms on the ground.

Making of three dimensional forms such as cubes, pyramids, cones etc.,

Using different types of materials such as paper, card board, mount board, balsa wood,

wax, plaster of Paris etc.,

BASIC DESIGN

OBJECTIVES

To involve students in a number of exercises to understand the grammar of design and

visual composition.

To enable the understanding of 3 D Composition by involving students in a number of

exercises which will help generation of a form from a two dimensional / abstract idea.

OUTLINE

Introduction to Architectural Design through Basic Design – Elements of Design :

Properties, qualities and characteristics of point, line, direction shape, form, colour and texture

– Principles of Design: Scale, Proportion, Balance, Harmony, Rhythm and Contrast.

The course shall be conducted by giving a number of exercises in the form of design studios,

seminars and creative workshops that are aimed at teaching the following:

i) Elements and Principles of Visual Composition using point, line, shape.

ii) Exploring colour schemes and their application in a visual composition and in

Architectural forms and spaces.

iii) Study of texture and schemes of texture both applied and stimulated and their

application

iv) Study of linear and Planar forms using simple material like Mount Board, metal foil,

box boards, wire string, thermocol etc.

v) Study of Solids and voids to evolve sculptural forms and spaces and explore the play

of light and shade and application of color.

vi) Study of fluid and plastic forms using easily mouldable materials like clay, plaster of

paris etc.

vii) Analytical appraisal of building form in terms of visual character, play of light and

shade, solids and voids etc.

viii) Application of Basic design in Architectural Design through the manipulation of line,

plane, solid and voids and application of texture colour, proportion etc.

References

1. Owen Cappleman & Michael Jack Jordon, Foundations in Architecture : An Amotated

Anthology of Beginning Design Project, Van Nostrand Reinhold New York, 1993.

2. Charles Wallschlacgerm & Cynthia Busic-Snyder, Basic Visual Concepts and Principles for

Artists, Architects and Designers, Mc Graw Hill, New York 1992.

3 V.S.Pramar, Design fundamentals in Architecture, Somaiya Publications Pvt. Ltd., New

Nelhi, 1973.

4. Francis D.K.Ching - Architecture - Form Space and Order Van Nostrand Reinhold Co.,

(Canaa), 1979.

5. John W.Mills - The Technique of Sculpture, B.T.Batsford Limited, New York - Reinhold

Publishing Corporation, London, 1966.

References

1. “Time Saver Standards for Architectural Design Data” by John Hanock

2. “Design through Discovery”,byMarjore Elliott Bevin, Holt Rinehart and

Winton,NewYork,1977

APPLIED MECHANICS

OBJECTIVE

To give an introduction to the basic principles governing structuralSystems

OUTLINE

Equations of static equilibrium-Free-body Diagrams. Equilibrium of coplanar, concurrent and non-

concurrent force systems. Support Reactions – Types of loading and support conditions and their

significance-Centroid and moment of Inertia – Determination of Centroid of simple lamina

(symmetrical and asymmetrical)-Moment of Inertia and Radius of Gyration of simple cross-

sections of beams and columns including built-up sections- Concept of Polar Moment of Inertia.

Simple Stresses and Strains – Concept of Deformable Bodies, Types of stresses (compressive,

tensile, bending, shear) and strain (axial, shear, volumetric)- Simple problems-Modulus of

Elasticity, Typical stress-strain behaviour of steel and concrete- Bending Moment and Shear

Force Diagrams – Concept of Shear force and Bending Moment. BMD and SFD for statically

determinate beams subjected to combinations of concentrated and uniform loadings, uniformly

varying load- Relationship among Load, Shear force and Bending Moment- Bending and Shear

Stresses for Beams

Analysis of Trusses – Definition of perfect, deficient and redundant trusses. Analysis of determinate

trusses by method of joints and method of sections

Theory of Bending with assumptions-Flexture formula- Bending stress distribution for simple

sections (symmetrical about vertical axis)- Strength of a section- Equation for shear stress

distribution across a section- Shear stress distribution for simple sections.

Slope, curvature of the bending beam - relation between slope, deflection & radius of curvatures,

simple problems to find out slope and deflection for different loads on beams - Double

integration method, macaulay's method, moment area method, Conjugate beam method.

References

1. “Strength of Materials – RK Bansal, Laxmi Publications, New Delhi, Third Edition

2. “Structural Analysis”,Punmia, B.C.,Standard Publishers Distributors, NewDelhi,1995

3. . “Elements of Structural Analysis”,Bari, S.A,S.Chand& Company Ltd.,NewDelhi,1997

4. Analysis of Structures,Junnarkar SB,Charotar Publishing House, Anand,1994.

HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE-II

OBJECTIVE

To develop the appropriate skills of reading, discussion and writing as well as understanding of

the physical experience of buildings in order to appreciate the complexity of the influences

bearing on architecture, as reflected in the major historical periods.

OUTLINE

Critical appreciation of works and synoptic study of architectural characteristicsfeatures from the

following phases and periods.

Architecture of ancient civilizations-Egyptian – mastabas, royal pyramids and great temples;

West Asiatic (Mesopotamia and Persia) – ziggurats and palace

Classical architecture – Greek and Roman, study of principles of design, proportion,

composition, visual effects-Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, Tuscan & Composite orders, Optical

Corrections, Parthenon,Theatre at Epidauros, Pantheon, Colosseum, Thermae of Carcacalla, Pont

du gard, Nimes, Basilica of Trajan, Arch of Septimius Severus, Column of Trajan.

Medieval and Renaissance architecture – Early Christian, Byzantine, Medieval and Gothic-

Basilican church of St Peter’s, St Clemente, Baptistery at Nocera, Hagia Sophia, Pisa,Cathedral,

The Campanile and Baptistery, Pisa, Angouleme Cathedral, Notre Dame, Paris.

References

1. “A History of Architecture,Sir Banister Fletcher’s,Butterworth Heinmann 19th Edition,

1987

2. Understanding Architecture: Its Elements, History and Meaning,Leland M

Roth,Craftsman House,1994

London, 1986.

3. “History of World Architecture (series), Lloyd S. and Muller H.W., Faber and Faber Ltd.,

THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE II

OBJECTIVE

To provide an insight into the ideas of influential theorists from antiquity to the present time.

OUTLINE

Theory in Antiquity and Renaissance – Concepts of Vitruvius, Leon Alberti, Andrea Palladio –

Jacques FrancousBlondel and Claude Perrault of French Academic Tradition 18th Century

Theory – Ideas of Laugier, Boullee, Ledoux, 19th Century Theory – Concepts of Viollet Le Duc,

John Ruskin, Quatramere de Quincy and Gottfried Semper

Modern Movement Theory – Ideas of Adolf Loos, EeroSarinen, Erich Mendelsohn, Richard

Neutra, Otto Wagner, KenzoTange.

Post Modern Theory – Ideas on Post-Modern Classicism by Robert Venturi, Charles Jencks

Deconstruction – Fundamental beliefs and philosophy. Ideas of Peter EisemenContribution to

architectural thought by Kenneth Frampton, Christopher Alexander,

Geoffrey Broadbent, Amos Rapoport.

Architectural Criticism – Definition, Sources, Types of Criticism according to Wayne Attoe

Jon Lang – Positive and Normative Theories in Architecture

References:

1. Analysing Architecture”,Simon Unwin,Rouledge, London, 2003

2. Elements of Space making”,YatinPandya,Mapin 2007

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

OBJECTIVE

At the end of this course, the student is expected to understand what constitutes the environment,

what are precious resources in the environment, how to conserve these resources, what is the role

of a human being in maintaining a clean environment and useful environment for the future

generations and how to maintain ecological balance and preserve bio-diversity. The role of

government and non-government organization in environment managements.

3. Architecture-Form, Space and Order, Francis D.K. Ching, Van Nostrand Reinhold

Company,New York, 2007

OUTLINE

Definition, scope and importance of environment – need for public awareness - Forest resources:

Use and over-exploitation, deforestation, case studies- timber extraction, mining, dams and their

effects on forests and tribal people – Water resources: Use and over-utilization of surface and

ground water, floods, drought, conflicts over water, dams-benefits and problems

Concept of an ecosystem – structure and function of an ecosystem – producers, consumers and

decomposers – energy flow in the ecosystem – ecological succession – food chains, food webs

and ecological pyramids

Introduction to biodiversity definition: genetic, species and ecosystem diversity –

biogeographical classification of India – value of biodiversity: consumptive use, productive use,

social, ethical, aesthetic and option values – Biodiversity at global, national and local levels –

Field study of common plants, insects, birds; Field study of simple ecosystems – pond, river, hill

slopes, etc.

Environment pollution -Definition – causes, effects and control measures of: (a) Air pollution (b)

Water pollution (c) Soil pollution (d) Marine pollution (e) Noise pollution (f) Thermal pollution

(g) Nuclear hazards – soil waste management: causes, effects and control measures of municipal

solid wastes – role of an individual in prevention of pollution – pollution case studies – disaster

management: floods, earthquake, cyclone and landslides.

Human Population: Population growth, Population explosion, Environment and human health.

Human rights, Value education, HIV / AIDS, Women and Child Welfare, Role of information

Technology in Environment and human health.

References

1. “Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Science”, 2nd edition,Gilbert

M.Masters,Pearson Education, 2004

2. “Principles of Environmental Science and Engineering”,VenugopalaRao.P,Prentice Hall

of Indis, New Delhi

3. “Text book of Environmental Studies”,ErachBharucha, University press, Hyderbad,2006

4. Environmental Sciences, MillerT.G Jr., Wadsworth Pub Co

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS – I

OBJECTIVE

To give an introduction to building elements and contemporary local construction methods and

materials.

OUTLINE

Construction – Introduction to various building components and their function, various

conventions used for drawing plan, sections and elevations,Brick Construction – Types of brick

masonry walls and bonds, foundations, plasters, buttresses, arches and lintels, Stone

construction, Types of walls, bonds, arches and lintels, Foundation – Functions of foundations,

types of foundations, simple load bearing foundations in brick and stone

Concrete Blocks – Hollow and solid, stabilised mud blocks.

Doors – Types of wooden Doors, i.e., Battened, ledged, braced, panelled, flush and glazed doors.

Study of joinery details.

Windows – Types of wooden glazed windows, study of joinery details.

Materials

Introduction to Material Science.

Bricks and Tiles – Types, properties, uses and manufacturing methods.

Stones – Types, properties and uses, quarrying

Sand – Availability, properties

Aggregate – Sources and types

Timber – Quality of timber used in buildings, defects, seasoning and preservation of timber.

Types – Natural, hard and softwood.

Introduction to types, properties, uses and application of non-ferrous metals

References

1. A Text Book of Building Construction”,Arora, S.P. &Bindra, S.P.DhanpatRai& Sons,

New Delhi, 1999

2. Analysis, Design and Construction of Double – Layer Grids”,Makowski,Applied

Science, London, 1981

3. “Building Construction”,Jha, J. &Sinha, S.K.,Khanna Publishers, New Delhi, 1977

VISUAL ARTS-II

OBJECTIVE

To introduce and develop an understanding of principles of design in abstract and to introduce the

student to visual arts.

OUTLINE

Understanding the design elements like Line, Shape, Texture, Colour, Designprinciples like

Contrast, Harmony, Rhythm, Proportion and Unity- Application of design principles in two

dimensional and three dimensional compositions, Freehand drawing – Use of various drawing

and sketching tools like pencils, ink pens, charcoal pencils etc., Exercisesin free hand drawing of

household furniture, street furniture, human beings, cars, trees etc

Painting – Use of Painting tools and materials like easels, brushes, paper, water colour, poster

colour etc., Colour theory, colour wheel, Primary, secondary and tertiary colours, colour

schemes, exercises in understanding of colour value and intensity.

Sculpture – Sculpture in different media, clay, plaster of Paris, Wood, Wire and any other

Media

Psycology of ofcolour, colour mixtures, colour systems, colour organization, application of

colour schemes, national and international standards on colours

References

1. Learn to Paint and Draw,Bath,Victoria House Publishing Ltd., UK, 1981.

2. "Designer Primer",Goodman Sue & Porter Tom,Butter Worth Architecture, London,

1988

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I

OBJECTIVE

To develop the ability to translate abstract principles of design into architectural solutions for

simple problems.

OUTLINE

Basic anthropometrics, human functions and their implications for space requirements.,

Minimum and optimum areas for mono functions, User’s data, Movement and circulation

diagrams, Spatial interpretations – various activities and their relationship with spaces.

Functional furniture layout, circulation, lighting and ventilation for spaces such as living/dining,

bedrooms, Architect’s office, Doctor’s clinic etc.,

Design of simple building elements such as gate, welcome Arch, Memorial, edifice, Bus shelter

and layout of parks,

Design of Bungalows and integration of form and function.

References

1. “Time Saver Standards for Architectural Design Data” by John Hanock

2. “Design through Discovery”,by Marjore Elliott Bevin, Holt Rinehart and

Winton,NewYork,1977

DESIGN OF STRUCTURES I

OBJECTIVE

To give an insight into the structural behaviourof beams, columns, arches, moving loads

OUTLINE

Theory of columns - Types of end conditions of columns - Equivalent length of a column - Axial

loads, combined bending & axial loads, Indian Standard Code recommendations - Euler's

formula for long columns - Rankine's formula - Practical applications

Propped cantilever beams - Reaction of prop - Propped cantilever beams with different types of

loads - sinking of the prop. Fixed beams - bending moment diagram for fixed beams - continuous

beams - moment distribution method - sinking of the supports.

Moving loads and influence lines for statically determinate structures - Types of loads -

combination of loads - Influence lines – Introduction.

Theory of arches - classification of arches - Analysis of three hinged arches - Bending moment

diagram for given loads - Normal thrust and radial shear - Introduction to cables - Types -

Bending moments & force analysis.

Analysis of portal frames and multistoried structures.

References

1. “Structural Analysis”,Punmia, B.C.,Standard Publishers Distributors, NewDelhi,1995

2. . “Elements of Structural Analysis”,Bari, S.A,S.Chand& Company Ltd.,NewDelhi,1997

3. Analysis of Structures,Junnarkar SB,Charotar Publishing House, Anand,1994.

HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE-III

OBJECTIVE

To provide an understanding of the evolution of Hindu Architecture in India in its various

stylistic modes, characterized by technology, ornamentation and planning practices

OUTLINE

Evolution of Hindu temple – both Indo Aryan and Dravidian – Early temples at Udaigiri, Tigawa

and Sanchi –Experiments at Aihole (Durga temple and LadKhan temple), Deogarh, Bhitargaon

and Badami.

Beginnings of Dravidian architecture – Pallavas, rathas at Mamallapuram, Shore temple,

Kailsanatha and Vaikuntaperumal temples at Kancheepuram.The Cholas – Brihadeshwara

temple at Thanjavur and GangaikondaCholapuram. The Pandyan contribution – gopurams

The Hoysala temples atBelur, Halebid and Somnathpur,Channakesava temple, Belur,

Hoysalesvara temple

Indo Aryan Mode –Jain architecture, Buddhist architecture- the beginnings in Orissa – the

Lingaraja at Bhubaneshwar. Hindu architecture at Rajputana (Temple of Surya, Osia,Marwar)

and Gujarat (Temple of Surya, Modhera). The Khajuraho group – KhandariyaMahadev, Jain

temples – Chaumukhtemple at Ranpur

Later Dravidian period – the Vijayanagar and Madurai Dynasties – Noted temples at Hampi

(Vitthala temple and Hazara Rama temple), Madurai (Meenakshi temple) and Srirangam.

References

1. Understanding Architecture: Its Elements, History and Meaning,Leland M

Roth,Craftsman, House,1994

2. “Indian Architecture (Islamic period),Brown, Percy,DB Taraporevala Sons & Co,

Mumbai, 1983

The History of Architecture in India from the Dawn of civilization to the End of the

Raj,ChristoperTadgell, Longmon Group U.K.Ltd., London, 1990

CLIMATOLOGY

OBJECTIVE

To develop the knowledge required for understanding the influence of climate on architecture.

OUTLINE

Introduction – Elements of climate, measurement and representations of climatic data.

Classifications of tropical climates, Major climatic zones of India, Thermal comfort: Effect of

climatic elements on thermal comfort environment, Body’s heat exchange with surrounding

environment. Thermal comfort indices viz., Effective temperature, bio-climatic chart etc., Kata-

thermometer and globe thermometer, Thermal performance of building elements: effect of

thermo-physical properties of building materials and elements on indoor thermal environment.

Thermal properties- Conductivity, resistivity, diffusivity, thermal capacity and time lag and

‘U’value.Construction techniques for improving thermal performance of walls and roofs. Natural

ventilation: Functions ofnatural ventilation, Design considerations, effects of openings and

external features on internal air flow.

Site Climate: Effect of landscape elements on site/micro climate.

Day Lighting: Advantages and limitations, Day light factor, components of Day light factor,

design considerations.

Shading devices – Sun-path diagram, use of solar charts in climatic design. Types of shading

devices. Procedure of designing shading devices. Design considerations for buildings in

tropical climates with special reference to hot-dry, warm-humid and composite climates.

Introduction to passive techniques of cooling such as evaporative cooling, earth tubing, wind

scoops, roof ponds, shaded courtyards etc. Geometry of solar movement, Altitude & azimuth

angles.Sunpath diagram/Solar chart.Horizontal and vertical shadow angles.Use of shadow angle

protractor.Design of shading devices.Performance evaluation of shading devices.

Two design exercises (in hot dry and warm humid climate) with an objective to integrate

passive cooling systems in the design.

References

1. Koenihsberger, etal., "Manual of Tropical Housing & Building: Part I - Climatic Design",

Orient Longman, Chennai , 1984.

2. Evans, Martin, "Housing, Climate and Comfort", The Architectural Press, London, 1980

3. Climate Responsive Architecture, ArvindKishan, Baker and Szokolay, Tata McGraw

Hill, 2002

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE

OBJECTIVE

To develop awareness and familiarity with Computer applications in architecture and to equip

students with skills required in using Computers as a digital media for design.

OUTLINE

Introduction to personal computers – hardware / software – operating system – important DOS

commands – Windows basics introduction to CAD packages-Setting up & controlling the

AutoCAD drawing environment – Creating & Editing Commands. Organizing a drawing with

layers – Advanced geometry editing – Creating & using Blocks – Inquiry Tools – AutoCAD

Design Center. Text annotation – Creating & Customizing Hatch patterns – Productive

Dimensioning – Defining Text & Dimension Styles

Printing & plotting - creating a slide presentation – Drawing utilities – importing / exporting

files. Understanding 3D coordinate system - Using View ports – 3D drawing & Editing

commands – Interactive Viewing in 3D-Surfacing in 3D, working with advanced surfacing

commands – Solid modeling – Advanced solid modeling commands – Editing Solids

Introduction to rendering in 3D – Rendering process – Enhancing digital images from CAD

application using Adobe Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro & other graphic programs. Use of

appropriate software like AutoCAD, Revit, ArchiCADetc, for modeling of buildings and

presentation of design projects as Photo realistic images and virtual architecture.

References

1. Omura George, "Mastering AutoCAD (Release 14)", BPB Publications, New Delhi,

1997.

2. Omura George, " AutoCAD 2000", BPB Publications, New Delhi, 1997

SITE PLANNING

OBJECTIVES

To teach various techniques of site surveying

To teach the importance of site and its content in architectural creations

To orient the students towards several influencing factors which governs the siting of a

building or group of buildings in a given site.

To teach the students the methodology of preparing a site analysis diagram. This will serve

as a prelude to any architectural creation.

OUTLINE

Definition of plot, site, land and region, units of measurements, reconnaissance and need for

surveying.

Chain survey and Triangulation – Instruments used, method of survey and plotting into survey

drawing, plain table, Compass and Theodolite Surveys, method, instruments used and

application.

Computation of area by geometrical figures and other methods. Marking plans, layout plans and

centerline plans – Importance, procedure for making these drawings and dimensioning. Setting

out the plan on site – Procedure and Precautions.

Importance of site analysis; On site and off site factors; Analysis of natural, cultural and

aesthetic factors – topography, hydrology, soils, vegetation, climate, surface drainage,

accessibility, size and shape, infrastructures available - sources of water supply and means of

disposal system, visual aspects; Preparation of site analysis diagram.

Site selection criteria for housing development, commercial and institutional projects.

Context of the site. Introduction to existing master plans landuse for cities, development control

Rules. Preparation of maps of matrix analysis & composite analysis.

Study of contours, slope analysis, grading process, grading criteria, functional and aesthetic

considerations.

Organization of vehicular and pedestrian circulation, types of roads, hierarchy of roads,

networks, road widths and parking, regulations. Turning radii & street intersections

Study of microclimate; vegetation, landforms and water as modifiers of microclimate.

References

1. Edward. T. Q. Site Analysis – Architectural Media, 1983.

2. B.C.Punmia - Surveying Vol.I - Standard Book House, New Delhi - 1983.

3. P.B.Shahani - Text of surveying Vol.I, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co – 1980

4. Joseph De.Chiarra and Lee Coppleman - Planning Design Criteria - Van Nostrand

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS – II

OBJECTIVE

To acquaint the students with contemporary construction practices pertaining to roofing for

medium spans, foundations and staircases.

OUTLINE

Construction –Roof – Timber and steel trussed roof, various parts, their purposes and method of

construction. Use of AC sheet, GI sheets and aluminium sheets for roofing, Study of principles

and methods of construction of RCC foundations and columns, types of foundations – Raft

foundations, Grillage foundations and combination. Requirements of staircase, Types of

Staircases, construction methods of – Masonry staircase, timber staircase, RCC staircase, steel

Staircase and composite staircase. Study of fire escape staircase

Materials – Cement – Types of cement, their applications, laboratory and field tests.

Concrete Ingredients, grades of concrete, admixtures, properties of concrete, form work,

production of concrete, mix, proportioning, mixing, transporting, placing, compaction, curing of

concrete, sampling and testing of concrete. Concreting under water, special concretes like light

weight and heavy weight concrete. Construction joints, expansion joints, finishes in concrete,

chemical admixtures

Properties and architectural uses of mild steel and stainless steel.

References


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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN-II

OBJECTIVE

1. To expose the students to the grammar of creating architectural space and form.

2. To study individual variables like light, movement, transformation, scale, structure and skin in

the formation and evolution of architectural form

3. To explore the relationship between human feelings and architectural form

OUTLINE

In the earlier part of the studio, projects shall be restricted to walls, floors, roof planes, openings

and structural elements. Functional assignment to spaces shall be avoided to restrict the

dimensions of investigation. Projects shall be attempted with the help of models and sketches.

Space making projects may be tied to the context, but objective shall be to illustrate the variables

like colour, material, texture and scale in evoking the necessary conditions for the prescribed

activity. Final project shall be formulated as a process of testing the various elements of space

making learnt earlier in the semester.

Eg: Nursery School, Primary Health Center, Post Office, Bank Branch, Guest House, Restaurant

etc.

Term work: Minor Exercises related to building elements mentioned in the outline and One

Major Project presented in the form of a portfolio.

References

1. “ The art of colour and design”,Maitland Graves,McGraw Hill Inc.,2nd Edition,1951

2. “Planning the Architects Hand Book -Edward. D. Mills,Butterworth, London, 1985

3. Time Saver Standards for Building types”,De. Chiara and Callender,McGraw – Hill Co.,

N.Y., 1973

4. Campus design in India”,Kanvinde,American year Book, 1969

5. “Sustainable Design: Ecology, Architecture & Planning”,Daniel Williams, John iley&

sons,2007

DESIGN OF STRUCTURES II

OBJECTIVE

To provide an introduction to design of reinforced concrete and steel structures

OUTLINE

Concrete:Composition, Basics of mix design, water cement ratio, strength, durability,

workability requirements. Relevance of RCC in Architectural practice- Advantages of RCC over

other conventional structural practices. Steel for RCC – Plain &Twisted bars, IS 456 code

provisions.

Working Stress method of design – Basic concept, types of loads, assumptions, Calculation of

MR for singly RC beam (only)-Limit state method of design – Necessity and philosophy of limit

state design- Limit state design of simply supported slabs, beams, T beams, columns (axial and

uniaxial bending) and footings (axially loaded square footing)- Use of SP 16, IS 456 permitted

Design of simple and eccentric riveted and welded connections-Design of tension and

compression members in trusses- Design of built-up columns (lacing only)-Design of slab base

and simple column and footing connection details

Design of laterally restrained beams (simple and compound)

Provision for fire protection for steel structures – relevant code provision

References

1. “Design of Reinforced concrete structures”,Ramamrutham, S.,DhanpatRai& Sons, New

Delhi, 1996

2. “Reinforced Concrete Structures”,Sinha, N.C. & Roy, S.K.,S. Chand & Company Ltd.,

New Delhi, 1983

3. Design of steel Structures,Ramachandra

4. “Design of Steel Structures”,Kazimi and Jindal

BUILDING SERVICES -I

OBJECTIVE

To impart the knowledge and skills required for understanding the building services of water

supply and sanitation and their integration with architectural design.

OUTLINE

Water Supply – Introduction, sources of water supply, qualitative and quantitative aspects,

impurities, purification – sedimentation, coagulants, filtration, disinfection, water softening and

miscellaneous treatment of water, Sources of water pollution and preventive measures. Public

water distribution system, methods of layout of distribution pipes

Sanitation – Introduction, importance and purpose of sanitation, definitions – bacteria, invert,

sewer, sewerage, types of refuse, collection and disposal of refuse, systems of drainage –

separate, combined and partially separate system, advantages and disadvantages of each system.

Sanitary requirements for various types of buildings, types of pipes, Man holes – drop manholes,

manhole with intercepting trap, inspection chambers, self cleansing velocity, drains on sloping

sites, sub soil drainage, storm water disposal – catch basins, inlets, storm water regulators.

Importance of pumps and sewage pumping stations, septic tanks – soak pit, soak well,design

aspects, disposal of effluent.

Definitions – Siphonage, anti-siphonage pipe, cowl, fresh air inlet, soil and waste pipes, vent

Pipe Systems of plumbing – single stack, one pipe, one pipe partially ventilated, two pipe

disposal of waste water from buildings – typical plan of residence with garage – showing all the

traps, inspection chambers, pipes connected to public sewer line – alternatively connecting the

same layout of pipes to septic tank, Testing of drains and drain pipes

Brief study - Natural methods of sewage disposal – by dilution and land treatment, self

purification of natural waters, oxidation, sewage treatment, oxidation ponds, aqua privy, garage

drainage and layout of simple drainage systems, sewers, materials, laying and testing of sewers,

ventilation of sewers, surface drains, sewer, cleaning of sewers, re-cycling ofsewage water. Rain

water harvesting. Rural sanitation, biogas, different methods of collection and disposal of dry

refuse and night soil

Site visits – Water treatment plant, sewage treatment plant, multistoried apartments for

studying water supply and sanitary arrangements.

References

1. “Sanitary Engineering – (Vol I and II)” by RS Deshpande

2. “Water supply and Sanitary Engineering” by S Birdi,DhanapatRai and sons

CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE

OBJECTIVE

To provide an understanding and appreciation of Contemporary trends in Indian and Western

Architecture in terms of Ideas and directions through the works of outstanding architects.

OUTLINE

Post-Independence Architecture in India – Works of Corbusier in Chandigarh and

Ahmedabad (Legislative Assembly Complex including High Court, Legislative assembly and

Secretariat, Chandigarh and Mill Owners’ Building, Ahmedabad) Louis Kahn’s contributions –

the IIM, Ahmedabad, Ideas and works of BV Doshi (Institute of Indology-Ahmedabad, IIM-

Bangalore and Gufa, Ahmedabad), Charles Correa (RamaKrishna House, Ahmedabad,

KanchenJunga Apartments, Mumbai and MRF Headquarters, Chennai), Raj Rewal

(PragatiMaidan, New Delhi and Asian Games Village, New Delhi), Achyut- Kanvinde(IIT,

Kanpur and Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai), Uttam Jain(Lecture Theatres, -Jodhpur and

Engineering College, Kota), Lauire Baker(Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram

and St. John Cathedral at Tiruvalla) and AnantRaje(IIFM, Bhopal and Management

Development Centre, IIM-A)

Western Architecture –Ideas and works of Richard Meier (Smith House, Connecticut and Getty

Centre, Brent Wood, LosAngeles), Charles Moore (Architect’s Own House at Orinda and Piazza

d’Italia, New Orleans), Bernard Tschumi (Kyoto Railway Station Project and Parc de la Villete,

Paris), Frank Gehry (AeroSpace Museum, Santa Monica and Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao),

Norman Foster (Hong Kong Shanghai Bank and Renault Distribution Centre, Swindon,

England), ZahaHadid (The Peak Club, HongKong and IBA Housing Block 2, West Berlin),

Daniel Leibskind(Jewish Museum, Berlin and World Trade Centre, New York ), Rem

Koolhas(Dance Theatre, The Hague and Netherlands Sports Museum), Santiago Calatrava(Lyon-

Satolas Railway Station and Olympic Stadium at Athens), Renzo Piano(Pompidou Centre, Paris

and Menil Museum, Houston). Investigation of contemporary theories of media and their

influence on the perception of space and architecture- Technology and Art – Technology and

Architecture – Technology as Rhetoric – Digital Technology and Architecture-Aspects of Digital

Architecture – Design and Computation – Difference between Digital Process and Non-Digital

Process – Architecture and Cyber Space – Qualities of the new space – Issues of Aesthetics and

Authorship of Design – Increased Automatism and its influence-Emerging phenomena such as

increasing formal and functional abstractions – Diagrams – Diagrammatic Reasoning –

Diagrams and Design Process – Animation and Design – Digital Hybrid Fractal Geometry –

Shape Grammar - Hyper Surface - Liquid Architecture – Responsive Architecture.

Students would make presentation on the ideas and works of the following architects. The

proposal must be discussed with course faculty prior to presentation. Greg Lynn, Reiser +

Umemotto, Lars Spuybroek/ NOX Architects, UN studio, Diller Scofidio, Dominique Perrault,

Decoi, Marcos Novak, Foreign Office Architects, Asymptote, Herzog and de Meuron, Neil

Denari.

References

1. NikolausPevsener, "Sources of modern architecture and design", Themes and Hudson,

1989.

2. William J.R., Curtis, "Modern architecture since 1900", Prentice hall, New Jercy USA,

1983.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS – III

OBJECTIVE

To acquaint the students with construction practices pertaining to RCC ,floors,

roofs and flooring with different materials..

OUTLINE

Construction - Study of principles and methods of construction of RCC, one way, two way

slabs-cantilever slabs, sloping RCC roof, vaults, domes including form-work techniques and

reinforcement details. Construction with materials alternative to RCC- Flooring – in mud,

murrum, stones – marble, granite, tandur/kota stone, mosaic, terrazzo, ceramic tiles and wooden

flooring- Paving – Cast in situ concrete, concrete tiles, interlocking blocks, clay tiles, brick and

stone -Plaster – Method of plastering a) Internal (use of various finishes viz., lime, cement,

plaster of paris, puffing etc., b) External – smooth, rough, textured, grit plaster

Materials – Paints, varnishes and distempers, emulsions, cement base paints. Constituents of oil

paints, characteristics of good paints, types of paints and process of painting different surfaces.

Types of varnish, methods of applying varnish and French polish and melamine finish.

References


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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN-III

OBJECTIVES

1. To understand the difference in housing as a process and a product, the role of an architect in

creating the product and facilitating the process

2. To understand the needs of privacy, communal spaces, efficiency of open spaces and ideas of

extended living areas

3. To differentiate and understand the nature of organic and planned communities.

OUTLINE

Scale of the project shall be limited to allow for intensive study rather than repetition of typical

configuration. Housing projects can be attempted with added complexities for example, dense

context, occupation based, traditional urban fabric, social status and prevalent social strata.

Details from the dwelling cell to immediate shared space to communal space shall be

emphasized and worked out. Socio cultural layer of the occupants shall form a strong fabric in

the ultimate weave of the design. Projects shall aim at developing a very sensitive attitude

towards micro level human habitation and role of architecture in enhancing or curbing the quality

of living.

Eg: Apartments for IT employees, Govt. servants, teaching faculty, Textile weavers, etc.

Luxury flats in the center of the city. Group Housing in the suburbs.

References




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DESIGN OF STRUCTURES III

OBJECTIVE

To give an introduction to pre-stressed concrete, special structural forms and detailing of

RCC structural members.

OUTLINE

Basic concepts of pre-stressed concrete-pre-stressing systems, materials, behaviour of

pre-stressed concrete beams and losses in pre-stress- Introduction to special structural

forms and basic structural concepts about : shells, folded plates, domes, grid structures,

flat slabs(RCC), space frames, tensile structures andpneumatic structures (no problems to

be solved for these).

Detailing of typical – Beam (singly and doubly reinforced), slab (one way and two way),

column footing (square isolated), and staircase (dog legged and open well)

Proportioning of flat slabs – Methods of analysis and design – Design of flat slabs –

Shear in flat slab – Code provisions.

Introduction – Load action in high rise buildings – Various structural systems –

Approximate analysis and Design of frames for gravity and horizontal loadings.

Concept, Development, Laws of formation, Merits and Demerits of Pneumatic structures

– Basic principles, Various forms, Merits and Demerits of cable structures.

Grids – Types of Grids – Domes – Geodesic domes – Shells and various forms – folded

plates

References

1. B.C. Punmia, Reinforced Concrete Structures, Vol. 1 & 2, - Laxmi Publications, New

Delhi,

1994.

2. N. Subramanian, “Principles of Space Structures”, Wheeler and Co., Allahabad, 1983

3. Thandavamoorthy T.S., Advanced Structures of Architecture, Eswar Press, 2008.

4. Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, “Structural system for tall

buildings”,McGraw Hill, 1995.

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

OBJECTIVE

To introduce students to the discipline of landscape architecture and to develop basic skills

required in handling simple landscape design projects

OUTLINE

Introduction to landscape architecture, definitions- Noted landscape architects and their concepts

and definitions- Natural and manmade landscape, Urban and rural landscape- Elements of

landscape architecture like vegetation, land forms and water bodies and their application in

design- Introduction to Site planning and site analysis- Landscape materials and plant materials

study, introduction to taxonomy

Study and analysis of contemporary landscape designs

Study of existing landscaped areas like courtyards, gardens, urban spaces etc.,

Street and site furniture

Application of landscape design for site plans, small gardens, residential areas, urban spaces,

courtyards etc.,

References

1. Michael Laurie, “An Introduction to Landscape Architecture”, Elsevier, 1986.

2. “Introduction to Landscape Design”,Motloch, J.L.,Van Nostrand Reinhold Publishing

Co., New York, 1991

BUILDING SERVICES II

OBJECTIVE

To introduce students to electrical services and illumination and to sensitise them with respect to

their integration into Architectural Design.

OUTLINE

Part – A

Importance of electrical services in buildings, introduction to commonly used terminology-

Supply and distribution of electricity to buildings – substations (including – high tension panels,

transformers, low tension panels, generators) and overhead versus underground distribution

systems, panel boards etc., Internal supply and distribution – brief description of various cabling

types, conduit, PVC casing and capping wiring systems; Earthing and brief description of

protective devices – fuses, MCB’s, ELCB, etc.,-Electrical load estimation

Introduction to power and lighting circuits (Not to be asked in the exam)

Indian Electricity Rules-Relevant codes of Practice

Part-B

Quality and quantity of light;Methods of lighting: ambient, task and accent lighting Systems of

luminaries: direct, indirect etc -Various types of electrical lamps – incandescent,

fluorescent/CFL, HID’s, neon lamps and their lighting characteristics- Design considerations for

different types of occupancies and tasks

Preparation of a lighting and electrical scheme

References

1. “Electric Heating”,E.P. Ambrose,John Wiley & Sons Inc., New York, 1968.

2. Electrical Technology, Seventh Edition,H. Cotton,CBS publications, 2003

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS – IV

OBJECTIVE

To study construction systems with focus on roofing and techniques of pile foundation and metal

doors, windows and partitions.

OUTLINE

Construction – Mild steel and Aluminium doors and windows and partitions. Details of RC

framed structures with reinforcements, beams including cantilever beams, columns, flat slab,

ribbed filler slabs, waffle roof- Pile foundation – Precast piles, cast-in-situ piles, types of piles,

method of driving piles, pile caps etc.,

Materials – Anti-termite treatment to foundation, masonry walls and wood work (pre-

construction) water proofing materials and weather proofing materials like chemical admixtures

and surface applications. Lime and brick bats etc., Pest control treatment.

References


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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN-IV

OBJECTIVES

1. To understand the need for creating architecture as an envelope to system dependent

programme

2. To understand the use of technologies developed in other fields as a precursor to creating

architecture

3. To understand the role of symbolic and aesthetic thematic abstracts and imagery in influencing

architecture

OUTLINE

Projects shall be of urban scale with multiple functions and a need for imagery as one of the

architectural goals. Museums, art galleries, theme-based hotels, transport interchanges, terminals

and shopping areas can be chosen. Design emphasis shall be on the use of innovations in

materials and techniques of construction. Concurrent or sequentially, another project shall be

attempted with utilities and service dominant buildings like pharmaceutical manufacturing units

or medical facilities. Consultants in the field of utilities and services shall be called as part of

studio review. Alternative to the emphasis on imagery, projects involving large span structures

like industrial structures may be attempted. Design emphasis shall be on the skins and support of

structural systems and resulting architectural form.

References




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PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE I

OBJECTIVES

To teach the students about the role of professional and statutory bodies in the conduct of

professional practice.

To teach the students about the importance of code of conduct and ethics in professional

practice.

To expose the students some of the important legislation which have a bearing on the

practice of architectural profession.

OUTLINE

Importance of Architectural Profession – Role of Architects in Society – Alternatives open on

entering the profession – Registration of Architects –Architect’s office and its management

(location, organization structure, responsibility towards employees, consultants and associates,

elementary accounts, tax liabilities).

Role of Indian Institute of Architects – Architects Act 1972 (intent, objectives, provisions with

regard to architectural practice) – Council of Architecture (role and functions) – Importance of

ethics in professional practice (Council of Architecture guide lines) – Code of conduct for

architects as prescribed by Council of Architecture, punitive action for professional misconduct

of an architect.

Mode of engaging an architect – Comprehensive services, partial services and specialised

services – Scope of work of an architect – Schedule of services – Scale of fees (Council of

Architecture norms) – Mode of payment – Terms and conditions of engagement.

Importance of Architectural competitions – Types of competitions (open, limited, ideas

competition) – Single and two stage competitions – Council of Architecture guidelines for

conducting Architectural competitions –International Competitions (case studies).

Copy rights and patenting – (provisions of copy right acts in India and abroad, copy right in

architectural profession) – Easement – (meaning, types of casements, acquisition, extinction

and protection) – Development Regulations in Second master plan for Chennai Metropolitan

Area, Chennai Corporation Building rules 1972 – The Panchayat rules 1940 – Persons with

Disabilities Act (provisions, responsibilities of architect and local body on creating barrier free

environment).

References

1. Ar. V.S. Apte, Architectural Practice and Procedure, Padmaja Bhide, Pune, 2008.

2. Architects Act 1972.

3. Dr. B.C. Punmiya and K.K. Khandelwal – Project Planning and Control with PERT / CPM,

Laxmi Publications, New Delhi, 1987.

4. Arbitration Act.

5. WTO and GATT guidelines.


7. Publications of Handbook on Professional practice by IIA.

8. Publications of Council of Architecture-Architects (Professional conduct) Regulations 1989,

architectural Competition guidelines

10. Roshan Namavati, Professional practice, Lakhani Book Depot, Mumbai 1984.

BUILDING SERVICES III

OBJECTIVE

To develop the knowledge and skills required for understanding the mechanical services in

buildings and their integration with architectural design.

OUTLINE

Part – A Mechanical/Artificial Ventilation –

Need for mechanical ventilation in buildings- Rate of ventilation for different occupancies.

Methods and equipment employed for mechanical ventilation in buildings- Air Conditioning –

Definition, advantages and disadvantages, brief introduction to psychrometric process,

aircycleand refrigeration cycle. Summer and winter air-conditioning, calculation of

aircontitioningloads, Zoning: purpose and advantages. Air-distribution systems: Ducts and duct

systems- Air-outlets

Air-conditioning methods and equipment: window units, split units and central Airconditioning

systems- Location of air-conditioning equipment in buildings. Architectural requirement of

various equipment- Residential and commercial air-conditioning, energy conservation

techniques- Introduction to the concept of ‘Clean Room’ and its architectural requirements.

Part – B Elevators (Lifts) and escalators –

Brief history-types of Elevators like traction, Hydraulic etc., Double-decker, sky lobby, lift

lobby, lift interiors etc., Definition and components- Elevatoring a building: environmental

considerations i.e., location in building, serving floors, grouping, size, shape of passenger car,

door arrangement etc.,

Service requirements: Quality of service, quantity of service, time, passenger handling capacity,

space and physical requirements, machine room spaces and their typical layout- Escalators –

Definition, Application- Location and arrangement in buildings. Space requirement, Escalators

V/S Elevators, Conveyor belts-movement of passengers and goods

Part – C Causes of fire, reasons for loss of life due to fire, development of fire, fire load, fire

hazards, grading of structural elements due to fire as per NBC. Classification of building types as

per NBC- Brief description of characteristics of combustible and non-combustible materials in

case of fire- Concepts in passive fire protection and control – including design of escape routes,

pressurization and compartmentation, etc.,- Active fire control using portable extinguishers.

Basic concepts in fixed fire fighting installations- Automatic fire detection and alarm systems-

Rules for fire protection and fire fighting requirements for High-rise buildings in India.

Introduction to the study of acoustics – nature of sound, basic terminology – frequency,pitch,

tone, sound pressure, sound intensity, decibel scale, loudness, threshold of audibility and pain,

masking, sound and distance – inverse square law- Behaviour of sound in enclosed spaces –

reflection of sound, nature of reflection from plane, convex and concave surfaces, sound

diffraction, Absorption of sound, sound absorption coefficient, reverberation, reverberation time

calculation, use of Sabine’s and Eyring’sformulae, sound absorbents, porous materials, panel or

membrane absorbers and cavity or Holmboltz resonators, role of functional absorbers.

Absorption coefficients of indigenous acoustical materials, use of IS code 2526-1963,method of

setting out of raked seating.

Acoustical design requirement for halls used for speech, drama and music – general purpose

halls used for both speech and music, cinema theatres, open air theatres. Study of auditoria

designed and acoustically treated.

References

1.”Air conditioning and Refrigeration”,William H.Severns and Julian R Fellows,John Wiley &

sons, London.

2. ‘Principles of Refrigeration’,Roy J Dosat

3. Fire Safety: National Building Code of India 1983,

4. Templeton, Duncan & Saunders, David, "Acoustic Design", The Architectural Press, London, 1987.

5.Templeton (ed.), "Acoustics in the Built Environment", Butterworth, London, 1993.

ESTIMATION, COSTING AND SPECIFICATIONS

OBJECTIVE

To develop the necessary skills for estimation and writing specifications for various types of

buildings and developmental work.

OUTLINE

Introduction, importance of estimation, types of estimates, mode of measurement etc.,-Study of

local SR rates, market rates, measurement book (MB), RA bill, interim and final Certificate-

Detailed rate analysis of building items as per current schedule of rates (CSR) of local PWD –

for information only- Percentage of various materials used in building items like cement, steel,

rubble, metal, sand, brick, tiles etc.,

Abstract and detailed specifications for various materials and items of work used in building

Estimate of

a) Load bearing and RCC framed structure with one example for each

b) Typical interior items of a residence and an office

c) Various types of roofs like steel and wood including roofing materials like

Mangalore tiles, AC, GI sheet etc.,

d) Water supply and sanitary works

e) A typical layout plan with roads, culverts etc.

References

1. Estimating & Costing in Civil Engineering Theory &Practice”,BNDutta, UBS Publishers’ Distributors Ltd., New Delhi, 1995.

2. Elements of Estimating &Costing,Rangwaala, Publishing House.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS –V

OBJECTIVE

To study constructional systems and detailing of special doors, windows, structural glazing and

cladding

OUTLINE

Construction – PVC & FRP, frameless glass doors and windows and partitions-

Wooden/Steel/Aluminium sliding and folding doors and partitions. Steel doors for garages and

workshops. Collapsible gate and rolling shutters, remote control systems of doors and gates-

Structural glazing, aluminium composite panel cladding.

Materials – Insulation materials – Thermal and sound insulation materials. Glass –

itsmanufacture in its various types like plate, tinted, decorative, reinforced, laminated glass

block, fibre glass, glass murals, partially coloured glass, etching of glass and its applications in

building industry for both exteriors and interiors. Glass fabrication techniques, fibrereinforced

composite materials and products.

References


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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN-V

OBJECTIVE

1. To understand the differences and similarities between institutional goals and architectural

goals.

2. To understand creating of spaces for learning. Formal, informal and interactive processes of

learning and role of the built environment.

3. To understand the role of built environments in therapeutic and nurturing institutions

OUTLINE

Institutional projects like facilities of higher learning, vocational training or a small-scale campus

may be given. Project brief shall contain clearly articulated goals of the institutions regarding the

role of built environment in its functioning. Case studies of contemporary campus architecture

(built since 1980’s) shall be carried out. There are two distinct typologies of campuses, one that

has integrated into the urban fabric at the edges of its boundary and the other that has ignored the

urban fabric. Campus planning may be attempted as a two-stage project, with site planning,

asone and other stage could be a detailed design of one of the identified buildings. The design

has to respond to Climatic, Environmental and ecological factors.

Examples of projects: Engineering college campus, medical college campus, management

institute campus, hotel management institute, Law college campus, Dental college campus,

Nursing college campus, Juvenile Correction Centre, etc

References




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PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE II

OBJECTIVES:

To further the students understanding of the professional practice.

To enable the students to grasp the advanced issues concerning professional practice such

as tendering, contracting including alternative practices in project execution, arbitration and

project management.

To expose the students to the implications of globalisation on professional practice with

particular reference to WTO and GATS.

To expose the students on some of the important legislations concerning architectural

practice in India as well as International laws.

OUTLINE

Types of Tenders-Open and closed tenders-Conditions of tender-Tender documents-Tender

notice-Concept of EMD-Submission of tender-Tender scrutiny-Tender analysis-

Recommendations- E tendering (advantages, procedure, conditions).

Contents of Contract document (Articles of Agreement, Terms and Conditions of Contract,

Important clauses – Appendix) – Arbitration (Definition, Advantages of arbitration, Sole and

joint

arbitrators, Role of umpires, Award, Conduct of arbitration proceedings) – Arbitration clause in

contract agreement (role of architect, excepted matters) – case studies.

Turn key offer (Expression of interest, Request for Proposal Document, Conditions for inviting

turn key offer, finalisation of the bidder) – Current practices in Project execution [Build operate

and Transfer (BOT), Build Operate Lease and Transfer (BOLT) and Build Operate and Own

(BOO) and others – case studies.

Globalisation (meaning, advantages) – WTO and GATS and their relevance to architectural

profession in India – Pre-requisites for Indian architects to work in other countries –

Preparedness and infrastructure requirements for global practice – Entry of foreign architects in

India (views for and against) – Information Technology and its impact on architectural practice.

Construction management (Role, function, and responsibilities of a construction manager) –

Project management (Concept, Objectives, Planning, Scheduling, Controlling and Role and

Responsibilities of project manager) – Suitability of architect as construction / project manager –

Programme evaluation review Techniques (event, activity, dummy network rules, graphical

guidelines for network – PERT network).

References

1. Ar. V.S. Apte, Architectural Practice and Procedure, Padmaja Bhide, Pune, 2008.


3. Dr. B.C. Punmiya and K.K. Khandelwal – Project Planning and Control with PERT / CPM,

Laxmi Publications, New Delhi, 1987.

4. Arbitration Act.

5. WTO and GATT guidelines.


7. Publications of Handbook on Professional practice by IIA.

8. Publications of Council of Architecture-Architects (Professional conduct) Regulations 1989,

9rchitectural Competition guidelines

10. Roshan Namavati, Professional practice, Lakhani Book Depot, Mumbai 1984.

HUMAN SETTLEMENTS AND PLANNING-I

OBJECTIVES

To have an overview on the vocabulary of Human settlements To understand the various

elements of Human Settlements and the classification of Human Settlements

To familiarize the students with Planning concepts and process in Urban and Regional Planning.

OUTLINE

Elements of Human Settlements – human beings and settlements – nature shells&Net work –

their functions and Linkages – Anatomy & classification of Human settlements – Locational,

Resource based, Population size& Occupational structure- Structure and form of Human

settlements – Linear, non-linear and circular – Combinations – reasons for development –

advantages and disadvantages – case studies – factors influencing the growth and decay of

human settlements.

Planning concepts and their relevance to Indian Planning practice in respect of Ebenezer Howard

–Garden city concepts and contents – Patrick Geddes – Conservative surgery – case study – C.A.

Perry – Neighborhood concept Le Corbusier – concept and case studies.

Scope and Content of Master plan – planning area, land use plan and Zoning regulations – zonal

plan – need, linkage to master plan and land use plan – planned unit development (PUD) – need,

applicability and development regulations - Urban Renewal Plan – Meaning,

Redevelopment, Rehabilitation and Conservation – JNNURM – case studies.

Globalization and its impact on cities – Urbanisation, emergence of new forms of developments

– self sustained communities – SEZ – transit development – integrated townships – case studies.

Industrial development, Regulation of land and allocation of resources-Professions in planning:

Surveyor, Landscape architect, Economist, sociologist and Architect- Planning process- Various

stages of the planning process with relevant examples- Surveys in planning, Physical

characteristics, utilities, population, employment and industry, Housing, commercial and

transportation, land use- Plans: Regional plan, Master plan, Zonal development plan, Structure

plan and Transportation plan.

Regional plan types and delineation of regions. Land use plan, local development plans and their

components- Urban Planning agencies and their functions- Implications of 74th amendment and

its objectives and implications-Public participation in Planning, Relevance, methods and criteria

for public participation-Development control: Issues, Aims, Form, and Contents. Planning

Standards: and other standards such as sunlight, Noise, Parking etc. Planning in Pre and post-

Independent India, British legacy. Major milestones in urban planning in post independent India

References

1. Burn, Stanly & Williams, Jack, "Cities of the World, - World Regional Urban

Development", Harper & Row, New York, 1983.

2. Keeble, Lewis, "Principles and Practice of Town and Country Planning", The Estates

Gazette Ltd. London, 1972

URBAN DESIGN

OBJECTIVE

• To understand the scope and nature of urban design as a discipline

• To introduce the components of a city and their interdependent roles.

• To understand the evolution of historic urban form

• To learn to interpret the city in different ways and layers.

• To create awareness of contemporary urban issues as well as learn about possible ways to

address them

OUTLINE

Components of urban space and their interdependencies- outline of issues/ aspects of urban space

and articulation of need for urban design- scope and objectives of urban design as a discipline -

Western: morphology of early cities - Greek agora - Roman forum - Medieval towns-

Renaissance place making - ideal cities – Industrialization and city growth - the

eighteenthcentury city builders Garnier’s industrial city - the American grid planning- anti

urbanism and the picturesque- cite industrielle- cittenuovo-radiant city .

Indian: evolution of urbanism in India- Temple towns - Mughal city form- medieval cities –

colonial urbanism- urban spaces in modernist cities: Chandigarh, Bhuvaneshwar and Gandhi

Nagarsubsequentdirections – case studies.

Ideas of Imageability and townscape: Cullen, Lynch- place and genius loci- collective

memoryhistoricreading of the city and its artefacts: Rossi- social aspects of urban space: life on

streets and between buildings, gender and class, Jane Jacobs, Wiiliam Whyte

Understanding and interpreting of urban problems/ issues- place-making and identity,

morphology: sprawl, generic form, incoherence, privatized public realm- effects/ role of real

estate, transportation, zoning, globalisation - ideas of sustainability, heritage, conservation and

renewalcontemporaryapproaches - idea of urban catalyst, transit metropolis, community

participation –studio exercise involving the above.

Contemporary case studies from developing and developed economies that offer design

guidelines and solutions to address various issues/ aspects of urban space – case studies.

References

1. Lynch, Kevin, "The Image of the City", MIT Press, Cambridge, Mass, 1960.

Krier, Rob, "Urban Space", Academy Editions, London,1967

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN-VI

OBJECTIVES

1. To learn about reading and documenting urban contexts and to understand the idea of

urban space.

2. To understand the difference between urban design as opposed to urban development.

3. To understand the role of architecture in shaping urban fabric.

4. To create architecture which fits into a specific urban context.

OUTLINE

The role of urban space as a public realm and the need to create such spaces as extension of

private domain in a public building shall be investigated and shall become one of the

architectural goals of the project.

Some of the prerequisites of the project shall be;

1. Multiple functions, 2. Public access to majority of the spaces, 3. Large gathering areas which

are open and extendable to the immediate urban context. Projects like transport interchanges,

large retail areas with entertainment areas, transport terminals with commercial areas,

performing art center with museums and such multiple functions shall be taken. Study part of

the studio shall be documented and shall be reviewed as part of the viva.

Eg of Projects: Bus Terminal, Shopping Complex, Art galleries, Cultural center, Sports

stadium, Performing Arts Centre etc.

References

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