B.Arch.

Architecture Regulations 2021

B.ARCH.
SYLLABUS
REGULATIONS 2021

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UNIVERSITY VISION AND MISSION

VISION

B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology aspires to be a leader in

Education, Training and Research in multidisciplinary areas of importance and to play a vital
role in the Socio-Economic progress of the country in a sustainable manner.

MISSION

● To blossom into an internationally renowned Institute.

● To empower the youth through quality and value-based education.

● To promote professional leadership and entrepreneurship.

● To achieve excellence in all its endeavors to face global challenges.

● To provide excellent teaching and research ambience.

● To network with global Institutions of Excellence, Business, Industry and Research

Organizations.

● To contribute to the knowledge base through scientific enquiry, applied research and
innovation.

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VISION AND MISSION OF THE

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE

VISION
Crescent School of Architecture aspires to prepare the graduates to actively participate in
the contemporary milieu, encourage and anticipate paradigm shifts, respond to change in
the local, national and international communities.

We strive to become an innovative university by developing excellent human resources with

qualities in leadership, ethical and moral values, culture in research, innovation and skill-
based learning through higher education standards.

MISSION

Crescent School of Architecture endeavors its vision through:

● Offering a diverse, interdisciplinary and rigorous curriculum led by an accomplished
team of faculties in a comprehensive studio and classroom environment.

● Engendering and nurturing a student-centered environment – one that fosters

personal development and professional excellence.

● Challenging students to develop their unique qualities and abilities in problem-

solving, creative thinking, and decision-making as a focus in their professional
education.

● To create excellent infrastructure facilities and state-of-the-art laboratories and

working environment for both student and faculty members.

● To enhance leadership qualities among the students and enrich personality traits,
be in par with the technological advancements and moral values

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs):

Program educational objectives are broad statements that describe the career and
professional accomplishments that the program is preparing graduates to achieve.

Bachelor of Architecture curriculum is designed to prepare the graduates having aptitude

and knowledge,

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● To enable a successful professional and technical career.

● To provide high quality education to assume professional roles in architecture by

offering sound knowledge in theories and applications in the field of Architecture.

● Engage in life-long learning to keep themselves abreast of new developments.

● To grow as a creative problem solvers in architectural industry.

● To put into practice and inspire high ethical values and technical standards.

● To evolve a professional capable of vision, innovation and competence keeping in

view the human value system.

PROGRAMME OUTCOME (PO):

Program outcomes describe what students are expected to know and would be able to do
by the time of graduation. These relate to the skills, knowledge, and behaviors that students
acquire as they progress through the program.

These outcomes are directly related to the profession of Architecture, the way in which they
are practiced and the knowledge components necessary for such a practice. The following
list of outcomes represents the minimum learning outputs expected. The programme will
produce graduates who have,
● Ability to apply creativity, innovations, develop competence in design development
towards appropriate technology.

● Ability to conceptualize and coordinate designs, addressing social, cultural,

environmental and technological aspects of architecture.

● Ability to analyze and apply theoretical knowledge to achieve design solutions.

● Ability to understand ethical and professional responsibilities.

● Ability to apply and integrate computer technology in design process and products.

● Ability to understand real life situation of architectural practice.

● Ability to apply visual and verbal communication skills at various stages of

architectural design and project delivery process.

● Ability to work collaboratively with teams of architects and various interdisciplinary

teams.

● A commitment to quality with ethical values, timelessness in architecture with

continuous improvement.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs):

Program Specific Outcomes are statements that describe what the graduates of a specific
program should be able to do.

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1. Learning through contemporary and flexible foundation through hands on

experience, gives diversity and complexity that instills social responsibility to
the students.

2. Inculcates critical thinking through conceptualization and design process that

is open to consideration of alternative perspectives by analyzing, evaluating, and
synthesizing ideas and information gathered through.

3. Project based learning is incorporated in all theory, theory cum studio subjects
and also collectively in the studio subjects of all years.

4. The knowledge and ability to apply a design decision-making process through

appropriate technical documentation in a manner that is client-centered,
sustainable, aesthetic, cost effective, and socially responsible.

5. Value added courses like Soft skill development and Allied Design Studio
has been incorporated, where the students learn Architectural visualization &
representation techniques, to reflect and explain the architectural design
process to a wide range of stakeholders.

6. Understanding how to collaboratively lead multi-disciplinary teams, the process

of conceiving, developing and implementing solutions to problems in the built
and natural environments.

7. Utilizing knowledge of the diverse forms and the dimensions of professional

practice along with associated ethical, legal, financial and social
responsibilities.

8. Design Projects in each semester stimulate students to involve in individual

research and methodology, which train them in handling projects
independently.

B.ARCH – COURSE EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES (CEO’S)

1. CRITICAL THINKING - Demonstrate critical thinking through process of

conceptualization, analysis, design thinking & hands on experience.

2. BUILDING DESIGN CRITERIA- The knowledge and ability to apply a design

decision making process through appropriate design solution that is user-
centered, sustainable, aesthetic, cost effective, and socially responsible.

3. ARCHITECTURAL VISUALIZATION – Exploration on digital-skill development

where they learn Architectural visualization & representation techniques, to
reflect on and explain the architectural design process to a wide range of
stakeholders.

4. BUILDING SYSTEMS KNOWLEDGE - Incorporate a wide range of technical

skills and professional architectural knowledge during design process to
demonstrate a comprehensive application of various building services in making
sound design decisions across varying scales and levels of complexity.

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5. KNOWLEDGE OF SELECTING APPROPRIATE BUILDING MATERIALS &

CONSTRUCTION - Demonstrate the ability to synthesize a wide range of
variables into an integrated design solution by employing appropriate building
materials, building systems and construction practices.

6. ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE (INTERNSHIP) - To provide adequate

knowledge in the professional architectural practice in terms of office
administration, project management techniques and construction
practices.

7. QUANTITATIVE REASONING - Apply reasoning skills to investigate

problems related to structural systems & cost estimation analysis.

8. REQUISITE SKILLS TO BECOME AN ARCHITECT – Architectural thesis,

interpret the skills acquired in the duration of preceding academic courses and
equip the student with requisite skill and competence in the field of
architecture.

CURRICULUM AND SYLLABUS FOR B.Arch.

(Semester I to X / Full Time)
CURRICULUM
SEMESTER I
Sl. Course
Course Code Course Title L T P C
No. Group
Theory
1. PC AR D 1101 History of Built Environment – I 3 0 0 3
2. AR D 1102 Theory of Architecture and 3 0 0 3
PC
design
Theory cum studio

3. AR D 1103 Building Materials and 2 0 3 5

BS & AE
Representations
4. SEC AR D 1104 Personality Enhancement – I 1 0 1 2
Studio
5. AR D 1105 Architectural Design 0 0 10 9
PC
Studio – I
6. SEC AR D 1106 Allied Design Studio - I 1 0 4 5
Total Credits 27

SEMESTER II
Sl. Course Course Code Course Title L T P C

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No. Group
Theory
1. BS & AE AR D 1201 Theory and Design of 3 0 0 3
Structures - I
2. BS & AE AR D 1202 Building Services - I 3 0 0 3
3. AR D 1203 Environment and Climatic 3 0 0 3
BS & AE
Design
Theory cum studio
4. AR D 1204 Building Techniques & 1 0 4 6
BS & AE Technology - I

Studio
5. PC AR D 1205 Architectural Design Studio– II 0 0 14 12
Total Credits 27

SEMESTER III

Sl. Course
Course Code Course Title L T P C
No. Group
AR D 2101 History of Built Environment - II 3 0 0 3
1. PC

AR D 2102 Surveying and Site Planning 3 0 0 3

2. BS & AE

AR D 2103 Theory and Design of 3 0 0 3

3. BS & AE Structures -II

4. BS & AE AR D 2104 Building Techniques & 2 0 3 6

Technology - II
AR D 2105 Architectural Design Studio – III 0 0 14 12
5. PC

Total Credits 27

SEMESTER IV

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Sl. Course
Course Code Course Title L T P C
No. Group
AR D 2201 History of Built Environment - III 3 0 0 3
1. PC

AR D 2202 Structural & Construction 3 0 0 3

2. BS & AE Systems - I

AR D 2203 Building Services – II 3 0 0 3

3. BS & AE

AR D 2204 Building Techniques & 2 0 3 6

4. BS & AE Technology - III

AR D 2205 Architectural Design Studio – IV 0 0 14 12

5. PC

Total Credits 27

SEMESTER V
Sl. Course
Course Code Course Title L T P C
No. Group
AR D 3101 History of Built Environment - IV 3 0 0 3
1. PC

AR D 3102 Structural & Construction 3 0 0 3

2. BS & AE Systems II

3. PE XXXX Elective – I 3 0 0 3

AR D 3103 Building Techniques & 2 0 3 6

4. BS & AE Technology - IV

AR D 3104 Architectural Design Studio –V 0 0 14 12

5. PC

Total Credits 27
SEMESTER VI
Sl. Course Course
Course Title L T P C
No. Group Code

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1. PC AR D 3201 Estimation & Specification 3 0 0 3

2. PE XXXX Elective – II 3 0 0 3
3. PC AR D 3202 Landscape design 3 0 0 3
BS & AR D 3203 Building Techniques & 2 0 3 6
4.
AE Technology - V
AR D 3204 Architectural Design Studio – 0 0 1 12
5. PC
VI 4
Total Credits 27

SEMESTER VII
Sl. Course Course Course Title L T P C
No. Group Code
1. AR D 4101 Professional Ethics and 3 0 0 3
PAECC
Practice
2. PAECC AR D 4102 Research methodology 3 0 0 3
3. PE XXXX Elective – III 3 0 0 3
4. PC AR D 4103 Urban Design 3 0 0 3
5. AR D 4104 Architectural Design Studio - 0 0 1 14
PC
VII 6
Total Credits 26

SEMESTER VIII
Sl. Course Course Course Title L T P C
No. Group Code
1. PAECC AR D 4201 Practical Training –I - - - 18
Total Credits 18

SEMESTER IX
Sl. Course Course Course Title L T P C
No. Group Code
1. PC AR D 5101 Urban Housing 3 0 0 3
2. PE XXXX Elective – IV 3 0 0 3
3. PE XXXX Elective – V 3 0 0 3

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4. PAECC AR D 5102 Dissertation 3 0 0 4

5. AR D 5103 Urban Design Studio 0 0 1 14
PC - VIII 6
Total Credits 27

SEMESTER X

Sl. Course Course Course Title L T P C

No. Group Code
1. XXXX Elective –VI 3 0 0 3
PE

2. AR D 5201 Architectural Thesis NA 1

PC
8
Total Credits 21

LIST OF PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVE COURSES

BASIC ELECTIVE LIST
Elective I
Sl. Course Course
No. Group Course Title L T P C
Code
AR D 3111 Interior design (THEORY) 3 0 0 3
1 PE

AR D 3112 Art appreciation 3 0 0 3

2 PE

AR D 3113 Principles of traditional 3 0 0 3

3 PE
architecture – I
AR D 3114 Digital art 3 0 0 3
4 PE

AR D 3211 Energy efficient 3 0 0 3

5 PE
architecture
AR D 3212 Contemporary process in 3 0 0 3
6 PE
architecture
AR D 3213 Principles of traditional 3 0 0 3
7 PE
architecture – ii
AR D 3214 Vernacular architecture 3 0 0 3
8 PE

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ADVANCE ELECTIVE LIST

Elective II
Sl. Course Course
No. Group Course Title L T P C
Code
1 ARD 4111 Entrepreneurship in design 3 0 0 3
PE

2 ARD 4112 Disaster mitigation and 3 0 0 3

PE
rebuilding
3 ARD 4113 Parametric architecture 3 0 0 3
PE

4 AR D Architectural conservation 3 0 0 3
PE
5111
5 PE AR D Green & sustainable design 3 0 0 3
5112
6 PE AR D Advanced Structures 3 0 0 3
5113
7 PE AR D Earthquake resistant 3 0 0 3
5114 buildings
8 PE AR D sustainable architecture and 3 0 0 3
5211 planning
9 PE AR D Architectural management 3 0 0 3
5212
10 PE AR D Construction technology 3 0 0 3
5213
11 PE AR D Safety systems and building 3 0 0 3
5214 automation

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SEMESTER I

AR D 1101 L T P C
HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT 3 0 0 3
SDG: –I

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: To provide an insight in to the architecture of prehistoric period and early
civilizations.
COB2: Combined influence of geology, geography, climate, beliefs, religion and
culture on the architecture must be highlighted so as to appreciate how architecture
embedded in place specific context.
COB3: To distinguish the differences in various era which includes Ancient India,
Buddhist, South & North Indian architecture styles.
COB4: To study and analyze the architecture production of antiquity.
COB5: Social, religious and political character, construction methods, building
materials and how they influenced their built form and settlement pattern shall be
explained with suitable examples.
MODULE I PREHISTORIC / PRIMITIVE ARCHITECTURE 9
Primitive people, shelters, settlements, burial systems, megaliths and memorials.
Eg:Passage grave, Stonehenge etc. Introduction to global civilization - Nile
valley ,Indus valley and Tigris valley civilisations with one example each.
MODULE II ANCIENT INDIA 9
Development of Architecture from caves and huts of prehistoric era. Principles of
layout of Vedic villages to mounds, mausoleums, stupas. Indus Valley Civilization -
residences & various public buildings; Characteristics of Vedic villages with an
example; Mauryan Period with an example; Ashokan Architecture & edicts; Beginning
of cave architecture with an example
MODULE III BUDDHIST ARCHITECTURE 9
Renovated natural caves of the Buddhist period as methods of obtaining large internal
space. Evolution of Buddhist Architecture & Rock Cut Architecture: Features of
Stupas with an example; Characteristics of Rock cut Temples; Chaityas & Viharas
with an example.
MODULE IV TEMPLE ARCHITECTURE - SOUTHERN INDIA 9
Evolution of temples - Dravidian Order - evolution and form of Gopuram. Rock cut
productions under Pallavas with an example. Features of Chola Architecture with an
example – Temple architecture of temple towns: eg: Madurai, Srirangam and

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Kanchipuram.
MODULE V TEMPLE ARCHITECTURE - NORTHERN INDIA 9
Indo-Aryan style: Temple architecture of Gujarat, Orissa, Madhyapradesh and
Rajasthan - their salient features. Lingaraja Temple, Bhuvaneswar Sun temple,
Konarak. - Somnatha temple, Gujarat - Surya kund, Modhera –
Khajuraho ,Madhyapradesh - Dilwara temple.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Brown, P. (2010). Indian Architecture: Buddhist and Hindu period. Mumbai : D.B.
Taraporevala Sons and Co.
2. Bubbar, D. K. (2005). The Spirit of Indian Architecture. New Delhi : Rupa & Co
3. Copplestone, T. and Lloyd, S. (1971). World Architecture: An Illustrated History
4. Grover, Satish. (2003). Buddhist and Hindu Architecture in India, 2nd edition.
5. Fisher, Robert E. (1993). Buddhist Art and Architecture. Thames and Hudson Ltd,
London.
REFERENCES:
1. Singh, U. (2009). A history of ancient and early medieval India: from the Stone
age to the 12th century. Delhi : Pearson India
2. Roth, M. L. (2006). Understanding Architecture: Its Elements, History, and
Meaning. Columbia : West-view Press.
3. SenGupta, B. K. (2006). Reading material on History of Human Settlements.
New Delhi : ITPI.
4. Dasgupta, “History of Indian Philosophy”
5. http://www.greatbuildings.com/gbc-types/styles/hindu.htmlB.Arch31
6. http://ramm.hubpages.com/hub/evolution-of-indian-templearchitecture.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Have a comprehensive knowledge about the development of culture of early
civilizations.
CO2: Have a comprehensive knowledge about the development of Buddhist
architecture.
CO3: Articulate knowledge on the evolution of Temple architecture - Southern part of
India.
CO4: A thorough understanding of Architectural characters during the Temple
architecture - Northern part of India.
CO5: Express different plan forms of the Indo-Aryan temples with the aid of sketches.

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AR D 1102 L T P C
THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE AND 3 0 0 3
SDG: DESIGN

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: Orientation of students to the profession of architecture.
COB2: Introduction to art and appreciation of art and its philosophies.
COB3: Introduction to basic design and the basic understanding of form and space in
architecture.
COB4: Familiarization with principles and theories and graphic and architectural
composition
COB5: Familiarization with famous architectural buildings.
MODULE I INTRODUCTION - DEFINING THE DISCIPLINARY 6
DIFFERENCES
Art, architect, society and religion. Interrelation between Art and Architecture. History
of Art. Art through ages. Introduction of Aesthetics.
MODULE II PHILOSOPHY OF ART 9
Philosophy of western Art movement and their contribution to architecture
Renaissance - Leonardo da Vinci, Michael Angelo Impressionism – Monet, Van
Gough Cubism – Picasso, Henry Moore.
MODULE III INTRODUCTION TO THEORIES 11
Golden proportion, Theories of scale and proportion, color theory, Modular man,
principles of Design and elements of Architecture.
MODULE IV EXPRESSION OF ART AND DESIGN 11
Relationship between Art and Design with man, space and environment. Concept of
space. Articulation of form, sense of enclosure, Organization of spaces.
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Factors influencing the process of Art, Design and Architecture. Form and function.
Review of selected examples by famous architects.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Francis D.K.Ching, "Architecture-Form, Space and Order", 3rd ed. John Wiley,
2007
2. Arnold Dana, “Art History – A Very Short Introduction” , Oxford University Press.
3. Paul Alan Johnson – Theory of Architecture – concepts, Themes, and Practices.
4. A Candid Guide to the Profession, by Roger K. Lewis
5. Understanding Architecture: Its Elements, History, and Meaning by Leland M.
Roth, West-view Press Place publication.
REFERENCES:
1. Ching, Frank (Francis D.K.),"Architectural Graphics", VanNostrand Reinhold,
New York 2003, ISBN0471209066
2. Ching, Frank (Francis D.K.), "Drawing: A Creative Process", Van Nostrand
Reinhold, New York 1990.
3. Simon Unwin, "Analysing Architecture", Rouledge, London, 2003.
4. V.S.Pramar, "Design Fundamentals in Architecture", Somaiya Publications
Private Ltd.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: A thorough understanding on Art, artist, society and religion.

CO2: An exposure to the principles of architecture and applications of the same in

buildings.
CO3: Recognize the relation between of form and space and translate it into design.

CO4: Develop a design vocabulary for the various aspects of aesthetic components
in design and actively apply them.
CO5: Recognize the psychological and emotional aspect of colour.

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BUILDING MATERIALS & 2 0 3 5

SDG: 9 REPRESENTATIONS
COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: To introduce to the different components of a building with its functions and
introduce to the fundamentals of the Architectural drafting.
COB2: To introduce students to primary building materials and simple construction
techniques as applicable to a low-rise building.
COB3: To enable the students to learn architectural scales and their application to
real objects and drawings.
COB4: To introduce geometrical understanding and their application in deriving
Architectural forms.
COB5: To understand and employ various mediums and technique of representation
as it relates to architecture.
MODULE I INTRODUCTION TO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 15
Introduction to the buildings elements –substructure and superstructure.
Understanding the elements and the role of each building element: Foundations,
plinths, openings, lintels, roof, and parapet.
Introduction to Building construction drawings and building detail models.
Manual drafting techniques – Fixing sheet in drafting board, using drafting
instruments (T-Scale, set squares, etc.), Construction of lines, line value, line types,
types of lines. Line thickness. Dimension lines.
Architectural and stencil lettering in varying heights and thickness and dimensioning.
Types of scales, Study of scales, Understanding of different scales and their use in
practice and construction.
MODULE II BUILDING MATERIALS – STONE & ADOBE 15
CONSTRUCTION
Introduction to the natural building materials made up of – stone & Adobe.
Understanding their usage.
Drawings of types of masonry - random rubble and ashlar. Drawings of stone
construction - foundation, lintel, sill, cavity walls, flooring.Principles of construction of
various types of arches & lintels
Detailing of walls, roofs, flooring and foundations using Adobe construction.
MODULE III MEASURED DRAWING 18
Introduction to fundamentals of measured drawing, Drawings to scale. Technique of
measuring buildings and their detailing in terms of construction and ornamentation.
Examples of Measured drawing of simple objects: Furniture, Doors, Windows,
Entrance Gate, Class room plan etc.
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Introduction to sections of solids - cube, prism, pyramids, cones, cylinders etc. with
relation to architectural drawings and buildings. Orthographic (plan, elevation,
section) and isometric projection of the simple components.
MODULE V ARCHITECTURAL REPRESENTATION & SYMBOLS 12
Architectural representations of trees, hedges, foliage, human figure in different
postures, vehicles, furniture etc. their integration to presentation drawings.
Representation of building elements, openings, materials, accessories etc.
terminology and abbreviation used in architectural presentation.
Identifying the various materials used in architectural construction and their mode of
architectural representation – brick, stone, sand, steel, wood, glass, reinforcement.
L – 12 ; P – 63 ; TOTAL HOURS – 75
TEXT BOOKS:

1. S. C. Rangwala, “Engineering Materials”, Charotar Publishing House, 42nd

edition, India, 2015.
2. Francis D. K. Ching, “Building Construction Illustrated “, Publisher -John Wiley
& Sons,fifth edition, 25 March 2014.
3. Barry's “ Introduction to Construction of Buildings” Wiley–Blackwell publisher,
2nd edition,22 January 2010
4. W.B. McKay, “Building Construction”, Pearson Education India, Vol .1,5th
edition, Vol.II,4th edition & Vol.3,5th edition, India, 2013.
5. Albert. O. Halse, “Architectural Rendering- The techniques of contemporary
presentations McGraw-Hill Book Co”, 3rd edition, New York, 1988.
6. N.D. Bhatt, “Engineering Drawing” Charotar Publishing House, 46th Edition,
India, (2003).
REFERENCES:
1. S.P Arora and S.P Bindra, 'A Text Book of Building Construction',
Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company Pvt. Ltd, 2010.
2. S.K.Duggal, “Building Materials”, New Age International Publishers,5th edition,
India, 2019
3. R.J. S. Spence and D.J. Cook, 'Building Materials in Developing Countries', John
Wiley and sons 1983.
4. B.C.Punmia, “Building Construction”, Laxmi Publications, 11th edition, Jodhpur,
2016.
5. Jha, J. &Sinha, S.K., "Building Construction", Khanna Publishers, New Delhi,
1977.
6. Harold B.Olin, John L. Schmidt – Construction principles, Materials and Methods
– John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

COURSE OUTCOMES:

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CO1: Ability to recognize and name components of a building & Understand the
basics of Architectural drafting.
CO2: Develop an understanding of brick bonding, construction techniques using
primary building materials in foundation, wall, lintel, flat roof and parapet.
CO3: Ability to understand architectural scales, measure and draw simple
components of a building.
CO4: Understanding of various attributes of geometric forms and skill in their creation
and dissection of Architectural forms.
CO5: Students are exposed to various architectural representation and symbols.

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SDG 9: Build resilient Infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable
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Statement :
Understanding the usage and construction details of stone & adobe construction,
which are sustainable building materials that facilitate sustainable and resilient
infrastructure development.

AR D 1104 L T P C
PERSONALITY ENHANCEMENT – I 1 0 1 2
SDG:

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: To development in students communicative, writing and presentation skills.
COB2: The course is aimed at providing the students with language skills which is
an inescapable tool for the young technocrats to break geographical boundaries and
step into global world.
COB3:To improve the articulation of their oral presentation skills
COB4: To develop and nurture the soft skills of the students through individual and
group activities.
COB5: To effectively communicate their ideas and designs to others.
MODULE I INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION SKILLS 6
Introduction to types of communication, methods, use & application. Verbal
Communication. Developing group discussions and elocution skills. Academic
writing & referencing, avoiding Plagiarism.
MODULE II TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION 6
Objective, Process, Levels and Flow of communication, Communication networks,
Visual aids, Group communications.
MODULE III EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION STRATEGIES 6
Effective speaking, Types of speaking, Presentation with electronic aids.
MODULE IV TECHNICAL WRITING 6
Language, Impersonal and formal language, Elements of style, Techniques.
MODULE V FIRST IMPRESSIONS 6
How to make better first impressions, articulation of oral presentation, improving
Non-verbal communications (Body language and gestures).
L –5, P- 25 ; TOTAL HOURS –30
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1. . Jajatilake, C.I.V. and S. Sivasegaram, “Technical Report Writing”. Tata Mc

Graw Hill Publishing Corporation Ltd., New Delhi 1979
2. 2. Sasikumar.V. and P.V. Damija “ “Spoken English”. Tata McGraw Hill
Publishing Corporation Ltd., New Delhi, 1997
REFERENCES:
1. “How to Rad Fast and Better”. Reader’s Digest, 1983
2. Stanton Nicky,”Mastering Communication”. Mc Millan Master Series, London,
1996

COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Students get the ability to apply visual and verbal communication skills at
various stages of architectural design and project delivery process.
CO2: Students gains self-confidence to get into the global world.

CO3:Actively participate in group discussion / meetings / interviews and prepare &

deliver presentations
CO4: Become more effective individual through goal/target setting, self-motivation
and practicing creative thinking.
CO5: Students will be able to make better lasting first impressions during their
communicative sessions.
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 0 0 8 9
SDG: STUDIO– I

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: To understand the elements and principles of Basic Design as the building
blocks of creative design through exercises that will develop the originality,
expression, skill and creative thinking.
COB2: To enable the understanding of 3 D Composition which will help generation
of a form from a two dimensional / abstract idea.
COB3: Sequence of exploratory design exercises and projects intended to
familiarize the student with fundamentals of understanding on textures, materials,
color theory, solids and voids.
COB4: Students explore the fundamental issues of space through geometry,
spatial definition, spatial transparency, overlap and articulation.
COB5: To enable the understanding of the relationship between design and
architecture which focus on understanding a building form analytically.
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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:

1. Exercise on understanding of Elements and Principles of design in Visual

Composition [ Design Matrix]
2. Exploring color schemes and their application in a visual composition and in
Architectural forms and spaces.
3. Study of texture and schemes of texture both applied and stimulated and
their application.
4. Study of linear and planar forms using simple material like Boards, strings,
coils, etc. Study of Solids and voids to evolve sculptural forms and spaces
and explore the play of light and shade and application of color.
5. Study of fluid and plastic forms using easily mouldable materials [Pavilion
design]
6. Analytical appraisal of building form in terms of visual character, play of light
and shade, solids and voids etc.[Nine square grid]
7. Application of Basic design through design of simple architectural elements
like entrance gates, walls, courtyards, porches, etc.,
P –200 ; TOTAL HOURS –200
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Francis D.K. Ching, Architecture: Form, space, and order”, Wiley, 4th
edition. New Jersey.
2. Owen Cappleman & Michael Jack Jordon, “Foundations in Architecture: An
Annotated Anthology of Beginning Design Project”, John Wiley & Sons
Inc,1993, New York.
3. Charles Wallschlacgerm & Cynthia Busic-Snyder,“Basic Visual Concepts
and Principles for Artists, Architects and Designers”, Mc Graw Hill, New
York 1992.
REFERENCES:
1. V.S.Pramar,” Design fundamentals in Architecture”, Somaiya Publications Pvt.
Ltd., New Nelhi, 1973.
2. John W.Mills.”The Technique of Sculpture”,B.T.Batsford Limited, New York,
Reinhold Publishing Corporation, London, 1966.
3. Elda Fezei, Henny Moore, Hamlyn, London, New York, Sydney, Toronto, 1972.
4. C.Lawrence Bunchy Acrylic for Sculpture and Design, New York, 1972.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: An ability to engage and combine the elements and principles of design in
spontaneous as well as intentionally in order to create desired visual composition.
CO2: Establish a basic understanding of design thinking, exploration, and
communication.
CO3: Sensitize the students, to begin their visualization by initial step of working on
modeling with different materials to explore forms, solids & voids, etc.,

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CO4: Understand and apply basic design principles in the process of design
development through critical thinking.
CO5: Begin to build a community of practice by working with other students.

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ALLIED DESIGN STUDIO - I 1 0 4 5
SDG:
COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: Introduce to fundamentals in Model making involving basic design principles

& exposure to different mediums & materials of models.
COB2: Development of student's vision regarding 3-D forms (models and
sculptures) in different materials for specific themes/expressions to develop creative/
imaginative thinking in combining different geometric shapes.
COB3: Ability to draw in various media and materials, to develop the
Skill of drawing and understand color theory, principles of visual composition and
experiment with them.
COB4: To familiarize students with the grammar of art by involving them in a series
of free hand exercises and perspective drawings both indoor and outdoor to
understand form, proportion, scale, etc.
COB5: Introduce different techniques of model making in various materials and
basic processes for fabrication and assembly of components to understand
geometric form and structure.
MODULE I FUNDAMENTALS 12
Introduction to different instruments, Instrument handling, Tabletop cutting, joining,
shaping Materials and media installations assembly, etc. Introduction to the
fundamentals of drawing.
MODULE II ORGANIZATION OF SHAPES 15
Organization of shapes; Family of shapes: developing various shapes from a given
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a given theme combining different geometric shapes; expressing a design/pattern.

MODULE III REPRESENTATION MEDIUM AND TECHNIQUES 15
Understand color vocabulary and terminology, Color wheel, Understanding the
usage of different media like water soluble color pencil, pen and ink, oil pastels, dry
crayons etc and analyzing various buildings designed by internationally famous
architects in terms of Depth, light, Shade, Etc.,
Understanding the various techniques in representing Indoor objects – still Life –
Furniture, Equipment – Outdoor objects: Natural Forms/ Built Forms. Understanding
variety in Forms. Sketching Human Form: Anatomy and Expressions.
MODULE IV GRAPHICS 15
Isometric View: Isometric Views of Objects, building components such as Steps,
Canopy etc.
Axonometric view: Axonometric view of objects, interior view of rooms etc. Exercises
must involve developing a view of their measured room.
Bird's eye view & normal eye view for the following: Cityscape, Seascape,
Wildscape, Skyscape, Street views and Heritage areas.
Sketching of Historic or new built up structures of Architectural importance using
different mediums.
MODULE V MODEL MAKING 18
Introduction to various mediums/materials such as POP, wire/ matchstick, soap,
clay, wood etc. Concepts of model making - Additive model; Subtractive model out
of a given geometric form. Models with linear members such as match sticks, reeds,
etc. to understand geometric form and structure.
L – 5 ; P – 70 ; TOTAL HOURS –75
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Albert. O. Halse, “Architectural Rendering- The techniques of contemporary
presentations McGraw-Hill Book Co”, 3rd edition, New York, 1988.
2. Alexander Schilling,” Basics fundamentals of presentation Model building”,
Walter de Gruyter GmbH, Switzerland, 2017.
3. Mulik, Shankar, “A Text Book of perspective & Sciography”, Allied Publishers
Ltd., Mumbai, 1994.
4. McGoodwin, Henry, “Architectural Shades and Shadows”, The American
Institute of Architectural Press, Washington, D.C., 1989.
5. Russell D. Light, “On Perspective”, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford, 1995.
6. Mulick Milind, Water colour, Jyotsna Prakasan, Mumbai 2002.
7. Jim Legitt, "Drawing Shortcuts", John Wiley & sons Inc, 2010.
8. Farey; A. Cyril, Architectural Drawing perspective and Rendering – A Hand
Book for students and draftsmen.

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REFERENCES:
1. Webb, Frank, "The Artist guide to Composition, "David & Charles, U.K., 1994.
2. Francis Ching, Architectural Graphics, Van Nostrand Rein Hold Company, New
York, 1964
3. Moivahuntly, "The artist drawing book", David & Charles, U.K., 1994.
4. Drawing a Creative Process", Ching Francis, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York,
1990.
5. Arundell (Jan) Exploring sculpture, Mills and Boon, London/Charles, U.S.A
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Understands the fundamentals of model making, which enable to develop
physical models for design visualization.
CO2: Understanding of geometric shapes and developing visual composition,
expressing a given theme combining different geometric shapes; expressing a
design/pattern.
CO3: To develop Visual practices, using real world materials Similarity & self-
similarity understanding diversity Natural & artificial forms/colors/textures; inherent
and apply various rendering techniques in Architectural Design & visual composition.
CO4: To enable the students to draw free hand sketches and perspectives using
thumb rules, to translate the design thought process into visuals.
CO5: Develop skills to understand various tools, processes and materials in model
making.
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AR D 1201 L T P C
THEORY AND DESIGN OF 3 0 0 3
SDG: STRUCTURES - I

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: To make students get familiar with the basic theorems
COB2: To learn the deformation of elastic bodies under simple stresses.
COB3: To enrich their knowledge in mechanical properties of engineering materials,
elastic constants, different types of stresses and strains.
COB4: To understand stress-strain behavior of ductile and brittle materials in their elastic
limit.
COB5: Evaluate shear force and bending moment of the beams subjected to different
types of loads.
MODULE I INTRODUCTION TO BUILDING STRUCTURES 8
Introduction to Natural & man-made structures of various forms & their structural
behaviour; Building components & overview of their structural behaviour. Introduction to
basic theories - statics,etc
MODULE II TRUSS AND STRUCTURES 9
Plane truss, simple truss, redundant, analysis of simple plane truss using method of
sections and method of joints, and graphical solutions for force analysis of trusses.
MODULE III CENTER OF GRAVITY AND COLUMNS 9
Center of gravity of solid objects, determination of centroid of plane and curve areas,
Moment of Inertia of plane figures,etc. Column behavior - behavior under axial and
eccentric loads, Analysis of columns.
MODULE IV SIMPLE STRESS AND STRAIN 9
Concept of stress and strain – normal and shear, Poisson’s ratio, stress-strain diagrams
for ductile and brittle materials, elasticity and plasticity, linear elasticity,etc. Study of stress
and strain in building materials.
MODULE V SHEAR FORCE AND BENDING MOMENT 10
Types of supports, beams, and loads, structural behaviour of beams, shear force,
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shear, concept of flitched beam and analysis of deflections in beam.

L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Ferdinand, L. S. (1975). Engineering Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics. 3rd Ed. New
York: Harper Collins Publishers.
2. Junnarkar, S. B. (1991). Mechanics of Structures. Vol. 1. 21st Ed. Delhi: Charotar.
3. Kumar, K. L. (2003). Engineering Mechanics. Delhi : Tata McGraw-Hill Education
4. J.L. Meriam and L. G. Kraige, Engineering Mechanics: Statics, John Wiley & Sons,
Inc.
5. J. M. Gere and S. P. Timoshenko, Mechanics of Materials, Springer-Science+
Business Media, B.V

REFERENCES:
1. https://engineering.purdue.edu/~aprakas/CE297/CE297-Ch6.pdf
2. Ramamrutham, S. (2008). Engineering Mechanics: A Textbook of Applied
Mechanics. New Delhi : Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company.
3. Timoshenko, S., Young, D. H. and Rao, J. V. (2007). Engineering Mechanics. 4th Ed.
New Delhi : Tata McGraw-Hill Education.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: The students would have understood the structural properties of various building
materials.
CO2: Knowledge on the functions and effects of forces on a body and the concept of
equilibrium of the body through exercises.
CO3: An exposure to structural properties and applications of different materials used in
the building industry.
CO4: Knowledge on the plane trusses and learn analytical approach in solving the
problems.
CO5: Evaluate centre of gravity and centroid of solid objects and plane figures,
respectively.
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AR D 1202 L T P C
BUILDING SERVICES - I 3 0 0 3
SDG:

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: Introduction to fundamentals of all types of services required in a building.
COB2: To gain knowledge on water sanitation and plumbing..
COB3: Learning about various equipment and fittings available in the market.
COB4: Preparing basic electrical design layout of various services and typical details.
COB5: Students will have a wide exposure on the services required in small scale
buildings.
MODULE I WATER SUPPLY 9
Introduction to building services ; Sources of water; Collection & treatment of water
from different sources; Drinking water standards; Estimation of water requirement -
per capita demand, storage, distribution systems - layout & design considerations.
MODULE II PLUMBING AND SANITATION 9
Purpose & Principles; Systems of sanitation; House drainage - collection & disposal
fittings; Planning and layout of sanitary fittings in residences.
The plumbing and sanitary system for individual spaces e.g.kitchen, toilet, wash area,
utility etc.
MODULE III SEWAGE DISPOSAL 9
Purpose & Principles; House drainage (sewage, sullage) - collection & disposal
fittings; Pattern of sewage collection systems,Sewage treatment ; Septic tank ;
Sewage effluent disposal; Codes & standards.
MODULE IV ELECTRICAL SERVICES 9
Basics of electrical circuit - lighting & power circuit; Conductor, cables, controls &
other components; Wiring methods; Accessories. Artificial Lighting: Fundamentals;
characteristics, selection criteria, lumen method; Interior & exterior lighting; Best
practices, codes; Case studies.
MODULE V WORKING DRAWING AND DETAILS 9
Drawings related electrical layout; Kitchen & Toilet details; Sanitary & plumbing; Rain
water harvesting; water tank & septic tank as per calculation.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. National Building Code of India. (2005).
2. Philips Lighting in Architectural Design, McGraw Hill, New York, 1998.
3. R.G.Hopkinson and J.D.Kay, The Lighting of Buildings, Faber and Faber,
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4. Hopkinson, R.G., "Architectural Physics - Lighting", London. 1998

5. Basic Electrical Engineering, V.K.Mehta, S.Chand and Company Ltd., New Delhi,
1998.
REFERENCES:
1. Birdie, B. S. (1996). Water supply and Sanitary Engineering. Dhanpat Rai and
Sons.
2. "Manual on sewerage and sewerage treatment", CPHEEO - Ministry of works
and housing, New Delhi, 1980.
3. S.C.Rangwala, "Water supply and sanitary engineering", Charotar publishing
house, Anand, Lecture notes compiled by Chaman.L.Gupta, 1989
4. G.S. Birdie & J.S. Birdie, "Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering".
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: The students obtain knowledge on water supply and water piping systems.

CO2: The students may exposed to electrical services and power distribution system
inside & outside buildings.
CO3: They get to know about importance of sewage disposal in a small scale
buildings.
CO4: The students will be able to do electrical and plumbing layouts for small scale
buildings.
CO5: It enlighten the importance of services in space planning.

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ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATIC 3 0 0 3
SDG: DESIGN

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1:To introduce the basics of environmental science and its relevance to
mankind, the built envelop around.
COB2:To also introduce fundamentals of Climatology in view of its integral
importance for students of Architecture.
COB3:Acquainting the students with human thermal comfort as an essential function
of a building, its analysis & use in Architecture.
COB4: To familiarize students with the elements constituting climate and their role in
creating responsive designs.
COB5: To introduce the basics of computer simulation for climatic design using
softwares.
MODULE I ECOSYSTEM, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND 11
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environment; Ecosystem - structure, functions, classification of ecosystem;

Biodiversity & its conservation, loss of biodiversity, hotspots ; Ecological pyramids -
ecological succession; Relation to built environment, considerations for ecology in
historical built environment.
MODULE II INTRODUCTION TO CLIMATE AND CLIMATE 9
TYPES
Importance of climate in architecture. Factors affecting climate. Elements of climate:
solar radiation, temperature, wind, humidity and precipitation and their
measurement.Climate types all over the world. Tropical climate: climate zones, their
characteristics and responses of the traditional/ vernacular. Micro Climate and Site
Climate.
MODULE III HUMAN THERMAL 9
COMFORT,ORIENTATION,VENTILATION & AIR
MOVEMENT
Concept of Thermal Comfort; different factors determining thermal comfort of human
being in a built environment. Orientation of buildings in relation to sun & wind.
Requirement, size & position of openings, Shading devices, Air-flow pattern inside
and outside the buildings. Buoyancy-driven (Stack effect, Venturi effect)
MODULE IV NATURAL LIGHTING 9
Natural lighting, glare, day light factor and factors affecting day-lighting in various
space types. Drawing sun path diagram and utilizing it for design of buildings and
designing of shading devices.
MODULE V SOFTWARE 7
Introduction to computer simulation for climatic design,using software. Design of a
single use space using simulation software with the application of principles of
passive climatic design.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Agarwal, K. C. (2001). Environmental Biology. Bikaner : Nidhi Publications
Ltd. Benny, J. (2005). Environmental Studies. New Delhi : Tata McGraw Hill.
2. Bharucha, E. (2005). Text book of environmental studies for undergraduates
courses. New Delhi : Universities Press, UGC. .
3. Brunner, R.C. (1989). Hazardous Waste Incineration. New Delhi : McGraw
Hill.
4. Miller T.G. Jr., “Environmental Sciences”, Wadsworth Publishing Co. (TB)
5. Cunningham, W.P. Cooper, T.H. Gorhani, E & Hepworth, M.T.,
“Environmental Encyclopedia”, Jaico Publ. House, Mumbai, 2001
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1. Kaushik, A. and Kaushik, C. P. (2010). Basics of Environment and Ecology.

New Delhi : New Age International Publishers.
2. https://www.vssut.ac.in/lecture_notes/lecture1424353637.pdf
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: The students would have understood the effects of the existing natural
resources and the need for preserving them.
CO2: Knowledge on the functions of several of ecosystems will help the students to
design the processes that are eco-friendly.
CO3:Be familiar with the dynamics of air-movements in and around buildings.

CO4:Have a broad knowledge of climate and human and building interactions with
details regarding the movement of the sun and its effect.
CO5:Be able to critically evaluate the wider implications of how human beings
interact with their environment
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BUILDING TECHNIQUES & 1 0 4 6
SDG: 9 TECHNOLOGY - I

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: To expose the students to timber and its construction techniques and to
enable them to represent the different building components through relevant
drawings.
COB2: Students will gain knowledge on timber allied products and construction
details of timber- stairs, trusses, partitions, paneling & false ceiling.
COB3: To expose students to sustainable building material, Bamboo- its
construction techniques & details in building industry.
COB4: Introducing to various machinery tools, carpentry tools & techniques
involved in using it for model making. Also, encouraging to explore on alternative
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COB5: Exposure to different mediums & materials of model making, involving

making of three dimensional models.
MODULE I TIMBER 10
Types of timber, their classification and characteristics. Timber sources, defects,
conversion, seasoning, storage, preservation & finishes.
Outline of timber as a material for doors, windows and ventilators.
Basic components for timber door/ window/ventilator of different types- outer
frame, shutter frame, shutter material, hardware, fixtures, etc. Drawings of timber
joinery for Windows, doors & ventilators..
MODULE II TIMBER AND ALLIED PRODUCTS 15
Industrial timbers - plywood, block board, particle board, fiber boards, Hard
boards, Veneers, etc. Uses - current developments.
Eco Friendly Boards – Eco Boards, Soft Boards and Laminates.
Joints in timber, Timber frames for walls, Timber flooring, Timber staircase,
Construction of timber roof trusses (to include lean to, couple, collar, king post,
queen post and roof covering material).
Timber partitions, paneling and false ceiling.
Understanding construction principles and procedures through sketches/
drawings/case studies/ models / site visits/ documentation.
MODULE III BAMBOO 15
Bamboo- anatomy, properties, strength, processing, harvesting. Working with
bamboo. Treatment, preservation and uses of bamboo. Joints in Bamboo.
Techniques of construction of foundation, floors, walls & roofs with bamboo.
Understanding construction principles and procedures through sketches/
drawings/case studies/ models / site visits/ documentation.

MODULE IV INTRODUCTION TO MACHINERY TOOLS 15

Introduction to carpenter’s tools, Wood working machines, use of different kinds
of wood, Sawing, Planning and Shaping of wood, Making of selected joinery
used in construction work, polishing of wood. Demonstration and practical lesson
on soldering, brazing, forging and gas welding. Demonstration of foundry shop
practice-introduction to molder’s tools, preparation of moulding sand.
Introduction to machine tools with demonstration of cutting, drilling, grinding,
slotting, shaping, bending etc. Names and uses of different kinds of fitter’s tools
and measuring instruments, care and maintenance, practice in chipping, filling,
scraping and fitting.
Understanding & creating awareness on environmental impacts on the nature by
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in to usable models and create a new product.

MODULE V WORKSHOP 20
Basic design, graphic design, product design, furniture design & model making.
Use of hand tools and materials in carpentry, Glass models & masonry.
Exposure to different mediums & materials of model - making which involves
making three dimensional sculptures involving the basic platonic solids and
abstract sculptures using various techniques/ materials such as POP, wire,
matchstick, soap, clay, etc.
L – 7 ; P – 68 ; TOTAL HOURS –75
TEXT BOOKS:

1. W.B. Mckay, “Building construction Vol 1,2 and 3”, Longmans, UK 2005.
2. Francis D. K. Ching, “Building Construction Illustrated “, Publisher -John
Wiley & Sons,fifth edition, 25 March 2014.
3. Barry's “Introduction to Construction of Buildings” Wiley–Blackwell
publisher, 2nd edition, 22 January 2010.
4. S. C. Rangwala, “Engineering Materials”, Charotar Publishing House,
42nd edition, India, 2015
5. Arundell (Jan), Exploring Sculpture, Mills and Boon, London/Charles
T.Branford Company, USA, 1972.
6. John W.Mills, The Technique of Sculpture, B.T.Batsford Ltd., New York
Reinhold Publishing Corpn., London, 1966.

REFERENCES:
1. Roy Chudley, ”Building Construction Handbook”, Elsevier/Butterworth-
Heinemann2006.
2. S.C.Rangwala, “Engineering materials”, Charotar Publishing, 2011.
3. S.P.Arora & S.P.Bindra, “Text book of Building Construction”, Ganpat Rai
Publications (P) Ltd, New Delhi, 2013
4. B.C. Punmia, “Building Construction”, 2005
5. P.C. Varghese, “Building Materials”, Prentice Hall of India put Ltd New
Delhi 110001, 2005
6. Don A.Watson, “Construction Materials and Processes”, McGraw Hill
Co.,1992.
7. Alanwerth, “Materials”, The Mitchell Pub.Co.Ltd., London,1986.
8. www.design basics.com/-(on house type – Americans)
9. http://www.geosystems.gatech.edu/ - (on detail design method)
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: The students would get exposed to sustainable building material timber.
They gain knowledge on construction details of timber in different building

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components through relevant drawings.

CO2: The students would gain comprehensive knowledge about timber and its
allied products with its application in interior and exterior.
CO3: An exposure to the construction details of bamboo and its treatment, which
is a sustainable building material.
CO4: Gain knowledge on carpentry & machinery tools and its application in
model making & 3D visualization through hands on exercises. Also, sensitized to
use alternative materials (recycling materials) to use in models and create a new
product.
CO5:. Develop skills to understand the various tools, processes and material in
model making.
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SDG No. & Short Description
SDG 9: Build resilient Infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable
industrialization and foster innovation.
Statement :
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AR D 1205 L T P C
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 0 0 12 12
SDG: STUDIO – II

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: To involve students in simple space planning design project(s) that will
involve the application of the knowledge gained in other subjects into design of
buildings and the understanding of the functional aspects of good design and
COB2: To explore the students to the basics of architectural design and sensitize
them to intelligent planning that is responsive to the people, built form &
environmental context.
COB3: To involve students in building case study by choosing appropriate
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architectural program.
COB4: To engage in discussion and analytical thinking by the conduct of
seminars/ workshops.
COB5: To enable the presentation of concepts through various modes and
techniques that will move constantly between 2D representation and 3D
modelling.
COURSE OUTLINE:
Scale and Complexity: projects involving small span, single space, single use
spaces with simple movement, predominantly horizontal, as well as simple
function public buildings of small scale; passive energy.
Areas of focus / concern:
1. Architectural form and space
2. Aesthetic and psychological experience of form and space in terms of
scale, colour, light, texture, etc.,
3. Function and need: user requirements, anthropometrics, space standards,
circulation
4. Image and symbolism
5. Typology/ project: Single space design
(Living/Bedroom/Kitchen/Dining/Toilet, exhibition pavilion, children’s
environment, snack bar, residence/weekend cottage, petrol bunk, fire
station,etc.,
P – 225 ; TOTAL HOURS –225
TEXT BOOKS:
1. De. Chiara and Callender, "Time-saver Standards for Building Types",
McGraw-Hill Co., New York, 1973.
2. Neufert Architects' Data:The Handbook of Building Types (Second
International Edition),Blackwell scientific Publications, Professional
Books. Oxford (1986)
3. Time - Saver Standards for Architectural Design Data, seventh edition.
The reference of architectural fundamentals McGraw hill international
edition, architectural series (1998).
4. Ed.By.Quentin Pickard RIBA "The Architects' Hand Book", Bladewell
Science Ltd., 2002
REFERENCES:
1. Handbook on Building Construction Practices (Excluding Electrical Work).
Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi, 1997
2. National Building book of India 2005, Bureau of Indian Standards, New
Delhi
3. Macmillan Encyclopedia architects, Vol II, The free press, London, 1982
4. A visual dictionary of Architecture, Francis D.K.Ching, John wiley & Sons,

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Inc. 1997
5. www.design basics.com/-(on house type - Americans)
6. http://www.geosystems.gatech.edu/ - (on detail design method)
7. http://www.c.s.berkely.edu/ - (on bubble diagram builder with interaction)
8. http://www.plannet.com/resources.htme - (on resource info)
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Students get the ability to understand and design small scale building
projects.
CO2: They will able to solve the design problem functionally and understand the
relationship between people ,built form & environment
CO3: Gain knowledge about the design process and its various faces to solve a
design problem.
CO4: Students explore on design solutions considering energy efficient solutions
(passive energy, green building materials, etc.)
CO5: Ability to express the ideas through drawings and physical models to
conceive, organize and develop three-dimensional space.
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HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT 3 0 0 3
SDG: - II

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: To understand the evolution of different religious architecture from across the
world.
COB2: To introduce the students in diverse planning of Mosques in chronological order.
COB3: To learn the principles, elements and character of Islamic architecture across the
world.
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states. (Example, provincial style in Gujarat, Malwa, Deccan, etc...)

COB5: To understand the concepts involved in setting up the Mughal garden (tomb and
pleasure gardens) in formal landscape.
MODULE I EVOLUTION OF HINDU TEMPLE ARCHITECTURE 9
Inception and development of the early Hindu temple form – principles, symbolism and
social importance of temple - categories
of temple - elements of temple architecture - Evolution of temple complexes and temple
towns; Overview of Hindu architecture in Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Nepal,etc,.

MODULE II INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURE 9

Brief History of Islam in terms of birth, spread across countries, socio-cultural and
principles. Evolution of building types in terms of forms and functions - like the mosque,
the tomb, and Minaret,etc,. Elements and characteristics- like in terms of structure,
materials,etc,. - Important examples to illustrate the development of Islamic architecture.

MODULE III ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURE IN INDIA- DELHI OR 9

IMPERIAL STYLE
Brief history of development and classification, different styles and regions. Development
of architectural style during the rule of Delhi; like Khilji, Sayyid and Lodi Dynasties,etc,.
Study of important examples for each period.

MODULE IV PROVINCIAL STYLE 9

Development of the provincial styles in different regions - like in Punjab, the Deccan, etc,.
- Important examples to illustrate for each style.
MODULE V MUGHAL STYLE 9
Development of the Mughal style under the different rulers - Babur, Shershah, Humayun,
Akbar,etc,. - important examples - development of
the Mughal garden. Outline of Post Mughal Islamic architecture. Outline of architecture
related to Islam in Tamil Nadu.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Percy Brown, 'Indian Architecture (Islamic Period)', Taraporevala and Sons, Bombay,
2014.
2. Percy Brown, 'Indian Architecture (Buddhist and Hindu Period)', Taraporevala
and Sons,Bombay, 2014.
3. Christopher Tadgell, 'The History of Architecture in India - From the Dawn of
Civilization to the End of the Raj', Phaidon, 2002.
4.Robert Hillenbrand, 'Islamic Architecture - Form, Function and Meaning', Columbia
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5. Sir Banister Fletcher, "A History of Architecture", University of London, The Athlone
Press 1996, 20th edition.
6. Satish Grover, 'Buddhist and Hindu Architecture in India', CBS, 2008.
7. Satish Grover, 'Islamic Architecture in India', CBS, 2012.
8.Robert Hillenbrand, "Islamic Architecture", Edinburgh University Press,1994
REFERENCES:
1. Yatin Pandya,"Concepts of Space in Traditional Indian Arch", Map in,2005.
2. Mitchell,George(1996)"The Hindu Temple,University of Chicago Press
3. Spiro Kost of,"A History of Architecture:Setting and Rituals",Oxford University Press,
London,2005(digitized-2007).
4. George Michell, 'The Hindu Temple', University of Chicago Press, 1988.
5. Stella Kramrisch, 'The Hindu Temple', MotilalBanarsidass, Vol I 2002,Vol II1996.
6. Catherine Asher, 'Architecture of Mughal India', Cambridge University Press, 2001.
7. Creswell, K.A.C., "Early Muslim Architecture", Oxford, repr. 1969, and "Early Muslim
Architecture II", Oxford, 1940.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Ability to distinguish place and period specific architectural styles of religious
architecture across the world.
CO2: Ability to appreciate cultural, symbolic, spatial and material qualities in architecture.

CO3: Provide an understanding on the various styles and the ruler patrons who
influenced the development of Islamic style of architecture.
CO4: Realize the techniques and wonders behind various Islamic architectural and
landscaping elements and principles and re-interpret them in today's context.
CO5: Critically evaluate historical principles and methods and impart that learning to
create relevant current architectural solutions that are meaningful and rooted in our
historic and traditional knowledge and wealth.
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AR D 2102 L T P C
SURVEYING AND SITE PLANNING 3 0 0 3
SDG:

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: Sensitize the students about various types of surveys, instruments used and
details of survey records.
COB2: To understand the complex relationship between topography, hydrology,
vegetation and climate.
COB3: To enable the understanding of Contour, slope analysis, grading and
topography as key factors.
COB4: To enable and analysis of site through various techniques that influences
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COB5: Understanding of survey and analysis for effective application in large scale
campus and planning projects.
MODULE I INTRODUCTION TO SITE AND SITE SURVEYING 6
Definition of plot, site, and units of measurements. Surveying - Introduction to survey,
need and objective of surveying.
Classification of survey – Levelling - Introduction to levelling, terms used in levelling
and its methods.
MODULE II SITE ANALYSIS 10
Site Planning process – importance of site inventory and site analysis, use of symbols
and graphical representations. Site analysis –
Process and Synthesis - Site Essence Map. Site inventory – Collection of data on
Onsite & Offsite Factors. - Site level services ; water supply, electrical services, etc,.
MODULE III GRADING AND MICRO CLIMATE 10
Contours, intervals and layers - slope analysis, watersheds, - grading process -
grading criteria - consideration for function and aesthetics. Definition of micro climate
- contributory factors - land forms, vegetation, water bodies, density of built
environment as modifiers.
MODULE IV SITE PLANNING PROCESS AND DEVELOPMENT 10
Spatial development – like relationship of space and mass, enclosure and spatial
perception, etc,. Site circulation - Design considerations for
circulation networks. Pedestrian circulation: movement, material, design
consideration, linkage and visual system,etc,. Vehicular circulation – types of roads,
hierarchy of roads, parking, etc.
MODULE V EXERCISE IN SITE SURVEYING AND PLANNING 10
Application of all the knowledge gained in previous units with
exercises like - Contour map and its interpretation – slope analysis –preparation of
site analysis diagrams. – site Layout with site circulation and services.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Kevin Lynch, 'Site Planning', Third Edition, MIT Press, 1984.
2. Edward. T. White, 'Site Analysis', Archi Basic Press, 2014.
3. B.C.Punmia et al, 'Surveying Vol.I', Seventeenth Edition, Laxmi Publications,
2016..
REFERENCES:
1. Joseph De. Chiarra and Lee Coppleman, 'Urban Planning and Design Criteria',
Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., 1982.
2. Strom Steven, 'Site Engineering for Landscape Architects', John Wiley and Sons,
2013.
3. P.B. Shahani, 'Text of Surveying Vol.I', Oxford and IBH Publishing Co, 1980
4. Genevieve S. Baudoin, 'Interpreting Site: Studies in Perception, Representation,
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5. Tamil Nadu Combined Development and Building Rules, 2019.

6. Duggal, S.K., 2004. Surveying Vol.1&2. Tata McGraw Hill Pub.Co.Ltd. New Delhi.
7. Subramanian,R. 2012. Surveying and Leveling. Oxford Univ. Press, New Delhi.
8. Arror, K.R., 2004. Surveying Vol. 1, 2, 3. Standard Book House, N. Delhi.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: The students gain the knowledge about the usage and principles of various
surveying instruments.
CO2: Sensitivity towards aspects of site at macro and micro contexts.

CO3: Students will recognize the various land forms, natural patterns and systems.

CO4: Understands the principles of site layout and development.

CO5: Ability to measure, draw, analyse and plan a particular site.

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THEORY AND DESIGN OF 3 0 0 3
SDG: STRUCTURES -II

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: Introduce to different methods of design of structures.
COB2: To study the structural concepts involved in the designing of beams and
R.C.C Arches.
COB3: To understand the methods used in the design of slabs using coefficients in
IS code.
COB4: To understand the design principles in the structural design of columns.
COB5: To study the design of R.C.C footings and reinforcement details.
MODULE I DESIGN METHODS - INTRODUCTION 5
Concept of elastic method, Ultimate load method and limit state method. Advantages
of limit state method over other methods. Principles of Limit state method of design –
characteristic load and strength - study of stress block parameters.
MODULE II DESIGN OF BEAMS & R.C.C ARCHES 10
Loads on beams - transfer of load from slab to beam - Design of beam sections for
shear, shear & torsion and bending & torsion - design of simply supported beam -
reinforcement detailing.
R.C.C Arches - Introduction, types & design of structures for R.C.C Arches.
MODULE III DESIGN OF SLABS 10
Design of one way and two way slabs – simply supported, continuous and
restrained – using coefficients in IS code - Design of one way continuous slab. Types
of staircases & Design of dog legged staircase.
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Estimation of loads on columns - load transfer from slab and beams to columns.
Design of columns for axial load- square, rectangular and circular sections with
lateral and spiral ties- design of short columns for uniaxial and biaxial
eccentricities using interaction charts- reinforcement detailing - design principles of
long columns for uniaxial and biaxial eccentricities.
MODULE V DESIGN OF FOOTING 10
Types of R.C.C. foundation - design of isolated footing - square and
rectangular sections – design of isolated sloped footing - reinforcement
detailing- design principles for combined footing and pile foundation.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Dr.B.C. Punmia, ‘Reinforced Concrete Structures’ Vol, 1 and 2', Laxmi Publication,
Delhi, 2015.
2. S.Unnikrishnan Pillai and Devados Menon, 'Reinforced Concrete Design',
Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Co. Ltd., New Delhi, 2017.
3. S.N. Sinha, “Reinforced Concrete Design”, Tata McGraw Hill, 2017.
4. Varghese, P.C., “Limit State Design of Reinforced Concrete”, Prentice Hall of India,
New Delhi,2004.
REFERENCES:
1. P.Dayaratnam, 'Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures', Medtech, 2017.
2. C. Sinha and S.K. Roy, ‘Fundamentals of Reinforced Concrete’, S. Chand and
Co., New Delhi, 2007.
3. N. Krishna Raju, ‘Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures’, CBS Publishers and
Distributors, 2016.
4. IS 456-2000, 'Indian Standard, Plain and Reinforced Concrete, Code of Practice',
Bureau of Indian Standards, 2000.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Gains knowledge on different methods of design of structures.

CO2: An exposure to structural properties and applications of R.C.C arches used in

the building industry.
CO3: The students would have understood the structural concepts involved in the
design of slabs.
CO4: Knowledge on the estimation of loads on columns and principles involved in the
design of columns.
CO5: Ability to design the footing and understand the reinforcement detailing
required.
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BUILDING TECHNIQUES & 2 0 3 6
SDG: TECHNOLOGY - II

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: Introduction to concrete as a building material and its application in

building construction.
COB2: To develop an awareness about the various ingredients and composition
in concrete. To gain knowledge on the various types of concrete & innovations.
COB3: understand the importance and use of concrete in construction through
design and detail drawings using concrete in buildings.
COB4: Students are introduced to the basics of computers & 2D architectural
drafting software to learn digital drafting skills.
COB5: Students get exposed to the available 3D software technologies and their
applications in visualizing Architectural Designs.
MODULE I CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY 10
Introduction to Cement and concrete as building materials. Cement -
Classification, properties and application.
Sand- Classification, properties and application. Extraction, test and types.
Water – cement ratio, workability, curing,etc,. Integration of
steel in concrete, Joints in concrete & finishes. Advanced concrete components
and Special concrete types.
MODULE II CONCRETE IN CONSTRUCTION - I 10
Design and detailing involving concrete as primary construction material. Design
and construction details drawings:- Like Sub-structure -Foundation – Basement -
Super-structure - Framed Structures, Footings, Floors, Walls & Partitions.
MODULE III CONCRETE IN CONSTRUCTION-II 15
Design and detailing involving concrete as primary construction material. Design
and construction details drawings: Like Plinth, Sill,
Lintel/sunshade , Arches, Slabs, beams, Columns and Staircases.
MODULE IV INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND 15
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sheet function with emphasis on application like generation of letters, preparation

of report etc. Introduce to the digital drawings using applicable architectural
drafting software for 2D digital drafting of a simple building: floor plans,
elevations, detail drawings.
MODULE V BUILDING MODELLING, VISUALISATION AND 20
REPRESENTATION
Introduction to 3D-modelling techniques, drawing objects, 3D surface settings,
etc. Rendering and scene setting to create a photo realistic picture,
understanding material mapping, environment setting and image filling.
Exercise using architectural rendering software on visualising a space, building
and exploring the potential of lights and camera.
L – 7 ; P – 68 ; TOTAL HOURS –75
TEXT BOOKS:
1. M.S. Shetty, 'Concrete Technology', S.Chand, 2005.
2. B.C.Punmia , 'Building Construction', Laxmi Publications, 2016.
3 .Arumanikyam.(2000).Design of RCC Structures.I.K. International Publishing
House.
4. S.K. Duggal, 'Building Materials', New Age International Publishers, 2016.
5.T.D Ahuja and G.S. Birdie, 'Fundamentals of Building Construction', Dhanpat
Rai Publishing Company Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 1996
6.S.P Arora and S.P Bindra, 'A Text Book of Building Construction',
Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company Pvt. Ltd, 2010.
7.Roy Chudley, Roger Greeno, 'Building Construction Handbook', Routledge,
2016.

REFERENCES:
1. Building Construction Illustrated by Francis D K Ching, CBS publisher
and distributors.
2. Construction methods, materials and techniques by William P.Spence.
3. Architectural Graphics standards by Charles G.Ramsey.
4. S.C.Rangawala, Engineering Materials, Charotar Pub. House,
Anand,1997.
5. Don A.Watson, Construction Materials and Processes, McGraw Hill Co.,
1972.
6. Allen Edward, Iano Joseph, Fundamentals of Building Construction:
Materials and Methods
7. Alanwerth, Materials, The Mitchell Pub. Co.Ltd., London,1986

COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Understanding of the application of concrete as a building construction
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CO2: Gain knowledge on the various types of concretes & innovations in

concrete constructions.
CO3: Ability to design and detail specific components using concrete in building
construction.
CO4: learn the ability to do 2D digital drawings, drafting, editing and modification
through digital tools using architectural drafting & rendering software.
CO5: Ability to visualize architectural designs using digital tools for 3D
visualisation and rendering.
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 0 0 12 12
SDG: STUDIO – III

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: To emphasis and evolve the methodology for architectural design with
reference to the previous knowledge of function and aesthetics.
COB2: To gain knowledge on approach to the design with concept, Analysis,
Synthesis and clarity of details (like barrier free design considerations).
COB3: Focus on studying patterns in horizontal circulation in built areas, with
creativity.
COB4: Experimentation with shapes and forms to evolve sensitivity to built
volumes.
COB5: Design approach with architectural expression using appropriate graphic
presentation techniques.
COURSE OUTLINE:
The projects would address the study of built form and its relationship to the site,
surroundings and climatic setting. Design proposals to address sensitivity to
climatic and physical settings. The design problem would induce students to
experiment with built and open spaces .Design of a simple building for public
activity in a non-urban setting or a situation without urban regulatory controls.
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• Passive design techniques

• Concept and Philosophy of Architects
• Aesthetic and psychological experience of form and space in terms of
scale, colour, light, texture, etc.,
• Function and need: user requirements, anthropometrics, space standards,
circulation.
• Image and symbolism

TYPOLOGY/ PROJECT:
Residential buildings, Institutional buildings: banks, nursery or primary schools,
primary health centers etc.
P – 225 ; TOTAL HOURS –225
TEXT BOOKS:
1.Joseph De Chiara, Michael J Crosbie, 'Time Saver Standards for Building
Types', McGraw Hill Professional, 2001
2.Joseph De Chiara, Julius Panero, Martin Zelnik, “Time Saver Standards for
Interior Design and Space Planning”, McGraw Hill, 2001.
3.Kevin Lynch, 'Site Planning', MIT Press, Cambridge, 1967
4. Ernst, "Neuferts Architects Data", Wiley–Blackwell; 3rd edition (1 July 2002)
REFERENCES:
1. Julius Panero, Martin Zelnik, 'Human Dimension and Interior Space', Whitney
Library of Design,1975.
2. Richard P. Dober, 'Campus Planning', Reinhold Book Corporation, 1963.
Richard P. Dober, “Campus Planning” - Society for College and University
Planning, 1996.
3. Achyut Kanvinde, “Campus design in India”, American year Book, 1969
4. Kevin Lynch, “Site planning”, MIT Press, Cambridge, 1967
5.Sam F. Miller, “Design Process:A Primer for Architectural and Interior Design”,
Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1995.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Students explore the inter relationships between built form and open
spaces.
CO2: Students learn to design the built environment through physical and
Cultural contexts considering function, user perception, behaviour and culture.
CO3: Gain knowledge about the design process and its various faces to solve a
design problem functionally and aesthetically.
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CO5: Develop design skills and present in the form of drawings and express the
ideas in the form of 2D representation and 3D modelling.
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COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: To impart Knowledge on the evolution of architecture in the ancient Europe.
COB2: To understand architecture as evolving within specific cultural contexts including
aspects of politics, society, religion, climate and technology.
COB3: To gain knowledge of the development of architectural form with reference to
technology, style and character in western architecture.
COB4: To comprehend and analyze spatial character, scale, and structure through
historical and traditional built form.
COB5: To provide an understanding of the Architecture character associated with
European architecture.
MODULE I CLASSICAL GREECE & ROMAN ARCHITECTURE 9
Evolution of Greek Architecture - Architectural typologies - public spaces, theatres,etc.-
evolution of orders in Greek.
Roman architecture: factors influencing architecture-orders in Roman architecture
(Tuscan and composite) - emergence of public architecture- examples-the pantheon, the
colossuem,etc.
MODULE II EARLY CHRISTIAN BYZANTINE & MEDIEVAL 11
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Early Christian and Byzantine Architecture: Introduction & evolution - chapels and
churches, factors influencing architectural characters - examples like st.vitale, st
Ravenna,etc.,
Byzantine Architecture –construction of domes structures - different plan forms of
churches- examples like Hagia Sophia.etc
Romanesque period: Monastic orders & development of Craft and merchant guilds,
Influences & architectural character of Romanesque churches in Italy (Pisa
complex), France (Abbey Aux Hommes) and England (Tower of London)- Development
of vaulting.
MODULE III GOTHIC ARCHITECTURE 9
French gothic - Religious and social influences - Evolution of vaulting and development of
structural systems-Outline of Architectural character- Examples: Notre Dame, Paris,etc.
English gothic -Development of English gothic vaulting & flying buttress – with
example .Outline of Architectural character in England and Italy – Examples: West
minister Abbey, Hampton Court Palace, Milan Cathedral,etc.
MODULE IV RENAISSANCE ARCHITECTURE 9
Italian Renaissance - The idea of rebirth and revival of art - Outline of the Architecture
during the early Renaissance, High Renaissance and Baroque Periods - Features of a
typical Renaissance palace, eg. Palazzo Ricardi.
Study of the contribution of the following architects: Brunelleschi ,Michaelangelo, Andrea
Palladio, Example - St. Peter Rome, Villa capra in Vicenza.
MODULE V FRENCH AND ENGLISH RENAISSANCE 7
Architectural character in the classical & Rococo period - Example - Chateau de
Chambord, Louvre, Paris -Domestic British architecture- Study of the works Sir
Christopher Wren,& Inigo Jones, Example - St. Paul's Cathedral, London. Banqueting
House, Whitehall.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
* Assignments and models should be included in the course planning.
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Sir Banister Fletcher, A History of Architecture, CBS Publications (Indian Edition),
1999.
2. David Watkin, ‘A History of Western Architecture’, Laurence King Publishing, 2015.
3. Pier Luigi Nervi, General Editor, ‘History of World Architecture Series’, Harry N.
Abrams, NewYork, 1972.
4. S. Lloyd and H.W. Muller, ‘History of World Architecture – Series’, Faber and Faber,
London,1986.
5. Gosta, E. Samdstrom, ‘Man the Builder’, McGraw Hill Book Company, New York, 1975.
6. Vincent Scully, ‘Architecture – The Natural and the Man Made’, Harper Collins, 1991
REFERENCES:
1. Early Christian and Byzantine Architecture by Richard Krautheimer, Yale University

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Press, 01-Jan-1992
2. Gothic Architecture, Volume 19 of Pelican History of Art,Yale University Press Pelican
History of Art, Author Paul Frank Edition2.
3.Renaissance Architecture: The Great Ages of World Architecture, Author Bates Lowry
Publisher Literary Licensing, LLC,2011
4. Renaissance Paris: Architecture and Growth, 1475-1600, By David Thomson,
University of California Press.
5. Spiro Kostof – A History of Architecture – Setting and Rituals, Oxford University Press,
London, 1985.
6. Leland M Roth; Understanding Architecture: Its elements, history and meaning;
Craftsman House; 1994.
7. Webb and Schaeffer; Western Civilisation Volume I; VNR: NY: 1962.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: To provide an insight into the architecture of Classical antiquity & early Medieval
period.
CO2: It will impart knowledge of different aesthetic movement and philosophies that has
influenced architectural principles and evolution of architectural style over time in the
world.
CO3: They have a comprehensive knowledge about the development of Gothic Period in
France and express the synthesis of aesthetics and structure with the aid of
assignments/models.
CO4: An understanding about the spatial and architectural characters associated with
European architecture.
CO5: They have a comprehensive knowledge about the philosophy of Renaissance and
how they influenced architecture in England and France.
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STRUCTURAL & CONSTRUCTION 3 0 0 3
SDG: SYSTEMS - I

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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COB1: To enable a student to understand the basic concepts of shear force and
bending moment acting on beams subjected to various loading conditions through
exercise.
COB2: To determine stress in beams and strength of sections by working out
problems.
COB3: To Calculate deflection of beams.
COB4: To study the theory of columns by working out problems
COB5: To understand the concept of inter determinate structure and its analysis.
MODULE I SHEAR FORCE & BENDING MOMENTS 9
Definition - Relation between Loading, Shear Force & Bending Moment -Simply
Supported and, Cantilever Beams Subjected to Concentrated, UDL and their
Combinations.
MODULE II STRESSES IN BEAMS 9
Theory of simple bending - Bending and shear stress distribution - strength of
sections - stress distribution diagrams.
MODULE III DEFLECTION OF BEAMS 9
Slope and deflection at a section-Double Integration and Macaulay's method for
simply supported & cantilever beams with distributed and point loads.
MODULE IV THEORY OF COLUMNS 9
Short - Long Column - Euler's Method & its Limitations - Derivation of Euler's Formula
- Slenderness ratio - Rankin's formula for column, effect of eccentric loading.
MODULE V STATICALLY INDETERMINATE BEAMS 9
Introduction - Determination of degree of statically in determinacy for beams and
frames - concept of Analysis (No problems).
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
*Videos/Graphical representations and site visits should be included in the
course planning
TEXT BOOKS:
1. R.K. Bansal," A Text Book on Strength of Materials", Laxmi Publications, New
Delhi,1994.
2. B.C. Punmia, SMTS-I, "Strength of Materials", Laxmi Publications, New Delhi,
1994.
3. Egor Popov, P., “Engineering Mechanics of Solids”, 2nd Edition, PHI Learning,
New Delhi,2009.
4. Sadhu Singh, “Strength of materials”, 7th Edition, Khanna Publishers, New
Delhi,1999.
5. Kazimi, S.M.A., “Solid Mechanics”, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Co., New
Delhi,2003.
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16th Edition, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi,2002

REFERENCES:
1. M.M. Ratwani & V.N. Vazirani, "Analysis of Structures", Vol. 1, Khanna Publishers -
Delhi,1987.

2. Timoshenko, S.P. and D.H. Young, "Elements of Strength of Materials", Fifth

edition, East West Press,1993.

3. A.R. Jain and B.K.Jain,"Theory and analysis of structures", Vol. 1, Nemchand and
Bros, Roorkee,1987.

4. R.K. Rajput "Strength of Materials", S.Chand & Company Ltd., New Delhi,1996.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: The students learn about shear stress force and bending moment.

CO2: Students understand the behaviour of long and short columns.

CO3: The students learn to find the load bearing capacity of beams and columns in a
building.
CO4: Students gains knowledge on the theory of columns.

CO5: Students understand the concept of inter determinate structure and its analysis.

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BUILDING SERVICES – II 3 0 0 3
SDG:

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
COB1: To introduce the students to the various concepts of air conditioning.
COB2: To expose the students to the indoor & outdoor components in air
conditioning.
COB3: To understand the importance and functioning of fire safety systems.
COB4: To learn about mechanical transportation systems for buildings.
COB5: To enlighten the importance of services in space planning.
MODULE I INTRODUCTION TO AIR CONDITIONING 9
Introduction to A/C conditions - basic of refrigeration systems - Concepts of cooling,
transmission heat load - internal heat gain - concepts of zoning - room air distribution
- types of outlets. HVAC codes and standards (ASHRAE)- Energy efficient
systems, environmental aspects and latest innovations.

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MODULE II AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS AND ITS 9

APPLICATIONS
Design criteria for selection of air conditioning system and its application in small
buildings and large buildings - Configuring/ sizing of mechanical equipment, other
equipment and spaces for them.
MODULE III FIRE SAFETY: DESIGN AND GENERAL 9
GUIDELINES
Principles of fire behaviour, Fire safety design principles _ NBC Planning
considerations in buildings - General guidelines for egress design for Auditoriums,
concert halls, theatres, other building types, accessibility for disabled.
Heat smoke detectors - sprinkler systems, Fire fighting pump and water
requirements, storage - wet risers, Dry rises, Fire extinguishers & cabinets, Fire
protection system & Fire alarm system.
MODULE IV MECHANICAL, COMMUNICATION AND 9
SECURITY SYSTEMS
Lifts and escalators - types and applications. Round trip time for lifts. Design of lift
lobby and vertical transportation core. Conveyors, travelators, dumb waiters. Latest
technologies in vertical transport systems. Integration of lifts and escalators with
building automation systems.
Access control CCTV system. Security and surveillance systems. Telecommunication
and related information technology based facilities.
MODULE V SPACE PLANNING & FACILITY MANAGEMENT 9
Space requirements -Space planning for various air conditioning components
both indoor & outdoor units. Space requirements for the different fire fighting
equipment.
Integrating service requirements into architectural design in an appropriate
typology involving a simple scale & high rise building project through sketches/
conceptual layout and sections/ drawings.
L – 45 ; TOTAL HOURS – 45
* Industrial visits and site visits should be included in the course planning
TEXT BOOKS:
1. SteveDoty & Wayne C.Turner,(2009),"Energy Management Handbook",Seventh
Edition, The Fair mont Press,USA.
2. Ibrahim Dincer & Marc. A. Roren, (2007), "Exergy - Energy, Environment and
Sustainable Development", Elsevier,USA.
3. William H. Severns and Julian R Fellows, 'Air conditioning and Refrigeration', John
Wiley and Sons, London, 1988.
4. National Building Code - Bureau of Indian Standards.
5. 'ISHRAE Handbook for Refrigeration', 2015.
6. George R. Strakosch (Editor), Robert S. Caporale, 'The Vertical Transportation
7.Handbook' 4th Edition, Wiley and Sons, 2010.

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REFERENCES:
1.A.F.C. Sherratt, "Air conditioning and Energy conservation", The Architectural
Press, London,1980
2. Andrew H Buchanan,"Design for firesafety",John Wiley&Sons Ltd.,NewYork.
3. Andrew H Buchanan; 'Structural Design for Fire Safety', Wiley, 2017.
4. Swenson S. Don, 'Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning', American Technical
Publishers, 2003.
5. ISHRAE, 'All about AHUs- Air Handling Units'.
6. CIBSE Guide D, 'Transportation Systems in Buildings', 2015.
7.A.K.Mittal, 'Electrical and Mechanical Services in High Rise Building: Design
and Estimation Manual', CBS, 2012
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: The students are exposed to the various concepts of air conditioning.

CO2: Exposure to different air conditioning systems, their context of use and basics
of planning involved.
CO3: Students gain knowledge on fire safety, security and fire fighting system.

CO4: Students understand the concept of building automation, safety, security and
control systems integrated to building management systems.
CO5: Ability to design building layouts and sections for service integration.

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BUILDING TECHNIQUES & 2 0 3 6
SDG: TECHNOLOGY - III

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: Introduce students to ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

COB2: An understanding of possibilities of steel as an important building
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and glass are equally important in construction industry.

COB4: To understand in detail through working drawings, the various types of
aluminium doors, windows, ventilators, partitions and roofing system as applied
in construction industry.
COB5: Students will learn the use of Non – Ferrous metals in construction
industry.
MODULE I FERROUS METALS & NON FERROUS 9
METALS
Properties and uses of cast iron, wrought iron and steel-market forms of steel-
structural steel, stainless steel, steel alloys - properties and uses - current
developments.
Introduction - Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys- brief study on properties and
uses - Aluminium products extrusions, foils, castings, sheets, etc. brief study of
other non -ferrous metals like copper, bronze, brass, tin and lead, properties and
uses current developments.
MODULE II STEEL IN CONSTRUCTION 15
Structural steel sections - types of connections in steel - steel in foundations,
columns and beams different types of steel roof trusses including north light
truss, space frames materials for roof covering.
MODULE III STEEL IN INTERIORS 18
Steel staircases and handrails, balusters - Doors and windows openable -
Sliding or collapsible gates, rolling shutters. - Steel in furniture and other interior
uses.
MODULE IV ALUMINIUM DOORS,WINDOWS & 18
VENTILATORS
Aluminium doors - Openable, Sliding, Pivoted. Aluminium windows -Openable,
Sliding, Fixed, Pivoted.
Aluminium ventilators-Top hung, Bottom hung, Pivoted, Louvered and Fixed.
Aluminium partitions, False ceiling, Handrails
MODULE V CONSTRUCTION USING NON FERROUS 15
METALS
Aluminium roofing - North-light glazing, Aluminium roofing sheets.
Use of other non-ferrous metals like copper ,bronze ,brass, etc.in architectural
construction
L – 10 ; P – 65 ; TOTAL HOURS –75
Industrial visits and models should be included in the course planning.
TEXT BOOKS:
1. W.B. Mckay,"Building Construction", Vol.1, 2, 3, Longmans,U.K.,1981.

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2. B.C.Punmia, "Building Construction", Lakshmi Publications Pvt. Ltd.,N.Delhi.

3. Gorenc, Tinyou, Syam, 'Steel Designer’s Handbook', CBS Publishers
and Distributors, New Delhi, Bangalore, 2012.
4. P.C Vargheese, 'Building Materials', Prentice Hall of India, 2015.
5. S.K. Duggal, 'Building Materials', New Age International Publishers, 2016.
6. B.C.Punmia et al, 'Building Construction', Laxmi Publications, 2016.
7. Roy Chudley, Roger Greeno, 'Building Construction Handbook', Routledge,
2010.
REFERENCES:
1.Don A.Watson, "Construction Materials and Processes", McGraw Hill
Co.,1972.
2. Alanwerth, "Materials", The Mitchell Pub. Co. Ltd.,London,1986.
3.R.Chudleu, "Building Construction Handbook", British Library Cataloguing in
Publication Data, London,1990.
4.S.C. Rangawala, "Engineering Materials", Charotar Pub. House, Anand,1997.
5. Alan Blanc, 'Architecture and Construction in Steel', E and FN Spon, London,
1993.
6. Allan Brookes, 'Cladding of Buildings', E&FN Spon, London, 1998.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: The students understand the properties and uses of ferrous and non-
ferrous metals.
CO2: Gains knowledge about the principles, methods of construction and
applications of steel in building construction.
CO3: The students will gain knowledge on the application of steel in the
Interiors.
CO4: Students are aware of the progressive achievements of aluminium and its
application in construction industry and current developments.
CO5: Understands the application of Non - ferrous metals in construction
industry by learning their properties
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO – 0 0 12 12

SDG: IV
COURSE OBJECTIVES:

COB1: To create a holistic understanding of the socio-cultural, geographic and

economic aspects that shape the built environment as well as to expose the
students towards the design of simple community oriented buildings.
COB2: An understanding of all the aspects that go into the designing of a building
through study of concepts & philosophies of Architects.
COB3: To understand and involve current materials and construction techniques
in the design.
COB4: To emphasize on the importance of designing built form and open spaces
that meet the aspirations of the community.
COB5: To enable the presentation of concepts through 2D and 3D presentation
including sketches and model.
COURSE OUTLINE:
Scale and Complexity: Projects involving public and community oriented buildings
-multi room, single use, small span, multiple storied, horizontal and vertical
movement; simple public buildings.
AREAS OF FOCUS/ CONCERN:
● community oriented design
● Active cum passive energy
● Architectural form and space
● Concept and Philosophy of Architects
● Image and symbolism
● Integration of services
● Applications of materials in the building industry current developments
TYPOLOGIES/ PROJECT:
Projects that involve studies and design at settlement and building level- noon
meal centre, market, department store, higher secondary school, campus,
students centre, memorial & museum.
P – 225 ; TOTAL HOURS –225
TEXT BOOKS:
1. Joseph De Chiara, Michael J Crosbie, "Time Saver Standards for Building
Types", McGraw Hill Professional 2001.
2. Julius Panero, Martin Zelnik, "Human Dimension and Interior Space", Whitney
Library of Design,1975
3. Joseph De Chiara, Julius Panero, Martin Zelnik, "Time Saver Standards for
Interior Design and Space Planning", McGraw Hill 2001.
4. Ernst Neuferts, "Architects Data", Blackwell 2002
5. Ramsey et al, "Architectural Graphic Standards", Wiley 2000

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6. Steen Eiler Rasmussen, Experiencing Architecture; MIT Press; 1959.

7. Kent C. Bloomer and Charles W. Moore, 'Body, Memory, and
Architecture', Yale University Press, 1977.
REFERENCES:
1. Richard P. Dober, Campus Planning
2. Kanvinde, Campus Planning in India
3. Kevin Lynch, Site planning, MIT Press, Cambridge,1967
4.Sam F. Miller, Design Process: A Primer for Architectural and Interior Design,
Van Nostrand Reinhold,1995.
5. Juhani Pallasmaa, 'The Eyes of the Skin - Architecture and the Senses', John
Wiley: New York,2005.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
CO1: Students gets the ability to understand and design large scale building
projects.
CO2: They will able to solve the design problem functionally and aesthetically.

CO3: Gain knowledge about the design process and its various faces to solve a
design problem in horizontal and vertical manner.
CO4: Ability to ideate, innovate and create meaningful built environment in basic
human situations.
CO5: To express the ideas in the form of 2D representation &3D modelling.
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