Chitkara School of Planning & Architecture, Chitkara University, Punjab, India Syllabus For B.Arch. Classes (Batch 2013-2018 Onwards)

Chitkara School of Planning & Architecture,
Chitkara University, Punjab, India

Syllabus for B.Arch. Classes (Batch 2013-2018 onwards)
SEMESTER 1
Subject Subject Name L/S T P Total C Int. Ext. Total

Code Periods Marks Marks Marks
ARV6101 Architectural Design I 02 00 08 10 6 150 150 300
AR V4103 Building Materials and Construction I 02 00 04 6 4 100 100 200
AR V4105 Architectural Drawing I 02 00 04 6 4 50 50 100
ARV4107 Visual Arts & Architectural Graphics I 02 00 04 6 4 50 50 100
AR L2109 History of Built Environment I 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
AR L3111 Structure Systems and Design I 02 02 00 4 3 50 50 100
AR L2113 Building Services I 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
Total 14 06 16 36 25 500 500 1000
COURSE CONTENT
ARV6101 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – I:

Course Objectives:
 To train students in visual compositions using various elements of design as also to make them
familiar with the purpose and process of architectural design.
Course Content:
1. Introduction to the concept of design in everyday life (3 weeks):
a. Objectives of design; elements of design (line, form, space, texture, colour, etc.);
principles of design (scale, balance, proportion, rhythm, harmony, contrasts, etc.).
b. Exercises in 2D and 3D compositions applying above principles using single and multiple
types of elements.
2. Introduction to architectural design, study of space usage. Measured drawing of simple
architectural spaces (1 week)
3. Study of anthropometrics, scale and proportions, followed by exercises such as design of single
purpose spaces (rooms, toilets, kitchen, etc.) with furniture layout (2 weeks).
4. Design of 2-3 roomed uni-functional buildings such as bachelor's apartment, small office, small
nursery school, restaurant, etc. At least two of such exercises to be completed as well- finished
drawings with models. (8 weeks).
Note:
a. The time mentioned at the end of each of the above topics indicates the tentative time taken to
complete each. The marks for sessional work may be divided accordingly.
b. Suitable time (approx. 1-2 classes/week) may be devoted to techniques of model making.
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ARV4103 -- BUILDING MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION – I

Course Objective
 To familiarize the students with the general characteristics and properties of building materials
used for masonry work as well as construction details of components of a small single -storeyed
building.
Course Content:
Unit I
 Introduction to various components of a building and their structural and functional roles.
 Bricks – Manufacturing, types, sizes, properties and uses.
 Process of rock formation. Various kinds of stones used for building construction, their properties,
applications, etc.
 Mortars and Plasters – Manufacturing process, properties and application of the constituents of
lime and cement mortars and plasters (e.g., lime, surkhi, cement, sand)
Unit II
 Brick Masonry; various types of bonding in walls of varying thickness and various junctions.
 Stone masonry of various types.
 Workshop practice of brick bonds and junctions.
Unit III
 Construction of foundations (brick and stone) for load-bearing and toe walls.
 Damp-proof course, detailing of horizontal & vertical DPC.
 Construction of PCC and terrazzo floors.
 Construction of flat Roof (Tile & Batten, RBC, RCC). Water proofing and thermal insulation of roofs.
Unit IV
 Lintels and arches. Window sills
 Types of doors and windows; Construction details of single and double-leaf panel doors in timber.
 Workshop practice of simple joints used above.
ARV4105 -- ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING – I:

Course Objective
 To familiarise the students with a basic knowledge of good drafting, lettering techniques and
visualization of geometrical forms through plan, elevations & sections.
Course Content
Unit I: Introduction to Architectural Drawing
 Drawing Basic Geometrical Shapes
 Types of lines used in Architectural Drawing, their meaning & purpose
 Lettering techniques
Unit II: Basics of Orthographic Projection
 Orthographic projection -- Definition/meaning
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 Planes of projection
 Projection of points, lines& planes
Unit III: Projections of Solids
 Projection of simple solids (Prisms, Pyramids, Cones and Cylinders).
 Section of solids & hollow solids, including those with various cut-outs in their sides & base
Unit IV: Architectural Drawing of a one-room unit (one bed/study room with attached toilet & kitchen)
 Drawing dimensioned Plans, including furniture layout.
 Drawing elevations
 Drawing sections showing the various building elements.
Note: Coordination with the Architectural Design and Building Construction Studio is desirable for teaching-
learning of this Unit
ARV4107 -- VISUAL ARTS & ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS – I:

Course Objective:
 To learn the techniques of drawing and rendering with pencil in architectural design and graphic
composition.
Course Content:
 This course has a twofold approach. One part of the course aims at familiarizing students with
Visual Arts and its related aspect of architectural studies, primarily through the use of
observational subjects (still life, landscape, trees, figure, etc) while engaging and familiarizing with
the basic mark making tools such as pencil and eventually incorporating color. You will be required
to address specific issues through structured exercises and assignments.
 In addition, while learning the vocabulary of Design student will also explore and investigate the
various Elements (space, form, shape, line, texture, colour, etc) and Principles of Design ( contrast,
harmony, rhythm,proportions, unity, balance, scale). The course broadly aims that the students
appreciate visual form and it grammar and understand design principles and thereby develop a
critical judgement that perceives design as a process grounded into rationales.
 Workshops:
 To impart the practical aspect of 3-D composition, sculpture workshop in clay modeling will be
organised by the concerned teacher.
 Another workshop in pencil rendering will also be organised, highlighting its technique and
styles. The workshop can be organised outdoor or indoor.
ARV2109 -- HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT - I:

Course Objective:
 To understand the role of geo-physical, societal, political and technological factors in the evolution
of architectural and urban form and, to develop a holistic approach to architecture as an integral
component of the built environment.
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Course Content
Unit-I
 Definition and scope of Architecture. Interdependence of various components of the built
environment. Need for a holistic approach.
 Man’s early/prehistoric attempts to colonise and personalise space. Examples of early shelters,
Stonehenge, tumuli, etc. as expression of man’s physical and spiritual needs
 Determinants of Built Form - geo-physical, societal, political and technological, etc. Global
examples of vernacular architecture.
 Introduction to the River Valley Civilizations. Comparative study of different manifestations
with reference to location, materials and techniques, socio-cultural influences and other
contextual factors
Unit-II
 Egyptian Civilization: Concept of the Royal Necropolis, locational context and architectural
characteristics of public buildings, e.g. mastabas, pyramids and temples(rock-cut & structural)
-one example of each type to be chosen. Worker’s settlement- city of Kahun.
 Mesopotamian Civilization; the urban context and architecture of public buildings (ziggurats
and palaces). Examples of the city and Ziggurat of Ur, city and palace and of Khorsabad.
Unit-III
 Indus Valley Civilization: Form of the Harappan City, location and role of public buildings.
 Architecture of the typical Harappan dwelling, Granary and Bath.
 The Vedic Village, Building typology and construction
NOTE: Analysis of architectural style/building typology must include functional, constructional/structural

and ornamentation aspects
ARL3111-- STRUCTURE SYSTEMS & DESIGN – I

Course Objectives:
 To understand the basic principles of Structural Mechanics, so that it forms the basis for study of
Structural Design in subsequent semesters.
Course Content:
Unit – I: Laws of Forces, Moments and their applications
 Force, units and characteristics of a force, representation of forces, Types and classification of
forces, free body diagram, force systems, types of coplanar force systems, resultant force,
composition and resolution of forces, laws of forces.
 Resultant of several coplanar concurrent forces. Lami’s theorem. Equilibrium conditions for bodies
under coplanar concurrent forces, Equilibrant.
 Concept of moment, characteristics of a moment, resultant moment, concept of a couple.
Verignon’s theorem, Equilibrium of rigid bodies.
 Resultant of several coplanar non-concurrent parallel / non-parallel forces.
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 Numerical problems based on above topics.

Unit– II: Center of Gravity and Moment of Inertia
 Concept of centre of gravity and centroid. Determination of centroid of plane geometrical figures
with and without holes / removed areas by method of moments only.
 Concept of Moment of inertia (second moment of area), theorem of parallel axis and theorem of
perpendicular axis, radius of gyration. To calculate moment of inertia of laminas of Square,
Rectangle, Triangle, Circular, T, L and I shapes with and without holes / removed areas.
Unit – III: Bending Moment and Shear Force
 Concept of a beam, types of supports, loads. Types of beams. Free body diagram of beams.
Calculation of reactions of simply supported, cantilever and over hanging beams subjected to point
loads and uniformly distributed loads only.
 Concept of Bending Moment and Shear Force. B.M. and S.F. diagrams for simply supported,
cantilever and over hanging beams subjected to point loads and uniformly distributed loads.
 Relation between Bending Moment, Shear Force and Load
Unit – IV: Bending Stresses
 Theory of simple bending, derivation of bending equation. Moment of resistance. Section modulus.
Principle of super-position. Calculation of bending stresses in simply supported and cantilever
beams subjected to uniformly distributed loads only.
Unit – V: Analysis of Perfect Frames
 Types of pin jointed frames. Assumptions in computing the forces in members of a perfect frame.
Analysis of perfect frames by method of joints.
 Introduction to Method of sections and Graphical method.
ARL2113 -- BUILDING SERVICES – I

Course Objective:
 To explain the role of Building Services in designing the built environment and introduce students
to the basic services required in a small single-storeyed building.
Course Content
Unit-I:
 Introduction to definition and meaning of “Building Services” and “Service Infrastructure in relation
to various scales of the built environment.
 Various services required in contemporary buildings and the role of the architect in providing for
these
Unit-II
 Introduction to the basic services such as Water Supply, Sewerage and Electrical Services
required in a single storeyed residential building.
Unit III
 Details of essential fittings and fixtures required in a single storeyed residential building
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SEMESTER 2

ARV6102 Architectural Design - II 01 01 08 10 6 150 100 250
ARV4104 Building Materials & Construction - II 01 01 04 06 4 75 75 150
ARV3106 Architectural Drawing - II 01 01 04 06 3 50 50 100
ARL2108 History of Built Environment- II 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
ARL3110 Structure Systems & Design - II 02 02 00 04 3 50 50 100
ARV3112 Visual Arts & Arch. Graphics - II 01 00 03 04 3 50 50 100
ARV2114 Computer Apps. in Architecture - I 02 02 00 04 2 100 -- 100
ARV2116 Building Services - II 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
Total 12 07 19 38 24 575 425 1000
COURSE CONTENT
ARV6102 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – II:

Course Objective:
This semester is seen as an extension of the previous, with students strengthening their skills of designing
all aspects of single storeyed, uni-functional and multi-functional buildings. Special emphasis is given to
enable an understanding of the role of site planning, the relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces,
as well as the interdependence of form, function, building materials and structure and the integration of
building services in the process of architectural design.
Course Content
1. Lectures (with suitable case examples) on basics of Site Planning, the importance of visual and
functional relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces, as well as the interdependence of form,
function, building materials and structure.
2. Exercises of design of simple, single-storeyed buildings with focus on site planning, the relationship
between indoor and outdoor spaces. (3 weeks)
3. Exercises of design simple, form-oriented, multi-cellular structures whereby students can explore
relationship between form, building materials and structural systems (2 weeks)
4. Comprehensive design of single-storeyed, multi-functional buildings involving principles of site
planning, relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces integrating considerations of building
materials, structures and services. The problem should be attempted in 4 developmental stages (7
weeks).
Note:
a. The time mentioned at the end of each of the above topics indicates the tentative time taken to
b. Suitable time (approx. 1-2 classes/week) may be devoted to techniques of model making.
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ARV4104 -- BUILDING MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION – II

Course Objective:
 This semester is seen as an extension of the previous, with students strengthening their
understanding of all aspects of construction of single storeyed masonry buildings. In addition,
students would be introduced to traditional construction methods of a single storeyed building in
timber with sloping roof.
Course Content
UNIT-I
 Section through a single-storeyed brick masonry building, showing details of construction of
foundations, damp-proofing, flooring, internal and external wall finishes, doors and windows, sills,
lintels and chajjas, roofing with water-proofing and insulation.
UNIT-II
 Joinery work: Various types of doors and windows in timber
 Workshop practice for joints in timber used above.
UNIT-III
 Introduction to the nature and characteristics of wood construction, its advantages and limitations.
 Walls in timber: Various types of timber frame walls, with details of joints and cladding, Dhajji walls
or other similar traditional constructions.
 Windows and Doors in timber-frame Walls.
 Foundations of Timber Posts.
UNIT-IV
 Flooring: Various types of timber floors & their construction methods. Floor finishes for timber floors
 Roofing: Various Types of timber roofs and their construction methods. Roof coverings using
AC/CGI sheets.
 Gutters, Ridge and Valley detail
ARV3106 -- ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING – II:

Course Objective
 To enable students to acquire a better understanding of the 3-D through isometric views,
perspective drawing and sciography.
Course Content
UNIT-I
 Intersection of solids - Intersection of a square prism and a square-prism, Intersection of a cylinder
and a cylinder, Intersection of a cylinder and a square prism, Intersection of a cylinder and a cone,
Intersection of a cone and a square prism
UNIT-II
 Isometric views of single and multiple, simple geometric solids
 Conversion of isometric views into orthographic projections.
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UNIT-III
 Two point Perspectives of simple and complex objects leading to perspectives of building forms
using the conventional plan method.
 One point perspective using plan method of simple and complex objects leading to perspectives of
building forms.
UNIT-IV
 Sciography: Sciography of points, lines, planes of different shapes, simple solids
 Sciography of building elements like Recesses projections of different shapes, Stairs/ramps,
Colonnades, etc.
 Application of Sciography to a simple building designed in Semester 1
ARL2108 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT - II:

Course Objective
of architectural and urban form and, to develop a holistic approach to architecture as an integral
component of the built environment.
Course Content
UNIT-I
 Greek Civilization: Historical, geographical, political and cultural context. Greek towns, location
and characteristics of typical civic spaces such as Agora, Acropolis, Theatres, etc.
 Significant characteristics of Greek Architecture such as Materials, Construction Systems, System
of Proportioning, Greek Orders, Optical Corrections, etc. Architecture of Greek temples-
Parthenon,Athens.
UNIT-II
 Roman Civilization. Historical, geographical, political and cultural context. Roman Castrum Towns.
Concept of Rome as a Capital city. The Roman Forum
 Significant characteristics of Roman Architecture. Concept of Monumentality, Materials &
Construction Systems, Roman Orders.
 Building analysis - Colosseum, Thermae, Basilicas, Aquaducts, Pantheon Rome, The Roman
Villa– their form, scale and constructional/structural systems.
UNIT-III
 Buddhist settlements in India. Socio-political factors in selection of sites of Buddhist Architecture.
University Towns in northern plains and monastic establishments on Western Ghats.
 Building typology – Stupas, Chaityas and Viharas. Suitable examples from each geographical
context to illustrate differences in form, construction methods and ornamentation.
NOTE: Analysis of architectural style/building typology must include functional, constructional/Structural

and ornamentation aspects.
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ARL3110 -- STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS & DESIGN – II

Course Objectives:
 To understand the principles of structural design of Masonry and Timber Structures. Structural
behavior of Bulk Active Structures.
Course Content:
UNIT – I (Brick Masonry Structures)
 Brick Pillar / Brick Wall Foundations: - Design of foundations for Brick masonry Pillar and load
bearing brick masonry wall carrying axial loads. Depth of footings by Rankin’s formula
 Design of Brick masonry Pillar and load bearing brick masonry wall carrying axial loads as per IS:
1905.
UNIT – II (Brick Masonry Retaining Walls)
 Active earth pressure, Rankin’s formula for active earth pressure (No Derivation). To check the
stability of masonry retaining walls against over turning and sliding while retaining dry or moist, fully
or partly submerged soils. Retaining walls may be subjected to super loading (UDL) over the soil
and may be soil surcharged retaining walls.
UNIT – III (Timber Structures)
 Timber Beams - Design of simply supported rectangular section timber beam subjected to
uniformly distributed load as per provisions of IS 883.
 Timber Columns - Design of Solid timber columns subjected to axial load as per provisions of IS:
883
UNIT – IV (Timber Roof Truss)
 Tension and Compression Members -- Design of solid compression and tension members of a
Timber Truss as per provisions of IS 883 including reversal of stresses.
UNIT – V (Structure Systems)
 Loads and Structure Systems.
 Bulk Active Structures - Beams
- Types of supports and types of beams.
 , Structural Characteristics of beams.
- Factors affecting load carrying capacity of beams.
- Shear stress in beams.
- Deflection of beams..
- Rectangular and Skew Grids.
Note: - Use of IS: 1905- 1987 (Reaffirmed 1998) and IS 883 -1994(Reaffirmed 2005) is permitted in
External Exam.
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ARV4111 -- VISUAL ARTS & ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS – II:

Course Objective:
 To practice rendering with pen and ink for architectural views
 To appreciate the role of different colours in presentation and rendering techniques in architectural
design.
 The students will learn to see visual art as an important element of architectural space and design.
Course Content:
 Colour Pencil sketching, introduction of water colours, poster colours, crayons and their tonal
values
 Study of primary colours, secondary colours, intermediate colours in the form of compositions
 Interaction of Colour and Visual design; Role of Colour in Architectural presentations
 Rendering of Architectural Views with Pen and Ink
 Art intervention (both 2d & 3d art forms) in space intervention in space enhancement
Workshops
 Workshop on Clay Tiles for Mural to be conducted for two days
ARV2114 -- COMPUTER APPLICATION IN ARCHITECTURE - I

Course Objective:
 To understand and practice advanced techniques for the idea exploration, visualization and
communication using Microsoft Office and Google Sketchup, with the primary focus being on the
creation of objects via computer modeling in sketchup.
Course Content:
Unit –I:
 Microsoft Office - Introduction to Data Entry & Data Retrieval, Introduction to MS-Office and its
components, Understanding need and usage of Word,
 Preparing worksheets and charts using Excel,
 Preparation of presentation using PowerPoint,
 Preparation of charts, graphs, tables, Import, export and other tools used to compile reports,
 Brief introduction to Access and Outlook;
Unit-II:
 Google Sketchup - Introduction to Sketch Up - The fundamental tools, understanding How Sketch
Up Works, Mass Modelling versus Over-Modelling,
 Groups and Components, How to Work with Multiples and Nesting, Working With Circles and Arcs,
Cutting sections through solids,
 Textures and Materials, Importing into Sketch Up from CAD, The Cumulative Model Method,
Exporting from Sketch Up,
 Working with Text and Dimensions
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ARV2116 -- BUILDING SERVICES – II

Course Objective:
 To explain the role of Building Services in designing the built environment and fully acquaint
students with the Water Supply, Sewerage and Rain Water Disposal systems and fixtures required
in a small single-storeyed building.
Course Content:
UNIT-I
 Sources of Water Supply, Water Treatment Plants, Water distribution Systems
 Water supply systemsof single storeyed residential buildings: Water storage and supply systems
for domesticuse.hot and cold water supply layouts
UNIT-II:
 Fittings and Fixtures for domestic toilets
 Fittings and Fixtures for domestic kitchens
 Sanitary fittings, types of pipes and drains in different materials and usage. Inspection and
intercepting chambers and their details.
UNIT-III:
 Waste Disposal -- Drainage and Sewerage System
 Waste water disposal- carriage systems,
 Storm water drainage,
UNIT-IV:
 Exercise for incorporating layout of services in a project completed in the Architectural Design
Studio
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SEMESTER 3

AR V8201 Architectural Design III 06 00 04 10 8 150 100 250
AR V4203 Building Materials and Construction 02 00 04 6 4 100 100 200
III
AR V3205 Architectural Drawing III 00 02 04 6 3 50 50 100
AR L2207 History of Built Environment III 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
AR L2209 Structure Systems and Design III 00 04 00 4 2 50 50 100
AR L2211 Computer Applications in Architecture 00 00 04 4 2 50 - 50
II
AR L2213 Building Services III 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
AR L2215 Climate Responsive Architecture I 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
Total 14 06 16 36 25 550 450 1000
DETAILED COURSE CONTENT
ARV8201 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – III:

Course Objectives:
 To train students for undertaking designs of 2-storeyed buildings, emphasising vertical circulation,
structures and services.
 Design of small campuses, including management of vehicular & pedestrian circulation,
landscaping, relationship of buildings, open spaces, etc.
 Introduction to needs of ‘special’ people
Course Content:
 Part 1:Lectures (with case examples) on design aspects of 2-storeyed, load bearing buildings, with
special emphasis on vertical circulation, building services and structural aspects
 Part 2: (Duration 3 weeks): Design of a small 2-storeyed uni-functional building with a load-bearing
structure such as a house, hostel block, office, restaurant, etc.
 Part 3: (Duration 9 weeks):
i. Lectures on campus design, including circulation system, relationship of buildings, etc.;
ii. Comprehensive design of a small campus for ‘special’ children / adults (with 2-storeyed
buildings), including site planning and detailed design of school buildings.Special attention
to be paid to aspects of structures and building services.
Note:
c. The time mentioned at the end of each of the above topics indicates the tentative time taken to
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ARV4203-- BUILDING MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION – III

Course Objectives:
 To impart training for construction of 2-4 storeyed load-bearing buildings in masonry
 To acquaint students with construction details for basic toilets and kitchens
Course Content:
Unit 1: Building Materials:
 Concrete and RCC as building materials, their characteristics, preparation and application
 Materials used for internal walls and floors of toilets and kitchens.
Unit 2: Staircases:
 Introduction to staircases, their constituent elements, and design. Various types of staircases
 Design and Construction of Single flight and dog-leg staircases in timber and RCC
Unit 3: Toilets and Kitchens:
 Design and Construction of basic toilets and kitchens, including fittings, finishes and services;
Unit 4: Application
 Sections through a 2-4 storeyed load-bearing, flat roofed building, showing details of toilets,
staircases, external & internal walls, floors (ground, internal), roof, etc.
 Note: Students should use a project completed in the semester’s Design Studio for this
exercise, with the Sections relating properly to plans and elevations of the concerned building.
AR V3205 -- ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING – III:

Course Objectives:
 To consolidate students’ skills of drawing perspectives and sciography.
 To impart training in making technically correct and visually appropriate architectural drawings for
various purposes.
Course Content:
Unit 1:
 Introduction to various types of drawings (presentation drawings, construction / working
drawings, etc.) used in architectural practice.
 Scale in architectural drawing & its application
 Methods / conventions of preparing various types of drawings – line weights, dimensioning
systems, materials’ notation, labeling, etc.
 Samples of presentation & construction drawings (in pencil, no colour) of a single room unit
Unit 2:
 Two-point perspective of a simple building form using grid method and thumb rules.
 One-point perspective of a building interior using thumb rules.
Unit 3:
 Sciography in perspectives of geometrical forms
 Sciography in perspective of a building designed in Semester 2
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Unit 4:
 Complete set of presentation drawings (in pencil, no colour) for a building designed in Semester
2. The drawings would include the Site Plan, Ground Floor Plan, one Section, one Elevation, and
perspectives views with sciography
AR L2207 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT - III:

Course Objectives:
To understand the role of geo-physical, societal, political and technological factors in the evolution of
architectural and urban form and, to develop a holistic approach to architecture as an integral component of
the built environment.
Course Content:
Unit 1:
 Townplanning in Ancient India - Principles as per ancient texts
 Evolution of Hindu Architecture. Rock-cut and structural forms.
 Various styles of Hindu Temples – Dravidian, Indo-Aryan (Orissa, Khajuraho, Gujarat and
West India). Functional components, architectural form, construction and ornamentation.
 Architecture of Jain Temples in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
 Temple towns of South India (Madurai, Srirangam)
Unit 2:
 Development of Church plan during the Early Christian period. Functional components,
construction and architectural character. Examples of basilican and centralized churches
 Byzantine Churches. Basis of architectural form, structural systems, techniques of construction
and ornamentation. Detailed analysis of Santa Sophia. Byzantine Churches in Greece and
Russia.
Unit 3:
 Evolution of Romanesque architecture. Changes in church plan, elevational features and
structural systems. Development of Romanesque vaulting.
 Characteristics of Romanesque churches in Italy, France and Germany. Comparative analysis
of representative examples.
AR L2209 -- STRUCTURE SYSTEMS & DESIGN – III

Course Objectives:
 To understand the principles of structural design of Steel Structures. Structural behavior of Slabs,
Columns and Vector active Structures.
Course Content:
Unit 1:
 Introduction to Structural steel. Designation of structural steel sections as per BIS handbook,
Steel Tables and IS 800
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 Analysis & Design of Simply supported single section restrained roof steel beams subjected to
UDL as per IS 800
 To discuss structural behavior of Purlins, Plate girders and Box girders (Descriptive only NO
NUMERICALS)
Unit 2: Structural Steel Connections
 Riveted Connections:Types of rivets, permissible stresses in rivets, types of riveted joints,
.Failure of a riveted joint. Assumptions in the theory of riveted joints. Strength & efficiency of a
riveted joint. Design of riveted joints for axially loaded members. (No Staggered riveting).
 Welded Connections:Types of welds & welded joints, advantages & disadvantages of welded
joints, design of fillet & butt weld.
Unit 3:
 Analysis & Design of single/double angle Tension membersof a roof truss with riveted and
welded connections.
 Analysis & Design of single/double angle Compression members(strut) of a roof truss with
riveted and welded connections.
 Reversal of Stresses
 Analysis & Design of Single section steel Column.
 Analysis & Design of Built up steel columns with single lacing.
Unit 4:
 Types of Column bases and Seated and Framed Column Beam connections (Descriptive only,
NO NUMERICALS).
Unit 5 (Structure Systems):
 Bulk Active Structures:
i. Slabs one – way, Two – way and Cantilever: load dispersion, deflected profile and
internal forces / stresses under the action of uniformly distributed load.
ii. Columns: Effective length, Short and Slender columns, Factors affecting load carrying
capacity of columns.
iii. Portal Frames: Stiffness of fixed and hinged members, The Distribution Theorem (No
proof). Structural action of portal frames under gravity loads & horizontal forces.
 Vector Active Structures:
i. Trusses: General principles, Types, Concepts of various methods of analysis, Secondary
stresses. Various shapes of trusses for different spans.
ii. Space truss, Comparison of Plane and Space Trusses.
Note: Use of Steel Tables and IS: 800 – 1984 (Reaffirmed 1998) and Steel tables is permitted in External
Examination.
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AR L2211-- COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE - II

Course Objectives:
 To introduce students to the essential core topics for working with AutoCAD.
 To enable the student to create and edit simple 2D and 3D drawings through hands-on exercises.
Course Content:
The coursework shall cover the following aspects: Introduction to AutoCAD and its workspace; Basics of
2D, organizing drawings and creating details; Basics of 3D modelling and rendering; Setting up sheets for
plotting. Practical understanding of concepts to be imparted through development of a portfolio in AutoCAD
of any single storey design project.
Unit 1: Understanding the role of AutoCAD and its Workspace
 Introduction to AutoCAD workspace and user interface
 Precision drawing using basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools
 Organizing drawing objects on layers and saving options
Unit 2: Basics of 2D Precision Drafting
 Basic of creating and inserting reusable blocks and symbols
 Adding text, hatch and dimensions to drawings
 Working in model space and paper space – basics and differences
Unit 3: Basics of 3D Modelling and Rendering
 Introduction to 3D user coordinate system and multi viewports
 Solid models and surface meshes generation
 Elementary rendering, assigning materials, lighting and output generation
Unit 4: Plotting Basics
 Configuring templates, layouts, viewports and drawing properties
 Setting up for plotting in model tab
Online Certification: Autodesk Professional Level Certification Examination
AR L2213-- BUILDING SERVICES – III

Course Objectives:
 To acquaint students with all essential basic services required for 2-4 storeyed buildings.
 To familiarize students with methods of designing artificial illumination for residential and
educational buildings and fixtures required for the same.
Course Content:
Unit 1:
 Water supply, sewerage, waste disposal, etc for 2-4 storeyed buildings (consolidation and
extension of syllabus covered in previous semesters);
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 Rainwater disposal systems

 Concepts of Rainwater Harvesting
Unit 2:
 Electrical services - Sources of electrical energy, electrical materials such as conductors,
insulators, electrical cables, control equipment, safety devices; regulations for electrification of
buildings; electrical wiring system,
 Illumination - Concepts & considerations for artificial lighting; types of indoor and outdoor
lighting required for small residential and educational buildings.
Unit 3:
 Exercise – Design for electrical services and lighting & illumination for a small residential or
educational project completed in Design Studio.
AR L2215 – CLIMATE RESPONSIVE ARCHITECTURE – I

Course Objectives:
 To acquaint students with the concept of climate as a significant determinant of built form.
 Familiarization with the science of “Building Climatology” and climate-controlling devices.
Course Content:
Unit 1:
 Introduction to the concept and need for “Climate Responsive Architecture”, role of climate with
respect to shelter, importance of studying Building Climatology.
 Movement of earth around the sun, change of seasons, global climatic zones. Definition of
weather, climate, elements of climate, interrelationship of climatic elements and psychometric
chart.
 Climatic zones in India and the design of indigenous / vernacular shelters in each of the zones.
Unit 2:
 Definition and explanation of thermal comfort, relationship of climatic elements with thermal
comfort, thermal stress index, bio climatic chart.
 Heat exchange between building and environment (qualitative aspect only), thermal properties of
materials, thermal properties of building elements, solar gain factor, solair temperature.
 Solar chart and its importance ,understanding the movement of sun across the sky, importance
of understanding the optimum orientation and building form in different climatic zones, concept of
shading devices.
Unit 3:
 Design of horizontal and vertical shading devices.
 Air movement inside buildings
 Microclimatic factors – influence of various factors at regional and local scales
 Brief introduction to passive design measures for climate control.
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SEMESTER 4

AR V9202 Architectural Design IV 06 00 04 16 9 150 100 250
AR V4204 Building Materials and 02 00 04 6 4 75 75 150
Construction IV
AR V2214 Computer Applications in 00 00 04 4 2 75 25 100
Architecture III
AR L2204 History of Built Environment 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
IV
AR L2210 Structure Systems and 00 04 00 4 2 50 50 100
Design IV
AR L2218 Building Services IV 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
AR L2220 Climate Responsive 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
Architecture II
AR L2222 Surveying and Levelling 02 00 00 2 2 50 50 100
Total 14 06 16 38 25 550 450 1000
AR V9202 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – IV:

Course Objectives:
 To impart training for undertaking comprehensive design of a group of 4-storeyed buildings (frame
structure, no lifts), with consideration of site planning, structures, services and all other aspects
covered in previous semesters.
 To inculcate the habit of considering climate responsiveness as an integral part of architectural
design
Course Content:
 Project 1: Design of a small group of 4-storeyed apartments / officers' training centre, etc. in and
around Chandigarh, including site planning and detailed design of individual blocks. (Duration:
Around 7 weeks, including MST 1)
 Introduction to the project must be accompanied by lectures on (i) Design aspects of 4-
storeyed buildings with frame structures, with special emphasis on vertical circulation,
building services and structural aspects; (ii) Illustrated Lectures with case examples of best
possible of 4-storeyed group housing / officers' training centre, etc. in India and abroad.
 Project 2:Design of asmall resort / cultural centre / traditional crafts centre, etc. in India's desert
(hot-arid) or coastal (hot-humid) zones. (Duration: Around 7 weeks, including MST 2/3)
 Introduction to the project must be accompanied by lectures on Passive Design
Techniques for various the concerned climatic zones, including case examples.
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 Special attention to be paid to aspects of climatic responsiveness, besides those related to

structures, building services.
Note:
 The time mentioned at the end of each of the above topics indicates the tentative time taken to
ARV4204 -- BUILDING MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION – IV

Course Objectives:
 To impart training for construction of 4-storeyed frame structures in RCC and masonry
 To acquaint students with materials and methods of construction of key components of interiors
Course Content:
Unit 1: Building Materials:
 Revision of "Concrete and RCC as building materials, their characteristics, and application."
 Infill walls of brick and various products, such as hollow blocks, light weight concrete blocks,
glass bricks, etc.
 Ferrous and non- ferrous metals, Polymeric materials, Glass, Ceramic, clay products and their
architectural applications;
 Various types of finishes for floors and their fixing details;
 Cladding of interior and exterior walls
Unit 2: Construction of Frame-structures in RCC
 Complete construction details of columns and beams in RCC
 Design and Construction of simple dog-leg, open well staircases for 4-storeyed frame structure
in RCC
 Design and construction of basic toilets in a multi-storeyed frame structure, including fittings,
finishes and services
Unit 3: Detailing of Interiors
 Sliding & Sliding-folding doors in timber;
 Design, detailing and construction of wardrobes and cabinets.
Unit 4: Application
 Sections and details through a 4 storeyed frame structure, flat roofed building, showing details
of toilets, staircases, external & internal walls, floors (ground, internal), roof, etc.
 Note: Students should use a project completed in the semester’s Design Studio for this
exercise, with the Sections relating properly to plans and elevations of the concerned building.
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AR V2214 -- COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE – III (REVIT ESSENTIALS)

Course Objectives:
 To familarise student with the concepts of Building Information Modelling (BIM), through essential
fundamentals of Revit.
 To introduce the concepts and tools for parametric building design and documentation within Revit
Architecture.
 To impart thorough understanding through hands on experience.
Course Content: Practical understanding of concepts to be imparted through development of a portfolio in

Revit Architecture of any single storey design project.
Unit 1: Understanding the Scope of Revit Architecture and BIM
 Introduction to BIM and Revit concepts
 Difference between Revit and AutoCAD
 Introduction to multiple user interfaces like workspace, toolbars, properties and navigation
Unit 2: Basics of 2D and 3D Modelling
 Basic of creating walls, floors, roofs, levels, grids, columns and stairs
 Basics of creating custom doors and windows
 Viewing Interface – duplicating, zooming and steering Wheel
Unit 3: Creating and Adding Features
 Modelling and Bi-directional Associativity
 Creating and adding views and basic families such as furniture and equipment
 Creating advanced families and libraries
Unit 4: Introduction to Revit Work Flow
 Managing a project in Revit Work Flow - Configuring templates and standards
 Introduction to text, dimensions, details, tags and schedules
 Setting up sheets for plotting
AR L2204 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT – IV:

Course Objectives:
of architectural and urban form
 to develop a holistic approach to architecture as an integral component of the built environment.
Course Content:
UNIT-I
 Development of Medieval European Towns. Architectural and urban elements and their
interrelationship.
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 Characteristics of the Gothic Cathedral. Changes in functional, visual and structural elements as
compared to Romanesque period. Case examples.
 Comparison of Gothic Churches in France and England.
UNIT-II
 Introduction of Islam in India. New building types, structural and ornamentation systems.
Significance of civic architecture.
 Evolution of Indo-Islamic Architecture. Various styles - Sultanate, Provincial (Jaunpur, Bengal,
Malwa, Bijapur, Gujrat) and Mughal. Role of socio-political, economic, geographic and
technological factors in shaping their structural and stylistic characteristics. Significant examples to
trace development of the Tomb and the Mosque in each case.
UNIT-III
 Civic Architecture in Medieval India. Responsiveness to climatic and other locational factors.
Examples of individual structures (such as Hauz Khas, Jahaj Mahal), Mughal Palaces (Agra Fort,
Fatehpur Sikri, Shahjahanabad Fort), Rajput Forts( Orchha, Datia).
 Town of Medieval India - Jaisalmer, Shahjahanabad and Jaipur
AR L2210 -- STRUCTURE SYSTEMS & DESIGN – IV

Course Objectives:
 To understand the principles of design of RCC structures and Structural Behavior of Form Active
Structures- Cable, Arch and Folded Plates.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Introduction:
 Concept of reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) Reinforcement Materials:
o Suitability of Steel as reinforcing material;
o Properties of mild steel and HYSD steel
 Working Stress Method: - Theory of R.C.C Beams:
o Assumptions in the theory of Working Stress Method
o Flexural Strength of a singly reinforced RCC beam
o Position of the neutral axis, concept of balanced, under reinforced & over reinforced
sections
o Moment of Resistance of balanced, under reinforced & over reinforced sections
 Shear and Bond as per IS: 456 – 2000 (Working Stress Method);
o Shear strength of concrete without shear reinforcement
o Maximum shear stress, Minimum shear reinforcement
o Shear reinforcement – Vertical Stirrups and bent up bars -- Bond and Development Length
 Permissible bond stress for plain & deformed bars in working stress method
 Development Length for bars
 Anchorage value of standard bend and hook
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Unit 2: Rectangular RCC Beams, Singly & doubly reinforced including Cantilever Beam
 Analysis and Design of simply supported singly reinforced rectangular RCC beam including design
for shear reinforcement by Working Stress Method and sketching of reinforcement details.
 Theory, Analysis and Design of singly reinforced Cantilever rectangular RCC beam including
design for shear reinforcement by Working Stress Method and sketching of reinforcement details.
 Theory, Analysis and Design of simply supported doubly reinforced rectangular RCC beam
including design for shear reinforcement by Working Stress Method and sketching of reinforcement
details.
Unit 3:One Way and Cantilever Slabs
 Theory and Design of:
o Simply supported One-way RCC slab by Working Stress Method and sketching of
reinforcement details.
o Cantilever RCC slab by Working Stress Method and sketching of reinforcement details.
Unit 4:Simply Supported Two Way Slab & Square / Rectangular Short & Long Columns
 Theory and Design of Simply supported Two-way RCC slabs by Working Stress Method by use of
coefficients from Annex D of IS 456 – 2000 and sketching of reinforcement details.
 Theory and Design of Short and Slender (Long) Square/ Rectangular RCC columns by Working
Stress Method and sketching of reinforcement details.
Unit 5 (Structure Systems):Form Active Structures:
 Cable Structures: Funicular Polygon, Catenary, relation between tension and sag:a) Suspension
bridges – Deck Type, Cable Stayed and Self anchored bridges b) Cable Roofs – Polygonal cable
roof, Bicycle Wheel and cable suspended cantilever roof.
 Arch Structures:- Basic concepts of rise, horizontal thrust, Variation of arch thrust with
rise.a) Roman, Gothic and Arabic arches. Flying buttress, Bridge structures. b) Arched Roofs –
Barrel roof, Diagonal arch roof, Radial arch roof, Lamella roof.
 Folded Plates: Structural action of folded plate roofs.
Note: Use of IS 456 – 2000, Plain and Reinforced Concrete – Code of Practice to be permitted in External
Examination.
AR L2218 -- BUILDING SERVICES – IV

Course Objectives:
 To introduce students to the specialized nature of services in multistoreyed buildings
 To bring in an awareness of means and methods used to prevent and mitigate fire hazards in
buildings
Course Content:
Unit 1:
 Concept and design of Mechanical Transportation Systems for vertical circulation
 Study of and design considerations for lifts and escalators.
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 Analytical case studies of existing multistoreyed buildings wrt mechanical vertical circulation
Unit 2:
 Water Supply systems in multistoreyed buildings
 Waste Disposal systems in multistoreyed buildings
 Analytical case studies of existing multistoreyed buildings wrt watersupply and waste disposal.
Unit 3:
 Introduction to "Fire Protection in Buildings", Bye-Laws and building regulations
 Fire Suppression systems, Fire detection and alarm systems, Fire - fighting systems,
 Fire retarding Materials and construction details of various structural elements used for Preventing,
Retarding and fighting fires, etc.
AR L2220 – CLIMATE RESPONSIVE ARCHITECTURE – II

Course Objective:
 To make students familiar with the meaning and present-day relevance of sustainable, environment
friendly, energy-conscious, climate-responsive and green buildings.
 To create awareness of the use of passive design methods for creating bioclimatic comfort both in
traditional/vernacular as well as contemporary built environment.
 To train students in the design of climate-responsive architecture
Course Content:
Unit 1:
 Concepts of Energy and other non-renewable sources, their use in the construction industry
and implications for the natural environment. Concepts of embodied energy. Energy use in
Buildings: passive and active energy systems. The need for low-energy and bioclimatic design
 Introduction to meaning of terms such as ‘sustainable’, ‘environment friendly’, ‘energy
conscious’, ‘green’, ‘climate responsive’ as applied to architecture and building design. The
prime role of climate-responsive architecture in conserving energy.
Unit 2:
 Basic objectives, concepts and principles of design for bioclimatic comfort.
 General introduction to passive methods of creating bioclimatic comfort in various climatic
zones, through urban planning, urban design, building design, building materials and
construction methods, use of landscape elements, etc.
 Case examples of traditional / vernacular urban design, building design & technology from
various climatic regions around the world.
Unit 3:
 Introduction to the use of alternative energy systems (solar energy, wind energy) in
contemporary times. Various applications.
 Introduction to contemporary passive design methods and technologies used in various
climatic zones, with suitable case examples.
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AR L2222 – SURVEYNG AND LEVELLING

OBJECTIVES
 To bring about an awareness of role of surveying in architectural and planning of projects and to
make the students conversant with the commonly used techniques of surveying
CONTENTS
UNIT – I: Introduction
 Object and uses of Surveying; General principles of surveying; Types of Surveying: Plane
surveying and geodetic surveying; Classification of surveying based on instruments used.
 Chain Surveying: Principle of Chain surveying. Instruments used for chain survey; Well-
conditioned and ill conditioned triangles; Terms used in chain surveying; Operations in chain
surveying: Ranging, reciprocal ranging, chaining; Offsetting; Obstacles in Chaining. Chaining on
sloping ground, Error in length due to incorrect chain length; Recording field notes and Plotting
Chain survey.
UNIT – II: Surveying
 Compass Surveying: Introduction to compass survey and its suitability/unsuitability; Description of
Prismatic compass; Bearing of a line, Designation of bearings, Fore and Back bearings;
Calculation of angles from bearing and calculation of bearings from angles; Local attraction and
calculation of true bearings; Compass Traversing: open and closed traverse; Closing error and its
graphical adjustment.
 Plane Table Surveying:Principle of Plane Table Surveying; Advantages and disadvantages of
Plane Table Surveying; Equipment used for Plane Table Surveying; Orientation and procedure for
setting up Plane Table over a station; Methods of Plane Table Surveying; Two point problem and
Three point problem.
UNIT – III:
 Levelling: Description of Dumpy & Tilting levels and of different types of leveling staves; Terms
used in leveling. Temporary adjustment of a level; Reduction of levels: Collimation method, Rise
and Fall method and their comparison; Permanent adjustments of Dumpy level and numerical on
Two Peg Method.
 Contouring: Contour and Contouring, Contour Interval and horizontal equivalent; Characteristics
of contours; Methods of contouring; Tracing of contour gradient for alignment of a road.;Calculation
of cross section area for A level Section Calculation of Volume by Trapezoidal Rule, Prismoidal
Rule and Prismoidal correction for Trapezoidal Rule; Calculation of reservoir capacity from contour
map for a given water elevation at up stream of a dam.
 Minor Instruments: Ghat Tracer;Planimeter.
 Electronic Distance Measurements: Introduction, Basic Concepts; Basic Principle of Electronic
Distance Measurements (EDM); Total Station Instruments.
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SEMESTER 5

ARV9303 Architectural Design - V 12 04 00 16 9 150 100 250
ARV4305 Building Materials & Construction -V 01 00 05 06 4 75 75 150
ARV3307 Computer Apps in Architecture IV 01 00 03 04 2 50 50 100
ARL2317 History of Built Environment- V 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
ARL2319 Structure Systems & Design - V 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
ARL2321 Building Services - V 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
ARL2323 Climate Responsive Architecture - III 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
ARL2325 Building Codes and Byelaws 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
Total 24 04 08 36 25 525 475 1000
AR V9303 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN -- V

Course Objective:
 To introduce the challenges and skills of designing buildings and circulation systems on hills
/sloping sites
 To introduce the challenges and skills of designing simple industrial buildings involving circulation
of men and materials as well as construction in steel.
Course Content:
 Project One: Design of a small group of 3-4 storeyed buildings on a sloping site, with focus both on
building design as well as vehicular and pedestrian circulation
a. Projects could include a resort, group housing, artists’ commune, institutional, commercial,
recreational or mixed-use complexes.
b. Introduction to Design Project should be preceded by lectures on (i) understanding /
reading contoured maps and, (ii) illustrated case examples of buildings and small groups
of buildings
c. Total Duration: 6-7 weeks
 Project Two: Design of a small group of industrial buildings based on construction in steel
a. Introduction to the Project should include lectures on (i) understanding steel construction,
(ii) illustrated case examples of recent and award-winning industrial buildings in India.
b. A thorough case study of the type of industry / production unit being designed.
c. Total Duration: 6-7 weeks
Note: At least one special lecture on the subject by an eminent architect should be arranged during the
course of the semester.
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AR V4305 -- BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION -- V

Course Objective:
 To inculcate awareness of the constructional aspects of structural steel and its application to
various types of buildings
 To train students for detailing all components of a simple industrial building.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Introduction to Steel Construction
 Introduction to construction in steel, characteristics of steel sections, methods of jointing.
 Application of steel in various types of structures and different parts of exteriors and interiors of
various types of buildings, especially industrial buildings.
Unit 2: Walls and Openings
 Frame Construction in Steel -- Columns, Footings, Beams
 Outer Walls (infill), Lightweight partitions in steel -- structure and finishes
 Steel doors and windows
Unit 3: Floors and Stairs
 Steel Floors and mezzanine floors in industrial buildings - structure and finishes.
 Steel stairs – straight flight and spiral.
Unit 4: Roofing
 Steel trusses - Steel angle and tubular trusses for various spans - fabrication and erection details
 Structural and construction details of a north light truss roofing system, including fixing to walls /
columns, valleys, gutters, glazing, lantern light, roofing, etc.
Note: The entire course content is to be taught with respect to a simple industrial building, the design of
which must incorporate all the elements listed above.
AR V3307 -- COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE -- IV

Course Objective:
 To cover the next level of advanced tools for parametric building design and documentation within
Revit Architecture
 To enable understanding concepts through hands on experience
Course Content:
Practical understanding of concepts to be imparted through development of a portfolio in Revit Architecture
of the design project taken up during the first half of the semester.
Unit 1: Massing and Site Development:
 Introduction to conceptual massing and site development
 Creating site components and advanced site features
 Massing for advanced analysis and parametric studies
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Unit 2: Creating 3D Views:

 Basic of working with 3D settings and understanding camera settings
 Creating perspective and cutaway 3D section views
 Creating conceptual walkthroughs
Unit 3: Creating and Adding features:
 Creating and managing design options
 Area analysis and family editing
 Working with nested families and creating parametric families
Unit 4: Introduction to information sharing and Plotting:
 Working with project phasing and project sharing
 Exporting element information for other relevant software
 Setting up sheets for plotting and generating output
AR L2317 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT -- V

Course Objective:
of building design
 To create awareness and appreciation of the ingenious structural, constructional and aesthetic
components of historical architecture.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Renaissance and Baroque
 General Overview of the period -- Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo architecture.
 Basis of the Renaissance Movement. Its effect on the built environment. Pattern and form of the
Renaissance town.
 Renaissance Architecture – Phases of development, stylistic characteristics, building typology.
Architects of Early Renaissance and High Renaissance and Mannerism. Principal works of
Brunelleschi, Alberti, and Palladio.
 Development of Baroque architecture and civic design. Elements of the Baroque town.
Interrelation between buildings and urban space. Examples of Campidoglio and St Peters’ Piazza,
Rome, etc.
 Characteristics of Baroque architecture. Works of Bernini and Borromini.
Unit 2: The Industrial Revolution
 Industrial Revolution and its impact on development of new towns. Tony Garnier’s Industrial city.
 Influence of new construction materials, industrial techniques and functional needs on building
typology and architectural form.
 Advances in steel construction. The Great Exhibitions. Development of the high-rise.
Unit 3: Colonial Architecture
 Introduction to Colonial Architecture and the Age of Revivals. Examples from around the world
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 Colonial developments in India. Examples of cities and urban areas. Planning of New Delhi..
 Colonial architecture Influence of climate and materials on architectural expression. Examples from
Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai and Delhi.
 Indo-Saracenic Architecture and architecture of the Princely states in India
ARL2319 -- STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS & DESIGN -- V

Course Objective:
To understand the principles of design of RCC structures and also the principles of Shells, Domes and
Pneumatic structures.
Course Content:
Unit 1: T, L and Continuous Beams
 Theory and Design of Singly reinforced T beams including design for shear reinforcement by
Working Stress Method and sketching of reinforcement details.
 Structural behavior of inverted and Isolated T beams and L- Beams. (Descriptive, No
numerical problems)
 Use of BM & SF coefficients as per code for analysis of continuous beams. (Descriptive, No
numerical problems)
Unit 2: Restrained Two Way Slab, Short / Long Circular Columns
 Theory and Design of Restrained Two-way RCC slabs by Working Stress Method by use of
coefficients from Annex D of IS 456 – 2000 including design of torsional reinforcement for
corners and sketching of reinforcement details.
 Theory and Design of Short and Slender Circular RCC columns by Working Stress Method
with lateral ties and helical reinforcement and sketching of reinforcement details.
Unit 3: RCC Stairs
 Design of simply supported RCC waist slab for Dog - legged stairs by Working Stress
Method and sketching of reinforcement details
Unit 4: Isolated Column Footings
 Theory and Design of Isolated uniform depth column footings for square and rectangular
RCC columns subjected to axial loads by Working Stress Method and sketching of
Unit 5: Structure Systems
 Shells and Domes: Membrane action; Curvatures,
 Synclastic and anticlastic Surfaces; Rotational, Translational & Ruled Surfaces; Membrane
action in Circular Domes
 Spherical Shells: Types of forces-Meridonal, Hoop forces; Distribution of forces
Support Conditions – Tension and Compression Rings;
 Buckling of thin shells; Structural action of Schwedler and Geodesic domes.
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 Pneumatic Structures: Membrane, Tensile force induction methods; Tents: Air – Supported
Pneumatic Structures, Air – Inflated Pneumatic Structures, Hybrid Pneumatic Structure;
Support Conditions
Note: Use of IS 456 –2000, Plain and Reinforced Concrete – Code of Practice to be permitted in External
Examination.
AR L2321 -- BUILDING SERVICES - V

Course Objectives:
 To familiarise the students with HVAC and acoustical provisions in buildings,
 Inculcating understanding in students to choose appropriate systems and integrate the same in
their design projects.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
 Ventilation: Natural and artificial; Concepts of mechanical heating, ventilation and Air-conditioning;
Definition and classification;
 Design considerations, overview of types and working of HVAC systems; Refrigeration cycles
thermal properties of built elements, evaluation of heat flow;
 Principles and guidelines for AC ducting – provisions for fire safety; Ducts and their insulating
techniques, types and location of A.C. Plants.
 Case study of HVAC in an existing office / commercial building
Unit 2: Acoustics
 Introduction to the study of Acoustics, Noise and its types; Outdoor and indoor noise; Study of
behavior of sound in an enclosed space: Reverberation, absorption, reflection, etc.
 Acoustics in Buildings: special requirements for various building types such as studios, auditoriums
etc. Principles of good acoustical design in buildings; Analysis of existing prototypes – theatres,
cinema halls, auditoriums, multi-purpose spaces, Media - studios, conference rooms etc. for their
acoustic behaviour
 Constructional measures of noise and sound insulation, Acoustical materials, their specifications
and applications.
 Case study of acoustical provision in an existing auditorium/office building.
Unit 3: Application
 Incorporating layouts for HVAC, acoustics, vertical transportation and lighting in the architectural
project taken up during the first half of the semester
AR L2323 -- CLIMATE RESPONSIVE ARCHITECTURE - III

Course Objective:
 To develop understanding of the role of climate responsiveness in developing sustainable design
of the built environment
 To acquaint students with different passive design techniques and technologies with respect to
various climatic zones.
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Course Content:
Unit-1:
 Revision of course covered in previous semesters, viz., concepts of embodied energy, energy use
in buildings, bioclimatic comfort, etc.
 Uses and applications of alternative energy systems in buildings as well as in the urban context,
with suitable traditional and contemporary case examples.
 Introduction to ‘Sustainable Architecture’ and the role of minimizing energy consumption in
achieving a sustainable design solution.
Unit-2:
 Introduction to ‘Carbon Foot-print’ and ‘Life-cycle Assessment of Buildings’, with respect to building
materials and construction techniques.
 Specialized techniques for increasing energy efficiency of buildings: Part 1 - Techniques for
promoting natural ventilation and thermal comfort (viz., solar chimneys, trombe walls, sun-house,
concept of thermal mass, etc.); Part 2 - Techniques for maximizing natural lighting in buildings (viz.,
light shelves, sun tubes, etc.)
 Climate responsive Site Planning with respect to: Sun and air movement, Water bodies, Vegetation
and other geographical features
Unit-3:
 Introduction to green rating systems, energy efficiency certificates, councils and organisations for
energy efficiency from across the world like LEED, BREEAM, ASHRAE, DGNB, Green Star,
Energy Star, Passivhaus, Minergie, Effinergie, CASBEE, etc. as well as from India –IGBC, LEED-
India, GRIHA, etc.
 The evolution of energy efficiency codes in India – The National Housing and Habitat Policy, The
Energy Conservation Act, NBC 2005, BEE, ECBC, etc.
ARV2325 -- BUILDING CODES & BYELAWS

Course Objective:
 To create amongst students the need for various regulatory measures to control and promote the
ordered and healthy development of buildings and cities.
 To introduce the building code as stipulated for India and the specific byelaws of a selected urban
regulatory body as well as their adherence in a building design.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Introduction
 Introduction to the terms – Building codes, Building Standards & Building Regulations
 Need for Codes, Standards and Regulations – brief history of its origin
 Key objectives of establishing Codes & Regulations (Public Health, Life Safety)
 Introduction to the National building code in India, groups of codes for various building activity
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 Introduction to the term BYELAW; Various Regulatory bodies to enforce byelaws -

municipality/real estate development authority/ Town & country planning; Overview of
administrative processes for obtaining building permits
Unit 2: National Building Code of India
 Overview of basic terminologies
 Development Control Rules and General Building Requirements - Land-use classification and
permissible uses, building classifications, Norms for exterior and interior open spaces,
Permissible Areas, Setbacks and Height limitations, guidelines for green belts, landscaping
and water conservation, building regulations;
 Means of Access and Norms for Parking Spaces - access widths for various types of buildings,
standards for turning, requirements of parking spaces – on street, off street and covered;
 Special Requirements for Physically Challenged; Fire and Life safety; concept of fire zoning,
doorways, stairways, passages, fire escapes, etc., norms for building materials;
Unit 3: Building Byelaws
 Regulations for parts of buildings - Plinth, Habitable rooms, kitchen, wet areas, mezzanine,
store rooms, elevated parts like chimneys, parapets, courtyards, etc;
 Ground coverage, F.A.R., Setbacks and Height limitations, requirement for Parking
 Analysis of architectural design of a small project (either done by students in their previous
semester or selected by the Teacher) vis-a-vis byelaws of a selected city.
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SEMESTER 6

ARV9306 Architectural Design - VI 12 04 00 16 9 150 100 250
ARV4308 Building Materials & Construction -VI 01 00 05 06 4 75 75 150
ARV2322 Documentation of Historic Buildings 01 00 03 04 2 50 50 100
ARL2324 History of Built Environment- VI 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
ARL2326 Structure Systems & Design - VI 02 02 00 04 2 50 50 100
ARL2328 Building Services - VI 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
ARL2330 Estimating, Costing and Building 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
Specifications
ARL2332 Elements of Landscape Design 02 00 00 02 2 50 50 100
Total 24 06 08 38 25 525 475 1000
AR V9306 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN -- VI

Course Objective:
 To introduce the challenges and skills of designing form-oriented buildings using creative shapes
and structure systems
 To build special attitudes and skills for designing for traditional, vernacular and rural environments.
a. Identifying unique attributes of such environments
b. Identifying development issues of such societies
c. Creating context-responsive designs
Course Content:
 Project One: Design of a small-scale, form-oriented, focal building in a given context, with
emphasis on use of creative shapes as well as structure systems (Duration: 5 weeks).
a. Projects could include Memorials, Exhibition Galleries, Information & Interpretation
Centres, Community Activity Centres, etc.
b. Introduction to Design Project should be preceded by lectures on (i) understanding the
concept and role of ‘Focal Buildings’ and, (ii) appropriate illustrated case examples from
various parts of the world.
 Project Two: Designing for traditional, vernacular and rural environments (8 weeks). The project is
to be undertaken in groups of 4-6 students and would comprise the following stages:
a. Identifying unique attributes of the chosen environment -- Study and documentation of the
chosen environment, including aspects of settlement design, design of public / open
spaces, design of buildings, construction systems, passive climate control systems, etc.
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b. Survey & identification of development issues within the chosen example

c. Formulation of design project/s
d. Design Proposal (in various stages)
Note: At least one special lecture on the subject by an eminent architect should be arranged during the
course of the semester.
AR V4308 -- BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION -- VI

Course Objective:
 To inculcate awareness of the constructional aspects of interiors in commercial and office buildings
 To train students for designing and detailing temporary supports for various constructions
Course Content:
Unit I:
Detailing of Interiors & Joinery in commercial buildings -- False Ceilings, Partitions, Panelling, incorporating
services such as air conditioning, lighting, etc. Materials and methods for fire-proofing, thermal and acoustic
insulation of spaces
Unit 2:
Shop Counters, Shop Windows, etc.
Unit 3:
Basements, External Wall cladding, Curtain Walls...
Unit 4:
Types of formwork for concrete, scaffolding and temporary supports. Shoring and Underpinning.
Note: The entire course content is to be taught with respect to a simple commercial building, the design of
which must incorporate all the elements listed above.
AR V2322 -- DOCUMENTATION OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS

Course Objectives:
 To introduce various aspects of historic and vernacular built environments
 To document and evaluate a given historic / vernacular built environment in respect of its site
responsiveness, spatial quality, construction technology, structural sense, use pattern, etc.
 To train students for systematic documentation and recording of historical / traditional / vernacular
site / structure.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Theoretical Background
 Introduction to various aspects of historic and vernacular built environment and their present-
day significance
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 Student seminars / case studies of a variety of examples from various parts of the world, of
various climatic, geographic, social and cultural contexts.
Unit 2: Site Surveys and Study
 The site study may comprise a historic / vernacular settlement or group of buildings or a single
building or even parts of a single building. The project may be a fresh one, or a continuation of
an older one, and, the project objectives would be formulated accordingly by the Course
Coordinator/s.
 The Site Study would be preceded by collection and compilation of data regarding all social,
cultural, physical and technical contextual factors affecting the chosen built environment
 The Site Study could include measured drawings, photographs, stakeholder surveys, and other
factors relevant to the project objectives.
Unit 3: Documentation Report
 This Unit will focus on preparing a technically correct, complete and well-presented
“Documentation Report”, comprising both graphic and textual information.
 Contents could include a study and analysis of all contextual factors (such as historical, social,
political, economic, cultural, geographical, climatic, urban, stylistic, etc.), measured drawings,
structural and construction details, condition assessment, depending on the objective and
scope of the study.
AR L2324 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT -- VI

Course Objective:
of building design
 To create awareness and appreciation of the ingenious structural, constructional and aesthetic
components of historical architecture.
Course Content:
UNIT-I
 Emergence of Modern Architecture in Europe. Social, technological and aesthetic concerns of
Modern Movement. New building typologies and architectural expression.
 Role of Louis Sullivan, Walter Gropius, Frank Llyod Wright, Mies Van der Rohe, Le Corbusier.
 Theories of Modern townplanning . Contribution of Ebenezer Howard and Le Corbusier.
Examples of Garden Cities. The CIAM Group.
 Towns of the Modern Era – Canberra, Chandigarh, Brasilia.
UNIT II
 Variations of the Modern Movement. Examples from Latin America, Africa, Japan, U.S.A, etc.
 International Theory and Practice after 1960s. Examples of Post-Modernism, High Tech
Architecture, Deconstruction, etc.
 Critical Regionalism- Theory and examples.
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UNIT-III
 The Modern Movement in India – Early Modern buildings in Delhi, Mumbai and other cities.
Impact of Chandigarh.
 Indian Architecture from 1960s – 1990s
 Overview of recent architecture in India
ARL2326 -- STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS & DESIGN -- VI

Course Objectives:
 To understand the philosophy and principles of Limit State Method of design of RCC structures.
 To understand the concept of Pre-stressed Concrete and Behavior of High Rise Structures.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Limit State Method Of Design For R.C.C Structures (Descriptive No Numerical) -- To Discuss
the following as per provisions of IS 456 – 2000:
 Limit State Method
 Characteristic & Design Values & Partial Safety Factors for loads & materials
 Assumptions
 Stress-Strain curve, Stress Block Parameters
 Limit State of Collapse: Flexure
 Limit State of Collapse: Shear
 Safety and Serviceability requirements.
 Minimum Shear reinforcement
 Comparison of Limit State Method and Working Stress Method
Unit 2: Rectangular Beams Singly / Doubly Reinforced and Cantilever beam
 Design of singly reinforced simply supported and cantilever beam (supporting UDL) including
shear reinforcement by Limit State;Method and sketching of reinforcement details.
 Design of doubly reinforced rectangular beams (supporting UDL) by Limit State Method and
sketching of reinforcement details.
Unit 3: One Way & Two Way Slabs
 Design of simply supported one-way slab by Limit State Method and sketching of
 Design of Restrained Two-Way slab using BM coefficients from code by Limit State Method
and sketching of reinforcement details.
Unit 4: Columns and Prestressed concrete
 Numerical Problem on Design of Axially loaded Short Square and Rectangular RCC column
by Limit State Method and sketching of reinforcement details.
 Prestressed Concrete (Descriptive No Numerical); Concept of pre-stressed concrete.
 Methods of Pre-stressing: Pre-tensioning and Post-tensioning
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 Advantages and disadvantages of Prestressed concrete.

 Losses in Pre-stress.
Note: Use of IS 456 –2000, Plain and Reinforced Concrete – Code of Practice to be permitted in External
Examination.
AR L2328 -- BUILDING SERVICES - VI

Course Objective:
 To understand the role and nature of basic services required at the settlement / neighborhood /
campus level.
 Evolving understanding in students to choose appropriate systems and integrate the same in their
design projects.
Course Content:
Introduction to the services at settlement/ neighborhood/ campus level. The course content will further be
divided into following units:
Unit 1: Water Supply
 Lectures: To revise the course content of the previous semesters -- Requirements of water
supply; Plumbing connected to public water supply; Design of water supply systems;
Principles of conveyance and distribution.
 Case Study: Analysis of a project focusing on Water Supply.
 Application: In a design studio project.
Unit 2: Electrical Services
 Lectures: To revise the course content of the previous semesters -- Generation of electric
power; Distribution of Supply and Cabling; Planning of Electrical installations.
 Case Study: Analysis of a project focusing on the Electrical services.
Unit 3: Sanitation and Drainage
 Lectures: To revise the course content of the previous semesters -- Drainage and sanitation
requirements of buildings; Sewage and Garbage Disposal; Objectives and Methods of
disposal systems; Various methods of treatment of waste; Rain water harvesting systems.
 Case Study: Analysis of a project focusing on the sanitation and drainage services.
Note: There will be same case study throughout the semester for all the three units so as to
understand the ways all the services together are incorporated in a project. The application of the
understanding will be done on the historic / vernacular settlement chosen for the Architectural Design
Studio.
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AR L2330 -- ESTIMATING, COSTING AND BUILDING SPECIFICATIONS

Course Objective:
 To acquaint students with the composition, preparation, application and inspection of basic materials
used in construction and to impart training in the technical methods of writing of specifications.
 To inculcate awareness regarding factors effecting cost of buildings.
 To familiarise the student with the commonly used methods of preparing estimates of Architectural
Projects.
Course Content:
Note: Scope of the subject will be limited to preparing detailed estimate and costing of a two-storeyed
residential building in masonry and reinforced cement concrete.
Unit 1: Building Specifications:
 Introduction to the importance of specifications and their functions, different types of
specifications; Types of contracts and Tenders; Standard C.P.W.D. specifications.
 Detailed specification for various basic building materials
 Writing specifications for simple civil works as Damp-proof course, Brick masonry, Concreting,
Flooring, Plastering & pointing, Timber doors & windows, Painting, sanitary fixtures, etc.
Unit 2: Estimating and Costing:
 Basic principles of Economics as applied to buildings and factors affecting cost of buildings.
 Estimate, Types of Estimates in common usage. Bill of Quantities of Materials. Its importance
and methods of preparation.
 Preparing estimates of quantities of materials for foundations (earthwork, foundation concrete,
brickwork in foundation and plinth, Return filling), Brickwork in super structure, RCC roof,
Plastering, Flooring, white washing and painting for a single storey building.
 Analysis of Rates – Rates of materials and labour for RCC work, Cement Plaster on walls and
ceiling, Cement concrete floor, White washing and Painting, etc.
Unit 3: Application / Practical Exercise
 Case study/Analysis of architectural design of a small project (either done by students in their
previous semester or selected by the Teacher) vis-a-vis specifications and estimating and
costing.
ARV2332 -- ELEMENTS OF LANDSCAPE DESIGN

Course Objective:
 To create awareness amongst students of the role of various elements of Landscape in design of
groups of buildings and settlements.
 To introduce the characteristics of various elements of landscape design and their application in
design of the built environment.
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Course Content:
Unit 1:
Introduction to Landscape Architecture - What is landscape design and its relationship with ecological
concerns, Importance of nature for human beings, need and scope of landscape architecture, importance
of landscape in developing sustainability in architecture, Development of gardens through history, in
different parts of the world, Concepts and development of modern gardens (Industrial era onwards),
Unit 2:
Elements of landscape - Basic elements of landscape such as gravity elements and anti-gravity elements,
Elements of landscapes – Land, Plants, Water, Climate, Trees, Major characteristics and types of plant
material - especially trees and criteria for their selection and arrangement in landscape schemes, Value of
trees in urban landscapes,
Unit 3:
Land - Basic knowledge about using sloping and flat earth forms in nature and their use in landscape
design, Characteristics of rocks in nature and their use in landscape design, Water - Water as an element
of landscape in nature and in landscape design, Brief history of use of water in historic gardens,
Landscape design principles, Design guidelines, site structure plans, Road geometrics
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Subject Subject Name L/S T P Total C Int. Ext. Total

ARV6101 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – I:

ARV4103 -- BUILDING MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION – I

ARV4105 -- ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING – I:

ARV4107 -- VISUAL ARTS & ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS – I:

ARV2109 -- HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT - I:

NOTE: Analysis of architectural style/building typology must include functional, constructional/structural

ARL3111-- STRUCTURE SYSTEMS & DESIGN – I

 Numerical problems based on above topics.

ARL2113 -- BUILDING SERVICES – I

Subject Subject Name L/S T P Total C Int. Ext. Total

ARV6102 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – II:

ARV4104 -- BUILDING MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION – II

ARV3106 -- ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING – II:

ARL2108 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT - II:

NOTE: Analysis of architectural style/building typology must include functional, constructional/Structural

ARL3110 -- STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS & DESIGN – II

ARV4111 -- VISUAL ARTS & ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS – II:

ARV2114 -- COMPUTER APPLICATION IN ARCHITECTURE - I

ARV2116 -- BUILDING SERVICES – II

Subject Subject Name L/S T P Total C Int. Ext. Total

DETAILED COURSE CONTENT

ARV8201 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – III:

ARV4203-- BUILDING MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION – III

AR V3205 -- ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING – III:

AR L2207 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT - III:

AR L2209 -- STRUCTURE SYSTEMS & DESIGN – III

AR L2211-- COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE - II

Online Certification: Autodesk Professional Level Certification Examination

AR L2213-- BUILDING SERVICES – III

 Rainwater disposal systems

AR L2215 – CLIMATE RESPONSIVE ARCHITECTURE – I

Subject Subject Name L/S T P Total C Int. Ext. Total

DETAILED COURSE CONTENT

AR V9202 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – IV:

 Special attention to be paid to aspects of climatic responsiveness, besides those related to

ARV4204 -- BUILDING MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION – IV

AR V2214 -- COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE – III (REVIT ESSENTIALS)

Course Content: Practical understanding of concepts to be imparted through development of a portfolio in

AR L2204 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT – IV:

AR L2210 -- STRUCTURE SYSTEMS & DESIGN – IV

AR L2218 -- BUILDING SERVICES – IV

AR L2220 – CLIMATE RESPONSIVE ARCHITECTURE – II

AR L2222 – SURVEYNG AND LEVELLING

Subject Subject Name L/S T P Total C Int. Ext. Total

DETAILED COURSE CONTENT

AR V9303 -- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN -- V

AR V4305 -- BUILDING MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION -- V

AR V3307 -- COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE -- IV

Unit 2: Creating 3D Views:

AR L2317 -- HISTORY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT -- V

ARL2319 -- STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS & DESIGN -- V

AR L2321 -- BUILDING SERVICES - V

AR L2323 -- CLIMATE RESPONSIVE ARCHITECTURE - III

ARV2325 -- BUILDING CODES & BYELAWS

 Introduction to the term BYELAW; Various Regulatory bodies to enforce byelaws -

Subject Subject Name L/S T P Total C Int. Ext. Total