Architecture Syllabus 1st - 10th Semester

Institute of Architecture & Town Planning, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi
Semester: First
Course
Code
Subject
1711
Basic Design
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
10
100
06
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50 + 100
= 150
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students the design fundamentals, design
vocabulary and order of form and space.
Course content:
Introduction to the subject and its importance to the architecture
Primary elements: Point, line, plane, and volumetric elements.
Properties of form
(two dimensional) primary solids, variations in forms, Surface
articulation including importance of color theory, textures and relationship, Space defining
elements, organization of form and space. Circulation elements, balance, proportion and
scale, ordering principles and calligraphy
Design problems:
Design of floor patterns, wall textures, posters, banners, signage etc.
Design of small articles like: letter pad, visiting cards, book cover, logo, penholders,
lamps,
Design of meaningful composition and transformation using 2D & 3D objects

Minimum one time problem of 6 hours duration is to be conducted in class other than
regular design problems.
Design approach:
Application of above on two and three-dimensional compositions, Indoor and outdoor

sketching exercises to develop the skill and understanding of shades, shadows etc. in
the natural and man-made objects with the use of different models.
Study through models of different materials viz paper, clay wax, soap, wires etc.
The idea is to learn mass and space handling with importance of form, color and texture.
Note:
The Sessionals shall be in the form of hand made drawings, and models, the evaluation
will be through review system presented before the Faculty & Studio In charge.
I+II+III
300
Semester: First
Course
Code
Subject
1712
Graphics - I
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
08
100
03
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50 + 100
= 150
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about fundamentals of visualization
and preparation of architectural drawing.
Course content:
Hatching with various pencils and free hand sketching of natural and manmade objects
using pencil, pen, color, or other mediums/ techniques.
Graphic codes and symbols for various building elements and Architectural lettering
Scales: Construction of architectural scales and their application to real objects and
drawings
Introduction to the various types of 2D and 3D objects i.e. lines, plane and solid,
Graphical method for drawing such objects, division of lines, etc
Introduction to the types of projections and their use for architectural presentation and
designing.
Orthographic Projections: Basic fundamentals and its application for simple point, line,
simple regular solids and complex solids or hollow objects/geometric object
Note:
The Sessional shall be in the form of hand made drawings, and the evaluation will be
through review system presented before the Faculty & Studio In charge.
I+II+III
300
Semester: First
Course
Code
Subject
1713
Material
science
03
02
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
05
50
03
20 + 30 = 50
100
Aim:
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about various types of building or
construction materials along with their manufacturing process and suitable use as
building components and related specifications.
Course content:
Properties, Types, Manufacturing, Quality and defects of following materials:
Clay and clay products like Bricks, Tiles and stones.
Cement, lime, sand, aggregate mortar and concrete blocks.
Timber, Glass and Ferrous & non ferrous metals
Especial functional need of building materials:
Abrasives, asbestos, asphalt bitumens, cork, electrical insulators fuels, gypsum, heat
insulation materials, lubricants, rubber sheets, roof coverings , solders. Sound absorbs
materials, tar, turpentine etc.
Finishing Material:
Paint, varnish, distempers wall paper, floor coverings tiles, vinyls , polyesters, fittings,
furnishing materials for interiors & exteriors, polymers , plastic resins etc. processed
materials- plywood, laminates, fiber boards, light weight boards panels etc. & clay
products
Prefabricated and pre-stressed building component:
Roof slab wall units, beams, columns, lintels, shelve etc of different types, their
specification & technique construction and use in architecture. Low cost construction
techniques and materials, combinations in mud, terracotta, bamboo construction etc.
termite protection, sewage protection, fire protection materials etc. of special need.
Industrial agriculture and mineral waste and their utilization as building materials:
Fly ash, blast furnace slag, calcium carbonate , lime kiln, rejects byproducts, gypsum, red
mud throwaway packages, rice husk, saw dust, wooden chips, choir waste wood wool,
tailings etc. their application in components of different types of buildings
Note:
The Sessional work should be include technical paper writing, market survey, case study
of building materials from various types of examples of rural, historic and contemporary
architecture style and their presentation in the form of seminar.
The work of CBRI, NBO, NIS, HUDCO, BMPTC & other related organization to be
constantly referred & discussed. There should be regular site visit to building constructed
or under construction. They should be recorded in the form of hand written reports.
Semester: First
Course
Code
Subject
TCH
Theory
Block
I
1714
Humanities
03
01
04
50
Aim:
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
03
Practical
Block
II
-
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+ 30= 50
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about various types of infrastructure
terminology, writing and expression techniques.
Course content:
Grammar-Tenses, Types of sentences, clause analysis, reported speech, models,

punctuation with emphasis on spoken expression with proper language command
Precise, essay and paragraph writing.
Technical report and letter writing
Aesthetic and critical writing.
Communication skills in architecture through write up and graphics, graphs, sketches

audio
presentation
supplemented
by
drawings,
transparencies,
photographs,
epidiascope, slides, video presentation, script writing dubbing, que sheet, ending vision
mixing.
Note:
Sessional work shall include assignments on the above related topics in hand written
form.
I+II+III
100
Semester: First
Course
Code
Subject
TCH
Theory
Block
I
1715
Structure - I
02
02
04
50
Aim:
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
03
Practical
Block
II
-
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+ 30= 50
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about fundamentals of stability of any
built structure and various factors of structure designing
Course content:
Concurrent, non concurrent and co-planer forces, composition and resolution of
forces,
laws of forces, moments and couples, conditions of equilibrium.
Centre of gravity and moment of
inertia of composite
and
cut-out sections,
parallel and perpendicular axes theorem
Stresses in frames and trusses by analytical and graphical method, Maxwells diagram.
Stress, strain, Hooks law, lateral strain, Poissons ratio, Youngs modulus, modulus of
rigidity, bulk modulus and their relation
Stresses in composite sections.
S.F. and B.M. diagrams for strained beams subjected to concentrated and distributed
loadings ( simply supported and cantilever only)
Note:
Direct and bending stresses in beams
Sessional work shall include assignments on the above related topics including
numerical.
I+II+III
100
Semester: First
Course
Code
Subject
1716
Computer
Application
01
03
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
04
50
0 + = 50
100
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about basic components of computer
and use of various programes / software
Course content:
Introduction and Fundamentals computer (Historical background ) Binary
number
system, Hardware and Software, Block Diagram of representation of Computer CPU

and Memories, operating system
Basic understanding of Input and Output devices (function of input and output devices in
computer, key- board, mouse, scanners, secondary memory devices, joy stick, light pen,
video input devices.
Introduction to software- MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.), Photoshop, Corel
Draw, etc.
Note:
Sessionals should be in the form of small exercises and written assignments.
Semester: Second
Course
Code
Subject
1717
Design - I
02
08
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
10
100
06
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50 + 100
= 150
The aim of the subject is to learn about formation of spaces, relationship among various
activity spaces and analysis of space requirements.
Course content:
Anthropometrics study and analysis, Aspects of area determination &area relationship,
Relationship between occupied and unoccupied spaces
Color theories and color schemes and its effect on the users
Difference between form and function based design approaches and their application
Development of aesthetic sense by use of appropriate form, color, texture, and material in
a building or objects
Introduction to draw presentation drawings i.e. plans, elevations, sections, views; and
rendering techniques
Design problems:
Design of various activity spaces (sleeping, cooking, living, dining, study area, toilet etc)
based on anthropometrics study and analysis
Design of building elements i.e. doors, windows, canopies, arches, etc.
Design of classrooms, labs, STD booth, kiosks, bus stop etc
Design of ceremonial gates, stage, landscape elements, street furniture, and other small
structures
Design of drinking water fountains, lamps, fireplace, steps, handrails, chair, table, bed and
storage unit.
Design approach:
Case studies for measured drawing of small buildings and objects. Study through
models of different materials viz paper, clay wax, soap, wires etc.
Minimum four-time problem of 6 hrs, duration is to be conducted in class other

than regular design problems.
There should be regular site visits to the building types dealt in the studio problem
for which audiovisuals should be prepared.
Note:
The sessional will be in the form of hand made drawings and models. The evaluation
should be done in intermediate reviews consisting of internal / expert system.
I+II+III
300
Semester: Second
Course
Code
Subject
1718
Graphics - II
02
06
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
08
100
03
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50 + 50
= 100
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about fundamentals of 3D
visualization, Realistic expression of ideas and presentation of architectural drawing.
Course content:
Complex Projections: Interpenetration of solids, development of surfaces with or without

sections
Angular Projections: Isometric, axonometric and oblique projections.
Perspective projections: Introduction to basic terms, principles, types and techniques of

perspective drawing
Two point perspective of simple objects (drafted & free hand)
Presentation of interior and exterior views in one point perspective (drafted and free hand)
Note:
through review system presented before the Faculty and Studio In charge.
I+II+III
250
Semester: Second
Course
Code
Subject
1719
Building
Construction I
02
04
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
06
50
03
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50 + 50
= 100
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about execution of building
components with their constructional details and presentation of working drawing.
Course content:
Introduction to the subject and its impertinence to the field of architecture and description
of various components of a small building envelop from foundation to roof.
Foundation:
Definition, functions and design factor
Different types of foundation as par structural need, soil condition and material use etc
Detail of simple stepped brick and stone foundation.
Excavation:
Timbering to trenches
Tool, plants and equipments for excavation and masonry works
Masonry:
Definitions and types of masonry, Types of bricks and stone and their uses
Various types of Bonds and detailed study of English, Flemish, double Flemish and rat
trap bond and use of these bonds in brick and stone walls of various thicknesses
Details of right angle, tee and angular Junction
Piers and quoins
Rubble Work:
Random rubble, courses rubble & ashlars masonry
Opening:
Different types of arches, lintels, and sill
Miscellaneous:
Plastering pointing, corbels, Damp Proof Courses & coping
Introduction to different type of stairs case with their design factors, Details of stone stairs
Note:
There should be regular site visits to buildings under construction or constructed to

explain the above topics. Use of audio-visuals should be stressed.
I+II+III
200
Institute of Architecture & Town Planning, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi 10
Semester: Second
Course
Code
Subject
1720
History of
Architecture - I
02
01
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
03
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20 + 30
= 50
Aim:
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about the glorious past of India and
abroad to emphasis philosophy, design, material use and construction of famous historic
buildings.
Course content:
Introduction and Chronological outline of famous periods of Indian and western
architecture.
Prehistoric Architecture, Indus Valley civilization and the Vedic Architecture
Study of philosophy, design, material use and construction techniques of famous historic buildings
with examples for following era:
(a) Hindu Period
Chalukyan architecture
Golden age of Gupta Architecture
Dravidian architecture
Indo Aryan Style
Jain Architecture
(b)Buddhist Architecture.
Beginning of Buddhist school of Architecture ( Ashoka)
Rock cut Architecture
Buddhist Architecture in Nepal, China & Japan
(c)Islamic Architecture
Delhi or Imperial style of the Pathan dynasty (a) Slave (b) Khilzi (c) Tuglaq (e)
Sayyad lodhi
Provincial style - (a) Punjab (d) Bengal (e) Gujarat (f) Jaunpur (g) Deccan (h)
Malwa (i) Bijapur (j) Kashmir
Note:
Sessionals will be submitted in the form of sketches, notes, audio-visuals and hand
written reports of site visits to some historical buildings etc. as per programme scheduled
by the school per session.
I+II+III
100
Semester: Second
Course
Code
Subject
1721
Structure II
02
02
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
04
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20 + 30
= 50
Course content:
Slope and deflection in simply supported and cantilever beams for point loads & uniformly
distributed loads.
Analysis and stability of retaining walls: ( Rectangular, Trapezoidal only)
Study of types of structure: load bearing, framed, rigid jointed, pin jointed, determinate,
indeterminate.
I.S. Structure sections, study of steel tables, tension members; single & built-up sections
Compression members : single and built up sections , column base : slab & gusseted
base
Note:
Steel Joints and connections

Sessional work shall include assignments inclusive of numerical on the above related
topics.
I+II+III
100
Semester: Second
Course
Code
Subject
1722
Workshop
04
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
04
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50 + 100
= 150
The aim of the subject is to explore the artistic qualities and capabilities of each student
with the help of practical. Enhancement of creativity and visualization power by means of
model making and other artistic works
Course content:
Carpentry:
Understanding
the
structure
of
timber,
varieties
of
Indian
timber, commercial
boards, handling different carpentry tools, carpentry process, carpentry joints and wood
working machines.
Sheet metal work:
Cutting, bending and jointing of
(ferrous / non ferrous metals) sheets, flats, bars,
wires etc. Exercises in simple welding of angles, pipes sheets, flats, etc
Masonry:
Handling the bricks, mixing the mortar, bond work of bricks, stones and masonry
tools.
Model making:
Models made of paper, thermocole, wires, plaster of Paris, cardboards, Acrylic sheets and
other soft materials based on the program of design.
Plumbing:
Introduction to various pipes and fittings screwed joints, threads bending and plumbers
tools.
Painting & polishing:
Preparation of timber and metal surfaces, priming, painting by brush, spray guns,
polishing of timber surfaces, lamination to timber surfaces
Photography:
Introduction to photography, use of camera, basic dark room technique in Architectural

techniques.
Note:
Sessionals shall include exercises in block and detail model making of students own
design or copy design.
I+II+III
150
Semester: Third
Course
Code
Subject
2711
Design II
02
08
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
10
100
12
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+100
= 150
The aims of the course are to emphasis and evolve the methodology for architectural
design with reference to the previous knowledge of function and aesthetics.
Course content:
Design process and methodology; the design should highlight the clear approach to the
design with idea (concept), analysis, synthesis and architectural expression with use of
appropriate graphic presentation techniques.
Introduction of architectural designs with an approach of functional understanding and

analysis of problems with studies of space requirements and inter relationships
Understanding of simple load bearing support system and sustainability of built form
Understanding of provision of proper daylight and ventilation in buildings
Application of design principles i.e. rhythm, balance, scale, proportions etc
Design problems:
Design of small residence and other shelter with above parameters
Design of small shopping areas, canteen, kiosks etc
Design of dispensary, primary health clinic, small school etc
There should be minimum one time problem of 12 hrs. duration apart from min. two
regular design problems in the studio
Design approach:
The literature survey & data collection is necessary. There should be regular site visits to
buildings dealt in studio problems. Documentation should be done with the help of
photographs, slides, video etc
I+II+III
300
Note:
The sessional will be in the form of hand made drawings and models along with. The
evaluation should be done in intermediate reviews consisting of internal and external
experts.
Semester: Third
Course
Code
Subject
2712
Graphics III
02
06
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
08
50
03
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+50
= 100
Aim: The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about fundamentals of 3D visualization,
realistic expression of ideas and presentation of architectural drawing.
Course content:
SECTION - A
Presentation techniques:
Study of various presentation techniques in architecture for realistic expression
Rendering of Architectural Objects with various mediums like pencil, pen and ink and colour etc
Use of photographic techniques in perspective making and improving techniques of perspective
by showing shades, shadows, human figure, trees, related background and foregrounds.
Sciography:
Introduction to basic principles of sciography and its application to the field of architecture.
Sciography of two-dimensional objects in plan and elevation.
Sciography of three dimensional objects in plan, elevation and views, (Isometric,

Axonometric and Perspective) and simple building elements.
SECTION - B
Computer Graphics:
Introduction to software- AUTOCAD, ArchiCad, Photoshop and 3D MAX.
Preparation of 2D presentation drawing using AUTOCAD & ArchiCad.
Preparation of 3d drawing using AUTOCAD & 3D MAX.
I+II+III
200
Semester: Third
Course
Code
Subject
2713
Building
Construction II
02
04
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
06
50
03
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+50
= 100
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about Execution of building component
with their constructional details and presentation of working drawing.
Course content:
Pile Foundation:
Definition, function and design factors of pile foundation.
Different types of foundation as per structural needs, soil condition and materials needs.
Pre-cast pile timber concrete and steel (box, tubes, h, & screw).
Cast in situ pile steel and concrete.
Friction pile and bearing pile, bore pile, and pile cap.
Tools equipment and plants for piling.
Masonry:
Brick and stone cavity walls retaining walls, insulation walls, and dry form walls &
expansion Joints.
Structural system of load bearing construction.
Doors:
Study of various types of wooden joints.
Different types of doors as per their utility, function and material use.
Details of single and double leaf ledged and battened door, legged braced and battened.
door, framed ledged braced and battened door, Paneled door, flush door, composite door
etc.
Windows:
1. Different types of windows as per their utility, function and material use.
2. Casement windows side hung, top hung, fixed light of different size and shape.
3. Windows with provision of AC, cooler, fly mesh, Iron Grills etc.
I+II+III
200

4. Sliding, pivoted (horizontal and vertical), folding and bay windows.
5. Combined door and windows and ventilation.
6. Fixing details of ironmongery and hardware.
Ventilators:
Wooden and steel side hung, top hung, bottom hung & louvered ventilators.
Miscellaneous:
Note:
Details of timber stairs.

Semester: Third
Course
Code
Subject
2714
History of
Architecture II
03
01
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
04
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
= 50
The course aims at understanding the influence of Geographical, Geological & climatic,
religious, cultural and political situation on Architecture in expressing philosophical and
aesthetic concepts in built form.
Course content:
Egyptian
West Asiatic
Greek
Roman
Early Christian
Byzantine
Romanesque
Gothic
Renaissance
Note:
Sessionals will be submitted in the form of sketches, notes, audio-visuals and hand
written reports of site visits to some historical buildings etc. as per programme scheduled
by the school per session.
I+II+III
100
Semester: Third
Course
Code
Subject
2715
Structure III
02
02
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
04
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
= 50
Course content:
Steel structure:
Beams: Simple & Built Up, Plate Girder.
Design of Roof Truss
To determine the forces in members due to various loads.
Complete design of truss (Sessionals work only).
Fixed Beams
Continuous beams, three moment theorem.
Moment Distribution method
Approximate methods for an analysis of frames by Portal & Cantilever methods.
Note:
Sessionals work should include the analysis of simple elements along with the drawings.
I+II+III
100
Semester: Third
Course
Code
Subject
2716
Theory of
Design
02
01
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
03
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
= 50
Course content:
General discussions in the form in inanimate nature biological nature, and human
environment.
Design as a problem solving activity in its basic sense, introduction to various real world
problems.
Design as multivariate activity.
Value judgments in design
Thinking techniques, convergent, divergent and lateral thinking, analysis and synthesis.
Goals and objectives
Intuition
Action aluibility and implementation of intentions in design, including a short project to be

done in any field.
Understanding of determinants of physical form such as concepts of space,

structure, organization, symbolism, mass, surface scale, order, proportion, rhythm, datum,
I+II+III
100

axis, etc. in relation to place, time and society with due consideration for perceptual
qualities as affected by colors, light conditions, vision angle etc.
Communication and interpretations in architecture. The eloquence, aptness and style in

architecture, their judgment and design.
Note:
The Sessionals should be in the form of hand made drawings, technical report writing and
presented in the seminar along with the audio visuals which will be based on
buildings identified during regular site visits.
Semester: Fourth
Course
Code
Subject
2717
Design III
02
08
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
10
100
12
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+150
=200
The aims of the course are to emphasis and evolve the methodology for architectural
design with reference to the previous knowledge of function and aesthetics as well as
incorporation of teachings of current semester.
Course content:
The design should highlight the clear approach to the design with adaptation of climatic
design guidelines.
Understanding the role of landscape and utilization of open spaces in and around the
building.
Understanding the factors of proper site planning and layout of various activities.
Design with various topographical conditions and other natural or manmade barriers.
Understanding of simple support system and sustainability of built form.
Design problems:
Design of residences for specific users, bungalows, duplexes, etc with emphasis on
above parameters.
I+II+III
350
Design of nursery school, nursing home, police station, petrol pump, post offices, bank,
and other govt., public and private office buildings.
Design of restaurant, sport center, farmhouses, commercial complex, etc.
Design approach:
The literature survey & data collection is necessary. There should be regular site visits to
buildings dealt in studio problems. Documentation with the help of photographs, slides,
video, etc.
There should be minimum one time problem of 12 hrs. duration apart from min. two
regular design problems in the studio.
Note:
The sectionals will be in the form of drawings and models along with technical report for
the design dealt with. The evaluation should be done in intermediate review consisting of
internal and external experts. There should be regular site visits to the building types dealt
in the studio problems of which audio-visual should be prepared.
Semester: Fourth
Course
Code
Subject
2718
Building
Construction III
02
06
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
08
50
03
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+100
= 150
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about Execution of building component
with their constructional details and presentation of working drawing.
Course content:
Foundation:
Details of steel grillage foundation, steel column & beams.
Masonry:
Study of Pre-cast hollow concrete blocks their extensive uses in building construction.
Roof & Floors:
Lean to; double lean to, collar, couple & closed couple roofs. King & queen post truss.
Fixing of tiles, AC & GI gutters & ridges, Jack Arch roofing
Steel North light truss, portal frames, space frames.
Details of steel floors, fire resistant floors, stone roofing system
Single, double & framed wooden floors, composite floor and fire resistant floors
I+II+III
250

Steel doors & windows:
Angle section & pressed steel hollow section door frames with timber, steel, iron door leaf.
Angle section, z section & pressed steel hollow section windows of different size, shape
& combinations.
Steel side hung, top hung, bottom hung & louvered ventilators.
Fixing details of glass, ironmongery & hardware
Miscellaneous:
Note:
Different types of steel stairs, railings, main gates, etc.

Semester: Fourth
Course
Code
Subject
2719
Climatology &
Landscape
02
02
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
04
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
= 50
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about climatic aspect of building design
and solar passive architecture. Energy efficient buildings, sustainable architecture and
use of proven techniques of solar passive design are strongly needed for securing our
present and future.
Course content:
SECTION-A
Climatology:
Introduction to the elements of climate and its types with reference to tropical climate and
site climate.
Study of various climatic zones in India and their characteristics.
Study of climatic design factors affecting macro and micro climate and its effects upon
building design.
Principles of thermal design and control, heat exchange, ventilation and air movement
illumination and day lighting, response to climate by man and building.
Elements of architecture design with climate by using different prediction tools and design
aids. Simple and advanced techniques of solar passive design guidelines.
Vernacular techniques of shelter design as per climatic regions (Rural and Urban).
Study of building materials and construction techniques of energy efficient building design
for tropical climate through various case studies.
Design of shelter in various climatic zones.
Application of solar passive design guidelines through designing climate responsive
building under various climatic conditions.
I+II+III
100

SECTION-B
Landscape:
Definition of landscape, its scope and importance in architecture.
Brief outline of development of gardens in history. The principles and design philosophy of
Mughal & Japanese gardens with examples.
Landscape design process, information needed for landscape survey. Land, water &
plants as landscape elements. Study of types of street furniture.
Grading & its importance, grading process & methods of estimating earth volumes.
Slopes for various outdoor functional activities. Surface runoff calculations & design of
surface drainage system. Treatment of ground surfaces, kinds of paving materials.
Planting Design. Understanding plant material as a design tool. Design characteristics of
plantation. Selection of plant materials for road side plantation, court yards, parking areas,
near water bodies indoor areas etc. Details of establishing grass lawn.
Note: There should be regular site visits to various scientific labs, buildings sites. There should
be use of audio visuals explaining the above course and Sessionals.
Semester: Fourth
Course
Code
Subject
2720
History of
Architecture III
02
02
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
04
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
= 50
The course aims at understanding the influence of Geographical, Geological & climatic,
religious, cultural and political situation on Architecture in expressing philosophical and
aesthetic concepts in built form.
Course Content:
The impact of the Industrial Revolution on Architecture. Transformation from Iron to Steel,
and the demand for a new Architecture.
The great Exhibition and their contribution to architecture custom entitle and his tower.
Le Art Nouveau Movements, Horte, Barlage, Wagner. Solar architecture. Passive solar
architecture.
Ferro Concrete in American Architecture.
Plain surfaces in American Architecture Informal Plan.
I+II+III
100
The Chicago School, Apartment, Office Building & Departmental Stores of Louis Sullivan
& Others.
F.L. Wright and the American Development, his urge towards organic architecture & his
means of architectural expression.
Le Corbusier & his Philosophy, Bauhaus.
Meis Van Der Rohe & the Integrity of Form.
Alvar Alto, Irrationality & Eminent Standardization.
Typical works & philosophy of eminent Architects like Richard Neutra Jorn Utzon, Oscar
Neimyer, Lucio Costa, Marcel Frever.Eero Serinen, Skidomore Owings & Merril etc.
Influence of Modern Structural System on Architectural E.G. work of Marti, Canada etc.
Eries Survey & Evaluation of early Architectural work in India.
Recent Development in India with works of Indian architects.
Note: Sessionals will be submitted in the form of sketches, notes, audio-visuals and hand written
reports of site visits to some historical buildings etc. as per programme scheduled by the
school per session.
Semester: Fourth
Course
Code
Subject
2721
Structure IV
02
02
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
04
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
= 50
Course content:
R.C.C.: WORKING STATE METHOD
Analysis & design of singly & doubly reinforced beams.
Design of T & Lintel beams.
Design of slabs: one way, cantilever, continuous
Design of axially loaded columns & isolated column footing.
Design of stair-cases: Dog legged & open well.
I+II+III
100

Note:
I.S. Code 456 is permitted in examination. Sessional work should include the analysis &
design of single elements along with the drawings.
Semester: Fourth
Course
Code
Subject
2722
Surveying &
Leveling
02
02
Aim:
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
04
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
= 50
The aim of the subject is to introduce the students the aspects of surveying and its
relative use in the field of architecture.
Aspects of surveying for the Architect. Surveying instruments classification by function.

Useful data and formulae.
Scales-Plain scale, diagonal scale, comparative scale, shrunk scale, vernier scale.
Study, test, degree of accuracy, use and care of surveying instruments and accessories.
Site survey techniques: Chain surveying, compass surveying, plain table, theodolite
Leveling and contouring.
I+II+III
100

Note:
Class work and field work of the above subject should be oriented towards the layout
of buildings and preparation of measured drawings. Students should also be taken to site
visits for explaining the practical aspects of surveying.
Semester-Five
Course
Code
3711
Subject
Design - v
L
2
T
8
TCH
10
Theory
Block
I
100
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
18
Practical
Block
II
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+150
Design of imaginative forms to develop the creativity in terms of built form. Design with
application of principles and theory of architectural design and philosophies of contemporary
architects. The attempt is towards developing ones - own language and philosophy of
architecture to guide towards exploring alternative building forms for afferent activities which help
in understanding the relationship of structure and possibilities in building forms. Design problems
should include problems of simple and complex nature i.e. temple, gathering places, exhibition
pavilion, clubs, cafe, community hall, museums, art gallery, pavilion, sport complexes, nursing
homes.
I+II+III
350

Emphasis shall be given more on three dimensional studies to develop an understanding for man
and space relationship and also relevant building bye-laws. There should be variety of problems
in the studio work with changing focus for each problem from theory to construction techniques
(local) and site lay outs, covering organization and detailing of open spaces with the aim to learn
to work with practical limitations. One group exercise of making measure drawings of a building
for documentation. Minimum one time problem is to be attempted in class of 18 hrs duration.
Note: Sessional should be done in the form of drawing sheets and reports for the design projects.
Assessment shall be done on the basis of regular reviews.
Semester - Five
Course
Code
Subject
3712
BUILDING
CONSTRUCTI
ON -IV
L
2
T
4
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
50
50
50+100
250
1. Design and Constructional details of sliding, sliding folding, revolving doors, swing doors
and sliding windows in timber.
2. Design and construction details of fix glazing, side hung doors, in aluminum, fully glass
door, rolling shutter and collapsible shutter.
3. Study of metal and aluminum sectioned curtain wall.
4. Study of steel railing, jalis, grills, staircase and ladders. Study of compound wall
(advanced type) with security arrangement, study of wicket gate and large entrance gates
rolling on wheels.
5. Study of expansion joints, water proofing and roof light. Study of details of various
methods of facade treatment and interior finishes.

Note: i) There should be regular site visits to buildings under construction or constructed to
ii) Minimum 8 sheets shall be prepared out of which two may be in sketch form (scaled).
Semester Five
Course
Code
3713
Subject
Building
Services - I
L
2
T
2
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
50
03
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20
+30
Building Services-I (water supply & sanitation)

A)
SANITATION
1.
Basic principles of sanitation, introduction to modern plumbing system. Study of Indian

standards and plumbing bye laws. General introduction to various sanitary fitting &
fixtures their placement and functions. Study of internal & external drainage system
including study of duct for large variety of buildings including small residences,
apartments, block of houses, public buildings etc.
2.
Study of various types of sanitary pipes, construction of joints and laying of pipes. Study
of traps, inspection chamber, man hole, septic tanks, soak pit and public sewage line.
Study of various stages of disposal of domestic effluent from fitting to sewer line. Study of
I+II+III
100

"Sulabha" complex & other "CBRI" toilet details. Study of storm water disposal in various
buildings and road side.
3.
Importance of sanitary services in the economics of buildings, planning & design disposal
of city effluent, various treatment methods of city effluent and recycle t>f waste water.
Study of refuse chutes in multistoried buildings and collection of refuse and recycle of city
solid wastes.
B)
WATER SUPPLY:
4.
Study of sources of water and water treatment for city domestic purpose. Study of quality
of potable water.
5.
Study of Indian standards and water supply network. Architectural approach to plan the
domestic water storage facilities and water distribution system in a buildings.
Note: Sessional will be prepared in the form of sanitation schemes, water supply schemes and
design of toilets of the given buildings or buildings.
Semester Five
Course
Code
3714
Subject
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Principle of
Human
Settlement
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
03
20+30
100
The course aims at familiarizing, the student with the social, economical and
organizational setup with respect to the national, regional and local levels as a context in which
his architectural product is likely to be placed. This will also provide the necessary background of
making informed choices for further studies in related specialized disciplines, special reference to
the problems of urban places in India and global environmental concerns.
Sociology, man, environment, man and society, rural society, village community,
traditional patterns and trends of change, the concept of social stratification, urbanism,
urbanization and modernization, concept of social structure, cultural and social institutions,

distinctive nature of a sociological approach, a relationship between social structure and special
structure.
Semester Five
Course
Code
3715
Subject
Structure V
TCH
Theory
Block
I
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
03
(R.C.C: WORKING STATE METHOD)

(1)
Analysis & Design of singly and doubly reinforced beams.
(2)
Design of T and lintel beams.
(3)
Design of slabs: one way, cantilever, continuous.
(4)
Design of axially loaded column & column footing (isolated)
(5)
Design of stair-cases: Dog-legged & open well.
NOTE:
i) I. S code 456 is permitted in examination
Practical
Block
II
-
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
I+II+III
100

ii) Sessional work should include the analysis and design of simple elements along with
the drawings
Semester Five
Course
Code
3716
Subject
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Landscape
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
03
Practical
Block
II
-
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
1. The objective of this subject is to introduce students about landscape architecture thereby
enhancing the outdoor environmental quality in architectural design.
2. Definition of landscape, its scope and importance in architecture and planning Levels of
landscape planning.
3. Brief outline of development of gardens in history. The principles and design philosophy of
Mughal & Japanese gardens with examples.
4. Landscape design process, information needed for landscape survey. Land, water &
plants as landscape elements, their functional & aesthetical considerations in landscape
design. Man made elements in landscape design-lamp posts, sign boards, garbage bins,
fences etc.
5. Grading its importance, grading process & methods of estimating earth volumes.
I+II+III
100

6. Slopes for various outdoor functional activities. Surface runoff calculations & design of
surface drainage system. Treatment of ground surfaces, kinds of paving materials.
7. Planting Design-Understanding plant material as a design tool. Design characteristics of
plants. Selection of plant materials for road side plantation, court yards, parking areas, near
water bodies indoor areas etc. Details of establishing & grass lawn. Fertilizers their types &
uses.
Note: Sessional shall be prepared in the form of notes and calculations, drawings etc. as per
above topics
Semester Six
Course
Code
3717
Subject
DESIGN - VI
TCH
Theory
Block
I
10
100
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
18
Practical
Block
II
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+150
This program gives special emphasis on role of technology in architecture. The design projects to
be dealt in the studio should respond to the importance of structure and services including
acoustical treatments;
Exercises related to public buildings i.e. commercial centre, hospital, auditorium, cinema, sports
complex & educational buildings on sloping/ flat sites. Study and incorporation of building byelaws should be complete in this Semester.
Simultaneously, stress should be given on the interior treatment of small and large spaces.
Freedom in design is to be given with preliminary introduction of importance and role of bye laws
I+II+III
350

in building design. Minimum one time problem of 18 hrs. Duration is to be attempted in class, in
addition to the major design problems.
Note: Sessional should be done in the form of drawing sheets and reports for the design projects.
Assessment shall do on the basis of regular reviews.
Semester Six
Course
Code
Subject
3718
BUILDING
CONSTRUCTI
ON - VI
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
50
03
50
50+100
250
1. Shoring.
2. Industrial steel floor (fire proof), jack Arch roofing, stone slab roofing, stone stairs, stone floor on
girder.
3. Steel roofs-types.
4. Precast components (C.B.R.I.)
5. Design& construction details of domestic furniture in timber & hollow tube sections.
Minimum 8 sheets shall be prepared out of which two may be in sketch form (scaled).
Semester Six
Course
Code
3719
Subject
BUILDING
SERVICES-II
TCH
Theory
Block
I
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
03
20+30
100
SECTION -A: ELECTRICAL

1. Fundamentals of electricity, Principles of wiring.
2. Fitting and accessories used in electrical installation of buildings including water proof
and spark proof installation. Schematic diagrams of installation for different building types,
lighting conductors, earthling, distribution & calculation of loads
3. Brief study of electrical appliances, Sub-station, location and space requirement, relevant
electricity board rules for various types of buildings.
4. Illumination: Laws of illumination. Direct, indirect and semi direct lighting, reflectors,
decorative lighting. Flood lighting and use of artificial lighting as an element in
architectural schemes particularly in exhibitions, cinemas, theaters, concerts, concerts
halls and stadiums.
5. Rules and layout for telephone wiring & connection with EPBX.

SECTION - B: MECHANICAL
1. The fundamentals of psychometric and heat transfer. Physiological effects of air
conditioning.
2. Air conditioning methods, systems, types and equipment to maintain the atmosphere at
required temperature, humidity and cleanliness.
3. A.C. duct designing, detailing and layout. (No calculations required)
4. Lifts, moving walkways and escalators, layout of lifts and or escalators in buildings.
5. Apparatus and system of alarms, firefighting equipments, fire fighting bye-laws governing
various types of public buildings, fire escape staircases.
SECTION C : ACOUSTICS
1. Fundamental charattics of sound; it behaviors in enclosed spaces in general and few enclosed
functional spaces in particular with out involving much of methmetcal complexity. Nee to study
acoustics. Development of this science through different period. Pioneers and their works
2. properties of sound . its origin, propagation, and sensation. Defecation of sound. Behaviors of
sound with respect to various surfaces and in an enclosed space.
3. various sound absorbing materials, panel absorbing, porous materials, and cavity resonators.
4. Reverberation Sabine formula sound application system. Construction and planning masseurs
for good acoustical design
5. Effect of noise on men. Physiological, and Physiological principles of noise control including
acoustic lent , insulation for various domestic services and industrial fittings and constructions.
Notes: Sessional will be in the form of notes, home assignments, drawings/layout exercises and
case studies if required.
Semester Six
Course
Code
Subject
3720
SPECIFICATIO
N
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
50
03
20+30
100
A.
1. Importance of specifications in the building activities, method of writing correct order
and sequence of use of materials, use of Indian Standard Specifications and P.W.D.
specifications
2. Primary consideration
for
selection
of
materials
for
various
applications.
Specifications of basic materials required in residential buildings, such as bricks,

stones, concrete, RCC, plastering and various finishes, roofing material timber work,
flooring materials, glazing, metals such as steel, brass, aluminum etc
B. SPECIFICATIONS OF WORKS:
1. Specifications of works for a residential building of load bearing type and or
RCC/framed type.

2. Specifications of works of construction of steel and RCC structures, ceiling and
partitions, paneling, insulation and water proofing
3. Specifications for services such as drainage, water supply, electrical installations.
Note: The Sessional work will include notes, tests, and home assignments particularly about
proprietary materials along with manufacturer's specification
Semester Six
Course
Code
Subject
3721
STRUCTURE VI
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
50
03
20+30
100
(R.C.C: LIMIT STATE METHOD)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Design of combined footing (Rectangular and Strap).

Design of flat slab.
Design of two way slab (simply supported and continuous).
Design of column (Biaxial bending) (By using S. P. 16).
Pre-stress & Prestressing methods.
NOTE: i) I. S code 456 is permitted in examination.

ii) Sessional work should include the analysis and design of simple elements along with
the drawings
Semester Six
Course
Code
3722
Subject
TCH
Theory
Block
I
WORKING
DRAWING
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
03
50
100
The aim of this subject is to understand the importance of drawings, the methodologies, etc. for
executing
1. the drawing. This also requires standard mode of presentation of drawing.
2. Introduction to various building components and precise purpose of set of working
drawings. Study of each drawing with reference to specifications & schedules of structure,
services i.e. electrical, water supply, sanitation, air conditioning and communication.
3. Preparation of neck lists as guide for list of working drawings. Study of building bye-laws
for various construction details & fire protection. Method of representing various contents
& specific information in working drawings.
4. Preparation of municipal drawings and importance of working drawing as a legal
document and tender document.
5. Preparation of municipal drawings and working drawing as a legal and tender document.
6. One set of working drawing of students own previous / current design.

Note: Sessional shall be in the form of full set of working drawing and design details of given
building plan. The Sessional marks will be based upon the portfolio submitted and internal viva.
Semester Seven
Course
Code
4711
Subject
DESIGN - VII
TCH
Theory
Block
I
10
100
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
24
Practical
Block
II
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+150
1. In the design studio, stress is to be given on building design with use of modern technology.
Multistoried building with use of lifts, escalators, air condition etc. stress is also to be given on
detailing of the services, parking and fire fighting.
2. Problem should be of different nature in terms of scale, site potentials and constraints eg.
Factories, studios, computer centers, hotel, offices, apartment, commercial centres etc One-time
24 hrs Duration should be done.
Note: Sessional should be done in form of drawings, models, and audio-visuals. The evaluation
should be done on the basis of regular reviews.
I+II+III
350
Semester - Seven
Course
Code
Subject
4712
Building
Construction Vii
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
50
03
50
50+100
250
1.
North Light roof trusses.
2.
Monitor type trusses and Industrial roofing in R.C.C.
3.
Tubular trusses and built- in trusses in steel. Industrial glazing, patented glazing,
industrial cladding.
4.
Canopies in timber, steel and R.C.C. covered ways in steel & R.C.C.
5.
Advance foundation types such as pile, raft, grillage etc.
Note:
Minimum 8 sheets shall be prepared out of which two may be in sketch form (scaled).
Sessional shall be prepared in thb form of drawings on the above mentioned topics.
Semester Seven
Course
Code
4714
Subject
Estimating &
Costing
TCH
Theory
Block
I
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
03
20+30
100
1. Introduction to quantity surveying, methods of preparing estimates, data required for

framing an estimate, types of estimates.
2. Menstruation, standard mode of measurements, schedule of rates commercial
abbreviations. Methods and procedure of taking off abstractions, working up and billing.
Examples and exercises in taking in all items from excavation to painting including R.C.C.
and steel work.
3. Rate analysis, cost of materials and labour for various works, detailed rate analysis of
important items of construction work. Measurement of work for interim and final
certificates of payments to contractors.
4. General terms: Administrative approval technical sanction, competent authority, deposit
works, issue rates, payment on accounts, suspense accounts, impress, indent of stores,
muster roll, measurement book, materials site account, stock account, establishment
charge etc.
5. Method and contents of technical report for obtaining technical/financial sanction.
Note: Sessional are to be prepared in the form of exercises and small reports on above
mentioned topics
Semester Seven
Course
Code
4715
Subject
TCH
Theory
Block
I
TOWN
PLANNING
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
03
20+30
100
This course is intended to give elementary knowledge of subject pertaining to its history, scope,
general Principles, acts and bye-laws.
1.
Meaning and level of planning, scope and objectives, development of planning thought, a
brief historical survey of town and cities planned in various periods of world history with
special references to development & growth of towns in India.
2.
General principles of planning, elements of city plans (communication, open spaces, land
use etc), neighborhood, garden city movement, surveys for planning.
3.
Planning Acts, Building bye-laws, State by-laws, Land Acquisition Act, Urban land ceiling
Act and other important State Acts.
4.
New towns: Chandigarh, Gandhi Nagar, Industrial townships etc.
5.
Introduction to various planning processes. Master plan and its components. Zoning:
need and advantages
Note: Problem/Studio work: Design of small town planning schemes, site layouts in urban areas
and village schemes
Semester Seven
Course
Code
4716
Subject
Elec. I
TCH
Theory
Block
I
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
03
Practical
Block
II
-
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
1. INTERIOR DESIGN
1.
Understanding the need for design interiors Effect of build spaces/interior spaces on
human psyche. Historical background of interior design and international perspective.
2.
Interior space character, classification categories and quality. Elements of interior space.
The built environment, the living interiors in today's context.
3.
Space, form, color, abstract, spatial expression. The base lane, the overhead plane, the
verticals, the intermediates. Visual aspects, visual control, illusions. Visual art
appreciation: A brief look of Major Art Movements that have affected design.
4.
Interior climate, orientation of interior space with respect to outdoor climatic forces.
Outdoor climate study, study of micro climate. Spatial layout for best comforting doors
with respect to natural climate. Air movement, natural illumination, natural
heating/cooling, artificial interior environment- artificial illumination, artificial climate, air
conditioning etc.
5.
Elements of interior design: A study of the latest available, materials, furniture/fittings,

past, present and future and international perspective. Water and plants in interior design.
Drainage, plant species, plant care etc. Sound modulation in interior spaces. Practical
examples and exercise for all the above.
2. BUILDING ECONOMICS & SOCIOLOGY

Section A Building Economics
I+II+III
100

Introduction: Broad features of Indian economy, economic significance, features in
development plans, Macroeconomic concepts & their application, Money & Banking functions,
factors of production such as land, labour, building industries and money and management etc.
1.
Land Economics: Land as a limited resource, demand for land development and need
for its conversation, public policies for land utilization and land development, theories of land
values, land acts & problems in land acquisition & land development programme etc.
2.
Building Economics: Building efficiency and cost reduction through planning, design of
building components, use of new materials and innovative construction etc. rent & other building
acts, economics of high rise buildings etc.
3.
SECTION-B: Sociology
Introduction: Man, his social and physical environment, social groups and social
structure and problems, cultural heritage, rituals and community gatherings etc.
1.
2. Urbanization: Trends and characteristics, dynamics of urban growth and social changes,
urban attitudes, values and behaviour, review of commission's report etc.
Note: Design problems in interior design to bring out the originality, innovativeness and the best
of imagination from the students, preparation of scrap books
3. Site Planning
Site Planning, Its Interpretations, Scope Its Importance Natural & Man -Made Environment.
Ecosystem, Ecological Balance, Interaction Between Built Environment & Ecosystem, Ecological
Approach To Design.
Natural Resources, Land, Water & Plants, Their Environmental & Ecological Considerations.
Macro & Micro Climate, Microclimatic Analysis, Climatic Elements & Their Modification.
Site Selection Criteria, Site Survey, Inventory A Analysis, Site Planning Process. Site
Development, Guidelines For Excavation & Grading, Circulation, Site Drainage, Water Supply,
Vegetation Cover & Landscape Furnishings.
Circulation Systems: Types, Hierarchy & Layout Patterns, Planning & Design Criteria For
Pedestrian Movement, Vehicular Movement & Parking Areas.
Buildings & Outdoor Spaces, Their Relationships Composition, Elements Of Visual Design-Point,
Line, Form, Colour & Texture Site Volumes, Enclosures, Site Structure Expression.
Sessional Work To Be Carried Out On Site Planning Scheme For Any One Of The Building Types
Like Housing, Religious Complex, Institutional Building, Industry, Sports Centre Etc. In The Form
Of Report & Drawings.
4. Advanced Building Services
After Learning the Fundamentals At Junior Level, The Student Will Be Taught All Those Details
Which Are Necessary For Any Project With A Stress On Saving Energy And Regeneration
Techniques
Water Supply and Sanitation. Water Supply For Group Housing, Urban Complexes Etc.
Computing Demand And Special Demands (High Rise Buildings, Swimming Pools, Air
Conditioning Plants, Fire Prevention Etc.) And Design Of Distribution System
Semester Eight
Course
Code
4717
Subject
DESIGN VIII
TCH
Theory
Block
I
10
100
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
18
Practical
Block
II
50
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
50+150
Design studio programme in this semester should focus on urban and metropolitan problems.
The design problem may be of large scale, handling of a group of buildings or a cluster of
buildings, preferably urban jr\ nature to develop an understanding for problem associated with
site planning, layout of roads and services, traffic pollution, land use etc. A visual and functional
study of urban space In use, urban activities, services and evolution of various spaces. A time
problem of 24 hours duration shall be done.
Note: The Sessional should be in the form of drawings, models & audio-visuals. The evaluations
should be done in intermediate reviews consisting of internal and external experts
I+II+III
350
Semester Eight
Course
Code
Subject
4718
AD. BUILDING
CONSTRUCTI
ON - II
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
50
03
50
50+100
250
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Design and drawing of constructional details of:

Shop fronts, including interior of shops for storing display.
Suspended ceilings & false flooring for services.
Partitions & screens.
Wall paneling. Sound proof construction including various types of materials and
construction details. Various interior and exterior surface treatments such as cladding,
lining, rendering etc.
6. Design details of different types of counters for various shops, banks, post offices,
jewelers, general merchandise, bar counters.etc.
ii) Minimum 8 sheets shall be prepared out of winch two may be in sketch form (scaled
Semester Eight
Course
Code
4719
Subject
Green
Architecture
TCH
Theory
Block
I
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
03
20+30
100
Green Architecture
The aim of the course is to orient the students in the environmental paradigms which has assume
/
Important role in planning and development of human settlements.
1.
Different environmental planning factors, parameters, standards & ecology. Global

environmental facets effects and causes thereof.
2.
Evaluating factors such as pollution-air, water and solid waste. Its adverse impact on
environment, methods to ensure sustainable conditions at planning stage.
3.
Environmental considerations at the planning stage, environmental policy and law

legislations enacted to-safeguard the environment.
4.
Advance techniques and tools for predicting environmental constrains.
5.
Environmental impact assessment its importance and methods.
Semester- Eight
Course
Code
Subject
4720
PROFESSION
AL PRACTICE
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
50
03
20+30
100
1. Introduction to Architectural Profession, Role of Professional Bodies, the Architects

Registration Act, 1972.
2. The duties, liabilities and relationships of client, contractor and other technicians. The
code of professional conducts and conditions of engagement of Architects. Scale of
remuneration for Architectural services and mode of payments.
3. Types of tenders, tendering process, Execution of contract, Problems in operation of
contract.
4. Architectural
competitions,
office
organization,
administration
&
management,
documentation &maintenance of accounts. Arbitration, Easement and laws relating works.

Valuation, Dilapidation and waste.
5. Office organization and administration, nature of partnership, registration and dissolution
of firms. Statutory obligations, office management, filing of documents and drawings,
accounts and audits, staff personals, their salaries, incentives etc
Semester Eight
Course
Code
4722
Subject
ELEC- II
TCH
Theory
Block
I
50
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
03
Practical
Block
II
-
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
20+30
INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE AND TOWN PLANNING BUNDELKHAND UNIVERSITY,

JHANSI
COURSE OF STUDY AND SCHEME OF EXAMINATION
BATCHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
SEMESTER-VIII
Ective-ll (Any one out of four electives offered)
Project Management
1.
Introduction: Introduction to project management concepts, objectives, goals and different

aspects of management. Traditional management system, Gantt's approach, bar charts,
project programming, time estimates etc.
2.
Project programming, resource balancing, phasing of activities, programme scheduling,

project control, reviewing, updating and monitoring, modern management concepts.
3.
Project Assessment & project cost, jobs size, divisions of responsibilities, liaison with
owners and their representatives, feasibility study, project report, construction financing
facilities etc.
4.
Construction Management: Conditions of contract, their applications, quality and quantity

controls, time and cash contract, recording, checking and certifying with coordination of
all building activities
5.
Project Monitoring: C.B.M., P.E.R.T. & other one-dimensional techniques for project
planning scheduling and control.
I+II+III
100

URBAN DESIGN
2.
Definition of Urban Design, scope of urban design in Indian context and its integration
with urban planning.
3.
Historical development and approach to Urban Design, spatial design, classical,

functional ornamental etc. space orders.
4.
Urban form and its elements, visual order of forms, sequence, scale, visual space
dynamics. The various surveys needed to document visual aspects of environments.
5.
Urban design concepts of Dioxides,, Sarinen, Kelvin Linch, Le Corbusier and others.
6.
Urban structure and design rational inter- relationship economic activities, public
organization, communication systems Urban conservation and land use structure
Note: In light of above mentioned course content, Sessional should be oriented towards live
case- studies and their proposal formations. Review of New town development in
India/abroad. Selected case studies of towns/city center s redevelopment projects.
URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING
1.
Role of Urban and regional planning at national level, metro level concepts, Basic
planning, settlements/theories/models etc.
2.
Socio-cultural and land use planning, general principles, survey techniques, Utopian
thoughts/ models for planning and their relevance in Indian context.
3.
Planning norms and development norms for urban and regional approaches/techniques
of development for existing areas and renewal schemes, conservation and development.
4.
Transportation modes, planning and development survey? techniques etc.
5.
Review of regional plans.
INTELLEGENT BUILDINGS
1.
Introduction & Origins of the Intelligent Building Concept:

Definition and characteristics of Intelligent Buildings, A brief history of the Development of
I.B.
Concept through recent times highlighting.
Automated buildings (1981-1985)
Responsive buildings (1986-1991)
Effective Buildings (1992-1997)
Study of Concepts of Building Management (facility management), Effective Space
Management, Business management and the various models of Building Intelligence.
2.
Technology Evolution and the IT market place:

Present technological context, Exploration of user IT systems, IT demands on building
and services, Building Control systems, study of development of Computer Integrated
Building from single function systems to integrated solutions.
3.
Key Issues for Intelligent Buildings:

Multiple activity settings, Generic analysis of space utilization, Models for shared space
use. The development of briefing process including design activity and building element
life- cycles, the match between organizational requirements and building technologies, A
brief study related to Site issues, Shell issues, Skin issues, Building services and
technology issues.

Managing the Building:
4.
Study and importance of facility management planning & operation techniques.

Intelligent Design & Construction:
5.
Client expectations, use of IT for effective communication of architectural ideas to clients,

locating people and information, introduction to building efficiency studies with respect to
life cycle costs. Assignments:
There will be study assignments given to students on Unit 3 & 5.
Note: The Sessional work will include collection of information from various sources
including treatises in vernacular languages, case studies of auspicious/non auspicious building
and application of vastushastra in new, designs/plans.
Semester Nine
Course
Code
Subject
5711
Design Thesis
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
200
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
200
OBJECTIVES
All the four years of learning architectural design and allied subjects. Culminate in design thesis
project to motivate a student in investigative attitude individual methodology, thus to train in
handling projects independently.
PROJECT
Each student will select a subject of an architectural interest in consultation with the committee
appointed by the Head / Principal of the Dept. /Institution. The subject will have to be approved at
the beginning of the eighth semester. The evolution of the this is project will be continuous and
the student will have to give atleast three seminars/ submissions before the final submission. The
thesis project shall be submitted in the - form of bound report, drawings, models etc. in a manner
as stipulated in THESIS MANUAL on the date prescribed by the University.
Student at X semester have to prepare a detail thesis Project which should incorporate as much
as possible the elements of Research and Modern Techniques Tools of Science, Technology &
Engineering. The Project thus allotted to the students should be specific and clear goal oriented.
Theoretical / Study Research should be given preference.
Constitution of the Jury:
I+II+III
400

a) Internal jury for the award of Sessional: Since Thesis Project A-511 is a comprehensive in
nature and completed at the time of final jury. The marks of Sessional awards are proposed as
follows:
i.
60 % award on internal! Assessment.
ii. 40% award on Final external jury.
The internal Jury will be of six stages of equal Marks it i.e. 10% of the overall Sessional Marks
allotted in the Scheme.
The internal assessments should be as follows:
Stage-1 First Review (Literature, Data Collection and Site Study)
Stage- II Second Review (Case Study Analysis & Inferences )
Stage- III Third Review (Finalization of Requirement and Conceptual Design)
Stage- IV Fourth Review (Revised Conceptual)
Stage- V Fifth Review (Pre-Final Drawing and Draft Report)
Stage-VI Internal Final Review (Submission of all Drawings, Draft Report and Model) The
Institute should prepare Thesis manual on the basis of their School thought and Local
Infrastructure condition and incorporate the above stages accordingly. Institute should preferably
adopt Practicing Architect/ Professional / Educationist at each stage of internal Jury.
b) The external Jury ( Final VIVA / VOCE) Will be conducted at the end of semester/ Completion
of Thesis Project
The constitution of External Final Jury should be as follows:
2. Three External Examiners out of which at least one should be from Profession/ Practicing
Architect. The examiner from Profession / Practice should be expert in the Project Students have
dealt with.
3. The Internal Members of the Jury will be as follows:
(a) Head of the Architecture/ Deptt. / School, Project Guide/ One Professor, One Reader, One
Lecturer by Rotation every Year.
Semester Nine
Course
Code
5712
Subject
General Prof.
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
100
The student's overall record regarding academic and particularly co-curricular activities such as
participation in cultural, sports, NASA, NCC, NSS, right from first year will be taken into account
for the evaluation. Besides academic attainments, achievements in the before said aspects will be
given stipulated marking.
I+II+III
100
Semester Ten
Course
Code
5713
Subject
Professional
Training
TCH
Theory
Block
I
Theory
Exam
Duration
(Hrs.)
Practical
Block
II
Internal
Assessment
MST + TW/S
III
I+II+III
200
300
500
Students at this stage have to undergo training at a Private/Public Sector/Govt. Office under an
Architect (Architect registered with COA) for a minimum period of 21 weeks. The Sessional work
to be named as training report and to be submitted in binded form along with all drawings etc.
dealt at the office by the students.
Practical Examination VIVA / VOCE to be conducted by the following members in place of existing
single external examiner:
a. External Examiner: Two Nos.
One from Profession / Practicing Architect and other from Teaching Profession. The external
should not be related to the students in any form i.e. not from the organization-in which any of the
students of the institute have taken training.
b. Internal Examiner: Two Nos.

Head of the Department / School of Architecture and Professor In-charge Training / T & P Officer
of the institute.
The VIVA / VOCE should be in the form / seminar on the work carried out at the office.

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Institute of Architecture & Town Planning, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi

Introduction to the subject and its importance to the architecture

Primary elements: Point, line, plane, and volumetric elements.

(two dimensional) primary solids, variations in forms, Surface

Design of floor patterns, wall textures, posters, banners, signage etc.

Design of meaningful composition and transformation using 2D & 3D objects

Application of above on two and three-dimensional compositions, Indoor and outdoor

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Grammar-Tenses, Types of sentences, clause analysis, reported speech, models,

Precise, essay and paragraph writing.

Technical report and letter writing

Aesthetic and critical writing.

Communication skills in architecture through write up and graphics, graphs, sketches

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Concurrent, non concurrent and co-planer forces, composition and resolution of

laws of forces, moments and couples, conditions of equilibrium.

Centre of gravity and moment of

parallel and perpendicular axes theorem

Stresses in composite sections.

Direct and bending stresses in beams

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Introduction and Fundamentals computer (Historical background ) Binary

system, Hardware and Software, Block Diagram of representation of Computer CPU

Sessionals should be in the form of small exercises and written assignments.

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Anthropometrics study and analysis, Aspects of area determination &area relationship,

Relationship between occupied and unoccupied spaces

Design of building elements i.e. doors, windows, canopies, arches, etc.

Design of classrooms, labs, STD booth, kiosks, bus stop etc

Minimum four-time problem of 6 hrs, duration is to be conducted in class other

Institute of Architecture & Town Planning, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi

The aim of the subject is to introduce the students about fundamentals of 3D

visualization, Realistic expression of ideas and presentation of architectural drawing.

Complex Projections: Interpenetration of solids, development of surfaces with or without

Angular Projections: Isometric, axonometric and oblique projections.

Perspective projections: Introduction to basic terms, principles, types and techniques of

Two point perspective of simple objects (drafted & free hand)

Institute of Architecture & Town Planning, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi

There should be regular site visits to buildings under construction or constructed to

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Analysis and stability of retaining walls: ( Rectangular, Trapezoidal only)

Steel Joints and connections

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Cutting, bending and jointing of

(ferrous / non ferrous metals) sheets, flats, bars,

Painting & polishing:

Introduction to photography, use of camera, basic dark room technique in Architectural

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Introduction of architectural designs with an approach of functional understanding and

Understanding of provision of proper daylight and ventilation in buildings

Application of design principles i.e. rhythm, balance, scale, proportions etc

Design of small residence and other shelter with above parameters

Design of small shopping areas, canteen, kiosks etc

Design of dispensary, primary health clinic, small school etc

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Sciography of two-dimensional objects in plan and elevation.

Sciography of three dimensional objects in plan, elevation and views, (Isometric,

Introduction to software- AUTOCAD, ArchiCad, Photoshop and 3D MAX.

Preparation of 2D presentation drawing using AUTOCAD & ArchiCad.

Preparation of 3d drawing using AUTOCAD & 3D MAX.

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