MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,

BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

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 BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE PROGRAMME
The program shall be called Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch.) and shall be of 5-years
duration. Classes for 1st year of a 5-year B.Arch. course shall not commence later than the
1st working day in the month of September of a calendar year (Prescribed under the
Minimum Standards of Architectural Education, 2008; under section 21 of the Architects
Act, 1972).

Nature of Study
Architecture is the design, visualization, aesthetic coordination, structural conceptualization,
specification and supervision and giving responsible direction to the erection of buildings
and built environments, effected through the medium of plans, specifications,
investigations, consultations, contract documents and evaluations.

The profession/practice of architecture encompasses the provision/delivery of services in

relation with the site, design, physical planning, construction, addition, alteration,
renovation, remodelling, restoration, conservation or adaptive reuse of a building or a group
of buildings.

Program Objectives
The objectives of the 5-year Bachelor of Architecture program are aimed at integrating
knowledge based and skill based pedagogies in a balanced manner, essential to enable the
students to become responsive and sensitive architects. With this in mind the objectives are
directed towards the following:

1. Understanding the basic philosophy and fundamental principles of the

multidimensional aspects and multi-faceted nature of architecture.
2. Preparing the students to acquire and enhance creative problem solving skills
including critical thinking and assessment and developing design concepts and
solutions and presentation of these skills.
3. Performing standard proficiencies, in harmony with the scope of local practice of
architecture in particular and the global practice in general i.e. making the student
market ready or employable.
4. Preparing the students to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary/inter-disciplinary
team in the building industry, by providing 360° knowledge of architecture.
5. Directing and focusing the thrust of architecture education to the needs and
demands of society and its integration for social, economic, cultural, and
environmental aspects of nation building.
6. Instilling receptiveness to new ideas and knowledge and infusing a sense of scientific
research.

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 7. Developing the overall personality and professional confidence of the student
towards all the stakeholders in the building industry.
Learning Outcomes
The objectives of the program are translated into a number of learning outcomes. These
outcomes are directly related to the profession of architecture, the way it is practiced in the
country and the knowledge components that are necessary for enabling such practice.
Towards the end, the students who complete this program will possess the ability to:

1. Understand the real-life situation in architectural practice and recognize the dialectic
relationship between people and the built environment (especially with reference to
the Indian sub-continent) with reference to their needs, values, behavioural norms,
and social patterns.
2. Thrive in a rigorous intellectual climate which promotes inquiry through design
research.
3. Work collaboratively toward synthetic design resolution which integrates an
understanding of the requirements, contextual and environmental connections,
technological systems and historical meaning with responsible approach to
environmental, historical and cultural conservation.
4. Apply visual and verbal communication skills at various stages of the design and
delivery process.
5. Produce professional quality graphic presentations and technical
drawings/documents.
6. Critically analyse building designs and conduct post-occupancy evaluations.
7. Work in a manner that is consistent with the accepted professional standards and
ethical responsibilities.
8. Work in collaboration with and as an integral member of multi-
disciplinary/interdisciplinary design and execution teams in the building industry.
9. Conduct independent and directed research to gather information related to the
problems in architecture and allied fields.

Mapping of Program Objectives (PO) and Learning Outcomes (LO)

A broad relation between the programme objectives and the outcome is shown below.

LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9

PO1 ✔ ✔ ✔
PO2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
PO3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
PO4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
PO5 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

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PO6 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
PO7 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
System of Subject Coding
Simplified Coding pattern is generated to identify the semester, year of the semester and
subject number. The coding composed of seven alpha numeric characters. First three
characters ‘ARC’ indicate the branch as Architecture. Fourth numeric character indicate the
year of the semester and Fifth numeric character indicate the semester. Sixth and Seventh
numeric characters indicate subject number.

Example no Coding Explanation

1 ARC 1101 ARC = Architecture, 11 = First year first semester,

01 = First subject of the semester
2 ARC 2102 ARC = Architecture, 21 = Second year first semester,
02 = Second subject of the semester
3 ARC 3203 ARC = Architecture, 32 = Third year second semester,
03 = Third subject of the semester

There are elective subjects available from sixth semester with the following coding.

Example no Coding Explanation

1 ARC 301 ARC = Architecture, 301 = Indicates the subject number.

2 ARC 311 ARC = Architecture, 311 = Indicates the subject number.

There are specialised subjects taught by other departments in B.Arch with the following
coding.

Example no Coding Explanation

1 SPR 1107 SPR = Subject taken by Sports dept., 11 = First year first
ARC semester, 07 = Seventh subject of the semester,
ARC = Architecture
2 CIV 1206 ARC CIV = Subject taken by Civil Engg. dept., 12 = Firstyear
second semester, 06 = Sixth subject of the semester,
ARC = Architecture

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3 EE 3107 ARC EE = Subject taken by Electrical Engg. dept., 31 = Third year
first semester, 07 = Seventh subject of the semester,
ARC = Architecture

All subjects have different components like L-lecture, T-tutorial, P-practical/ studio and all
are given equivalent credits as per the contact hours.

Lecture (L) Lecture is a one- way mode of delivering information to students, usually
delivered by the faculty. The student can ask for doubts related to the lecture for better
understanding during or after the lecture and the faculty can conduct tests or ask questions
to the students related to the lecture.

Tutorial (T) One-to-one practice sessions conducted by and with faculty member are
tutorials.

Practical/ Studio (P/S) Practical / Studios are sessions where students use various modes
and mediums to cater to problems/assignments individually or as a group in consultation
and frequent discussions with the faculty.

Defining Credits
One Lecture period / Hour 1 credit

Two Tutorial period / Hours 1 credit

Two Practical period / Hours 1 credit

One Design studio / Construction studio / 1.5 credits

thesis period / Hour

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Scheme
FIRST YEAR
First Semester

Second Semester

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 SECOND YEAR
Third Semester

Fourth Semester

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 THIRD YEAR
Fifth Semester

Sixth Semester

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 FOURTH YEAR
Seventh Semester

Eighth Semester

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 FIFTH YEAR
Ninth Semester

Tenth Semester

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 MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

First Semester

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 First Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: I Year: I
Name of Course: Architectural Design Project–1
Course Code: ARC 1101
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce the student to architecture as a discipline.
2. Make students aware of basic vocabulary and various facets of design.
3. Familiarize the students with human scale, basic ergonomics; develop perception and
comprehension of space and form.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Defining and introducing architecture as a profession. Skills and traits for architects.
2. Introducing elements and principles of Basic Design. Colour theory and application in
design. Exercises on two dimensional compositions.
3. Parameters of design, human activity, use of spaces and users. Interrelationship of
architectural space to form, structure, materials and to a context. Concepts of space and
form. Exercises based on freehand sketching and observation studies.
4. Anthropometrics and ergonomics: Human body as a basis of measurement. Relating space
and self. Human scale, basic ergonomics; measurement and perception of movement,
activity, and spaces. Different methods and systems (Local, traditional and modern) of
measurement based on Human body and proportions. Exercises on anthropometric studies
for postures, single/multiple persons and activities.
5. Study of a given space through elementary measured drawings, sketching and
photography. Application of knowledge of anthropometry can be incorporated in the
design of furniture items, building elements, door, window, ventilators, main gate, railings,
boundary etc.
6. Design of basic shelter with creative use of form(s) for specific function(s). Design exercise
may include single/multi activity spaces like hostel room, exhibition stall, drinking water
fountain, information kiosk, food stall etc.
7. Study Tour- A study tour/site visits should be conducted during the semester as per the
requirement of design studio/project.
8. Keywords: Design elements and Principles, Human scale, Anthropometrics, Ergonomics,
Space and form
Course Outcomes: Students will
1. Understand basic vocabulary of design.
2. Design basic furniture items and their spatial layout keeping optimum utilization of space
and human comfort in mind.
3. Formulate a design process for architectural design of single activity space for users and
demonstrate the same in the form of design proposal.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Design and architecture ( General information/Introduction)
2. Studio: Interactive session on design and architecture. (Small exercises)
3. Different tools /mediums and methods documentation in architecture
4. Observation and perception
5. Studio: Visit to surrounding areas. Observation study
6. Studio: Working on the assignment/Demonstration by instructor/teacher
7. Studio: Discussion/presentation/Feedback
8. Drawing: a language, skill, technique and art. Basic terminology

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 9. Studio: Freehand Sketching (memory sketches, objects, building, monuments, building
elements, street furniture, trees etc.)
10. Studio: Working on the assignment/Demonstration by instructor/teacher
11. Studio: Presentation/review
12. Design principles and elements
13. Studio: Study of basic elements of space making and their characteristics/ qualities
14. Colour theory and colour for design and architecture
15. Studio: Design of two dimensional compositions/Exercises based on colour theory
16. Studio: Presentation/review
17. Human scale & understanding proportions: Different systems/methods of measurement
18. Studio: Study of different examples from familiar areas/ Buildings/ making models
19. Introduction of Anthropometry and ergonomics
20. Studio: Studies based on proportions, human body, postures and activities
21. Studio: Presentation/review
22. Understanding user, comfort, activities and space
23. Studio: Documentation of activities performed by single/multiple persons
24. Studio: Interactive group activity in the class
25. Design and human comfort: introducing importance of function
26. Studio: Study of existing examples: own space, public facility, stall, bus shelter etc.
27. Studio: Presentation/review
28. Form, function and creative visualization of forms
29. Studio: Study of simple forms, analysis of qualities and compositions(2D and 3D)
30. Design Process: important contributors ( Interactive session and discussion)
31. Studio: Examples/study of a defined function/Object/building element/Furniture i.e. shelf,
chair, door handle etc.
32. Studio: study and analysis/discussion
33. Studio: Working on different solutions/ alternatives
34. Studio: Presentation/review
35. Design of a small shelter (Application and integration of above all)
36. Studio: Small shelter( Kiosk /stall/bus stop) for a defined context and user set
37. Site visit for understanding context and users (case study)
38. Documentation of study
39. Studio: Working on understanding function and development of form
40. Studio: Model making techniques and mediums and different techniques of presentation
41. Studio: Discussion/presentation/Feedback
42. Studio: Model making/Demonstration
43. Studio: Presentation/review
44. Studio: Presentation/review
45. Studio: Preparation of final drawings and model
Book References:
1. Architecture, Form, Space & Order: Francis D.K. Ching,
2. Visual Dictionary of Architecture: Francis D. K Ching.
3. Neufert Architects’ Data
4. Time Saver Standards for Building Types: Joseph De Chiara & John Hancock Callender
5. Understanding Architecture through drawings: Brian Edwards
6. How To Paint And Draw: Bodo W. Jaxtheimer
Web References:
1. Web references shall be recommended by the instructor depending on the nature of design
assignments

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 First Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: I Year: I
Name of Course: Building Materials & Construction - 1
Course Code: ARC 1102
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To have a knowledge of building materials and basic structural systems, their properties
and applications, and their intrinsic relationship to structural systems and environmental
performance.
2. Application of Basic Building Materials in simple situations
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to importance of building construction and knowledge of materials in
architectural practice.
2. Understanding materials for construction like bricks, stones, aggregates, cementing
materials.
3. Brick masonry.
4. Rubble Masonry.
5. Creating openings in walls using lintels and arches.
Course Outcomes:
1. Identify and differentiate types of bricks, stones etc.
2. Type of foundation and load bearing masonry
3. Principles behind lintels and arches and their application
4. Analyse a design decision situation and come up with correct material choice and
construction specification.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to importance of building construction and knowledge of materials in
architectural practice
2. Manufacturing of brick, its sizes over times and in current use
3. Parts of brick, various modules which help in wall construction
4. Manufacturing of Cementing materials, Aggregates and their properties and use
5. Plain cement concrete
6. Mortars and plasters
7. Foundation and its role in buildings
8. Continuous Footing for load bearing walls for various wall thicknesses. Damp proof course
and their use in brick walls
9. Bonds
10. English bond and its rules
11. 1, 1 ½ 2, etc. brick thick wall stopped end
12. L junction for various thickness of walls and various combination of thicknesses in the L
junction
13. T junction for various thickness of walls and various combination of thicknesses in the T
junction
14. Piers and their usage in walls. Attached piers for various thickness of walls and various
combination of thicknesses between the wall and piers
15. Detached piers for various thicknesses and shapes in English bond
16. Flemish bond and its rules
17. 1, 1 ½ 2, etc. brick thick wall stopped end
18. L junction for various thickness of walls and various combination of thicknesses in the L

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 junction
19. T junction for various thickness of walls and various combination of thicknesses in the T
junction
20. Piers and their usage in walls. Attached piers for various thickness of walls and various
combination of thicknesses between the wall and piers
21. Detached piers for various thicknesses and shapes in Flemish bond
22. Specialized bonds
23. Specialized bonds
24. Understanding cavity wall construction
25. Creating jali work in bricks
26. Rubble masonry, type of stones suitable for rubble masonry
27. Continuous Footing for load bearing walls for various wall thicknesses
28. Random rubble masonry in various wall thicknesses
29. Built to course rubble masonry in various wall thicknesses
30. Coursed rubble masonry in various wall thicknesses
31. Ashlars Masonry in various wall thicknesses
32. Creating openings in wall: role of lintels, types of lintels
33. Masonry arches and their parts; types of masonry arches.
34. Semicircular and segmental arch
35. Jack arch
36. Other specialized arches
Book References:
1. W.B. Mc Kay, Building Construction Volume 1 to 4
2. R. Barry, Building Construction Volume 1 to 5
3. Francis Ching D.K., Building Construction Illustrated
4. S.K. Sharma, Civil Engineering construction Materials
5. Sushil Kumar, Building Construction
6. BIS IS: 2212. 1991
7. BIS IS: 1077.1992
Web References:
1.

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 First Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: I Year: I
Name of Course: Architectural Drawing -1
Course Code: ARC 1103
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce and familiarize with the drafting tools and accessories and provide basic
knowledge and skill to draft a drawing manually. The various skill from drawing different
types of line, its intensity and its interpretation, scale of drawing, dimensioning, lettering
techniques, and layout of sheets are developed by various assignments.
2. Visualizing and drawing the geometric forms in different position using orthographic
projections will help the student to understand and develop drawings for various design
proposals.
3. Introduction to 3 Dimension drawing in metric projections, its type and its application will
enhance for communicating the design idea. The idea of development of surfaces will
further give the understanding of 2 Dimension drawings and 3 Dimension models.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to drafting procedures, graphic codes, symbols and architectural lettering.
2. Construction of architectural scales and their application to real objects and drawings (plain
scale, diagonal scale, isometric scale), construction of basic and complex geometrical
shapes.
3. Orthographic projections of simple regular two dimensional shapes, Orthographic
projection of simple, complex solids and hollow objects and sections. Study of
interpenetration of solids and development of surfaces. Isometric, axonometric and oblique
projections.
4. Visual study of the city - artefacts and the urban arts: Understanding of urban form through
study of landmarks and elements of visual interest in the city through interactive learning
process.
Course Outcomes:
1. Clear understanding about plan, elevation and section, as these orthographic projections
are formal language of drawing.
2. To develop the sense of ratio, scale and proportion.
3. To understand drawing system of representing three-dimensional form on paper
4. To understand know-how of drafting instruments and drafting fundamentals A preliminary
introduction to three-dimensional drawing systems (Orthographic projections and
Isometric views) and its application in Architectural drawings.
5. Understanding of urban form through study of landmarks and elements of visual interest in
the citythrough interactive learning processes.
6. To envisage the conceptual and technical framework of geometry as an effective tool for
stimulating creative design thinking in design and technology. To develop interpretive skill
in three-dimensional design related to buildings and their surroundings.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction of syllabus. Association of this subject with architectural prospects.
Introduction about use of instruments.
2. Free hand Line practice as per different angles, as per grades, as per distance, as per strata
and curvilinear nature
3. Using of parallel bars and set squares Line practice as per different angles, as per grades, as
per distance, as per strata and curvilinear nature. Writing work, use of guide lines,

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 dimension lines, hierarchy of writing styles in sheet composition.
4. Geometric construction .i.e bisecting a line, methods to construct regular polygons, special
methods of drawing. Construction of basic and complex geometrical shapes.
5. Introduction of architectural scales and their application to real objects and drawings (plain
scale, diagonal scale, isometric scale).
6. Introduction about plain scales, their uses and method of construction.
7. Some problems associated with Plain scales solved in class.
8. Introduction about diagonal scales, their uses and method of construction.
9. Some problems associated with Diagonal scales solved in class.
10. Architectural Codes and symbols
11. Exercise on codes and symbols
12. Architectural Lettering.
13. Exercise on Architectural lettering
14. Orthographic projections, principle of projections, methods of projections their uses,
different angles perception i.e. four quadrants system, introduction to horizontal planes
and vertical planes.
15. Projections of points
16. Class exercises on projection of points.
17. Projections of straight lines.
18. Class exercises on projection of straight lines
19. Orthographic projections of planes and auxiliary planes
20. Class exercises on projections of planes and auxiliary planes
21. Orthographic projections of simple three dimensional solids .
22. Class exercises on projections of simple three dimensional solids
23. Orthographic projections of combination of solids and hollow solids.
24. Class exercises on projections of combination of solids.
25. Some complex problems of orthographic projection of solids.
26. Introduction to Development of surfaces, model preparation
27. Class exercises on development of solids.
28. Sections of solids, true shapes
29. Class exercises on Sections of solids
30. Class exercises on Sections of solids continued
31. Development of solids and their sections
32. Class exercises on Development of solids
33. Isometrics views
34. Class exercises on Isometrics views of solids
35. Axonometric views
36. Class exercises on Axonometric views of solids
37. Oblique views of solids
38. Class exercises on Oblique views of solids
39. Study of interpenetration of solids.
40. Class exercises on interpenetration of solids
41. Visual study of the city - Artefacts and the urban arts: Understanding of urban form
through study of landmarks and elements of visual interest in the city through interactive
learning processes.
42. Exercise on landmarks and various elements of city.

Book References:
1. Engineering Drawing & Graphics by K. Venugopal.

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 2. Basic Engineering Drawing by RS Rhodes & LB Cook.
3. Engineering Drawing by ND Bhatt.
4. Engineering Drawing by Basant Agrawal & C M Agrawal.
5. Engineering Drawing by P S Gill.
Web References:
1. Web.iitd.ac.in
2. www.nitt.edu
3. www.nptel.ac.in
4. https://swayam.gov.in

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 First Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: I Year: I
Name of Course: History of Art & Culture
Course Code: ARC 1104
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To learn about the various art forms evolved in different socio cultural and geographical
environment in Indian context.
2. To understand in depth the Influence of socio-economic, demographic, political, cultural
and regional influences on the evolution of various styles of art.
3. To discuss the dynamic relationship between society, culture and art.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Prehistoric age - Introducing concepts and beginning of culture and civilization.
Introduction to art and culture ofpre-historic ages along with classification under
Paleolithic age, Mesolithic age, Neolithic ageand the age of metals.
2. Early Civilizations - Introduction to various art forms such as artifacts, mural, sculptures,
paintings etc. of Harappan, Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Greek, Roman and Pre-Columbian
American cultures.
3. Indian civilisation - Introduction to art & culture of ancient Indian Vedic, Buddhist and
Jain culture. Art and culture of Medieval India such as Rajput and Islamic art and culture.
Spread of Indian culture other parts of the world.
4. Medieval Period and Renaissance - Work of various artists like Vinci, Picasso, Husain and
others. Paintings of different eras like Mughal, Rajput etc. Impact of renaissance on art
and culture.
5. Industrial revolution to modern age - Impact of industrial revolution; mass production,
imperialism, colonization, on art and cultureof the world. Modern art and culture
movements; art nouveau, art deco and other.
Course Outcomes:
1. To understand the concept society, culture and civilization.
2. To gain an understanding of anthropological theory and its lateral application.
3. To develop an appreciation for and understanding of cultural difference.
4. To appraise the dynamic relationship between these three attributes.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Sociology and its relationship to architecture
2. Different theories about culture and social identity with reference to architecture
Socio-economic systems
Political systems
Forms of social organization
3. Examples from social life to understand society and sociology
4. Introduction to Prehistoric Age
5. Introducing concepts and beginning of culture and civilization.
6. Introduction to art and culture of pre-historic ages along with classification under
Paleolithic age, Mesolithic age, Neolithic age and the age of metals
7. Introduction to early civilizations
8. Introduction to various art forms such as artifacts, mural, sculptures, paintings etc. of
Harappan, Egyptian, Mesopotamian
9. Introduction to various art forms such as artifacts, mural, sculptures, paintings etc.
Greek, Roman and Pre-Columbian American cultures.

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 10. Introduction to various art forms such as artifacts, mural, sculptures, paintings etc.
Greek, Roman and Pre-Columbian American cultures.
11. Introduction to Indian Civilization
12. Introduction to art & culture of ancient Indian Vedic, Buddhist and Jain culture.
Spread of Indian culture other
parts of the world.
13. Introduction to art & culture of Buddhist
14. Introduction to art & culture of Jainism
15. Art and culture of Medieval India
16. Art and culture of Medieval India
17. Art and culture of Medieval India
18. Art and culture of Medieval India
19. Islamic art and culture.
20. Islamic art and culture.
21. Islamic art and culture.
22. Spread of Indian culture other parts of the world
23. Spread of Indian culture other parts of the world
24. Spread of Indian culture other parts of the world
25. Introduction to Eastern Medieval Period
26. Work of various artists
27. Paintings of different eras like Mughal, Rajput etc
28. Paintings of different eras like Mughal, Rajput etc
29. Paintings of different eras like Mughal, Rajput etc
30. Introduction to Western Medieval Period
31. Work of various artists like Donatello
Leon Battista Alberti
Cimabue
Filippo Brunelleschi
Fra Angelico
Lorenzo Ghiberti
Medieval Women Artists
Hildegard of Bingen
32. Work of various artists
33. Work of various artists
34. Work of various artists
35. Introduction to Indian Renaissance period
36. Various styles like Bengali Renaissance, British Romantic Art etc.
37. Various styles like Bengali Renaissance, British Romantic Art etc.
38. Various styles like Bengali Renaissance, British Romantic Art etc.
39. Introduction to Mughal Architecture and different periods
40. Introduction to Mughal Architecture and different periods
41. Introduction to Industrial revolution to modern age
42. Impact of industrial revolution of historic art forms and neoclassical style
43. Impact of industrial revolution of historic art forms and neoclassical style Great Mosque
(1650–56; Jami Masjid)
44. Works of various artist of neoclassical period
45. Modern art and culture movements; art nouveau, art deco and others
46. Modern art and culture movements; art nouveau, art deco and others
47. Discussion

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 Book References:
1. Gill Robert, Rendering with Pen and ink
2. David, Architecture in Cultural Change: Essays in Built Form and Culture Research
3. Jaxtheimer, How to Paint & Draw
4. Ching Francis D.K., Architecture Graphics
5. Hermione de Almeida and George H. Gilpin, Indian Renaissance: British Romantic Art and
the Prospect of India
6. Said Edward, Orientalism
7. Clark, Kenneth, The Romantic Rebellion: Romantic versus Classic Art
8. Husband, Timothy ,The wild man: medieval myth and symbolism
9. Fletcher, B. A History of Architecture on comparative method. London: CBS.
10. Nutgens, P. The Story of Architecture Phaidon Press, Massachusetts, United States,
London, United Kingdom
11. Giedion, Sigfreid. Space, Time and Architecture
Web References:
1. www.archdaily.com
2. www.coursera.org
3. www.edx.org
4. ocw.mit.edu
5. www.my-mooc.com
6. Oxford Art Online
7. Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals

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 First Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: I Year: I
Name of Course: Environment and Ecology
Course Code: ARC 1105
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To have an understanding of fundamental knowledge about natural and built environment.
2. Fundamental concepts to understand environmental processes.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Fundamentals of Environment & Ecology:
Definitions and concepts; environment, environmental segments, ecosystem, ecology etc.
Introduction to types, characteristic features, structure and function of different
ecosystems (forest, grassland, desert and aquatic ecosystem). Effects of human activities
such as agriculture, housing, industry, mining and transportation activities on environment.
Threats to India’s and the world’s biological diversity.
2. India’s Bio-Geographic Regions:
India’s biological diversity in relation to the physio-geographic regions. Identification of
principal bio-geographic zones of India and their description. Eco-regions of India (floristic
and physiographic). Distinction on the basis of flora and fauna differences in an eco-region.
Evaluation of the importance of biological diversity to all life interconnections between
biological diversity and human life – sustenance.
3. Environmental Degradation and Human Impacts:
Environmental Pollution; definition, causes, effects and control measures of: air pollution,
water pollution, soil pollution, marine pollution, noise pollution, thermal pollution, nuclear
pollution. Role of an individual in prevention of pollution. Disaster management; floods,
earthquake, cyclone and landslides. Cause-and-effect relationships between various
human, natural and climatic factors that impinge upon ecological systems and their
linkages. Understanding of global climate change and impacts with respect to rural/urban
communities; increased risk/ vulnerabilities.
4. Techniques and Details:
Sustainable development. Urban problems related to energy. Water conservation, rain
water harvesting, watershed management. Resettlement and rehabilitation of people. To
understand implementation of ecological architecture at unit level. Rain water harvesting
(contour bunds, wells, bunds, etc.). Techniques of waste water management (house level,
bio swales etc.). Ecological planting (planting for wildlife, land improvement etc.)
5. Environmental Acts and Movements:
To understand history of environmental movements. Environment movements in world
and in India (Chipko movement etc). Environmental activists and their contribution (water
conservation movements). Environmental ethics. Environmental protection Act.
Course Outcomes:
1. To develop awareness and sensitivity to environment and ecology.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction and importance of the subject
2. Understanding concepts of environment, environmental segments, ecosystem, ecology etc.
3. Different kinds of eco system - 1
4. Different kinds of eco system - 2
5. Effects of human activities on environment – 1
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 7. Threats to India’s and the world’s biological diversity
8. Threats to India’s and the world’s biological diversity
9. Literature case studies
10. Literature case studies
11. Biological diversity in relation to the physio-geographic regions of India.
12. Principal bio-geographic zones of India and their description
13. Principal bio-geographic zones of India and their description
14. Eco-regions of India 1
15. Eco-regions of India 2
16. Distinction on the basis of flora and fauna differences in an eco-region
17. Evaluation of the importance of biological diversity to all life interconnections 1
18. Evaluation of the importance of biological diversity to all life interconnections 2
19. Introduction to environmental Pollution
20. Effects and control measures for air pollution
21. Effects and control measures for water pollution
22. Effects and control measures for soil pollution
23. Effects and control measures for marine pollution
24. Effects and control measures for noise pollution
25. Effects and control measures for thermal pollution
26. Effects and control measures for nuclear pollution
27. Role of an individual in prevention of pollution
28. Introduction to disaster management
29. Understanding disaster management with reference to floods
30. Understanding disaster management with reference to earthquake
31. Understanding disaster management with reference to cyclone
32. Understanding disaster management with reference to landslides
33. Cause-and-effect relationships between various human, natural and climatic factors that
impinge upon ecological systems and their linkages
34. Understanding of global climate change and impacts with respect to rural/urban
communities
35. Understanding concepts of Sustainable development
36. Urban problems related to energy
37. Water conservation, rain water harvesting, watershed management
38. Resettlement and rehabilitation of people
39. Understanding implementation of ecological architecture at unit level
40. Techniques of waste water management
41. Ecological planting
42. History of environmental movements
43. Major environment movements in world
44. Major environment movements in India
45. Environmental ethics
46. Environmental protection Act
Book References:
1. Miller T.G Jr., Environmental Sciences,
2. SC Sharma & MP Poonia, Environmental Studies
3. OP Gupta, Elements of Environmental Pollution Control
4. SC Sharma, Disaster Management
5. Cunningham, W.P. Cooper, T.H. Gorhani, E &Hepworth, Environmental Encyclopedia
6. E.P. Odum, Ecology

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 7. Keshav Kant & Rajni Kant, Air Pollution and Control
Web References:
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 First Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: I Year: I
Name of Course: Computer Applications - 1
Course Code: ARC 1106
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce to the students the basic software on for word processing, presentation and
worksheets.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Word processing software like MS word, Open Office, etc for creating documents and
reports.
2. Use of software like MS Excel for creating sheets with numbers and their role as tool for
analysis and data processing.
3. Understand making of presentations through MS Powerpoint.
4. Understanding of graphics software like Adobe Photoshop.
Course Outcomes:Students will
1. Become familiar with digital medium as means for presentation.
2. Apply the learning in this subject for assignments in the higher classes.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to text and visual presentation softwares like MS Office, Open Office, Adobe
Photoshop
2. MS word screen interface.
3. Basic commands like typing, fonts, paragraphs, margins, tabs, copy-paste etc.
4. Use of styles in a document. Editing styles
5. Page layout and Insert options
6. Referencing
7. Specialized functions like super scripts, sub scripts, water mark, find replace, mail merge,
format painter, paste special, etc.
8. Print, export, save as, import, etc.
9. Use of the software in various stages of architectural education
10. MS Excel screen interface.
11. Creating a sheet with numbers
12. Basic formula assignment
13. Cell formatting, conditional formatting
14. Sorting of data
15. Page layout and Insert options
16. Advanced formulas
17. Understanding view options
18. Specialized functions
19. Use of the software in various stages of architectural education
20. Print, export, save as, import, etc.
21. MS PowerPoint screen interface.
22. Layout of slides
23. Insert option
24. Animating slide information
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 27. Utility of notes in slide show
28. Specialized functions
29. Print, export, save as, import, etc.
30. Use of the software in various stages of architectural education
31. Adobe Photoshop screen interface
32. Basic commands of drawing
33. Basic commands of drawing-1
34. Basic commands of drawing-2
35. Working on layers
36. Text writing, editing and formatting
37. Important short keys
38. Use of the software in various stages of architectural education
Book References:
1. MS Office, Dr. S.S. Srivastava
2. Adobe Photoshop CC for Photographers, By Martin Evening
Web References:
1. www.microsoft.com

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 MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

Second Semester

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 Second Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: II Year: I
Name of Course: Architectural Design Project - 2
Course Code: ARC 1201
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To learn to draw insights from personal experience of surrounding environment.
2. Get familiarized with individual activity space, group activity space their functional
characteristics and role of form.
3. Arrange activity spaces to create a unit fulfilling the desired needs.
4. Learn different techniques of analysis and presentation.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Understanding human activities and interactions of a small group of users. Study of lifestyle
of individuals and groups and its influence in shaping of architecture for design of a simple
building in the immediate or observable environment.
2. Exercises relating personal experiences to behavioral needs and translating them into
documented information that can be used as a basis for design.
3. Systematic introduction to issues related with the design of human habitat, its components
and space standards. Norms/customs/principles associate with different activity spaces in a
residence i.e. design of kitchen, toilet, living room etc. Learning to use design tools and
technique.
4. Introduction to various methods of representation of ideas and concepts in architectural
design. Exercises on form development, rendering two dimensional building drawings, i.e.
plans, sections, elevations, site plans, etc.
5. Methods of rendering and designing formats, selection of lettering styles etc. Use of
photography, perspective, sciograph and, model making for architectural presentation.
6. The design exercises may include small shelters like residence, cottage, weekend house,
etc.
7. Keywords: Activities, User, Form, Lifestyle and Spatial Design.
Course Outcomes:
1. Ability to comprehend the influence of lifestyle, socio cultural and contextual factors on
design.
2. Formulate a design process for architectural design of a small residential unit. Use of
Architectural elements and space standards with presentation of concepts.
3. Develop conceptualizing skills, use techniques and vocabulary to explain representation of
ideas and proposals.
4. Draw and present design proposal, sketches, diagrams and architectural drawings.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to building typology .Residential architecture its importance and different
classifications (General information, Presentation on basic definitions, terms, types, historic
developments, factors etc.)
2. Studio: Interactive session identifying characteristic features buildings designed for
different activities(Exercise based on exterior of buildings and internal use)
3. Studio: Visiting the neighborhood and observation study of residential architecture and
other activities. Understanding scale and spatial relationship of various activities.
4. Studio: Presentation/review
5. Design of house/shelter and contribution of user’s choices/constraints/aspirations.
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 6. Studio: Study of a house which is not designed by an architect/or a selected house
7. Studio: Documenting space use, layout and form, interaction with users
8. Studio:Introduction to Architectural elements and space standards
9. Analyzing relation of house, built form and culture (Life style/change in requirements)
10. Studio: Preparation of inventory of influences on design of a house (own family)
11. Techniques of documentation of a design project(measure drawing, photographs and
sketches)
12. Studio: Study of own house/a case assigned/selected(Sketches, plans, Photographs,
furniture layout write-up, interviews of family members)
13. Studio: Working on the assignment/Demonstration by instructor/teacher learning to draft
plan, elevation, section, (line thickness, scale, dimensions, labeling, furniture etc.)
14. Studio: Drawing site plan, roof plan, exterior and interior views
15. Studio: Presentation/review
16. Techniques and analytical tools applied in architecture(Time activity, bubble diagrams,
proximity chart etc.)
17. Circulation, natural, lighting, ventilation, orientation etc. in design
18. Studio: Working on analysis of the selected case (Methods and demonstration)
19. Studio: Working on analysis of the selected case(different aspects)
20. Studio: Presentation/review
21. Introducing a house design exercise related to examples specified in the syllabus.
(Multiple aspects associated to design of a small residence, space, form, function, user, site
and approaches etc. to be incorporated)
22. Defining house from different perspectives, part to whole, whole to part
23. Studio: discussion on users and activities in a residence and Design of important areas in a
house: Kitchen, Bed room, living, services, parking,Staircaseetc.
24. Studio: Information collection and study of standards and space assessment for different
activities
25. Introducing functional aspects of house design. Design process, conceptual sketches,
bubble diagrams, time activity, proximity matrices etc
26. Concept of personal space, shared spaces, family space, utility space, aesthetics in house
design
27. Studio: Activities in enclosed, semi enclosed areas and open space in a residence, garage,
porch, verandah, courtyard, terrace, terrace garden,
28. Integrating landscape with house design
29. Studio: Site visit
30. Studio: Design concept and development of conceptual diagrams and creative ideas
31. Studio: Discussion and critical evaluation of approaches and ideas
32. Studio: Discussion on form, structure and functional parameters
33. Studio: Drawings and sketches showing evolution and decision making in design
34. Studio: Comprehensive understanding of design. Detailing and solving issues related to
design of building elements, structure, staircase etc.
35. Studio: Presentation/review
36. Studio: Single line plans and sketches describing volume of built form
37. Studio: Plans with furniture and other details
38. Studio: Presentation/review
39. Studio: site plan, perspective views.
40. Model making techniques and mediums and different techniques of presentation
41. Studio: Discussion/presentation/Feedback
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 43. Studio: Preparation of final drawings and model
44. Studio: Final review
45. Studio: Final review
Book References:
8. Architecture, Form, Space & Order: D.K. Ching,
9. Visual Dictionary of Architecture: Francis D. K Ching.
10. Neufert Architects’ Data
11. Time Saver Standards for Building Types: Joseph De Chiara & John Hancock Callender
12. Understanding Architecture through drawings: Brian Edwards
13. Rendering with Pen and Ink: Robert W.Gill
14. House form and culture: Amos Rappaport
15. Architectural Graphics: Francis D.K.Ching
Web References:
1. Web references shall be recommended by the instructor depending on the nature of design
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 Second Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: II Year: I
Name of Course: Building Materials and Construction - 2
Course Code: ARC 1202
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:to enable studentsto understand
1. Aspects of materials and construction components/elements for building envelop and
interiors.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Timber as a building material, its physical properties and uses, defects, seasoning, decay
and preservation. Industrial timbers such as ply wood, hard board, block board, particle
board, etc. with their properties and uses. Study of types, properties,specifications,
manufacturing process, techniques of preserving and finishing, qualitytests, and uses of
ferrous and non-ferrous metals and glass.
2. Paints and surface finishes, their composition, properties and methods of application of
different types of paints such as Cement based, oil, synthetic enamels, acrylic and other
plastic emulsions and formulations for exteriors and interiors.
3. Carpentry and joinery: Terms defined, mitring, ploughing, grooving, rebating, veneering,
various forms of joints in wood work, such as lengthening joints, bearing joints, halving,
dovetailing, housing, notching, tusk and tenon, etc. Jamb-casing. Timber joints as described
in Indian architectural treatises.
4. Types of doors based on operation such as swing door, revolving door, sliding door, sliding-
folding door. Details of Wooden Doors their definition of terms, types of doors such as
ledged, ledged and braced, paneled, flush doors, glazed doors etc. Hinged, single and
double shutters.
Z section doors, pressed steel and box section doors. Rolling shutters, collapsible gates.
Complete aluminum swing, Sliding, sliding folding, and revolving doors. PVC / UPC Doors
5. Types of windows based operation and location – fixed window, Casement window, Sliding
window, pivoted window, louvered window, bay window, clerestory window, corner
window – gable and dormer window, etc. Details of Timber, Z section, pressed steel, box
section, Aluminum, PVC / UPC casement and sliding windows
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Identify and differentiate types of timber, their joinery, finishes, etc.
2. Understand the properties and uses of manmade and natural materials.
3. Understand and differentiate between various types of openings
4. Analyze a design decision situation and come up with correct material choice and
construction specification.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject and its scope, Timber as building Material and its use
2. Physical properties of timber
3. Defects in timber
4. Seasoning of timber
5. Preservation of timber
6. Introduction to Industrial timbers such as ply wood, hard board, block board, particle
board, etc. with their properties and uses – 1
7. Introduction to Industrial timbers such as ply wood, hard board, block board, particle
board, etc. with their properties and uses – 2
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 9. Steel as building material, its definition, properties.
10. Manufacturing of Steel.
11. Treatment of steel
12. Introduction to Aluminum and aluminum alloys their manufacturing, properties, durability,
and uses.
13. Study of aluminum products and other non-ferrous metals.
14. Study of protection to non-ferrous metals and products such as anodizing, powder coating,
painting, chromium plating, varnishing, melamine treatments, etc.
15. Introduction to Paints and surface finishes their composition, properties and methods of
application of different types of paints such as oil, synthetic enamels, acrylic and other
plastic emulsions and formulations, interior and exterior grade paints. Cement based
paints.
16. Continued lecture 15
17. Hands on Painting - 1
18. Hands on Painting - 2
19. Introduction to Carpentry and joinery
20. Details of various timer joints – 1
21. Details of various timer joints – 2
22. Details of various timer joints – 3
23. Jamb Casing – 1
24. Jamb Casing – 2
25. Introduction to types of doors based on operation.
26. Ledged and braced Door
27. Ledged, braced and batten door -1
28. Ledged, braced and batten door -1
29. Paneled Door – 1
30. Paneled Door – 2
31. flush doors
32. Glazed doors
33. Z-section doors
34. pressed steel and box section doors
35. Rolling shutters and collapsible gates - 1
36. Rolling shutters and collapsible gates - 2
37. Introduction to aluminum swing, Sliding, sliding folding, and revolving doors.
38. Introduction to types of windows based operation and location
39. Details of fixed window -1
40. Details of fixed window -2
41. Details of Casement window – 1
42. Details of Casement window – 2
43. Details of Sliding window – 1
44. Details of Sliding window – 2
45. Details of pivoted window, louvered window – 1
46. Details of pivoted window, louvered window – 2
47. Introduction to details of other types of windows such as bay window, clerestory window,
corner window – gable and dormer window, etc.
48. Z section window pressed steel and box section windows
49. Aluminum casement and sliding windows.
Book References:
1. Building Construction Volume 1 to 4, W.B. Mc Kay

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 2. Building Construction Volume 1 to 5,R. Barry
3. Building construction illustrated, Francis ChingD.K.
4. Building Construction, Sushil Kumar
Web References:
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 Second Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: II Year: I
Name of Course: Architectural Drawing - 2
Course Code: ARC 1203
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Architectural Drawing-II intends to develop essential manual skills such as proficiency in
drawing, largely used as primary mode of communication of ideas in architectural design.
Students will be introduced to a variety of tools and techniques for visual expression with
emphasis on manual drawing.
2. The course would help students identify suitable methods of representation and methods
in different built environment scenarios.
3. Architectural Drawing -II introduces advanced techniques for architectural drawing such as
perspective projection, mix-media renderings etc.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. SCIOGRAPHY: Introduction of 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 and elevation and views (isometric, axonometric and
perspective). Sciography of simple building elements.
2. PERSPECTIVE: Introduction to basic terms, principles, types and techniques of perspective
drawing. One, two and three point perspective of simple objects, (drafted and free hand)
presentation of interior and exterior views (drafted and free hand).
Course Outcomes:
1. To develop the sense of Ratio, Scale and Proportion.
2. To understand drawing system of representing three-dimensional form on paper.
3. Understanding the development skills of One-Point and Two-Point Perspectives.
4. Use of Perspective and Sciography,for realistic image generation process by human eyes.
5. To envisage the conceptual framework of Perspective as an effective tool for stimulating
creative design thinking.
6. To develop interpretive skill in three-dimensional design related to buildings and their
surroundings.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction of syllabus. Association of this subject with architectural prospects.
2. Perspective by Measuring Point Method
3. Exercise based on lecture.
4. Introduction to basic terms. principles, types and techniques of Perspective drawing
5. Centre of Vision, Vanishing Point, selection of View Point
6. Change in Picture Plane
7. Exercise of simple solids.
8. Changes in Horizon Level
9. Exercise of simple solids.
10. Change in station point
11. Exercises based on small objects
12. Complex object exercises
13. Three point perspective views method
14. Other techniques of two point perspective drawing Grid method, thread methods
15. Exercises of two point perspective views –complex objects,
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 17. Two Point Perspective for buildings and environment.
18. Exercises based on realistic views, generation of exterior parts of building & adjacent areas.
19. Techniques of One Point Perspective drawing
20. Change in Picture plane
21. Exercise of simple solids.
22. Changes in Horizon level
23. Exercise of simple solids.
24. Changes in station points
25. Exercises based on small objects
26. Complex object exercises
27. Techniques of One Point Perspective drawing – presentation of interior views (drafted and
free hand)
28. Other techniques of One Point Perspective drawing Grid method, thread method.
29. Exercises of One Point Perspective views – complex objects,
30. One Point Perspective views – practical exercises based on interior views of rooms and
buildings
31. Exercises based on realistic views of Interior parts of various types of buildings.
32. Introduction of basic principles of Sciography.
33. Techniques of Sciography for simple objects with reference to plan and elevation
34. Class exercise in solving problems of sciography.
35. Shade and Shadows, Conventional direction of light, shadow of a Point
36. Shadow of Planes,.
37. Class exercise in solving problems
38. Shadow of Solid and Sphere
39. Class exercise in solving problems
40. Shadow of objects ie Shadow in Niches,
41. Shadows on Sloping Edges, Shadow on Steps
42. Shadows on building elements
43. Shadow on elevation of of solids.
44. Sciography of three dimensional objects in plan and elevation and views (Isometric and
Axonometric).
45. Class exercise in solving problems
46. Sciography of simple building elements
47. Class exercise in solving problems
48. Sciography directly on Perspective views
49. Practice in drawing sciography on simple perspectives.
Book References:
1. Perspective and Sciography by Shankar Mulik
2. Engineering Drawing by S C Rangawala
3. Architectural Graphics, 4thEdition by Francis D.K. Ching
4. Lorraine Farrelly Nicola Crowson, Representational Techniques for Architecture (Basics
Architecture), Bloombury ,2nd Revised edition (18 Dec. 2014)
5. David Dernie, Architectural Drawing, Laurence King; 2 edition (6 Oct. 2014)
Web References:
1. www.nitt.edu
2. www.nptel.ac.in
3. https://swayam.gov.in

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 Second Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: II Year: I
Name of Course: History of Architecture - 1
Course Code: ARC 1204
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To learn about the various architectural forms evolved in different sociocultural and
geographical environment.
2. To understand in depth the evolution of classical architecture in the west, and its various
stylistic modes characterized by technology, ornamentation and planning practices.
3. To compare and discuss architectural styles of classical architecture of the west.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Ancient River Valley Civilizations - Introduction to architecture and planning of river valley
civilizations of ancient Egypt,Mesopotamia and China. Study of palace, hypostyle hall,
temple, tomb architecture.
2. Classical Architecture - Introduction to architecture and planning of ancient Greece and
Rome. Study of principles ofdesign, proportion, optical corrections and classical orders.
Building types viz., temples,amphitheaters, circus, aqueducts etc.
3. Early Christian and Romanesque Architecture - Study of architectural character, evolution
of Church form, building typologies, and building elements, polymath architecture,
baptisteries, early basilicas, churches; Development of early Christian Church from Roman
Basilica. Settlement planning and fortification systems. Development of Romanesque
architecture from early Christian architecture.
4. Byzantine and Gothic architecture - Contribution of Byzantine architecture in the
development of structural system dome construction over square plan. Adoption of Greek
cross in church layout. Use of mosaic and mural in interiors. Development of Gothic church
and its new elements: pointed arch window, cluster column and intersecting vault roof,
clerestory window, flying buttress, glazed window, stone and metal trellis, flamboyant
window and rose window.
5. Renaissance to Contemporary architecture - Introduction to Renaissance, Baroque and
Rococo architecture. Contribution in structural system, e.g., ribbed dome, lantern dome,
etc. Revival of classical order, Neo-Classicism. Modern architects and their works.
Course Outcomes:
1. Identify different styles of historic architecture.
2. Identify prominent / important historic buildings by their components/style of design.
3. Describe prominent / important historic buildings.
4. Analyze the contributing factors for the design development of different styles.
5. Compare and Analyze the various styles on the basis of the contributing factors responsible
for their development.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Prehistoric era: Barbaric period
2. Introduction to Mesopotamian Architecture
3. Socio cultural and political aspects of Mesopotamian Architecture
4. Salient feature of Mesopotamian Architecture
5. Introduction to Egyptian Architecture
6. Socio cultural and political aspects of Egyptian Architecture
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 8. Discussion on Mesopotamian and Egyptian Architecture
9. Discussion on Mesopotamian and Egyptian Architecture
10. Introduction to Greek Architecture
11. Socio cultural and political aspects of Greek Architecture
12. Salient feature of Greek Architecture
13. Salient feature of Greek Architecture
14. Salient feature of Greek Town planning
15. Salient feature of GreekTown planning
16. Introduction to Roman Architecture
17. Socio cultural and political aspects of Greek Architecture
18. Salient feature of Roman Architecture
19. Salient feature of Roman Architecture
20. Salient feature of Roman Town planning
21. Salient feature of Roman Town planning
22. Discussion on Greek and Roman Architecture
23. Discussion on Greek and Roman Architecture
24. Introduction to Early Christian
25. Socio cultural and political aspects of Early Christian
26. Salient feature of Early Christian
27. Introduction to Byzantine Architecture
28. Socio cultural and political aspects of Byzantine Architecture
29. Salient feature of Byzantine Architecture
30. Salient feature of Byzantine Architecture
31. Salient feature of Medieval Town planning
32. Salient feature of Medieval Town planning
33. Introduction to Romanesque Architecture
34. Socio cultural and political aspects of Romanesque Architecture
35. Salient feature of Romanesque Architecture
36. Salient feature of Romanesque Architecture
37. Salient feature of Romanesque Architecture
38. Discussion on Early Christian, Byzantine and Romanesque Architecture
39. Discussion on Early Christian, Byzantine and Romanesque Architecture
40. Introduction to Gothic Architecture
41. Socio cultural and political aspects of Gothic Architecture
42. Salient feature of Gothic Architecture
43. Introduction to Renaissance Architecture
44. Socio cultural and political aspects of Renaissance Architecture
45. Salient feature of Renaissance Architecture
46. Discussion on Gothic and Renaissance Architecture
47. Discussion on Gothic and Renaissance Architecture
48. Introduction to Classical Revivalism / Neo Classical
49. Salient features of Classical Revivalism / Neo Classical
50. Introduction to Late 18th and early 19th century style in architecture
Book References:
1. Cruickshank.D (ed) (1996). Cruickshank, Dan (editor), Banister Fletcher's A History of
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 2. Tadgell. C. Antiquity:,(2007),Origins, Classicism and The New Rome., Taylor & Francis,
Routledge,Newyork, USA.
3. Tzonis. A (et.al.),(2004) Classical Greek Architecture: The Construction of the Modern,
Random House Incorporated, the University of Michigan,USA
4. Fletcher, B. (2002). A History of Architecture on comparative method. London: CBS.
5. Kostof, S. (2012). History Of Architecture: Settings And Rituals. England: Oxford University
Press.
6. Tomlinson, R. A. (1995). Greek and Roman Architecture. London: British Museum Press.
7. Nutgens, P. (1997). The Story of Architecture Phaidon Press, Massachusetts, United States,
London, United Kingdom
Web References:
1. www.archdaily.com
2. www.coursera.org
3. www.edx.org
4. ocw.mit.edu
5. www.my-mooc.com
6. Oxford Art Online
7. Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals

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 Second Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: II Year: I
Name of Course: Workshop and Model making
Course Code: ARC 1205
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Identify and differentiate types of timber, their joinery, finishes, use etc.
2. Understand the properties and uses of manmade and natural materials.
3. Review various tools and techniques for model making and design model for real life
situation.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Importance of use of physical model in architecture for understanding and evaluating
spaces. Role of scale-models in design.
2. Understanding various materials for making physical models for its composition, strengths
and weaknesses; cutting and moulding of material; joinery; tools, adhesives, fixing
materials etc.
3. Introduction to the use of different types of tools and machines in model making.
4. Introduction to 3D printing and 3D cutter as means to make architectural model.
5. All this will be taught to instill a skill for understanding materials and working with them.
Model making exercise shall be given in materials like cloth, paper, card board, mount
board, forex sheet, wood, Plaster of Paris, plastics, films, acrylic, Styrofoam, wax, metals,
glass, GI wire etc. for exploring their potential.
6. Introduction to timber as a building material, its physical properties and uses. Industrial
timbers such as ply wood, hard board block board, particle board, etc. with their properties
and uses.
7. Fundamental of Carpentry and Joinery, Terms defined, mitring, ploughing, grooving,
rebating, veneering, various forms of joints in wood work, such as lengthening joints,
bearing joints, halving, dovetailing, housing, notching, tusk and tenon, etc.
8. Introduction to various machines used in timber construction. Short introduction to types
of furniture.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understand the importance of model making using various materials and use it for their
design projects afterwards.
2. Broadening of knowledge base and pragmatic understanding of timber its properties and
use in building construction.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Importance of use of physical model in architecture for understanding, visualising and
evaluating spaces
2. Introduction to various materials available for model making
3. Introduction to Essentials tools of model making
4. Conceptualization exercise in model making
5. Exercises on Papers, Mount boards, Films, and Styrofoam, etc.
6. Exercises on Forex, Plastics and Acrylic etc.
7. Exercises on Plaster of Paris, Softwood and Wax etc.
8. Exercises on Metals, Wires and Glass etc.
9. Exercise on special tools and techniques in model making
10. Introduction to 3D printing and 3D cutter as means to make architectural model
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 12. Introduction to Industrial timbers such as Ply wood, Hard board, Block board, Particle
board, etc. for their properties and uses
13. Hands on carpentry tools
14. Exercise on carpentry and joinery
15. Introduction of special tools and machines employed
16. Exercise on various machines used in woodworking
17. Short introduction to types of furniture used for different purposes and locations
Book References:
1. Professional Modelmaking: A Handbook of Techniques and Materials for Architects and
Designers By Norma Trudeau
2. Basics: Fundamentals of Presentation Model building By Alexander Schilling
3. Architectural Modelmaking (Portfolios Skills: Architecture) By Nick Dunn
4. Collins Complete Woodworker's Manual Book by Albert Jackson and David Day
5. Carpentry for beginners: how to use tools, basic joints, workshop practice, designs for
things to make by Charles Harold Hayward
Web References:
1. http://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the-complete-guide-to-home-carpentry.pdf
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxCYtRfCm8o
3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itD5U_WIqao

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 Second Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: II Year: I
Name of Course: Structural Mechanics
Course Code: CIV 1206 ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: General Concept of conditions of static equilibrium.Basic
knowledge of Engineering mathematics involving differentiation
and integration, matrix algebra etc.
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the principles of structural mechanics.
2. To understand the behavior of engineering materials subjected to different types of forces.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Force systems and concept of equilibrium
2. Simple stresses and strains
3. Centroid and moment of Inertia of plane sections
4. Shear force and Bending moment in Beams
5. Analysis of statically determinate trusses
Course Outcomes:
1. Learn how a solid body (rigid body/elastic body) behaves when it is subjected to static
loads.
2. The concept of elastic structure subjected to various types of forces or their combination
and response developed in the structure.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Basics of Structural Engineering
2. Different types of loads acting on structure
3. Types of supports
4. Conditions of equilibrium
5. Free body diagram
6. Axial stresses and strain
7. Bending stresses and strain
8. Shear stresses and strain
9. Elastic constants and their relationships
10. Centroid of plane areas
11. Concept of Moment of inertia
12. Parallel axis theorem
13. Perpendicular axis theorem
14. Concept and types of beams
15. Shear force and bending moment diagrams for simply supported beams
16. Shear force and bending moment diagrams for cantilever beams
17. Shear force and bending moment diagrams for overhang beams
18. Concept of Truss member, Assumptions in truss analysis
19. Analysis of plane truss by method of joints
20. Analysis of plane truss by method of section
Book References:
1. Introduction to Solid Mechanics: I H Shames
2. Schaum’s Outline of Engineering Mechanics: E Nelson
3. Engineering Mechanics Statics and Dynamics: A Nelson
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 5. Engineering Mechanics: R.K.Rajput
6. Mechanics of Materials: E.J. Hearn
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/112106286/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/112103109/
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/122104014/

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 MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

Third Semester

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 Third Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: III Year: II
Name of Course: Architectural Design Project 3
Course Code: ARC 2101
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: to make students understand concepts of:
1. Principles of grouping of units or buildings.
2. Role of built (mass) and open spaces (void) in the overall design configuration
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Understanding user generated factors for grouping; security, segregation, convenience,
privacy, sharing, user-density etc.
2. Introduction to concepts of clustering, shared open space, community, aggregation and
economy in the context of space utilization.
3. Study of mass and space within a cluster; length: width: height ratios of built mass and open
spaces and their relationship.
4. Design of a group of residential and ancillary buildings set in a given context. Design exercises
may include facilities like housing for elderly, SOS village, transit housing, housing for training
institute or similar projects based on community living and shared facilities.
Course Outcomes: Students will have capability to
1. Comprehend when and how the analysis of a design brief would result in clustering of
buildings and creation of open spaces.
2. Formulate a design process for architectural design for a specific use by a group
3. Demonstrate the same in the form of a design proposal.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, assessments and sessionals
2. Discussion on attributes for design for group of users
3. Individual activities, small group activities and whole group activities.
4. cont..
5. Spaces for above activities; indoor as well as outdoor
6. cont..
7. Write-up and visuals on comprehension of the scale and its increase in complexity over
previous designs
8. Exercise on understanding spatial configuration of clusters; length: width: height ratios of built
mass and open spaces and their inter-relationship, hierarchy etc.
9. cont..
10. cont..
11. cont..
12. case study
13. case study
14. case study
15. case study
16. case study
17. case study
18. case study
19. case study presentation
20. case study presentation
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23. cont..
24. cont..
25. Problem solving ;Concept design and design development
26. cont..
27. cont..
28. cont..
29. cont..
30. Design proposal finalization
31. cont..
32. cont..
33. cont..
34. cont..
35. cont..
36. cont..
37. Discussion and freezing design
38. Discussion and freezing design
39. Final drawings, views, models
40. cont..
41. cont..
42. cont..
43. cont..
44. cont..
45. cont..
46. cont..
47. Presentation
48. Presentation
49. Presentation
Book References:
1. Form, Space and Order by Francis D. K. Ching
2. Francis D. K. Ching , Architectural Graphics
3. Analysing Architecture, Simon Unwin, Routledge, London.
4. Housing & Urbanisation, Charles Correa
Web References:
1. https://architexturez.net/

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 Third Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: III Year: II
Name of Course: Building Materials and Construction - 3
Course Code: ARC 2102
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: to enable students to understand
1. PCC and RCC material components and construction specifications and steps.
2. Indian standards for RCC work, reinforcement detailing etc.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Concrete; types, grades, mixing and setting process, workability and other tests, admixtures
and additives. Plain and reinforced. Steel section, steel bars, properties, manufacturing
process Indian standards, strength, joining, fabricating.
2. Reinforcement and details of R.C.C. pad foundations, combined foundation, eccentric
foundations. Reinforcement details of R.C.C. square, rectangular and circular columns.
3. Reinforcement and details for lintels and projections (Chajja). Reinforcement and details of
R.C.C. beams: simply supported, rigid, continuous and cantilevered. Reinforcement and
details for one-way and two-way slabs with fixed continuous and cantilever end conditions.
4. Types of staircases, calculations for riser and treads, reinforcement and details for various
types of staircases.
5. Formwork for square, rectangular and circular columns. Scaffolding. Shuttering and
centering beams, slabs and staircase. Shoring such as raking shores, flying shores and dead
shores. Underpinning.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Understand what type of details would be needed for a particular RCC/PCC work and make
drawings for the same.
2. Understand planning and execution of staircases
3. Understanding the method of executing of framework, shuttering and scaffolding.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Concrete
2. Constituents of concrete and their properties – 1
3. Constituents of concrete and their properties – 2
4. Types and Grades of grades of concrete
5. Mixing and setting process of concrete
6. Tests for concrete – 1
7. Tests for concrete – 2
8. Admixtures and additives used in concrete
9. Introduction to reinforced cement concrete
10. Introduction to Steel section, steel bars and their properties etc.
11. Introduction to RCC foundations
12. Reinforcement and details of R.C.C. pad foundations – 1
13. Reinforcement and details of R.C.C. pad foundations – 2
14. Reinforcement and details of R.C.C. combined footings
15. Reinforcement and details of R.C.C. eccentric foundations
16. Reinforcement details of R.C.C. square and rectangular columns – 1
17. Reinforcement details of R.C.C. square and rectangular columns - 2
18. Reinforcement details of R.C.C. circularcolumns.
19. Reinforcement and details for lintels and projections (Chajja)
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 21. Reinforcement and details of simply supported R.C.C. beams - 2
22. Reinforcement and details of rigid beams
23. Reinforcement and details of continuous beams
24. Reinforcement and details of cantilevered beams
25. Reinforcement and details for one-way slab – 1
26. Reinforcement and details for one-way slab – 2
27. Reinforcement and details of two-way slabs
28. Reinforcement and details of cantilever slabs.
29. Introduction to staircase and calculation for riser, tread etc.
30. Introduction to types of staircases
31. Reinforcement and details for Straight flight staircase – 1
32. Reinforcement and details for Straight flight staircase – 2
33. Reinforcement and details for Dog leg flight staircase – 1
34. Reinforcement and details for Dog leg flight staircase – 2
35. Reinforcement and details for Dog leg flight staircase – 3
36. Formwork for square columns – 1
37. Formwork for square columns – 2
38. Formwork for rectangular columns – 1
39. Formwork for rectangular columns – 1
40. Formwork for circular columns – 1
41. Formwork for circular columns – 2
42. Scaffolding
43. Shuttering and centering beams and slabs -1
44. Shuttering and centering beams and slabs -2
45. Shuttering and centering of staircase
46. Raking shores
47. Flying shores
48. Dead shores and underpinning.
Book References:
1. Building Construction Volume 1 to 4, W.B. Mc Kay
2. Building Construction Volume 1 to 5, R. Barry
3. Building construction illustrated, Francis Ching D.K.
4. Building Construction, Sushil Kumar
Web References:
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 Third Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: III Year: II
Name of Course: History of Architecture - 2
Course Code: ARC 2103
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To learn about the various architectural forms evolved in different socio cultural and
geographical environment in Indian context.
2. To understand in depth the evolution of architecture in India and its various stylistic modes
characterized by technology, ornamentation and planning practices.
3. To compare and discuss various architectural styles of Indian temple architecture.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Harappan and Vedic Architecture: Architecture and town planning of Harappan civilization
such as towns of Lothal, Mohenjo-Daro, Dholavira, Kalibanga etc. Understanding of Vedic
architecture, and settlements.
2. Buddhist and Jain Architecture: Architectural examples of Mahayana and Hinayana
Buddhism; Rock-cut and free standing. Study of caves, stupas, and viharas of places like
Sanchi, Amravati, Karle, Ajanta etc. Medieval Jain temple architecture of western India.
3. Hindu Architecture: Study of chronological development of religious and secular Hindu
architecture and settlement planning; Early examples of monolithic and rock-cut
architecture of South India. Development of Nagara and Dravidian temple architecture
under different dynasties; such as like Cholas, Vijaynagar, Chandels, Hampi, Tanjavur,
Khajuraho. Characteristic features of East, South, Central, West, and North Indian temple
architecture for plan, shikhara, pillars, decoration, sculpture, etc. Theoretical base of Indian
Architecture; examples from treatises like Mayamatam, Manasara, Samarangana
Sutradhara etc.
4. Islamic Architecture: Introduction early Islamic architecture in India. Characteristic features
of Islamic architecture; minarets, domes, gardens, geometrical and calligraphic
decorations. The buildings of different dynasties of Delhi, Agra, Deccan, Gujarat etc.
5. Colonial to Contemporary Architecture: English, French, Dutch and Portuguese Colonial
architecture in Indian subcontinent. Architectural literary research work of scholars like
Ram Raz, P.K. Acharyaetc.Post- Independence architecture and planning; New city
planning: Chandigarh, Gandhinagar etc. Modern foreign and Indian architects and their
works in India.
Course Outcomes:
1. Identify different styles of historic architecture.
2. Identify prominent / important historic buildings by their components / style of design.
3. Describe prominent / important historic buildings.
4. Analyze the contributing factors for the design development of different styles.
5. Compare and Analyze the various styles on the basis of the contributing factors responsible
for their development.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to vedic era, Society and culture, later vedic era:, Janapadas, Rise of
mahajanapadas, Magadha,
2. Vedas, Upanishads, Brahmanas, Aranyakas, Mahabaharata, Ramayana
3. Architectural features of Vedic Period
4. Architectural features of Vedic Period
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 • Inamgaon in MAharashtra
• Vajji in Bihar
• Study of Vedic panels of gatewayNo2 Sanchi and Beirut
6. Study of Prominent Sites:
• Inamgaon in Mharashtra
• Vajji in Bihar
• Study of Vedic panels of gatewayNo2 Sanchi and Beirut
7. Introduction to Buddhism religion and ideas
8. Digha Nikaya, Lotus sutra of Mahayana, Angas and upangas
9. Architectural features: Sanghas and Viharas, temporary shelter
10. Prominent Sites:
Karle caves Maharashtra
Nalanda and Taxila
11. Introduction to Temple Style
12. Evolution of temple architecture
13. Introduction to North, Central and South Indian Temple Architecture
14. Different groups of North, Central and South Indian Temple Architecture: Orissa, Khajaraho
etc.
15. Introduction to Mauryan Empire
16. Introduction to Mauryan empire, life and culture, important rulers
17. Architectural Treaties and Writings : Indika, Arthashastra, Buddhacharita, Sangam
literature, Jatakas
18. Architectural features: stupas, rock edicts, pillar edicts,
19. Prominent Sites:
Sanchi stupa
Rock edicts: Maski, Kaushambi, Jaugada, Dhauli etc
20. Prominent Sites:
Pillar edicts:Lauriya, Rummindei,Rampurva etc
Ancient towns: Girnar, Sarnath etc
21. Introduction to Gupta empire, life and culture, important rulers, life and culture
22. Salient features of Gupta empire Architecture
23. Prominent Sites:
Ajanta caves
Iron pillar in Mehrauli
24. Prominent Sites:
Bhitragaon temple and Deogarh temple
Hindu and Buddhist temples at Sarnath
25. Introduction to Harshavardhana era
26. Introduction to new religion and ideas
27. Architectural Treaties and Writings : Harshacharita
28. Architectural features: Gandhara and Mathura school of art, temples, cave temples and
shelters
29. Prominent Sites:
Durga Temple Aihole
Ratha Temple Mahabalipuram
30. Prominent Sites:
Kailashnath temple Kanchipuram
Virupaksha temple Pattadakal
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 etc.
33. Prominent Sites : Bishnupur temple group etc.
34. Introduction to Islamic culture worldwide; early Islamic architecture in India beginnings
under the slave kings (cir. A.D. 1200 to 1290), The Sayyid (1414-51) and the lodi (1451-
1526) dynasties, Provincial styles (Bengal, Gujrat, Malwa, Deccan, Sasaram
35. Architectural Treaties and Writings: al-Bīrūnī (d. 1048) - Kitab fi Tahqiq ma li'l-Hind
(Researches on India), Fazl, Abu'l (1877). Akbarnamah (Persian), Vol. 1. Asiatic Society,
Calcutta. (Online book), Fazl, Abu'l (1879). Akbarnamah (Persian), Vol. 2. Asiatic Society,
Calcutta, Akbar nama by Abul Fazl, Travel in the Mughal empire, Travels of Pietro Della
Valle in India
36. Architectural features: Minars, minarets, towers and turrets, domes, The buildings of the
Khalji dynasty, the Delhi or imperial style The Tughlaq dynasty (1320 to 1413), Lodhi,
Sayyid
37. Architectural features: Minars, minarets, towers and turrets, domes, The buildings of the
Khalji dynasty, the Delhi or imperial style The Tughlaq dynasty (1320 to 1413), Lodhi,
Sayyid
38. Prominent Sites:
 Tomb of ghiyias ud din Tughlaq, three cities of Tughlaq
 Khirki Masjid
39. Prominent Sites:
 Stepped well Bai Hari, Rauza, Sayed mosque Ahmedabad
 Qutub complex
40. Prominent Sites:
 Jaunpur mosques
 Jami masjid (1470)
41. Prominent Sites:
 Atala masjid (1408)
 Cambay : jami masjid (1325)
 Ahmedabad: tin darwaza (c. 1425), Ahmedabad : jami masjid (1423)
 Bijapur : Ibrahim rauza (c. 1615)
42. Introduction to Mughal Architecture and different periods
43. Architectural features: Balconies supported on carved brackets, pillared kiosks crowned by
domes, arcades of sunk arches, foliated arches, latticed screens, curved Bengal roofs and
flat domes
44. Prominent Sites:
 Tomb of the emperor Humāyūn (begun 1564) at Delhi
 New capital city of Fatehpur Sikri.
 The Great Mosque (1571; Jami Masjid)
 Victory Gate (Buland Darzawa)
 The great fort at Agra (1565–74)
 The tomb of Akbar at Sikandra, near Agra
45.  Emperor Shah Jahān (1628–58), Taj Mahal.
 Double dome, a recessed archway
 Taj Mahal
 Red-sandstone-pillared Diwan-i-ʿAm (“Hall of Public Audience”) and Diwan-i-Khas
(“Hall of Private Audience”)
 Great Mosque (1650–56; Jami Masjid)
46.  Aurangzeb (reigned 1658–1707)
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  The balance and coherence characteristic of mature Mughal architecture
47. Mughal Gardens: Concept of Charbagh
 Shalimar Bagh
 Bagh at Rashtrapati Bhavan
 Chashma Shahi
 Nishat Bagh
48. Pakistan
 Chauburji
 Gulabi Bagh
 Hazuri Bagh
 Shahdara Bagh
 Shalimar Gardens (Lahore)
 Tomb of Jahangir
 Wah Gardens
49. Introduction to Colonial architecture
50. Colonial architecture, Indo Saracenic architecture, Indo gothic, French, Dutch and
Portugese architecture in India
Book References:
1. Cruickshank.D (ed) (1996). Cruickshank, Dan (editor), Banister Fletcher's A History of
Architecture, Architectural Press, Newyork, USA.
2. Tadgell. C. Antiquity:,(1990), The History of Architecture in India, Phaidon, USA
3. Hilenbrand, Robert (2004), Islamic Architecture: Form Function and Meaning,
4. Fletcher, B. (2002). A History of Architecture on comparative method. London: CBS.
5. Kostof, S. (2012). History Of Architecture: Settings And Rituals. England: Oxford University
Press.
6. Nutgens, P. (1997). The Story of Architecture Phaidon Press, Massachusetts, United States,
London, United Kingdom
Web References:
1. www.archdaily.com
2. www.coursera.org
3. www.edx.org
4. ocw.mit.edu
5. www.my-mooc.com
6. Oxford Art Online
7. Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals

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 Third Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: III Year: II
Name of Course: Climatology
Course Code: ARC 2104
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: to enable students to understand and apply
1. Concept of climate as a significant determinant of built forms
2. Concept of thermal and visual comfort through passive means.
3. Climate based design principles for buildings in different climatic zones
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Elements and types of climate, tools for measurement and understanding of climatic
data.
2. Relationship of climatic elements like solar radiation, humidity, air-movement with
Human thermal comfort. Thermal comfort charts and indices.
3. Thermal comfort through solar passive architecture; sun path diagrams and orientation,
shading devices. Wind roses and orientation, natural ventilation techniques. Design tools
and strategies.
4. Principles of solar radiation and heat transfer. Thermal properties of building materials
and elements.
5. Visual comfort through daylighting. daylighting strategies; calculating opening sizes
based on Indian standards
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Understand the effect of climate on building design and human comfort
2. Design climate responsive buildings in terms of thermal and visual comfort.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, syllabus, assignments and evaluation pattern
2. Elements of climate
3. Cont..
4. measurement of climatic parameters
5. Cont..
6. climatic data recording, storage and presentation
7. Cont…
8. Relationship of climatic elements with Human thermal comfort.
9. Cont..
10. Cont…
11. Cont…
12. Thermal comfort charts and indices.
13. Cont..
14. Cont ..
15. Exercise on mahoney’s tables
16. Cont…
17. Cont…
18. Thermal comfort through solar passive architecture; sun path diagrams and orientation,
19. Cont…
20. Cont…
21. Cont… examples from around the world
22. Exercise on shading device/façade/building shadow analysis
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 24. Cont…
25. Exercise on shading device/façade/ building design
26. Cont…
27. Cont…
28. Wind roses and orientation, natural ventilation techniques.
29. Cont..
30. examples from around the world
31. Principles of solar radiation and heat transfer.
32. Cont…
33. Cont…
34. Thermal properties of building materials and elements.
35. Cont…
36. Numerical exercises on above
37. Cont…
38. Cont…
39. Daylighting, daylight factor
40. Visual comfort; lighting levels, Indian standards, glare
41. Cont..
42. daylighting strategies
43. Numerical and design exercises on above
44. Cont…
45. Cont…
Book References:
1. Manual Of Tropical Housing And Building Part I, O. Koenigsberger ,
2. Man, Climate And Architecture, Givoni
3. Housing Climate & Comfort, Evans
4. National Building Code part 8
5. SP 41 Handbook On Functional Requirements Of Buildings (Other Than Industrial
Buildings) (Parts I-4)
6. BIS IS 2440 : 1975(R2008) Guide For Daylighting Of Buildings
Web References:
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 Third Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: III Year: II
Name of Course: Architectural Communication Skill
Course Code: ARC 2105
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To learn skills in problem solving, visualization, verbal and graphic communication with
particular reference to Architecture.
2. To make students learn to prepare and present Architectural concepts and proposals.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Importance of Communication Skills, types of Communication, Verbal Communication,
importance of posture, gesture, pronunciation, tone, etc on presentation quality,
2. Developing public speaking, group discussions and elocution skills, Technical paper writing
and referencing, avoiding Plagiarism.
3. Preparing simple and interactive slide shows and presentations using computer software.
4. Preparing simple, complex architectural concepts and proposal with the help of text,
drawings, posters, slides, videos, photographs.
5. Individual and group work on selected themes, article review, presentations and seminars.
Course Outcomes:
5. The course intends to build the required communication skills of the students to help them
gain confidence, communicative abilities, so that they may communicate effectively in real-
life situations including formal presentations and Campus interviews. This will help the
students to equip themselves for better performance in all subjects including Architectural
Design that require verbal communication and written explanations.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to subject/syllabus
2. Importance and need of Communication Skills
3. Types of Communication
4. Verbal Communication, importance of posture, gesture, pronunciation, tone , etc on
presentation quality
5. Verbal Communication, importance of posture, gesture, pronunciation, tone , etc on
presentation quality
6. Developing public speaking
7. Developing public speaking and exercises based on it
8. Continuation of exercise
9. Presenting above exercise before class
10. Presenting above exercise before class
11. Group discussions and elocution skills
12. Exercise based on group discussion
13. Presenting above exercise before class
14. Presenting above exercise before class
15. Technical paper writing
16. Selection of topic by students on technical paper writing
17. Paper writing in class, referencing
18. Discussing above in class
19. Discussing above in class
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 22. Avoiding Plagiarism
23. Avoiding Plagiarism
24. PPT , slide show using computer software
25. PPT , slide show using computer software
26. Presenting simple, complex architectural concepts and proposals
27. Presenting simple, complex architectural concepts and proposals
28. Presenting above topic with the help of text, drawings, videos, photographs , etc
29. Exercise based on above
30. Continuation of above exercise
31. Presentation of above exercise before class
32. Presentation of above exercise before class
33. Poster making on topics like Save Environment, green buildings, energy efficiency, etc.
34. Poster making on topics like Save Environment, green buildings, energy efficiency, etc.
35. Poster presentation before class
36. Poster presentation before class
37. Expert lecture on Communicative abilities for formal/informal presentations and facing
Campus interviews
38. Script writing and Skit on awareness for any topic (group work)
39. Script writing and Skit on awareness for any topic (group work)
40. Discussion for above in class
41. Skit enactment by students , group wise
42. Skit enactment by students, group wise
43. Skit enactment by students, group wise
44. Article review
45. Article review
46. Final discussion and doubt clearing on sessional and its submission dates
Book References:
1. Talk Like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds by Carmine Gallo
2. Public Speaking for Success by Dale Carnegie
3. Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing For Campus Placements by Vidhi Gaur
4. How to Write a Scientific Article: ISI Articles, Index Articles, Journal Articles, Conference
Articles, Writing by Hamed Niroumand
Web References:
1. https://www.skillsyouneed.com/ips/communication-skills.html
2. https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/careers/soft-skills/communication/
3. https://peptalkindia.com/9-important-tips-to-succeed-in-a-group-discussion/
4. https://gdpi.hitbullseye.com/MBA/Public-Speaking.php
5. https://venngage.com/blog/poster-design/
6. https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Skit
7. https://cs.stanford.edu/people/widom/paper-writing.html

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 Third Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: III Year: II
Name of Course: Structure - 1
Course Code: CIV 2106 ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Structural Mechanics
Mathematics (Differentiation, integration, calculus etc.)
Understanding of Basic Civil Engineering
Course Objectives:
1. To understand RCC codes and practices and to design simple RCC structural members.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Bending stresses and deflection in simply supported and cantilever beams.
2. Properties of concrete making materials, Concept of Limit State Design for RCC
structures, Limit state of collapse and serviceability.
3. Moment of resistance of homogenous beams of rectangular cross section for under
reinforced, balanced, over reinforced and doubly reinforced sections.
4. Structural design of simply supported, cantilever and doubly reinforced beams.
5. Structural design of one way slabs (simply supported and cantilever).
Course Outcomes:
1. The students will be able to apply knowledge of structural analysis to analyze structure
to evaluate internal forces and deformation due to external loading.
2. The design forces thus evaluated will help for designing of RCC beams and one way slabs
for safety against collapse and serviceability requirements.
3. Optimization of design for safe and economical design.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Bending stresses and deflection in simply supported beam
2. Bending stresses and deflection in cantilever beam
3. Properties of concrete making materials
4. Concept of Limit State Design for RCC structures
5. Limit state of collapse
6. Limit state of serviceability
7. Moment of resistance of homogenous beams of rectangular cross section for under
reinforced, balanced, over reinforced and doubly reinforced sections.
8. Structural design of simply supported beams
9. Structural design of cantilever beams
10. Structural design of doubly reinforced beams
11. Structural design of simply supported one way slab
12. Structural design of cantilever slab
Book References:
1. Basic Structural Analysis: Wilbur and Norris
2. Design of R.C.C Structures: P.C. Warghese
3. Design of R.C.C Structures: Vazirani and Ratwani
4. Strength of Material: R.K. Rajput
5. Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures: N. Subramanian
6. Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures: N. Krishna Raju
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105166/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105105/
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105104/

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 Third Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: III Year: II
Name of Course: Surveying
Course Code: CIV2107ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: The objective of the subject is to enable students to understand and apply:
1. Basic principles and theories of topographic features, basic skills of landform and built
form analysis through map and field observation.
2. Use of various survey tools and equipment like Compass, Tapes, EDM, Electronic
Theodolite (total Station)
3. Documentation and analysis of physical profile and features of land and built form
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Objectives of land survey, aspects of surveying instruments and the study of their use.
Scales: Plain scales, Diagonal scales, comparative scale, shrunk scale, Vernier scale.
2. Leveling and contouring, preparation of contour map in plan and section; slope analysis.
Provisions of code and byelaws related to land survey and construction on contoured
sites.
3. Chain Survey, Compass survey, Plane table method and surveying with theodolite; use
and application of Total station.
Course Outcomes:With the completion of the course student should have capability to
1. Collect surveying field data and prepare map
2. Use conventional and contemporary surveying instrumentation
3. Carry out contour analysis.
4. prepare and interpret survey drawings
5. Interact technically with surveyors
Lecture Schedule: (Practical on the topic after each lecture)
1. To set out and locate the objects near a straight line, by taking the perpendicular offsets.
2. To determine the area of a given site method 1.
3. Cont.. method 2
4. To set out a regular pentagon in the field method 1.
5. Cont.. method 2
6. To determine the reduced level (R.L.) difference between two stations by carrying out
differential leveling.
7. To carry out the profile leveling along the given line.
8. To carry out the leveling field work for the preparation of contour map of the given site.
9. Cont..
10. To locate the given inaccessible objects
11. Two / three-point problem
12. Horizontal and vertical angle measurements.
13. Drawing of conventional symbol sheet
14. Determination of the map area using graphical/instrumental methods
15. Study of topographic maps
Book References:
1. Engineering Surveying: Theory and Examination Problems for Students, W. Schofield.
Butterworth-Heinemann
2. Introduction to Surveying, Michael Minchin, Department of Training, Government of
Western Australia
3. Schaum's Outline of Introductory Surveying

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 4. Surveying and Leveling-Part-I & II, T. P. Kanetkar and S. V. Kulkarni, Pune
VidhyarthiGrihaPrakashan
5. Plane Surveying, A. M. Chandra., New Age International Publishers, New Delhi
6. Surveying Vol 1 & II, B. C. Punamia, Laxmi Publications, New Delhi
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/104/105104100/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/104/105104101/
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/107/105107122/

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 MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

Fourth Semester

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 Fourth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IV Year: II
Name of Course: Architectural Design Project - 4
Course Code: ARC 2201
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce complexity of handling design of larger number of spaces and their circulation,
under one single roof and on multiple levels.
2. The student is required to apply the passive techniques of building design and detailing in
response to a chosen climatic zone so as to provide the maximum environmental comfort
through.
3. The student will also be required to resolve the basic structural grid for a medium sized
building as per the sizes of spaces and rationalizing the spaces in a module so as to try a
systematic development of form.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of practices and design principles of vernacular architecture and its application with
contemporary architectural interventions.
2. Design of a climate responsive simple building for public activity, in a non-urban setting or a
situation without urban regulatory controls. The buildings may include Panchayat bhawan,
rural school, primary health center, anganwadi, extension centers, forest huts, etc.
Introduction to other role players in the architectural process viz., the client and the user.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understand the complexities in space design and circulation in a medium size building.
2. Understand the different approaches required in response to different climatic conditions.
3. Understand application of passive means of climate response in building design.
4. Understand resolving of RCC structure for a simple building and rationalizing design within
a structural module.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Understanding of the design brief as introduced in the class.
2. Understanding the nature of activities and the spaces required for the same.
3. Collection and study of all relevant literature for developing the design strategies,
4. Understanding of functions and activity spaces, climatic analysis, constructional techniques,
structural systems, site analysis etc. for developing design approach.
5. Synthesis of the data to come up with recommendations for various aspects of design.
6. Desk appraisal and case study of architectural projects of similar nature for understanding
design approach by architect and critical appraisal of architectural quality achieved,
structural and constructional systems used, climate response strategies, etc. so as to
understand the practical aspect of design conception.
7. Synthesis of the data to come up with recommendations for design solution.
8. Development of proposal and assessment of work through studio interaction and stage
wise jury/ review by coordinator/ examiner.
9. Presentation of the completed work to external jury in the viva for final assessment.The
portfolio shall comprise of compiled synthesis of literature survey, case study and site
analysis, approach to design conceptualization, floor plans, sections, elevations, detailed
plans and sections, sketches, 3D visualizations, physical models, etc. to explain the design.
Book References:
1. Manual of tropical housing and building, Otto Königsberger
2. Traditional Buildings of India, Ilay Cooper, Barry Dawson

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 3. Architecture Form Space and Order, Francis D. K. Ching
4. Sustainable Building Design Manual, Vol 2. Sustainable Building Design Practices, The
Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
5. Energy Efficient Buildings in India, Ed. Mili Majumdar
6. BIS, National Building code, 2016
7. Landscape architecture by John, O. Simonds
8. Time Savers Standards for Building type
9. Time Savers Standards for Architectural Design
10. Time Savers Standards for Building Materials & Systems: Design Criteria and Selection Data
11. Neuferts Architects’ Data
Web References:
1.

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 Fourth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IV Year: II
Name of Course: Building Materials and Construction - 4
Course Code: ARC 2202
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:to enable studentsto understand
1. Large span truss components and construction details.
2. Use of materials like steel, aluminum, glass, gypsum in interiors and exteriors; their
construction and to enable them to represent same through technical drawings.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Types and fixing details of steel trusses – saw tooth, roof truss with north light glazing,
simple trusses in steel, and ways of fixing and connections (to foundations, steel
stanchions, and beams etc.). Space frames (single, double & triple layered tubular space
frames with globe connections). Types of materials and details of industrial buildings,
warehouse and other building typologies.
2. Study of various types of aluminum and wooden partitions, its extrusions and fixing details.
Different types of wooden, aluminium panels, cladding components for various types’
buildings and structures. Aluminum, glass and steel grill modules.
3. Types and fixing details of various materials for suspended ceilings and false ceilings using
aluminum and other material sections). Construction details for providing thermal
insulation in cold storages. Types of insulation materials and fixing details of materials like
glass wool, insulating boards, gypsum boards, plaster of paris, and various kinds of
perforated boards.
4. Various techniques to use glass and glass blocks with fixing details; structures like pavilions,
greenhouses, staircases, multi storied buildings –curtain walls, roofing, panels.
5. Types and fixing details of sound reflecting, absorbing and insulating materials, their
properties and fixing details. Study of relevant IS codes, Study of damp/water proofing
materials such as Bitumen felts, etc. chemicals for W.P.C. &O.P.C etc.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Make a decision which type of construction detailing will be required for a given type of
roofing depending on interior and exterior situation and make drawings for the same.
2. Understanding different wall treatments and prepare detail drawings.
3. Design and detail false ceiling with different materials.
4. Understand and execute glass as material.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Steel truss
2. Types of steel truss and their use – 1
3. Types of steel truss and their use – 2
4. Details of steel truss for various spans – 1
5. Details of steel truss for various spans – 2
6. Details of steel truss for various spans – 3
7. Details of steel truss for various spans – 4
8. North Light truss – 1
9. North Light truss – 2
10. North Light truss – 3
11. Monitor roof truss – 1
12. Monitor roof truss – 2
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 14. Tubular Space frames – single layered–1
15. Tubular Space frames – single layered – 2
16. Tubular Space frames – double layered – 1
17. Tubular Space frames – double layered - 2
18. Tubular Space frames - triple layered - 1
19. Tubular Space frames - triple layered -2
20. Introduction to partitions and their utility
21. Fixing details of wooden partitions – 1
22. Fixing details of wooden partitions – 2
23. Fixing details of wooden partitions – 3
24. Fixing details of Aluminum partitions – 1
25. Fixing details of Aluminum partitions – 2
26. Fixing details of Aluminum partitions – 3
27. Different types of wooden, aluminum panels, cladding components for various types’
buildings and structures -1
28. Different types of wooden, aluminum panels, cladding components for various types’
buildings and structures -2
29. Aluminum and steel grill modules – 1
30. Aluminum and steel grill modules – 2
31. Types and fixing details of various materials for suspended ceilings and false ceilings using
aluminum and other material sections – 1
32. Types and fixing details of various materials for suspended ceilings and false ceilings using
aluminum and other material sections – 2
33. Types of insulation materials and fixing details of materials like glass wool, insulating
boards, gypsum boards, plaster of paris, and various kinds of perforated boards – 1
34. Types of insulation materials and fixing details of materials like glass wool, insulating
boards, gypsum boards, plaster of paris, and various kinds of perforated boards – 2
35. Types of insulation materials and fixing details of materials like glass wool, insulating
boards, gypsum boards, plaster of paris, and various kinds of perforated boards – 3
36. Various techniques to use glass and glass blocks with fixing details
37. Types and fixing details of sound absorbing materials -1
38. Types and fixing details of sound absorbing materials - 2
39. Types and fixing details of sound absorbing materials - 3
40. Application of sound absorbing materials
41. Study of damp-proofing materials - 1
42. Study of damp-proofing materials - 2
Book References:
1. A Text Book of Building Construction, S.P. Arora&Bindra,
2. Building Construction, J. Jha&S.K. Sinha
3. Concrete Technology, M.S. Shetty
4. A Text book of Building Construction, B.C. Punmia,
5. Fundamentals of Building Construction, T.D. Ahuja and G.S. Birdie
Web References:
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 Fourth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IV Year: II
Name of Course: Theory of Architectural Design
Course Code: ARC 2203
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: To enable the students to understand
1. A critical body of knowledge in the theoretical domain of built environment.
2. How to appreciate the built environment and develop a critical evaluation in different
social, cultural and environmental contexts.
3. Approaches and design process practiced in building design.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Theory of Design and architecture: Definition and importance of theory,
design and architecture. Creativity and creative thinking. Visual composition, rules and
principles. Study of elements of design and principles. Examples from Art, architecture,
Graphic and visual design etc.
2. Architectural Space, Mass and Aesthetics: Understanding of determinants of physical
form, mass and space, visual and emotional effects of different forms. Importance of
principles of aesthetics, proportion, scale, balance, rhythm, symmetry, hierarchy,
pattern, axis etc. Art of seeing and perception. Perceptual qualities as affected by colors,
light conditions, vision angles etc.
3. Organization of built forms and Spaces: Spatial relationships; space within space,
interlocking space, adjacent space, space linked by common space. Elements of spaces
making and factors influencing spatial organization and their types. Role of different
building elements in architectural design, walls, partitions, roofs, staircases etc.
4. Design process, methods and programme formulation: Parameters and constraints in
design. Developing design ideas, concept, and communication. Different design
methods, Design matrices, process of design synthesis. Examples and experiences from
architecture, environmental design and technology. Design philosophy and trend setting
work of architects, designers, ecologists, engineers etc. Exercises for understanding
process of design.
5. Character and Style in Building: Factors influencing the character and style of buildings.
Indigenous architectural studies, studies of folk art and crafts, influence of tradition,
culture and socio-economic developments on architecture. Study of examples from
traditional and contemporary architecture ( including modern and postmodern).
Course Outcomes:
1. To understand the relationship between need and design.
2. Appreciate the aesthetics of built environment.
3. Use the learnt principles and elements in his design exercises.
4. Gather knowledge about different design approaches and philosophies of architects.
Lecture Schedule:
1. What is Design? Defining design
2. Tutorial: Interactive session on different definitions
3. What is Architecture ?Understanding architectural Design, role of an architect
4. Tutorial: Interactive session on above
5. Tutorial: Audio visual presentation on examples
6. Theory, philosophy and design
7. Tutorial: discussion and interactive session
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 9. Tutorial: Discussion on examples of creativity
10. Elements of design: Point, Line, shape, form, texture, colour etc.
11. Tutorial: Presentations on examples of elements of design
12. Tutorial: Visual composition rules and principles.
13. Tutorial: Examples and discussion on Principles of design and composition
14. Tutorial: Examples from Art, architecture, Graphic and visual design etc.
15. Importance of aesthetics in architecture
16. Physical form, mass and space, visual and emotional effects of different forms.
17. Tutorial: Principles of aesthetics, proportion, scale, balance, rhythm, symmetry,
hierarchy, pattern, axis etc.
18. Tutorial: Golden ratio, optical illusion, Orders etc.
19. Art Movements versus Architectural design movements
20. Art of seeing and perception
21. Tutorial: Observation and Perception (examples)
22. Effects and use of colour and light in design
23. Tutorial: Examples and exercises on effect of colour, light and shadow
24. Understanding Space, Form and Design Organization of spaces and forms
25. Tutorial: Spatial relationships, indoor and outdoor space
26. Tutorial: Space within space, interlocking space, adjacent space, space linked by common
space.
27. Tutorial: liner, radial, clustered Forms etc.
28. Elements of spaces making and factors influencing spatial organization
29. Tutorial: Study of different building elements and their contribution in design
30. Design process, methods and programme formulation: Parameters and constraints in
design.
31. Tutorial: Different design methods, Design matrices, process of design synthesis.
32. Tutorial: Function and aesthetics in architecture Examples and experiences from
architecture
33. Tutorial: Architecture without architects study of examples
34. Tutorial: Barrier free design (anthropometry and ergonomics)
35. Different tools and techniques of communicating ideas
36. Tutorial: Developing design ideas, concept, and communication.
37. Tutorial: Exercises for understanding process of design and Design as problem solving
38. Architectural character and style. Elements and factors influencing the character and
style of buildings
39. Folk Arts and Crafts, indigenous practices and building design. Influence of tradition,
culture and socio-economic developments on architecture
40. Tutorial: Study of examples from traditional architecture
41. Architects design philosophies: pioneers of the movements
42. Tutorial: Design philosophy and trend setting works of architects from different
countries
43. Various trends and schools of thoughts in architecture.
44. Tutorial: Contemporary architects and architecture in India
45. Tutorial: Current debates and issues in design and architecture
Book References:
1. Architecture: Form, Space and Order by Francis D.K.Ching
2. Visual Dictionary of Architecture by Francis D. K Ching
3. House form and culture by Amos Rappaport
4. Seven lamps of Architecture by John Ruskin

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 5. Analyzing Architecture by Simon Unwin
6. Elements of space making byYatin Pandya
7. Thinking Architecture by Peter Zumthor
8. How Designers Think: The Design Process Demystified by Bryan Lawson
9. Responsive Environments: A Manual for Designers by Ian Bentley
10. What Designers know by Bryan Lawson
11. Modern Architecture since 1900 by William J. R.Curtis
12. How To Paint and Draw by Bodo W. Jaxtheimer
Web References:
1. Web references shall be recommended by the instructor depending on the nature of
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 Fourth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IV Year: II
Name of Course: Building Services – 1 (Water Supply and Sanitation)
Course Code: ARC 2204
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Fundamentals of water supply, drainage, sewerage system and solid waste disposal.
2. Water distribution systems and its requirements at different scales such as building, site,
neighborhood, etc.
3. Sanitation and its layout requirements at different scales such as building, colony and
neighborhood.
4. Calculations and disposal of rainwater and solid waste disposal.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. The need and importance of building services in building design. Historical overview of
water supply, plumbing and sewerage systems in India and worldwide.
2. Sources of water, treatment for domestic use, study of quality of potable water,
standards in water supply. Test of potable water, Types of water supply pipes and joints,
Water Supply and distribution networks at municipal and colony level.
3. Fixtures, fittings and pipes for water supply. Intake, storage and distribution of water,
plumbing layout for single storied, multistoried, high-rise residences and public buildings.
Calculation of water consumption, and water flow requirements as per standards.
Recycling of waste water and sewage treatment plants.
4. Basic principles and standards of sanitation for urban, semi-urban, rural areas. Types
of sanitary pipes, joints and laying, disposal of city effluent through public sewer
lines with manholes etc. Type of sewer, Design of sewer, Layout and calculations for
design of sanitary networks at neighborhood scale, Design calculations of septic tank,
soak-pits, cesspools etc.
5. Treatment of city effluent and recycling of waste water, storm-water drainage and Rain
Water Harvesting at city level.
6. Types of sanitary systems and layout for a single residence, multistory buildings,
public building and cluster houses. Sanitary fixtures and fittings: placement and function.
Design and drawing of Traps, inspection chambers, septic tank, soak pits, rain
water harvesting and disposal etc.
7. Solid waste management by collection of refuse and recycling of city solid waste;
prevailing byelaws for same. Placement of refuse chutes in multi-storied buildings.
Course Outcomes:
1. Familiarization with all norms and standards of water supply and sanitation, design
efficient water supply and sanitation layout with detail calculation to achieve functional,
economical and aesthetical aspect in building design.
2. Techniques of data collection and analysis for designing the network system would be
taught as part of this course.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction of physical infrastructure in Urban areas
2. Terminology in Water supply
3. Sources of potable water
4. System of water supply
5. Standards in water supply
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 7. Cont....
8. Treatment of potable water:
9. Site visits of water treatment plant
10. Types of supply pipes: type of material their merits and demerits
11. Water supply fixtures: Valves, cocks and Traps
12. Cont....
13. Fittings and Joinery fixtures in water supply:
14. Cont....
15. Plumbing layout for single story and high-rise buildings
16. Cont....
17. Distribution network of water supply at colony level
18. Cont....
19. Distribution network of water supply at Municipal level
20. Demand estimation of water for house, cluster, neighborhood and city level
21. Factors of water consumption
22. Water flow requirements as per standards
23. Introduction of Sanitation
24. Concept of Ducts, shaft, chutes and OTS
25. Basic principles and standards of Sanitation ion Urban, Semi-urban and Rural area
26. Types of sanitation pipes
27. Terminology of soil appliances
28. Sanitary fitting and appliances : WC, Urinals, Bath tubs
29. Cont....
30. Sanitary network: Traps, chambers, Man holes
31. Cont....
32. Stacking Systems for waste and soil water
33. Disposal of city effluent through public sewer
34. Drainage scheme for residence and neighborhood: drainage layout
35. Recycle of waste water
36. Quantity of Sewage
37. Rain water harvesting
38. Quantity of storm water
39. Design of sewer: factors considering for sewer design
40. Shapes of sewer
41. Material of sanitation pipes and sewer
42. Design layout of sewerage system
43. Disposal of sewage
44. Basic principles of Solid Waste
45. Solid Waste: Generation and Characteristics
46. Solid Waste Management : Collection and Distribution of refuse
47. Solid Waste disposal
48. Recycle of city solid waste
49. Placement of refuse chutes in multi-storied buildings
50. Quiz & feedback
Book References:
1. Water Supply and Sanitation for All by Hans G Huber, IWA Publisher
2. Water Supply by Alan C Twort
3. Water Supply and Sewerage by Steel E W, McGraw-Hill Publisher
4. Textbook of Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering by S. K. Hussain

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 5. Water Supply & Sanitary Engineering by Birdie G S, DPR Publisher
6. Water Supply& Sanitary Engineering by Rangwala
7. Indian Code Council, International Plumbing Code
8. P.N. Khanna, Indian Practical civil Engineers’ Handbook
Web References:
1. https://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/monitoring/en/
2. NPTEL Lectures
3. Coursera
4. Udemy
5. E-books

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 Fourth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IV Year: II
Name of Course: Site Planning
Course Code: ARC 2205
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Importance of site and its characteristics in architecture.
2. Determining factors which govern the siting of a given project.
3. Appropriate site analysis techniques and methodology of preparing a site analysis
diagram.
4. To learn the planning of site services and utilities.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction: Definitions - plot, site, land and region, units of measurements.
Introduction to methods of site surveys; Modern surveying Instruments and their
application. Need for surveying. Reading a technical drawing of site plan.
2. Site Analysis: Need of site analysis; Understanding topography, hydrology, soils,
vegetation, climate, surface drainage, accessibility, size and shape, infrastructures
available (a basic analysis of natural, cultural and aesthetic factors on and around a site).
Reading and preferably preparing site analysis drawings and diagrams.
3. Detailed Analysis: Contour analysis (ridges and valleys), slope analysis, grading process
and criteria, functional and aesthetic considerations. Selection criteria for the siting of
various types of building typologies.
4. Site Context and Regulations: Contextualization of a site - existing surrounding land uses
for cities. The possible effect of a project on its surroundings. Suitable case studies of the
same.
5. Site Layout And Development: Exercise requiring siting of a given building typology, its
planning for vehicular and pedestrian circulation; planning of site utilities, drainage and
sewage disposal with consideration to topography and other site features.
Course Outcomes:The student should develop the capability to:
1. Do site analysis.
2. Utilize site analysis for planning for architectural projects.
3. Plan better managed site services.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to site planning
2. Definitions - plot, site, land and region, units of measurements.
3. Methods of establishing a site
4. Site surveys and need for surveying
5. Surveying methods
6. Surveying Instruments and their application
7. How to read a technical drawing of a site plan
8. Site Analysis, site inventory, need for site analysis
9. Factors to be considered for analyzing a site – Physical factors
10. Factors to be considered for analyzing a site – regulatory factors
11. Factors to be considered for analyzing a site – sensory factors
12. Site planning objectives and process
13. Exercise – Site Analysis – Site visit (on an assigned site)
14. Contd
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 16. Contd
17. Contour signatures (terminologies) – ridge, slope, valley etc.
18. Contour analysis
19. Exercise based on above
20. Slope analysis
21. Exercise based on above
22. Grading process and criteria
23. Selection criteria for the siting of various types of building typologies
24. Studying on site context and its relation with existing uses
25. Effect of a project on its surroundings
26. Case studies
27. Case studies
28. Developing a site
29. Making a layout for a site
30. Decision on Siting of buildings and services and utilities
31. Exercise – Site development based on analysis done earlier
32. Contd
33. Contd
34. Contd
35. Contd
Book References:
1. Ian Mcharg, Design with Nature
2. Kevin Lynch, Site planning
3. Edward. T. Q, Site Analysis
Web References:
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 Fourth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IV Year: II
Name of Course: Computer Applications - 2
Course Code: ARC 2206
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand and apply basic CAD skills to create simple and complex two dimensional
geometric forms.
2. To use CAD skills to create technically correct and presentable drawings.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to 2d Drafting. Introduction to computer aided 2-D drafting. To develop and
understand basic set up and menu bars for computer aided drafting. (utility commands).
Setting units and scale.
2. 2D Drafting Tools Drafting simple and complex geometric shapes such as squares, circles,
triangles, lines, curves, poly lines and their combinations etc. Application of various
toolbars and their sub tools including draw, edit, modify, view, file, dimension,
parametric, etc.
3. 2D Drafting of Building Preparation of two dimensional architectural drawings (including
plans, elevations and sections) incorporating layers, line-weights, texts, scale,
dimensioning and formatting of drawings for taking prints and plots.
4. 2D Presentation Drawings. Preparation of two dimensional architectural presentation
drawings (including plans, elevations and sections) incorporating human figures, plants,
car etc. Preparation of two-dimensional architectural presentation drawings (including
plans, elevations and sections) incorporating grid, column, dimensioning, legend and
architectural elements details with proper line weight etc.
5. Practical Work. 2 dimensional architectural plan, elevation and sections for any one of
the architectural design assignments studied in previous semesters with submission in
the form of printouts in scale.
Course Outcomes:
1. Learn and Grasp 2 D CAD drafting techniques.
2. Able to Identify errors in drawings.
3. To transform sketches and manually drafted drawings into CAD drawings.
4. Demonstrate ability to prepare presentation drawings with the help of computer
softwares.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to computer aided 2-D drafting
2. To develop understanding of basic set up and menu bars for computer aided drafting.
3. Utility commands - Screen Layout- status bar, tool bar, graphics area, labelled buttons,
drawing editor, file handling commands
4. Continue exercises
5. Setting up units and coordinate system
6. Layer Properties and settings
7. Draw commands- Drafting simple and complex geometric shapes like line, squares,
curves
8. Continue exercises
9. View and Edit commands
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 12. Continue exercises
13. Using other tools and sub tools
14. Class assignment on simple shapes
15. Text Dimensions and parametric
16. Continue exercises
17. Class Assignment on above
18. Explanation on drafting a Building
19. Starting with setting scale and sheet settings
20. Preparation of Presentation Drawings
21. Drafting plans - Components of plan
22. Making Blocks
23. Layers style , colours and Line weights
24. Continue exercises
25. Dimensioning the plan components, door windows etc
26. Continue practice in lab
27. Drafting an Elevation and Section
28. Continue practice in Lab
29. Door elevation, windows elevations
30. Adding figures, furnitures, plants, cars etc
31. Details of key building components
32. Incorporating grids, columns, dimension numbers etc
33. Adding legends, area statement and other architectural elements with details
34. Exercise on above and orking with fill commands - hatches, solid fill etc
35. Sheet format and print layout.
36. Format conversion, and Print outs
37. Working on a design Assignment – 2-Dimensional architectural drawing of a selected
building or building cluster – preparation of layers
38. Building plans – All floors
39. Annotations , dimensioning and legends
40. Working on building Elevations
41. Dimensioning and Annotations and legends of elevation
42. Working on sections
43. Dimensioning and Annotations and legends of sections
44. Layout, north, sheet formatting
45. Print settings for final submission
Book References:
1. Engineering AutoCAD by AP Gautam, Pradeep Jain
Web References:
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 Fourth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IV Year: II
Name of Course: Structure - 2
Course Code: CIV 2207 ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Knowledge of structural analysis
Basic Structural Design
Understanding of Basic Civil Engineering
Course Objectives:
1. To enable students to understand RCC codes and practices and design RCC structural
members.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Analysis of continuous beams and rigid jointed plane frames by moment distribution
method
2. RCC Design: Structural design of T and L beams
3. Design of slabs spanning in two directions
4. Design of Dog legged staircase
5. Structural design of columns (short and long columns)
6. Types of foundations, Design of isolated and combined (rectangular) footings
Course Outcomes:
1. The students will be able to apply knowledge of structural analysis to analyze structure to
evaluate internal forces and deformation due to external loading.
2. The design forces thus evaluated will help for designing of various RCC structures for safety
against collapse and serviceability requirements.
3. Optimization of design for safe and economical design.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to continuous beams
2. Determination of Static indeterminacy of continuous beams and frames
3. Development of concept of Moment distribution method
4. Absolute stiffness, Relative stiffness
5. Determination of distribution factors
6. Analysis of continuous beams by moment distribution method
7. Analysis of rigid jointed plane frames by moment distribution method
8. Structural design of RCC T beams
9. Concept of L beams
10. Codal provisions for design of two way slabs of various edge conditions
11. Design of slabs spanning in two directions
12. Codal provisions for design of stair cases
13. Design of Dog legged staircase
14. Introduction to columns having various end conditions
15. Structural design of short column
16. Structural design of long column
17. Various types of RCC foundations, Codal provisions
18. Design of isolated footing
19. Design of combined (rectangular) footing
Book References:
1. Structural Analysis: R.C. Hibbeler
2. Design of R.C.C Structures: P.C. Warghese
3. Design of R.C.C Structures: Vazirani & Ratwani

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 4. Structural Analysis: S.S. Bhavikatti (Vol. I & II)
5. Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures: N. Subramanian
6. Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures: N. Krishna Raju
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105166/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105105/
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105104/

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 MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

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 Fifth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: V Year: III
Name of Course: Architectural Design Project - 5
Course Code: ARC 3101
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: to make students understand:
1. How to design in urban areas.
2. Characteristics of a public building.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Understanding dynamics of multi-functional public buildings in urban setting; activities of
visitors and regular users. Providing for daily/regular, monthly, annual events and activities.
Relating space and individual; human scale and urban scale. Societal aspirations for aesthetics
and form.
2. Exercise in articulation and manipulation of programmed needs, criticism and evaluation of
alternative concepts, decision making process.
3. Integration of basic building services on larger scale. Role of climate, building services,
construction methods, bye-laws, codes (NBC etc.) on building and site design.
4. The design exercises may include buildings like Collectorate office, Degree College, navodaya
vidyalaya, corporation office, shopping complex, dharamshala, inn, motels, budget hotels, etc.
Course Outcomes: Students will have capability to
1. Understand the relationship between design and urban setting.
2. Design for multiple groups of users with due consideration to site, climate, services, bye-laws.
3. Derive a design process and design solution for public buildings.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, assessments and sessionals
2. Public Buildings in urban setting; Typological and chronological overview
3. cont…
4. Design brief discussion; factors and players
5. cont… urban context..
6. cont… urban scale and human scale
7. cont… State and societal aspirations foraesthetics and form
8. cont… visitors, regular users,
9. cont… decision makers and users
10. Articulation and manipulation of programmed needs
11. cont..
12. case study
13. case study
14. case study
15. case study
16. case study
17. case study
18. case study
19. case study presentation
20. case study presentation
21. Correlating design brief and case study learning
22. Design brief development
23. cont..
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25. Problem solving; Concept design and design development
26. cont..
27. cont..
28. cont.. , criticism and evaluation of alternative concepts
29. cont..
30. Design proposal finalization
31. cont..
32. cont..
33. cont..
34. cont..
35. cont..
36. cont..
37. Discussion and freezing design
38. Discussion and freezing design
39. Final drawings, views, models
40. cont..
41. cont..
42. cont..
43. cont..
44. cont..
45. cont..
46. cont..
47. Presentation
48. Presentation
49. Presentation
Book References:
1. Form, Space and Order by Francis D. K. Ching
2. Francis D. K. Ching , Architectural Graphics
3. The Public Face of Architecture: Civic Culture and Public Spacesedited by Nathan Glazer, The
free press
4. Analysing Architecture, Simon Unwin, Routledge, London.
5. Housing & Urbanisation, Charles Correa
Web References:
1. https://architexturez.net/

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 Fifth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: V Year: III
Name of Course: Building Materials and Construction - 5
Course Code: ARC 3102
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:to enable studentsto understand
1. Steel in architecture
2. Advanced slabs and foundations
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to structural steel properties and the types of sections used in various building
components.
2. Precast and pre engineered steel structures, making envelope in steel structure building
3. steel composite construction
4. Advance foundations like grillage, pile, raft
5. Advanced RCC slabs like coffer and flat slabs
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Understand the important elements of a steel framed structure
2. Provide details for various elements for construction of a steel framed building
3. Decide and detail the type of foundation for large buildings
4. Decide and detail the type of RCC slab to be chosen for large spans
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to structural steel properties and the types of sections used in various building
components-1
2. Introduction to structural steel properties and the types of sections used in various building
components-2
3. Introduction to structural steel properties and the types of sections used in various building
components-3
4. Details of footings and foundations and its connection to steel columns and stanchions-1
5. Details of footings and foundations and its connection to steel columns and stanchions-2
6. Types of steel columns and stanchions -1
7. Types of steel columns and stanchions -2
8. Types of steel columns and stanchions -3
9. Types of steel beams and joists-1
10. Types of steel beams joists -2
11. Types of steel beams joists -3
12. Role of bracings in the frame.
13. Different types of floor in steel construction and their details-1
14. Different types of floor in steel construction and their details -2
15. Different types of floor in steel construction and their details -3
16. Different types of wall systems in steel construction and their details -1
17. Different types of wall systems in steel construction and their details -2
18. Different types of wall systems in steel construction and their details -3
19. Creating openings in wall systems in steel construction and their details-1
20. Creating openings in wall systems in steel construction and their details-2
21. Construction details for integrating services in steel construction-1
22. Construction details for integrating services in steel construction-2
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 24. Cladding steel columns and beams-1
25. Cladding steel columns and beams-2
26. Cladding steel columns and beams-3
27. Integrating RCC and PCC in steel construction-1
28. Integrating RCC and PCC in steel construction-2
29. Integrating RCC and PCC in steel construction-3
30. Combining steel construction with traditional RCC frame-1
31. Combining steel construction with traditional RCC frame-2
32. Combining steel construction with traditional RCC frame-3
33. Advanced foundations; Pile and Raft
34. Advanced foundations; Pile and Raft
35. Advanced foundations; Pile and Raft
36. Advanced RCC slabs; Coffer and Flat
37. Advanced RCC slabs; Coffer and Flat
38. Advanced RCC slabs; Coffer and Flat
Book References:
1. Building Construction Volume 1 to 4, W.B. Mc Kay
2. Building Construction Volume 1 to 5, R. Barry
3. Building Construction Illustrated, Francis Ching D.K.
4. Civil Engineering construction Materials, S.K. Sharma
5. Building Construction, Sushil Kumar
6. Building Construction Handbook, R. Chudley, Roger Greeno
7. BIS IS: 800. 2007
Web References:
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 Fifth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: V Year: III
Name of Course: Acoustics
Course Code: ARC 3103
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: to enable students
1. To understand and apply basic laws and terminologies related to Acoustics.
2. Identify acoustical requirements of a given activity, designing of space and calculations.
3. To understand urban noise control and its application at site and building level.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. To understand the need and importance of acoustics in various building typologies, the
history of acoustics, works of pioneers. Introduction to general principles of sound, hearing,
measurement.
2. Behaviour of sound in free and enclosed spaces. Sound absorbing, reflecting and sound
insulating materials. Reverberation time, design considerations for good acoustical design,
Acoustical defects and remedies.
3. Design exercise of an auditorium or other sensitive enclosures for speech, music, lecture,
etc.
4. Sound modification and reinforcement systems.
5. Structure-borne and air-borne noise, urban noise; effects and controls.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Do basic analysis of spaces for acoustics and noise control.
2. Apply the fundamentals of acoustics and create acoustically sound architectural designs.
3. Communicate with acoustical consultants.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, syllabus, assignments and evaluation pattern
2. Need and importance of acoustics in various building typologies,
3. History of acoustics,
4. Desk appraisal of historical examples
5. Presentation by students
6. Works of pioneers
7. Acoustical terms and definitions
8. General principles of sound, Hearing mechanism
9. Measurement of sound
10. Numerical on above
11. Numerical on above
12. Sound in free field, Inverse square law
13. Numerical on above
14. Behaviour of sound in enclosed spaces
15. Sound absorption, reflection, insulation etc phenomena.
16. Numerical on above
17. Classification and characteristics of sound absorption materials
18. Cont…
19. Assignment on sample collection
20. Presentation by students
21. SPL in rooms; influencing factors
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 23. Numerical on above
24. Reverberation; factors affecting reverberation, standards
25. Reverberation time, formulae by different researchers
26. Numerical on above
27. Numerical on above
28. Modifying RT; numerical
29. Design considerations for good acoustical design
30. Cont..
31. Acoustical defects and remedies
32. Cont..
33. Design project: auditorium or other sensitive enclosures for speech, music, lecture, etc for a
given capacity
34. Planning, section development, profiles etc Ray tracing, sight lines
35. Cont…
36. Cont…
37. Cont…
38. Deciding materials
39. Calculation of RT; modifying if necessary
40. Modifying RT if necessary by changing design and specifications
41. Calculation of SPL
42. Calculation of SPL
43. Drawings and data sheets presentation
44. Sound modification and reinforcement systems
45. Psychological and physiological effects of noise, standards
46. Air-borne noise; effects and controls
47. Structure-borne; effects and controls
48. Urban noise; effects and controls
Book References:
1. Acoustics and Noise Control, B.J.Smith et al, Addison Wesley Longman Ltd.
2. Design for Good Acoustics and Noise Control, John Moore, Macmillan
3. National Building Code Of India Part 8 Building Services, Section 4 Acoustics, Sound
Insulation and Noise Control
4. Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, Walter T. Grondzik, Alison G. Kwok,
Benjamin Stein, John S. Reynolds. Chapter 26, 27
5. Manual of Tropical Housing and Building, Koenigsberger et al, Orient Longman
6. Auditorium Acoustics and Architectural Design, by Michael Barron, E & FN Spon
7. Collected Papers on Acoustics by Wallace Clement Sabine, Cambridge Harvard University
Press London : Humphrey Milford Oxford University Press 1922
8. Master Handbook of Acoustics by F. Alton Everest, Ken C. Pohlmann, V edition, McGraw Hill
NY
Web References:
1. https://i-simpa.ifsttar.fr/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/124/105/124105004/
3. http://www.roletech.net/books/HandbookAcoustics.pdf
4. Springer Handbook of Acoustics: Chapter 9 - GADE & MORTENSEN ... www.gade-
mortensen.dk/.../Gade_%20Acoustics%20in%20halls%20SpringerC-9.pdf

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 Fifth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: V Year: III
Name of Course: Quantity Surveying, Specifications and Valuation
Course Code: ARC 3104
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To develop an understanding of the quality and quantity of materials, quantity and
classes of skilled and unskilled laborers and tools and plants required for the project.
2. To develop skill for precise and approximate estimations.
3. To be able to estimate and specify quantities of various items of material and work
involved in an architectural project.
4. To be able to do rate analysis for any item of work.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. The need for specification. Types of specification. Specification writing. Classification of
specification, Brief specification and detailed specification- excavation, plain cement
concrete, RCC, brickwork, DPC, Flooring, doors, windows frames and shutters, plastering,
etc.
2. The various types & purposes of estimation, approximate estimate, bill of quantity,
considerability of factors, rationale for measurement and billing, measurement of basic
materials like brick, wood, concrete and unit of measurement for various items of work.
Estimate abstract and Cost estimation (types and approaches to construction estimates).
Estimate of list of quantities. Operating costs. Tender documents .
3. Detailed quantity estimates for various items of work of a building (earthwork excavation,
brick work, PCC, RCC, plastering, flooring, woodworks, iron works, painting, etc.
4. The role of budgeting, financing and phasing in a project and its significance in estimation.
Significance of time in cost-effectiveness. Introduction to valuation types, sinking fund, year
of purchase, depreciation and their types, methods and purpose of valuation.
5. Preparing specifications and estimating cost for small building including brief specifications,
calculating quantities for labor and materials, costing based on CPWD / PWD documents.
Course Outcomes:
1. Write specifications for building construction.
2. Prepare approximate estimates of building projects
3. Prepare detailed estimates for a building project.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Why Estimation and Specification, Process of Building execution
2. Valuation and its Role in profession
3. Types of Estimate (plinth rate, cube rate, detailed, abstract and BOQ)
4. Methods of Building Estimate
5. Individual Wall Method
6. Centre Line Method
7. Measurement of basic materials, units
8. Stage wise estimation of different building components
9. Foundation stage - excavation, filling, levelling, DPC, PCC, RCC
10. Slab level
11. Exercises on RCC including Centering
12. Exercises on Masonry of different thickness and shapes
13. Exercises on Door Windows of different materials like metal and wood
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 15. Exercises on Plastering and Paints
16. Exercises on Electrification
17. Exercises on Sanitary
18. Exercises on Water Supply
19. Exercises on typical items like water tank, metal work etc
20. Specification and SOR's, DSR etc.
21. Writing specification of a Residence
22. Continued
23. Introduction to Major project of Estimate preparation - Small residence
24. Foundation Stage (RCC, Shuttering, Steel calculations etc)
25. Continued
26. Plinth Stage (RCC, Shuttering, Steel calculations etc)
27. Continued
28. Slab I Level (RCC, Shuttering, Steel calculations , Brk. Masonry, Plaster etc)
29. Continued
30. Slab II Level (RCC, Shuttering, Steel calculations , Brk. Masonry, Plaster etc)
31. Continued
32. Woodwork calculations all floors
33. Metal work all floors
34. Stone work / Tile work all floors
35. Fixtures and Fittings all floors
36. Putty , Paints and. Finishes all floors
37. Preparation of Abstract and Boq
38. Continued
39. Continued
40. Material Collection and Rate Analysis (Market Survey)
41. Exercises on rate analysis for item rate
42. Continued
43. Continued
44. Contents of Tender documents
45. Phasing and Budgeting
46. Continued
47. Continued
48. Valuation types and Methods
49. Continued
50. Tender Documents
Book References:
1. I.S. 1200-1968 Methods of measurements of Buildings and Civil Engineering Works.
2. Rangwala, Estimating, Costing and Valuation (Professional practice)
3. B.N. Dutta, Estimating & Costing
4. PWD Standard Specifications , DSR etc.
Web References:
1. https://cpwd.gov.in/Publication/Specs2009V1.pdf
2. https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/publications/manuals/fulltext/M3034/EstimatingGuidelines.pd
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 Fifth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: V Year: III
Name of Course: Computer Applications - 3
Course Code: ARC 3105
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand and apply basic CAD skills to create simple and complex three-
dimensional geometric forms.
2. CAD skills to create technically correct and prepare three-dimensional building models
3. Skills to render and animate 3D building models.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Creating Three-Dimensional Geometry, Introduction to computer aided 3D drafting.
Understand tools, command and basic set up for 3D. Introduction to 3D-modelling
technique and construction planes, drawing objects, 3D surfaces setting up elevation
thickness and use of dynamic projections.
2. 3D Model of Building, Understanding and converting plan, elevation and section of
drawing to three dimensional building model using three dimensional tools. Creating
building models using building elements and then converting model to orthographic
projections.
3. Photo Realistic Rendering, making models photorealistic using materials, lighting,
texture, background, etc. Creating new materials and environment attributes.
4. Walk Through of Interior/Exterior, create interior walkthroughs for small spaces such as
bedroom, office etc. by adding scenes, furniture, texture, finishes with lighting effect and
camera angles. Create building exterior walkthroughs by adding scenes, trees, human
figures, cars, sun light effect and camera angles.
5. Practical Work, Making Three- dimensional photorealistic rendered architectural models
for any one of the architectural design assignments completed in previous semesters and
to create walkthrough of the same.
Course Outcomes:
1. Visualize building / transform sketches and 2-dimensional CAD drawings to 3
dimensional building models and walkthrough.
2. Execute photo realistic rendering of the building project.
3. Demonstrate ability to prepare presentation models with the help of computer
softwares.
4. Use 3D techniques for visualisation through various architectural projects of progressive
complexity.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Revision of AutoCAD 2D drafting tool and Digital drawings tools
2. Revision of Screen Layout- tool bar, graphics area, drawing editor, file handling
commands etc making 2D plans, elevation and sections etc
3. Introduction to computer aided 3D drafting.
4. Understand tools, command and basic set up for 3D
5. Creating and editing simple and complex geometric meshes, surfaces and solids with
their combinations etc
6. Continue with exercises
7. Application of various toolbars for three dimensional modelling.
8. Understanding 3D coordinate system using view points
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 10. 3D surfaces setting up elevation, thickness and use of dynamic projections
11. Exercises
12. Surfacing in 3D, working with advanced surfacing commands – Solid modeling
13. Exercises
14. Using building elements and then converting model to orthographic projections.
15. Understanding and converting plan, elevation and section of drawing to three
dimensional building model using three dimensional tools.
16. Exercises
17. Advanced solid modeling commands – Editing Solids
18. Complete solid 3 D modeling of Building
19. Exercises to Convert and draw 2 d architectural drawings to 3d forms
20. Exercises
21. Exercises continued
22. Introducing Photo Realistic Rendering
23. Making models photorealistic using different materials
24. Lighting, texture, background, etc. creating new materials and environment attributes.
25. Exercises and Practice
26. Exercises and Practice
27. Demonstrate presentation drawings , material application and lighting in 3D Cad
28. Interactive viewing in 3D
29. Demonstrate material application and lighting in 3D Cad
30. Class exercise and Assignment
31. Introduction to Walk through of Interior spaces and exterior spaces
32. Create interior walkthroughs for small spaces such as bedroom, office etc.
33. Adding scenes, furniture, texture, finishes with lighting effect and camera angles in
interior spaces
34. Case study
35. Exercises
36. Create building exterior walkthroughs
37. Adding exterior elements like scenes, trees, human figures, cars, sun light effect and
camera angles.
38. Exercises
39. Exercises
40. Introduction to rendering in 3D
41. Rendering process – Enhancing digital images from CAD application using Adobe
Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro & other graphic programs.
42. Making Three- dimensional photorealistic rendered architectural models
43. Examples
44. Create complete walkthrough of the above building outdoors with rendering
45. Continue on exercise
46. Continue on exercise
47. Discussing other software for 3D visualisation and models.
Book References:
1. Engineering AutoCAD by AP Gautam, Pradeep Jain
2. Fundamentals Of Three-Dimensional Computer Graphics by Watt
3. CAD For Interiors Beyond The Basics by J.A. Fiorello
4. Computer Aided Design guide For Architecture, Engineering And Construction by Aouad
Web References:
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 Fifth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: V Year: III
Name of Course: Structure - 3
Course Code: CIV 3106 ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Knowledge of strength of materials
Knowledge of solid mechanics
Knowledge of structural analysis
Course Objectives:
1. To understand IS codes for steel.
2. To be able to design load bearing structures and steel structural members.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Load Bearing Structures: Structural design and illustrative detailing of load bearing
structures in brick masonry; load bearing wall and its foundation.
2. Isolated columns and its foundation in brick masonry.
3. Steel structures: Properties of steel as structural material, Rolled and built up sections.
4. Structural design of tension members, compression members and beams.
5. Introduction to connections.
Course Outcomes:
1. The students will be able to apply knowledge of structural analysis to analyze structure
to evaluate internal forces and deformation due to external loading.
2. The design forces thus evaluated will help for designing of various masonry and steel
structures for safety against collapse and serviceability requirements.
3. Optimization of design for safe and economical design.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to masonry structures
2. Load bearing masonry column foundation
3. Structural design and illustrative detailing of load bearing isolated column foundation in
brick masonry
4. Load bearing masonry wall foundation
5. Structural design and illustrative detailing of load bearing wall foundation in brick
masonry
6. Structural design of load bearing isolated columns in brick masonry
7. Structural design of load bearing walls in brick masonry
8. Steel structures: Properties of steel as structural material
9. Various types of rolled steel sections
10. Concept of design of steel structures (Limit state)
11. Structural design of tension members
12. Structural design of compression members
13. Structural design of beams
14. Introduction to connections
Book References:
1. Design of Steel Structures: S.A. Kazimi
2. Comprehensive Design of Steel Structures: B.C. Punmia
3. Structural Steel Design: C. Jack C. McCormac and Stephen F. Csernak
4. Design of Masonry and Timber structures: Harbhajan Singh
5. Design of Steel Structures: N. Subramanian
6. Design of Steel Structures: S.K. Duggal

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 Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105166/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105162/
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/106/105106112/

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 Fifth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: V Year: III
Name of Course: Building Services - 2 (Electrical services)
Course Code: EE 3107 ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Basics of Physics
Course Objectives:
1. To know the Basic laws and terminologies related to electrical services in buildings.
2. To understand the electrical requirements for given situation, its calculations and design.
3. To have a knowledge of artificial Illumination and its application in buildings.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Brief introduction to generation of electricity; types of power stations.
2. Power distribution system in city; function of sub stations; locational guidelines for
substations, land and other infrastructural requirement for substation; power distribution
system in locality.
3. Calculation of electrical load for residential and non - residential building, distribution
board, electrical layout of building.
4. Detailed electrical layout in a building, placement of electrical fixtures and fittings; control
systems. Solar energy integrated electrical design of buildings and smart buildings.
5. Illumination standards and artificial lighting design and lighting power density. Daylight
integrated lighting system, timers and sensors. Study of lighting fixtures and fittings used in
buildings, special lighting systems for museums or displays.
6. Provisions of standards, building byelaws and energy codes related to electrical services.
Case study and project work.
Course Outcomes:
1. Knowledge of generation and distribution of electricity
2. Numerical methods of electrical load calculation
3. Understand the artificial lighting systems
4. Knowledge of building byelaws and energy codes
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction of generation of electricity
2. Brief introduction types of power stations
3. Generation of electricity using hydro power plants
4. Generation of electricity using steam power plants
5. Generation of electricity using nuclear power plants
6. Power distribution system in city
7. Block diagram of substation
8. Function of sub stations
9. Locational guidelines for substations
10. Land and other infrastructural requirement for substation
11. Power distribution system in locality.
12. Layout of substation
13. Calculation of electrical load for residential building,
14. Problems on calculation of electrical load for residential building
15. Calculation of electrical load for non - residential building
16. Problems on calculation of electrical load for non-residential building
17. Distribution board
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 20. Placement of electrical fixtures and fittings
21. Control systems for electrical fixtures and fittings.
22. Solar energy integrated electrical design of buildings
23. Solar energy integrated electrical design smart buildings
24. Basic concept of illumination
25. Illumination standards
26. Problems on illumination
27. Artificial lighting System
28. Various types of lamps used for artificial lighting System
29. Problems on different types of lamps
30. Artificial lighting design
31. Lighting power density
32. Daylight integrated lighting system
33. Timers
34. Sensors
35. Study of lighting fixtures and fittings used in buildings
36. Designing of layout of lighting fixtures and fittings used in buildings
37. Special lighting systems for museums or displays.
38. Designing of layout of special lighting systems for museums or displays
39. Provisions of standards
40. Building byelaws
41. Energy codes related to electrical services
42. Case study
43. Project work
Book References:
1. Fred Hall, Roger Greeno BA, “Building services handbook” (2005),
ISBN 0 7506 6460 6
2. Joseph B. Wujek, Frank R. Dagostino – “Mechanical and electrical systems in architecture,
engineering, and construction”, ISBN-13: 978-0-13-500004-5
3. Gupta, J.B., ‘Utilisation of Electrical Energy and Electric Traction’, S.K.Kataria and sons, 10th
Edition, 1990.
4. H. Pratab, Utilization of Elect. Energy, 2012 edition, S.K. Kataria & Sons, 2012.
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/108/106/108106026/

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 MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

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 Sixth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Architectural Design Project - 6
Course Code: ARC 3201
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand how to design closed environment buildings in urban areas.
2. Interior comfort for activities and movement with artificial means; air-conditioning, lighting,
lifts, etc.
3. Service oriented building types
4. Integration of Multi-functional activity
5. Form, Space and Services with technological interventions
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Understanding essentials for closed environment public buildings; interior comfort for
activities and movement with artificial means; air-conditioning, acoustics, lighting, lifts etc.
2. Building envelope design, materials and finishes for energy efficiency and green rating
(GRIHA,ECBC etc.). Exploring structural system alternatives.
3. Exercises on studies of closed environment buildings. Design (form and space) for multi
activity closed environment facility like hospitals, hotels, corporate office, IT office, call-
centers, cinema hall, small convention centers etc.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Design closed environment buildings for a specific purpose for a multiple group of
users.
2. Understand and design for energy efficiency.
3. Produce a design process and design output for a specialized building type.
4. Design with norms applicable on site as per Development Plan and Adhiniyam
Lecture Schedule:
1. Concept of Multi-Functional buildings
2. Continued
3. Urban setting and Building performance
4. Continued
5. Tutorials on identification of types of Multi-Functional buildings
6. Continued
7. Opportunities and Challenges in Design of such buildings
8. Designing environment
9. Continued
10. Project Identification and Background study – Convention Centres, Mall, Hospitals etc (Any
one)
11. Case studies of similar type of Building and its environment
12. Case study Visit
13. Case study Visit
14. Case study Visit
15. Case study Visit
16. Assignment on Analysis of Case studies on parameters like site planning, site services,
Building Design and Services, Structural systems, Materials and Specifications etc.
17. Tutorials on case studies
18. Tutorials on case studies
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 20. Area Calculations
21. Site information
22. Applicable building bye laws
23. Lecture on Site Analysis and Site Planning
24. Continued
25. Continued
26. Active and Passive Design techniques
27. Continued
28. Continued
29. Design Methodology and Design Process
30. Continued
31. Continued
32. Conceptual Development of an Idea of multi-functional building activities and diverse users
33. Continued
34. Detailing of concept applying principles of Design of interior and outdoor spaces, energy
efficient methods, structural innovations etc.
35. Continued
36. Continued
37. Design Development through façade designs, Materials and Integration of building blocks
38. Continued
39. Continued
40. Design Development by integrating services like HVAC, Plumbing, Firefighting etc.
41. Continued
42. Continued
43. Developing 3D model
44. Continued
45. Continued
46. Preparation of Presentation drawings
47. Continued
48. Continued
49. Preparation of working drawings
50. Continued
Book References:
1. Francis D. K. Ching , Architectural Graphics
2. A Pattern Language: by Christopher Alexander (Author), Sara Ishikawa (Author), Murray
Silverstein (Author)
3. Image of the City by Kevin Lynch
4. Form, Space and Order by Francis D. K. Ching
5. Architecture As Space Paperback – August 21, 1993by Bruno Zev
6. Design Manual for a Barrier-Free Built Environment
Web References:
1. https://www.irbnet.de/daten/iconda/CIB12257.pdf
2. http://www.bsu.edu/cap/programsfbfi/Open Building/openbuilding.htm
3. http://www.bsu.edu/cap/programsfbfi/Open Building/openbuilding.htm
4. https://www.cedengineering.com/userfiles/The%20MEP%20Design%20of%20Building%20Se
vices.pdf
5. https://worldarchitecture.org/

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 Sixth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Building Materials and Construction - 6
Course Code: ARC 3202
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:to enable studentsto understand
1. Modular coordination
2. Large span structural components and construction details.
3. 3D printing
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Modular space grid. Modular dimensioning and modular drawing.Preferred sizes for
horizontal and vertical coordinating and controlling dimensions. Controlling dimensions for
building components. Analysis of building elements / components for introduction of
prefabrication in India context. Classification of prefabricated components.
2. Skeleton frame works (space frames) - single layer grids (two-way, three way & four way)
and double layer grids (lattice grids & true space grids). Offset grids and differential grids.
3. Study of large span tensile structures, prefabricated systems like Geodesic domes,
4. Design and detailing of concrete used in advanced construction such as Precast concrete,
pre stressed concrete, decorative concrete,insulated concrete forms (ICF), Concrete for
Seismic design. Concrete shell roofs of various types and folded plates
5. Types of materials and its constitution/manufacturing, construction technology and
requirement for 3D printed buildings structure and extraterrestrial printed structures.
Tensilefabric structure by digital printing - translucent fabric, thin-film photovoltaic, texlon
foil, PVC(poly vinyl chloride) coated polyester cloth and poly tetra fluroethlene, coatedglass
cloth etc.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Apply modular coordination
2. Conceptually design modern construction systems and techniques used in large scale
buildings and other architectural projects.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction and advantages of modular coordination
2. Introduction to Modular space grid, Modular dimensioning and modular drawing.
3. Introduction to horizontal and vertical coordinating and controlling dimensions.
4. Controlling dimensions for widths of building components.
5. Controlling dimensions for heights of building components.
6. Introduction of prefabrication in India context – 1
7. Introduction of prefabrication in India context – 2
8. Classification of prefabricated components – 1
9. Classification of prefabricated components – 2
10. Introduction to space structures
11. Skeleton frame works (space frames) - single layer grids – 1
12. Skeleton frame works (space frames) - single layer grids – 2
13. Skeleton frame works (space frames) - single layer grids – 3
14. Skeleton frame works (space frames) - Double layer grids – 1
15. Skeleton frame works (space frames) - Double layer grids– 2
16. Skeleton frame works (space frames) - Double layer grids – 3
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 19. Introduction to Concrete shell roofs of various types – 2
20. Folded plates construction techniques – 1
21. Folded plates construction techniques – 2
22. Folded plates construction techniques – 3
23. Shell structures – 1
24. Shell structures – 2
25. Shell structures – 3
26. Introduction to study of prefabricated commercially available systems:
27. Space Deck System
28. TriodeticSystem
29. Mero System
30. Nodus System
31. Geodesic Dome – 1
32. Geodesic Dome – 2
33. Introduction to design and detailing of Precast concrete
34. Introduction to design and detailing of pre stressed concrete
35. Introduction to design and detailing of vaults
36. Introduction to design and detailing of domes
37. Introduction to decorative concrete
38. Concrete for Seismic design – 1
39. Concrete for Seismic design – 2
40. Introduction to Digital and Tensile Materials
41. Introduction to types of Digital and Tensile Materials and its constitution
42. Introduction to 3D printing of construction technology
43. Introduction to Tensile fabric structure by digital printing.
Book References:
1. Analysis, Design and Construction of Double - Layer Grids Makowski
2. Shells, Membranes and Space Frames, K.Heki, (ed.)
3. Transmaterial 2: A Catalog of Materials That Redefine Our Physical Environment, Blaine
Brownell
4. Material Architecture: emergent materials for innovative buildings and ecological
construction 1st Editionby John E Fernandez
Web References:
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 Sixth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Working Drawing
Course Code: ARC 3203
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To develop and convert the intent of an architectural design into a set of documents that
are technically correct and complete for work execution on site. All documents in this set
should be complete and well-coordinated so as to explain properly the architectural
decisions to the executing agencies.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Design of a simple ground plus one floor building like residence having multiple spaces
like activity rooms, wet spaces (like washrooms, kitchen) and staircase. Making of
presentation drawings in the form of floor plans, sections, site plan and main elevations.
2. Understand the Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD) and Construction
Drawing (CD) stages of an architectural work. Development of design to its minutest
details and resolving all issues using detailed building plans, site plans, sections, plinth
beam plans, details, 3D visualizations, etc. Documenting all these decisions in the form of
drawings, schedules, etc. complete with instructions, dimension and specifications.
3. Detailing of individual spaces like activity spaces, washrooms, kitchens, staircases, etc.
for their finishes, pipe work (wherever needed), platforms, etc. Documenting all these
decisions in the form of drawings, schedules, etc. complete with instructions, dimension
and specifications.
4. Detailing of layout and number of various electrical fixtures, switches and switchboards
using drawings, schedules, etc. complete with instructions, dimension and specifications.
Detail of layout of internal and external plumbing and sanitation lines using drawings,
schedules, etc. complete with instructions, dimension and specifications.
5. Detailing of other miscellaneous items like false ceiling details, door- window details,
grills and jails, parapet wall or railings, boundary walls, schedule of finishes, etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Resolve and convert architectural design intent into drawings.
2. Produce proper documentation of Working drawing set for a project.
3. Ability to read and comprehend working drawing set.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Setting out plan
2. Detailed floor plan
3. Edge of slab plan for all slabs
4. Terrace plan
5. Section - aa and bb
Elevation - e1 and e2
Profile - p1 and p2
6. Staircase detail – plan and details - section and detail
7. Electrical plan and schedule– For all floors
8. Schedule of electrical fixtures
Toilet detail
Kitchen detail
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 Plumbing details
Reflected ceiling plan for selected area
Book References:
1. BIS National building code
2. Architectural Working Drawings, Ralph W. Liebing
3. Francis D. K. Ching , Architectural Graphics
4. The Professional Practice of Architectural Working Drawings, 5th Edition Osamu A.
Wakita, Nagy R. Bakhoum, Richard M. Linde
5. Working Drawing Handbook, Keith Styles
Web References:
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 Sixth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Computer Applications – 4 (Building Information Modeling)
Course Code: ARC 3204
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:The objective of the subject is to enable students to understand and apply:
1. Skills and information to build comprehensive Building InformationModels (BIM) using
appropriate Digital software and Media.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Fundamentals: Key concepts of BIM - reading and manipulating the
software Interface - navigating withinviews - selection methods - the importance of levels
and grids- create walls, doors,windows, and components - working with essential
modification commands and load family.Creating floors, ceilings, and stairs - working with
type and instance parameters – importingdrawings - understanding the project browser
and type properties palettes - adding sheets -inserting views onto sheets - adding
dimensions and text to the mode and plotting.
2. Advanced Modeling - Creating curtain walls, schedules, details, a custom family, and family
types - “flex” a familywith family types and work with reference planes - creating rooms
and an area plan – tagcomponents - customize existing wall styles. Create and edit a topo-
surface, add site andparking components - draw label contours - work with phasing -
understand groups and links- work with stacked walls - and learn the basics of rendering
and create a project template.
3. Rendering Choosing material for buildings- Creating custom walls, floors, and roofs -
keynoting – workingwith mass elements - enhancing rendering with lighting - producing
customized materials -Using sun and shadow settings - Walkthrough technique - adding
decals - working withdesign options and worksets - and calculating energy analysis -
managing revisions.
4. BIM for Building Energy Simulation- Energy simulation for conceptual BIM models using
massing- Detailed modeling using designelements- Rapid energy modeling and simulation
with software. Conceptual Energy Analysisfeatures to simulate performance. To produce
energy consumption, carbon neutrality and renewable potential reports.
5. BIM for Cost Estimating, Project Phasing and Administration- Introduction and theoretical
information on the following topics- Model based Cost Estimating- Challenges in cost
estimating with BIM - Cad geometrics verses BIM element description- Visualdata models -
Material substitutions and value engineering- detailed estimates and take- offsheets- XML
and automated cost estimate- project phasing and management- 4D modeling -BIM for
project lifecycles.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Implement BIM concepts
2. Perform building energy, simulation,construction and administration 4D visualization
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the BIM and it utility
2. Understanding key concepts of BIM - 1
3. Understanding key concepts of BIM - 2
4. Importance and utility of levels and grids
5. Understanding project Browser
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 8. Introduction to advanced modeling techniques
9. Customization of various building components – 1
10. Customization of various building components – 2
11. Customization of various building components – 3
12. Practical
13. Practical
14. Create and edit a topo-surface
15. Practical
16. Practical
17. Inserting and editing site planning elements and components
18. Practical
19. Practical
20. Understanding work phasing
21. Practical
22. Practical
23. Creating project templates
24. Practical
25. Practical
26. Choosing material and applying materials
27. Practical
28. Practical
29. Working with mass elements
30. Practical
31. Practical
32. Understanding Rendering with lighting
33. Practical
34. Practical
35. Creating customized materials
36. Practical
37. Practical
38. Using sun and shadow settings
39. Practical
40. Walkthrough
41. Practical
42. calculating energy analysis
43. Practical
44. managing revisions
45. Practical
46. Energy simulation for conceptual BIM models using massing
47. Practical
48. produce energy consumption, carbon neutrality and renewable potential reports
49. Practical
50. BIM for Cost Estimating
51. Project Phasing and Administration
52. 4D modeling -BIM for project lifecycles
Book References:
1. BIM Handbook: A Guide to Building Information Modeling for Owners, Managers,
Designers, Engineers and Contractors
2. Building Information Modeling For Dummies

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 3. BIG BIM, little BIM: The Practical Approach to Building Information Modelling
4. The BIM Manager’s Handbook: Guidance for Professionals in Architecture, Engineering,
and Construction
Web References:
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 Sixth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Structure - 4
Course Code: CIV 3205 ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Knowledge of structural analysis
Knowledge of structural design of RCC and steel structures
Basic Civil Engineering
Course Objectives:
1. To understand concepts for structural design with advanced building structure
technologies.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to concepts of structural design of modern structures - multistory buildings
2. Introduction to design of Flat slabs as per IS 456.
3. Introduction to Precast, Prestressed and Steel concrete composite structures.
4. Concept of Earthquake resistant design of buildings.
5. Design Project:
Structural design, drawings and detailing of a complete RCC building project.
Course Outcomes:
1. The students will be able to apply knowledge of structural analysis to analyze structure
to evaluate internal forces and deformation due to external loading.
2. The design forces thus evaluated will help for designing of RCC/steel structures (Project)
for safety against collapse and serviceability requirements
3. Optimization of design for safe and economical design.
4. Concepts of structural design of modern structures.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to concepts of structural design of modern structures - multistory buildings
2. Introduction to design of Flat slabs as per IS 456
3. Concept of Precast construction
4. Introduction to Pre-stressed concrete
5. Introduction to steel-concrete Composite structures
6. Concept of Earthquake resistant design of buildings
7. Effect of Architectural features in seismic design of building
8. Introduction to Design Project
9. Determination of loads
10. Structural analysis of complete RCC building subjected to gravity loads
11. Structural design of complete RCC building
12. Drawings and detailing of various components of building
Book References:
1. Prestressed Concrete: N. Krishna Raju
2. Composite Structure of Steel and Concrete (Volume-1): R.P. Johnson
3. Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures: P. Agarwal & M. Shrikhande
4. Structural Analysis: S.S. Bhavikatti (Vol. I & II)
5. Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures: N. Subramanian
6. Design of Steel Structures: Subramanyan
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105166/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105104/
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/105/105105162/

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 Sixth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Building Services – 3 (Mechanical Services)
Course Code: ME 3206 ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: General Awareness
Course Objectives:
1. Overview and introduction to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning focusing on
different HVAC systems.
2. HVAC requirements for given situation, its calculations and design.
3. Lift, escalator and travelator requirements for given situation, its calculations.
4. Introduction to building automation systems.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Comfort conditions, Thermal comfort, Indoor Air Quality.
2. Air conditioning systems in buildings, Methods of air conditioning, Components used in
air conditioning, Selection criteria for air conditioning systems, Refrigerants.
3. Ducting principles, layout schemes and placement of air conditioner outlets in central air
conditioning systems. Understanding psychometric for HVAC design and Heat load
calculations.
4. Design and provision of lifts, escalator and walk ways; its integration in buildings.
5. Fire-fighting provisions and its integration in buildings, provision of security systems,
Acoustic and Sound Insulations.
6. Renewable energy integrated site planning / design of buildings. Provisions of code and
byelaws related to mechanical services and firefighting systems.
Course Outcomes:
1. Select the right type & position of air conditioning.
2. Plan & Select the suitable mechanical services for particular requirements of buildings.
3. Identify the services like lift, elevators, conveyors and escalators, firefighting provisions
etc.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Mechanical Services
2. Comfort conditions
3. Comfort conditions in present scenario
4. Thermal comfort
5. Comfort Equation
6. Thermal comfort parameters
7. Indoor Air Quality & Ventilation
8. Ventilation Types, Factors to be considered in design of Ventilation
9. Air Conditioning systems
10. Description of Air Conditioning systems
11. Components used in air conditioning
12. Description of air conditioning components
13. Selection criteria for Air Conditioning systems
14. Refrigerants
15. Classification of Refrigerants
16. Mini Test
17. Load calculations
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 20. Layout schemes in central air conditioning systems
21. Placement of air conditioner outlets in central air conditioning systems
22. Understanding psychometric for HVAC design
23. Cryogenics
24. Food Preservation
25. Definition & Types of Lifts
26. Integration of lifts in buildings, Design Considerations, Location, Sizes, Components
27. Types of elevators and Escalators
28. Integration of Elevators & Escalators in buildings
29. Design of Walkways
30. Integration of Walkways in buildings
31. Design of Conveyors
32. IS codes for lifts, elevators, escalators & walkways
33. Fire-fighting provisions
34. Causes of fire and Effect s of fire
35. General Requirements of Fire Resisting buildings
36. Characteristics of Fire resisting materials, Maximum Travel Distance
37. Fire Fighting Installations for Horizontal Exit, Roof Exit / Fire Lifts, External Stairs
38. Requirement of good Acoustic
39. Various sound absolvent
40. Factors to be followed for noise control in residential building
41. Renewable Energy integrated site planning
42. Wind and bio mass energy
43. Renewable Energy integrated design of buildings
44. Provisions of code and byelaws related to mechanical services
45. Visit a residential building & commercial building under construction and prepare layout
for mechanical services
46. Prepare a case study for the fire fighting services for commercial building in the nearby
area
47. Project work
48. Project work
Book References:
1. Heating, Cooling and Lighting Design for Architects -Norbert Lechner
2. Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning Analysis and Design - Faye C. Mcquiston And
Jerald D. Parker
3. Bureau of Indian Standards - Hand Book of Functional Requirements of Buildings
4. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning – C.P. Arora
5. Mechanical Services for Buildings - Thomas D. Eastop, William Edward Watson
6. Air-conditioning and Ventilation of Buildings Vol. 1 - Croome, J.D. & Roberts, B.M
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/102/105102176/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/noc/courses/noc18/SEM2/noc18-ce30/

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BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

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 Seventh Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Architectural Design Project -7
Course Code: ARC 4101
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Understanding Socio-economic factors of society.
Knowledge of Institutional buildings, mass housing,
amenities and community facilities.
Study of land use, density and building bye-laws. Integration
of stakeholders, participative architecture and designing for
community.
Course Objectives:
1. To understand how to include socio-economic demands in design.
2. Parameters like role of population density, user-satisfaction, participative
architecture
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Design of high-density, large-scale housing. Socio-economic determinants,
legislative and economic constraints and technological alternatives shall be studied
in detail. Exercises in simulation and conceptual modeling shall be conducted.
2. Application of concepts of community participation, phasing, financing and
construction planning computer aided project documentation including basic
working drawings, preliminary estimates, outline specifications and scheduling
aimed at comprehensive understanding of the implementation process.
3. The design exercises may include apartment blocks, multi-story office building,
hospitals, hotels, corporate offices, call centers, etc.
4. Study Tour- A study tour should be conducted during the semester as per the
requirement of design studio/ exercise.
Course Outcomes:
1. Be able to design campuses comprising of building with different uses for the
community as client.
2. To understand society and transfer socio-cultural aspiration into built form.
3. Understand parameters of architectural design like integrated services, end-user
satisfaction, diversity in users and inclusivity etc.
4. Understanding the design process for the large scale projects.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Design for community
2. Understanding of socio-cultral aspects and their relation with buildings
3. Realtionship between socio-cultural factors and its reflection in built form
4. Tutorial based on relationship and transformation of socio-cultural asptect into
form
5. Formulation of the requirement based on above factors
6. Introduction to development plan to understand bye laws
7. Study of bye laws at city level
8. Study of national and international standards for mix of uses, level of servicesnad
amentiesrequired
9. Tutorial based on comparative of standards
10. Critreian for site selection considering prevailing regulations
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 13. Site analysis basedon physiographic aspects
14. Site analysis in context of urban settings
15. Study of permissible activities, built up mass etc with respect to regulations and by
laws
16. Tutorial of site analysis with repect to physiographic feature
17. Tutorial of site analysis considering by laws
18. Tutorial on site analysis outcome of environmental and societal demand
19. Introdcution to case studies
20. Criterien to select case studies
21. Identification of parameters of case study
22. Preparing the check list for case study
23. Introducing the problem with specific project
24. Tutorial for space reqirement with respect to standards, case studies and site
potential
25. Coneptual site plan
26. Tutorial based on site planning
27. Site planning alternatives
28. Tutorial based on alternatives
29. Interconnecting the different building block
30. Visual connectivity
31. Physical connectivity
32. Landscape and site planning
33. Design standards
34. Building Design: functional requirements
35. Evolution of form, individual blocks/ units
36. Collective form, unifying / intergration
37. Services required and incarporating them in buildings
38. Structural requirements of building
39. Tutorial based on service requirement
40. Tutorial based on structural requirement
41. Tutorial based on overall form evalution
42. Tutorial for communicating the design
43. Presentation of Design for crit
44. Incarporation /response to crit
45. Final presentation
Book References:
1. Brooks, R. G. (1988). Site Planning: Environment, Process and Development.
Michigan.
2. Root, B. J. (1985). Fundamentals of landscaping and site planning. AVI Publications.
3. Correa, C. (2010). A Place in the Shade: The New Landscape and Other Essays. New
Delhi
4. Penguin Books.’ Clapham, D., Clark, W. A. V. and Gibbs, K. (2012). The Sage
Handbook of Housing Studies. London : Sage Publications.
5. Ferre, A. and Tihamer, S. H. (2010). Total Housing: Alternatives to Urban Sprawl.
New York ACTAR Publishers.
6. Rapoport, A. (1969). House, Form & Culture. Eaglewood : Prentice Hall Inc.
7. Levitt, D. and Levitt, B. (2010). The Housing Design Handbook. New York :
Routledge. Untermann, R. and Small, R. (1977). Site Planning for Cluster Housing.
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 8. Lee, K. E. (1984). Time Saver Standards for Site Planning. McGraw-Hill Ryerson.
9. Chiara, J. D. and Michael, J. C. 2001. Time Savers Standards for Building Types.
Singapore : McGraw Hill Professional.
10. Baiche, B. and Walliman, N. (2012). Neufert Architects Data, 4th Ed. Oxford : Wiley-
Blackwell.
11. Kloft, E. and Johann, E. (2003). High-rise Manual: Typol ogy and Design,
Construction and Technology, 1st Ed. Basel : Birkhauser Verlag AG.
12. Markus, K., Rollbacher, R., Herrmann, E., Wietzorrek, U. and Ebner, P. (2009).
Typology, Innovative Residential Architecture. Basel : BirkhauserVerlag AG.
13. Designing for people of all ages and abilities. North Carolina : North Carolina State
University Press.
Web References:
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 Seventh Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Landscape Architecture
Course Code: ARC 4102
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand landscape design as an allied field of architecture.
2. Process of landscape design for small and large buildings.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Landscape Design: Introduction to Landscape Architecture its Importance
for human beings, Need &scope of landscape architecture. Its influence on physical &
visual environment. Study of Landscape elements such as land, vegetation, water, earth
& climate, Natural & manmade elements, etc. Principles of landscape design such as
unity, simplicity, variety, balance, proportion, sequence, etc. Social and economic
factors. Psychological considerations of spaces and enclosures.
2. History of Landscape: History of Landscape Architecture including natural & cultural
factors of the place, development of landscape architecture through history in different
parts of the world such as China, Japan, Europe, Italy, France, England, Persia, Egypt,
Greece, Rome.Study of landscape architecture in Medieval period in India such as
Mughal. Modern & Contemporary Landscape architecture.
3. Hardscapes & Softscapes: Hardscapes - pergolas, garden furniture, fences, rocks,
masonry, paving & surfacing, roads&parking lots, walks & plazas. Softscapes such as
plantation, turfing, water features. Design criteria for landscape design such as visual,
functional, micro-climatic, ecological and aesthetic. Basic horticultural idea about plants,
plant selection, planting design and care of plants.
4. Landscape Design and Services: Macro and micro-climatic considerations in landscape
architecture. Effect of climate on landscape and various components of landscape on the
microclimate. Cultural aspects of the landscape architecture with contextual
understanding. Landscape Services & Sustainability: Introduction; Outdoors lighting,
surface water drainage, irrigation, soil management techniques.
5. Landscape design exercise: One exercise as study oriented work involving studying use of
outdoor spaces by different user groups, landscape elements, street furniture, etc.
Another exercise on Design for outdoor spaces with details of various elements &
components.
Course Outcomes:The student should have the capability to:
1. Understand concepts of landscape architecture.
2. Study and analyze site in relation to landscape design.
3. Able to design and detail landscape projects.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Landscape Architecture its Importance. Important definitions
2. Need and scope of landscape architecture
3. Relation between landscape, architecture and the built environment
4. Different types of landscapes-Natural, manmade, rural, urban
5. Principles of landscape design
6. Social and economic factors in landscape design
7. Psychological considerations of spaces and enclosures
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11. Landscape architecture in Medieval period in India
12. Contd
13. Modern & Contemporary Landscape architecture.
14. Noted landscape architects and their works
15. Examples of Contemporary urban landscapes
16. Exercise – Presentation on urban landscapes
17. Contd
18. Landscape elements – Hard landscape
19. Landscape elements – Soft landscape
20. Design criterias for landscape design - visual, functional, micro-climatic, ecological and
aesthetic
21. Contd
22. Basic horticultural idea about plants
23. Plant selection-interior and exterior plants.
24. Planting design – indoor and outdoor and care of plants.
25. Roof and deck landscapes
26. Macro and micro-climatic considerations in landscape architecture.
27. Effect of climate on landscape
28. Cultural aspects of the landscape architecture
29. Introduction to landscape Services & Sustainability
30. Role of vegetation in landscape architecture
31. Role of water body
32. Role of landform
33. Role of lighting
34. Surface water drainage and irrigation
35. Soil management techniques
36. Landscape design exercise
37. Contd
38. Contd
39. Contd
40. Contd
Book References:
1. J.O. Symonds, Landscape Architecture
2. J.O. Symonds, Earthscape
3. J.O. Symonds, Architecture-A manual of site planning and design
4. Theory in Landscape Architecture: A Reader (Penn Studies in Landscape Architecture)
5. Landscape as Urbanism: A General Theory by Charles Waldheim
6. Cliff Tandy, Handbook of Urban Landscape
7. John l. Motloch, Introduction to Landscape Design
8. J. E. Ingels, Landscaping – Principles and Practice
9. Walker and Theodre, Planting Design
10. M. Bring, Japanese Gardens: Design & Meaning
Web References:
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 Seventh Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Interior Design
Course Code: ARC 4103
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To equip and train the students with multiple aspects of theory and practice of Interior
Design with development of skills to deal with diverse interior spaces.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction, Purpose, scope, objectives and history of Interior Design, Principles and
elements of Interior Design, space making elements like wall, column, partition screen,
floor, furniture, interior landscaping etc., their design value, color theory and scheme, light,
Theory and practice of interior design; visual perception of interior spaces, function, form,
scale, proportion, balance, harmony and rhythm.
2. Interior Design and Space-Surface Crafts: Surface treatments, materials, application
techniques. Case Studies with examples of selected interiors.
3. Interior Design Technology, innovative trends and technologies, materials and interior
construction, visual weights, acoustics and lighting.
4. Importance of anthropometrics and ergonomics in design. Modern interior materials and
their applications. Furniture, color and lighting. Adapting interior design to architectural
spaces.
5. Case studies of outstanding interior design examples. Project work.
Course Outcomes:
1. To develop skill of designing of space making and presenting case studies elements for
Interiors.
2. To equip the students with documenting the space- making crafts and space -surface crafts
with its role in designing Interior-Architecture.
3. To inculcate the skill of designing Interior spaces, furniture, interior landscaping, graphics
for visual merchandising and surfaces amongst the students.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Interior Design
2. Discussion on whole subject as per exercises covered in whole semester
3. Principles of interior design
4. Description of various principles of interior design
5. Explanation of each principle with applied examples
6. Practical applications of principles of interior design
7. Case study of live spaces on interior design
8. Elements of Interior Design
9. Study of impact of elements of interior design
10. Distribution of one of element of interior design to each student for detailed study with its
functional and appropriate use.
11. Identification of successful works of renowned interior designers with its study
12. Listing of the elements of Interior Design with its application
13. Detailed study of the elements of interior design
14. Study on various elements of interior design i.e. Color
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 18. Impact of visual weight by Glass
19. Role of furniture in interiors
20. Design of False ceiling
21. Various types of wall treatments
22. Paneling work, materials and its use
23. Cladding
24. Painting materials
25. Art work i.e. murals, staining, etching work etc
26. Functional application of spaces
27. Study of designed interior space
28. Discussions on various projects chosen by students
29. Overall expert inputs
30. Review on issues of designed interior spaces with expert’s inputs
31. Lecture on design exercise
32. Experts inputs on design
33. Discussions on students work
34. Review on issues of design with expert’s inputs
Book References:
1. Leydecker, S (ed.), “Designing Interior Architecture: Concept, Typology, Material,
Construction”, Birkhauser Verlag AG 2013
2. Pandya, Yatin. “Elements of Space Making”, Mapin Publishing Pvt. 2007
3. Pandya, Yatin. “Concepts of Space in Traditional Indian Architecture”, Mapin Publishing Pvt.
2005
4. Chauhan, Muktirajsinhji (et.al.). “A History of Interior Design in India, Vol.1: Ahmedabad”,
SID, CEPT University 2007
5. Brooker, Graeme. “Form + Structure: the organization of interior space”, AVA Publishing
SA, Switzerland 2007
Web References:
1. SWAYAM
2. MOOCS
3. NPTEL
4. Open access from university libraries

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 Seventh Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Project Management
Course Code: ARC 4104
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Building Materials and Construction courses 1 to 6
ARC 3104: Quantity Surveying, Specifications and Valuation
Course Objectives: to make students
1. Understand the fundamentals of management and particularly project management.
2. recognize the importance of project management in architecture
3. Be in a better position while preparing for post-graduation in project management
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction, need, chronological development of management studies. Principles, theories
and approaches to management such as classical, neo classical, systems, functional etc.
Managerial skills and roles. Characteristics of projects and products
2. Need of planning techniques. Types of planning techniques like Bar charts, Networks; CPM
and PERT. Calculation of total project time, floats etc. project monitoring and control.
software for project management
3. Acquire projects, scope of work and Liasoning, Feasibility studies, project proposals and
reports, Financial facilities.
4. Value of work and cash flow forecasting and analysis, preparing cash flow statements,
Financial Management. Time value of money, Lifecycle costing and assessment. decision on
appropriate specification, manpower, technology, etc.
5. Purpose and principles of organizing and organization structures. Human resource
management; factors influencing productivity and motivation.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Calculate project durations and prepare bar charts, CPM and PERT networks for projects.
2. Prepare cash flow statements and basic financial management calculations for a project.
3. Assist their supervisor in organization and human resource management
4. Communicate with project management consultant
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, syllabus, assignments and evaluation pattern
2. Introduction, need, chronological development of management studies.
3. Principles, theories, concepts in management
4. Classical School scientific management
5. Neoclassical approach
6. Functional approach
7. Managerial skills
8. Managerial roles
9. Characteristics and classification of projects
10. Stages in project, Product lifecycle
11. Planning techniques; Bar charts,
12. Planning techniques; Bar charts, cont. (numerical) assignment part 1: bar chart for a
construction project
13. Planning techniques; Networks; CPM
14. CPM (numerical)
15. Cont… CPM project duration
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 18. CPM (numerical)
19. ESS, LSS and resource allocation and leveling
20. Planning techniques; Networks; PERT
21. PERT (numerical)
22. Project Monitoring
23. Project Controlling
24. Acquiring projects
25. Scope of work
26. Liasoning
27. Feasibility studies
28. Project proposals and reports
29. Financial facilities.
30. Financial management, Value of work
31. Project cash-flow forecasting and analysis.
32. Cash-flow forecasting and analysis (numerical)
33. Cash-flow forecasting and analysis (Assignment part 2: cash-flow of construction project)
34. Time value of money
35. Time value of money (numerical)
36. decision on appropriate specification, manpower, technology, etc.
37. Life cycle costing and assessment
38. Purpose and principles of Organization
39. Organization structures
40. Human resource management
41. Purpose and principles of staffing
42. Productivity, Motivation, Incentives
43. Assignment: architectural office organization and costing
Book References:
1. Management, 9th ed, Harold S koontz, Cyril O’Donnel , McGraw Hill
2. Management, by Courtland L. Bovée, Marian Burk Wood, McGraw Hill
3. Modern Construction Management, 7th Edition, Prof. Frank Harris, Prof. Ronald McCaffer,
Wiley-Blackwell
4. ‘Projects: Planning, analysis, selection, implementation and review’by Prasnna Chandra,
Tata Mc Graw Hill
5. CED 29, CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT
6. Construction Planning and Management, P.S. Gahlot , B. M. Dhir, New Age International
Publishers
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/110/107/110107081/
2. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/110/104/110104073/
3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105/104/105104161/

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 Seventh Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Town Planning
Course Code: ARC 4105
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the context of town planning and its dynamics with respect to
Architecture.
2. Various techniques to analyze various stages of urban Planning.
3. Development of cities and regions.
4. New concepts of town Planning.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Town Planning
2. Process of Urban Planning and Planning Techniques
3. Principles in Urban Planning
4. Types of Urban Development Plans
5. Urban Institutions, Schemes & Regulations
Course Outcomes:
1. Understand processes of urban planning involved in urban planning and development.
2. Understand the various development plans and their preparation.
3. Understand various stakeholders involved in urban planning.
4. Apply various techniques, scheme, acts in urban planning and designing exercises.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject
2. Role of various stakeholders in Planning
3. Defining and Classifying of Urban areas- Population, Density
4. Types of Cities and its Character (Port City, Industrial city etc)
5. Form of Settlement- Linear, Ribbon, Planned, Grid
6. Exercise based on above
7. Process of Urban Planning
8. Types of Survey
9. Types of Survey Contd.
10. Land Use Classification
11. Amenities and Utilities calculation in Urban Areas
12. Population Projection Methods
13. Calculation of Housing Requirement and Commercial
14. Calculation of Transportation and Industries
15. Calculation of Employment Requirement
16. Explanation of above with the help of case example
17. Exercise based on above
18. Urban Models- Concentric Models, Multi Nuclei etc.
19. Contribution of Eminent Planners
20. Contribution of Eminent Planners Contd.
21. Contribution of Eminent Planners Contd.
22. Concept of new town planning Approaches- New Urbanism, compact City etc.
23. Concept of new town planning Approaches- New Urbanism, compact City etc contd.
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 25. Defining Region, Types of Region- case study Contd.
26. Technique of Delineation of Region
27. Process of Preparation of Regional Plan
28. Process of Preparation of Master Plan
29. Process of Preparation of Zonal Plan
30. Process of Preparation of Transportation Plan
31. Structure Plan, Annual Plan and Special Area Plan
32. Preparation of Local Area Development Plan
33. Case Study on above and Discussion
34. T& CP Act and 74th Amendment Act
35. T& CP Act and 74th Amendment Act Contd.
36. Role and Function of Urban Development Authorities
37. Role and Function of Municipal Authorities
38. Role and Functions of NGO
39. Case study on each authorities
40. Case study on each authorities Contd.
41. Land acquisition Act, Coastal Regulation Zone Act
42. 5-year Plans
43. Schemes for Sustainable Urban Development
44. Community Planning
45. Good Governance- Characteristics
46. Assignment
47. Discussion
Book References:
1. Arthur B. Gallion and Simon Eisner, The Urban Pattern – City Planning and Design
2. Burn, Stanly & Williams, Cities of the world – World Regional Urban Development
3. Lewis Keeble, Principles of Town and Country Planning
4. Cities in Evolution: An Introduction to the Town Planningmovement and to the study of
civics- Patrick Geddes
5. S.C. Garg, City Planning
Web References:
1. http://mohua.gov.in/link/urdpfi-guidelines.php
2. https://niti.gov.in/planningcommission.gov.in/docs/plans/planrel/fiveyr/index5.html
3. https://www.ted.com/talks/peter_calthorpe_7_principles_for_building_better_cities
4. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/124/107/124107001/_- Housing Planning and Policy

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 Seventh Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Professional Practice and Building Bye Laws
Course Code: ARC 4106
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce the profession of Architecture with the role of professional and statutory
bodies, industry associations, societies, code of conduct, regulations for practicing
Architecture, running of an Architect’s office and applicable laws, rules and regulations,
headfirst for projects and jobs.
2. To introduce the role of Architect's in tender and contract works.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Professional bodies in Architecture, introduction to Architectural profession, role of
professional bodies.
2. The Architect’s act 1972 and amendments, duties, liabilities and relationships of client,
contractor and other technicians; Scope of work and services, the code of professional
conduct and conditions of engagement of Architects. Scale of remuneration for
Architectural services and mode of payments. Tendering procedure: Contracts and
agreements, Tender, negotiations and award of work, types of tenders and their process;
execution of contract; problems in operation of contract; Architectural competitions. Need
of having benchmarks and standards.
3. Study of URDPFI guidelines, National Building Code and building byelaws. Methods of
enforcement, monitoring and relevant civil laws for legal application. Procedures for
development and implementation of acts and byelaws for land development and building
design and execution process; preparation and procedure of approval drawings.
Course Outcomes:
5. Students should become aware and familiar with legislations applicable to Architects,
procedures for engagement in Architectural services, professional aspects of setting up and
being part of an Architectural office with proficiency in communication for conducting
everyday professional practice.
6. Awareness with the procedures for tendering, contract of works and real estate and
aspects of practice with proficiency in preparation of projects proposals and presentations
for obtaining Architectural projects.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Professional Practice in Architecture
2. Introduction to Architectural profession
3. Description of sessional program with discussions on work carried out in whole semester
4. Practical situation of Architectural profession
5. Distribution of assignment on Professional Practice
6. Professional bodies in Architecture
7. Role of professional bodies
8. Role of an Architect in a multidisciplinary team
9. Practicing Architecture: Setting up of an office and managing it
10. Procedures for engagement of an Architect by government agencies
11. Billing and Accounting
12. Conditions of engagement of Architects
13. Explanation of definitions
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 15. National Building Code
16. Study of URDPFI guidelines
17. The Architect’s act 1972 and amendments
18. Study of various sections, subsections and clauses of Architects act 1972
19. Duties, liabilities and relationships of client
20. Duties, liabilities and relationships of contractor
21. Duties, liabilities and relationships of other technicians
22. Relationship between User/ Owner and Contractor
23. Relationship between with employees, associates
24. Relationship between consultants and supplier
25. Dos and don'ts in profession
26. the code of professional conduct
27. Scope of work and services in Architecture
28. Scale of remuneration for Architectural services and mode of payments
29. Scale of remuneration for various Architectural services and mode of payments
30. Study on Architectural competitions
31. Stages inArchitectural competitions
32. Single stage Architectural competitions
33. Two stageArchitectural competitions
34. Tender and Contract
35. Tender procedure
36. types of tenders and their process
37. Contracts and agreements
38. Negotiations and award of work
39. Execution of contract
40. Problems in operation of contract
41. Review on students work
42. Review on students work
Book References:
1. Apte, V.S. 2008. Architectural Practice and Procedure. Padmaja Bhide, Pune
Building Byelaws of respective regions
2. National Building Code
3. Dutta BN, Estimating and Costing
Piotrowski, A. and Williams, J., 2001. The Discipline of Architecture. Univ. of Minnesota
Press.
4. Nanavati, Roshan, 1984. Professional Practice. Lakhani Book Depot, Mumbai
COA latest. Handbook of Professional Documents. Council of Architecture. IIA- Guidelines
for Professional Practice
5. RIBA - Handbook on Practice of Architecture
6. Eldred, G.W. 2008. The Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investing. John Wiley & Sons.
7. Rangwala, S.C. Valuation of Real Properties. Charottar Publications.
URDPFI guidelines
Web References:
1. SWAYAM
2. MOOCS
3. NPTEL
4. Open access from university Libraries

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BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

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 Eighth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VIII Year: IV
Name of Course: Professional Training
Course Code: ARC 4201
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:Objective is to give a professional exposure to the students and an opportunity to
learn in a professional environment. The student:
1. Is introduced to fundamental processes of designing of buildings on sites.
2. Develops confidence in interacting with various key players in building design and
execution processes.
3. Develop an understanding of contemporary issues and techniques of building construction.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. During the course of a minimum period of 16 calendar, the students should intern in
architectural firms as a fulltime trainee. The student should involve herself/himself in
various aspects of work in an office like
2. Designing and detailing of project along with discussion with clients, and consultants.
3. Office experience in respect of preparation of working drawing, detailing drawings,
perspective, preparation of architectural models, study of filing systems of documents,
drawings, plotting and preparation of tender document.
4. Site experience, in respect of supervision of the construction activity, Observation, layout
on site, study of the staking methods of various building, materials, taking the
measurement and recording.
5. After completion of training, every student will have to submit a detailed report with a set
of drawings on at least two projects on which she/he has worked during the training
period.
Course Outcomes: The student will be able to
1. Assist in carrying out architectural projects or doing independently.
2. Work in a team and help in Office management
Note: The trainee must ensure the supervising architect under whom he/she is interning is a
registered architect with Council of Architecture, Delhi (for international firms prior permission and
due process has to be followed) and has been practicing for duration of minimum five years.

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BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

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 Ninth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Architectural Design Project – 8
Course Code: ARC 5101
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To enable students to understand the role of urban design and planning principles and
other factors influencing campus layout and design.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Understanding role of planning principles, population and built density distribution, traffic
and planning controls urban design, site analysis visual experience, place making,
landscaping, site services including rain water harvesting in urban scale projects.
2. Exercises on studies of urban design scale. Design of university campus, business districts
(place), cultural/convention centers etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. To be capable of designing a large campus for a specific purpose for a large population of
multiple groups of users.
2. Produce a design process and a design solution to an urban design problem.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the needs of Design in this semester
2. Introduction to Campus planning
3. Framing Design problem involving students
4. Site finalization (preferably live site)
5. Discussing requirements and Literature needs
6. Cont..
7. Cont..
8. Discussion for site characteristics
9. Cont..
10. Discussion on Site Analysis
11. Cont..
12. Discussion on Climatic analysis
13. Cont..
14. Finalizing Site analysis and Climatic analysis
15. Discussion on assignment submitted by students
16. Prevailing Rules and Regulations
17. Cont..
18. Site level services
19. Cont..
20. Building level services
21. Cont..
22. Introduction to principles of Urban Design
23. Cont..
24. Introduction to planning regulators
25. Cont..
26. Introduction to mandatory services like Rain Water Harvesting, Water recycling, Renewable
energy etc.
27. Cont..
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 29. Cont..
30. Discussion on Site level design
31. Cont..
32. Cont..
33. Discussion on Building level design
34. Cont..
35. Cont..
36. Cont..
37. Discussion on interiors, landscaping, colour etc.
38. Cont..
39. Finalization of double line plans, elevations, sections and views
40. Cont..
41. Cont..
42. Cont..
43. Cont..
44. Cont..
45. Discussion on documents studied and reviewed by students as assignment
Book References:
1. University Trends: Contemporary Campus Design by Isabelle Taylor, Jonathan Coulson, and
Paul Roberts
2. Designing for Learning: Creating Campus Environments for Student Success by C. Carney
Strange, James H. Banning
3. Architecture & Academe: College Buildings in New England Before 1860 by Bryant Franklin
Tolles
4. Campus design by Richard P Dober
Web References:
1. https://www.greenvillesc.gov/DocumentCenter/View/175/Design-Guidelines-for-the-
Central-Business-District-PDF---8-MB-?bidId=
2. https://www.planning.org/pas/reports/report125.htm

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 Ninth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Urban Design
Course Code: ARC 5102
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Knowledge of settlement, town planning and public spaces.
Study of settlements through history and contemporary urban
planning.
Understanding of theory of design.
Course Objectives:
1. To understand Urban Design as discipline.
2. Understand complexities of different urban form of places in cities.
3. Sustainable urban forms respecting people’s perception.
4. Interpret and integrate urban design solutions for environmental, technological, social,
economic and cultural contexts at planning level.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to urban design: Urban design as interface between architecture and planning.
City as a three dimensional entity. Study of volumes and open spaces at all spatial levels.
2. A brief historic review of the development of the urban design discipline and principles.
Morphology of early cities - Greek agora, Roman forum, Medieval towns, Renaissance place
making, ideal cities. Industrialization and city growth- the American grid planning, anti-
urbanism and the picturesque, radiant city.
3. Imageability and townscape- Cullen, Lynch, concept of place and genius loci, collective
memory historic reading of the city and its artifacts (Rossi). Social aspects of urban space -
life on streets and between buildings, life style, gender and class (Jan Gehl, Jane Jacobs,
William Whyte).
4. Contemporary theories in Urbanism, New Urbanism. Contemporary issues of urban ecology
in Asian context, its articulation and urban sustainability.
5. Various tools through which an urban setting could be perceived - maps, sketches, photo
documentations, reading, data collections, transects etc. Elements of urban design: Urban
form as determined by inter-play of masses, voids, building typology. Scale, harmony,
symmetry, color, texture, light and shade. Dominance, height, urban signage and graphics.
Organization of spaces and their articulation in the form of squares, streets, vistas and focal
points. Image of the city and its components such as edges, paths, landmarks, street
features, sky - line, etc.
6. Urban transportation. Physical and non-physical determinants of urban forms: Activity and
the morphology of places. Form, size and structure of cities and the related geometry co-
related with their determinants.
7. Case studies of urban design characteristics of cities in India and abroad. Other related
issues for public intervention. Control of urban design: Urban design and its control. Control
of visual pollution.
8. Agencies responsible for ensuring better urban design, their roles, powers and limitations.
Contemporary practices: Townscape policies, building byelaws and regulations for existing
and emerging areas of development. Special rules for heritage and hilly areas. Evolution of
urbanism and its future in India.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understanding of evolution of form with society as determinant.
2. Appreciate sustainability at urban level.
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Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Concept of Urban Design
2. Comparative of urban design as extension of architecture
3. Difference between urban planning and urban design
4. Reading urban form, vocabulary and method
5. Objectives of urban design
6. Principles of urban design
7. Elements of urban design
8. Introduction to Concept & theories of Urban Design
9. Evolution of urban form in ancient times
10. Urban form in Greek, Roman and other civilizations
11. Tutorial on morphology of historic cities
12. Development of architecture viz a viz urban design in historic periods
13. Spaces (Public and urban)
14. Introduction to Urban design theories
15. Understanding the theories in present context
16. Tutorial: Reinterpretation of present urban form with theories
17. Introduction to Visual survey
18. Methods to conduct visual survey
19. Tutorial on visual survey
20. Townscape analysis
21. Urban design methods
22. Tutorial based on methods and their appropriateness
23. Introduction to Studio problem
24. Documentation of urban form
25. Understanding infrastructure in urban design
26. Services and Infrastructure at urban level
27. Integration of services with form
28. Place making theory
29. Transportation in urban design
30. Public transport, walkability and mobility in urban settings
31. Urban spaces
32. Design parameters for urban spaces
33. Tutorial based on studio problem (Concept submission)
34. Integration of urban form, services and people
35. Typology in urban forms/ settlements and cities
36. Heritage areas and their importance in urban design
37. Urban renewal/ redevelopment and conservation strategies
38. Examples of Urban renewal, regeneration, restoration, preservation
39. Tutorial on Urban renewal, regeneration, restoration, preservation
40. Tutorial based on studio (draft submission)
41. Appraisal of draft proposal/ analysis
42. Site introduction, site analysis, Data collection, research, etc.
43. Developing the development control rules
44. Role of agencies in DCR
45. Presentation of work
46. Interaction among students on work and crit
47. Final presentation
Book References:

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 1. Williams,D. (2007). ‘Sustainable Design: Ecology, Architecture & Planning’. New Jersey:John
Wiley &Sons. .
2. Krier, R.(1967). ‘Urban Space’. Academy Editions:London
3. Koenigsberger, et.al (1984), ‘Manual of Tropical Housing & Building: Part I - Climatic
Design’, Chennai :Orient Longman.
4. Martin. E. (1980). ‘Housing, Climate and Comfort’. The Architectural Press: London
5. Correa,C. (2010). ‘A Place in the Shade: The New Landscape & Other Essay’. India: Penguin
Books
6. Correa,C. (2000).‘Housing and Urbanization’.Thames and Hudson :London
7. Rewal, R. (2000). ‘Humane Habitat at Low Cost: CIDCO, Belapur’. New Mumbai,
8. Bacon, E. N. (1995). ‘Design of cities’. Thames and Hudson.
9. Giedion, S. (1952). ‘ Space, Time and Architecture: The Growth of a New Tradition’. Harvard
University Press.
10. Bentley, I. (2001). ‘Responsive Environments’. London: Architectural Press.
11. Mumford, L. (1966). ‘The city in history: Its origins, its transformations, and its prospects,
with 64 plates’. Penguin Books in association with Secker and Warburg.
12. Rowe, C., & Koetter, F. (2009). ‘Collage City’. Birkhäuser: MIT Press
13. Larice, M. & Macdonald, E. (eds) (2013). ‘The Urban Design Reader’. New York: Routledge.
14. Carmona,M.et.al,(2002). ‘Public Places Urban Spaces Dimensions of Urban Design’. London:
Architectural Press.
15. Lynch, K. (1960). ‘Image of the City’ . MIT Press
16. Spreiregen , P.D. (1965). ‘Urban Design: The Architecture of Towns & Cities’.the university
of Michigen: McGraw-Hill
Web References:
1. www.coursera.org
2. www.edx.org
3. ocw.mit.edu
4. www.my-mooc.com

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 Ninth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Research Principles and Dissertation
Course Code: ARC 5103
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: to enable the students to
1. Acquire a strong theoretical foundation, clarity of thought and also to orient the students
to structured research in a focused manner.
2. Develop research capabilities and individual scholarly attitude.
3. Develop analytical, synthesizing and interpretive skills and be able to present the same in
standardized and systematic academic formats.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of a topic related to architecture and allied subjects with emphasis on critical
understanding, logical reasoning and structured writing.
2. To examine, interpret, compare, analyze from diverse perspectives to build an evidence-
based, cogent and coherent body of analysis and answers.
3. Students may be encouraged to select a topic which may eventually culminate in the Thesis
Course Outcomes:After successful completion of the course student
1. Learns to Systematically abstract, analyze, synthesize and interpret existing literature.
2. Develops a specialized knowledge in a subject area which maybe in addition to the
prescribed coursework.
3. Builds his/her capacity to work independently and methodically in a variety of intellectually
demanding contexts.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction
2. Researching a topic through secondary data; methods, sources,
3. Cont..
4. Cont..
5. Cont..
6. Researching a topic; analyzing, inferring and drawing conclusions
7. Cont..
8. Cont..
9. Cont..
10. Structuring, writing and Referencing
11. Cont..
12. Cont…
13. Discussions on topics and topic selection
14. Cont…
15. Cont..
16. Self study on the chosen topic with intermittent inputs; stage I
17. Cont…
18. Cont…
19. Cont…
20. Cont…
21. Presentation and discussions
22. Cont..
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26. Cont…
27. Cont…
28. Presentation and discussions
29. Cont..
30. Self study on the chosen topic with intermittent inputs; stage III
31. Cont…
32. Cont…
33. Cont…
34. Cont…
35. Presentation and discussions
36. Cont..
37. Report writing and discussions
38. Cont…
39. Cont…
40. Cont…
41. Cont…
42. Presentation and discussions
43. Cont…
44. Cont…
45. Cont…
Book References:
1. Architectural Research Methods, Linda Groat, John Wiley &Sons Inc.,New York
2. Dissertation: An Architecture Student’s Handbook. Iain Bordon and Katerina Ruedi, The
Architectural Press, 2000
Web References:
1. https://issuu.com/ueluna/docs/the_dissertation_-_an_architecture_

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 Ninth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Building Economics and Sociology
Course Code: HUM 5104 ARC
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of Economics concept is crucial.
Basic understanding of Indian society, culture.
Flexibility, interest and caliber to implement sociological concepts
in engineering for betterment of societies.
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the basic principles of building economics at macro and micro levels.
2. Understanding society and its issues.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Economics: Indian economy, economic features of development plans, Money and banking
functions, factors of production, macro-economic theory, demand and supply, indifference
curve analysis, equilibrium of firm, laws of returns, theory of growth and models.
Economics of land as limited resource demand for land acquisition. Economic development
in relation to the regional planning, regional economic theories, problems and prospects of
balanced regional development.
2. Building Economics: Building Efficiency and cost reduction through planning, design of
building components, use of new materials and innovative construction techniques etc.
rent and other building acts, economics of high rise buildings.
3. Sociology: Community social and physical environment, social group and social structure,
utility and relation with architecture. Indian Communities- rural and urban communities,
their social structures and problems, cultural heritage, rituals and community gatherings
etc. Trends and characteristics of urbanization, dynamics of urban growth and social change
and attitude, value and behavior, review of Planning Commission reports. Social aspect of
physical environment, its limitations and implications on buildings, neighborhood planning,
slum improvements and city fabric. Case study, sociological study of communities with their
habitat and built environment.
Course Outcomes:
1. Students will understand economics tools and techniques used in cost reduction.
2. Understand the relationship between Architecture and Social Sciences.
3. Student should be able to relate and implement sociological concepts in Architecture
engineering.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Economics, its features and basic economic problems
2. Macro and Micro Economics and Basic Concepts of Economics
3. Demand, Law of Demand
4. Supply, Law of Supply
5. Elasticity of Demand & Supply
6. Utility- Marginal, Total & Average
7. Indifference Curve Analysis
8. Factors of Production
9. Laws of Returns – Law of Variable Proportions
10. Laws of Returns – Law of Returns to Scale
11. Equilibrium of Firm – I
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 14. Economic features of Development Plans
15. Money and Banking Functions
16. Theory of Growth and Models
17. Land economics: Land as limited resource, Demand for Land Acquisition
18. Regional Economic Theories
19. Economic Development in relation to the regional planning, problems and prospects of
balanced regional development
20. Meaning and Scope of Building Economics
21. Building Efficiency and Cost reduction through Planning
22. Issues and challenges associated with building projects : Design of building components,
use of new materials and innovative construction techniques etc.
23. Rent and other Building Acts
24. Economics of High-rise Buildings
25. Introduction to sociology
26. Sociological approaches
27. Nature of society: Individuals and groups
28. Community Social and Physical Environment
29. Indian Communities: Rural and Urban Communities, Communities with their Habitat and
Built Environment.
30. Cultural heritage, rituals and community gatherings
31. Social Structure and Social Change: Basic Concepts
32. Social Differentiation and Social Stratification
33. Theoretical Perspectives on Social Stratification
34. Systems of Stratification
35. Factors of Social Change
36. Social change-I: Definition of social change
37. Social change-II: Theories of social change
38. Social change-III: Social change in industrial society
39. Rural-Urban Continuum: Meaning and Context
40. History of Urbanization in India
41. History of Urbanization in India (continued)
42. Social change-IV: Urbanization and related issues in social change
43. Social Aspect Of Physical Environment, Its Limitations And Implications on Buildings,
Neighborhood Planning, Slum Improvements And City Fabric
44. Review of Planning Commission reports
Book References:
1. Economics for Engineers, M.L. Gupta, Abhishek Publications, 2000
2. Microeconomic Theory, Larry Samuelson, Springer Science & Business Media
3. Building Economics for Architects – Thorbjoern Mann .
4. Principles of Population Studies by Asha A. Bhende & Tara Kanitkar
5. The Sociology of Architecture: Constructing Identities by Paul Jones
6. Sociology of Indian Society, C N Shankar Rao
7. Sociology: A Systematic Introduction by Harry M. Jhonson
8. Modern Economic Theory, K.K. Dewett and K.K. Bahl, S Chand; Reprint Edition, 2006.
9. An Introduction to Sociology by Vidya Bhushan and D.R. Suchdeva
10. Indian Society and Culture – Continuity & Change by Nadeem Husnain
Web References:
1. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109/104/109104125/
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 3. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109/103/109103023/
4. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109/104/109104047/
5. https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109/104/109104136/

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 MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

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 Tenth Semester
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Design Thesis
Course Code: ARC 5201
Core/Elective/Other Core
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To give an opportunity to the student to design a major architectural project and apply the
knowledge gained during academics and practical training. The students choose a large
scale live architectural design project within the guidelines prescribed from time to time by
the department. The student will develop the whole project through literature survey, desk
appraisals, case studies and personal interviews with experts. The whole project will be
done under the guidance of allotted guide from within the department.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. This is a studio based subject where each stage of work will be introduced by thesis
coordinator to the class and the student will accomplish the task under the supervision of
guide. Each stage’s work shall be presented to a team of jury for their comments and
assessment.
2. The project will include the complexities demanding site observations, understanding of
regional climate, local resources, historic and socio-economic context, feasibility of project,
sustainability and significance. The project will involve site visits, case studies, interviews,
observations, documentation, literature studies and research methodologies to investigate
and formulate program and requirement, exercises in formulation of detailed program and
area statement etc., site planning digital Drawings and detailing of cluster of buildings (if
large site) sustainability of design and climatic responses - passive and active.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understand the complexities involved in a large scale architectural project.
2. To use all the skills acquired in the duration of preceding academic courses.
3. Methodically self-direct effort by choosing the project of choice, builds capacity to work
independently and methodically in a variety of intellectually and professionally demanding
contexts.
4. Learn to make an original and individual, creative contribution to the academic discipline
and/or the professional field in some cases.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Major stages of works include –

 Selection of design topic in consultation with guide.

 Collection and study of all relevant literature for developing the design strategies,
understanding of functions and activity spaces, climatic analysis, constructional
techniques, structural systems, codes and bye laws, building services, site analysis
etc. for developing design approach and basis for doing case study of a similar
facility. Synthesis of the data to come up with recommendations for various
aspects of design.
 Desk appraisal of national and international projects and case study of similar
projects in India for understanding design approach by architect and critical
appraisal of architectural quality achieved, structural and constructional systems
used, building services, etc. so as to understand the practical aspect of design
conception and execution so as to create a sound background for the proposal to
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 for various aspects of design.
 Analysis of site chosen for design for its climatic aspects, surroundings, approaches,
potentials and challenges within in the form of physical features and other tangible
and intangible features. Synthesis of the data to come up with recommendations
for various aspects of design.
 Development of proposal for the thesis project under the supervision of the guide
and assessment of work through stage wise jury/ review by examiners. This will be
covered in stages of work.
 Presentation of the completed work to a team of external jury in the final viva for
final assessment. The final portfolio shall comprise of compiled synthesis of
literature survey, case study and site analysis, approach to design
conceptualization, floor plans, sections, elevations, detailed plans and sections,
sketches, 3D visualizations, physical models, etc. to explain the design supported by
detailing of electives chosen.
Book References:
1. BIS, National Building code, 2016
2. Local building bye laws
3. Landscape architecture by John, O. Simonds
4. Time Savers Standards for Building type
5. Time Savers Standards for Architectural Design
6. Time Savers Standards for Building Materials & Systems: Design Criteria and Selection Data
7. Neuferts Architects’ Data
Web References:
1.

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BHOPAL, M.P. INDIA

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM
JULY 2020

Electives

Elective 1 (THEORY)
ARC 301 Evolution of human settlements
ARC 302 Vernacular and traditional Indian architecture
ARC 303 Art Appreciation
ARC 304 Cultural expressions in architecture
ARC 305 Color theory and its applications
ARC 306 Modern and Contemporary World Architecture
ARC 307 Modern and Contemporary Indian Architecture

Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)

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ARC 312 Energy and Buildings
ARC 313 Green building
ARC 314 Intelligent buildings
ARC 315 Steel architecture and design
ARC 316 Advanced structural systems
ARC 317 Appropriate technology
ARC 318 Modular coordination
ARC 319 Disaster Mitigation and management

Elective 3 (THEORY)
ARC 326 Architectural Conservation
ARC 327 Hospital systems and services
ARC 328 Urban Housing
ARC 329 Ekistics
ARC 330 Rural planning
ARC 331 Real estate development
ARC 332 Architectural Pedagogy
ARC 333 Research Methodologies
ARC 334 Architectural Journalism
ARC 335 Environmental codes and energy ratings
ARC 336 Advanced theory of design

Elective 4 (VIVA)
ARC 341 Animation
ARC 342 Product design
ARC 343 Building codes and byelaws
ARC 344 Visual Digital art
ARC 345 Furniture design
ARC 346 Entrepreneurship skills for architects
ARC 347 NGO administration
ARC 348 Anthropology and Architecture
ARC 349 Computer programming
ARC 350 Contemporary building materials
ARC 351 Industrial building systems
ARC 352 CAD customization

Elective 5 (THEORY)
ARC 356 Hotel planning and services
ARC 357 Valuation and Arbitration
ARC 358 Human resource management
ARC 359 Mass housing design and standards
ARC 360 Urban Planning and Environmental Design
ARC 361 Urban and regional planning
ARC 362 Traffic and transportation planning

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ARC 363 Infrastructure planning and design
ARC 364 Environmental impact assessment
ARC 365 Research Techniques in Architecture
ARC 366 Passive Solar Architecture
ARC 367 Architectural literary heritage of India

Elective 6 (VIVA)
ARC 371 Barrier free Architecture
ARC 372 Set design
ARC 373 Painting
ARC 374 Glass Architecture
ARC 375 Advanced Landscape Architecture
ARC 376 High rise buildings
ARC 377 Office management
ARC 378 Marketing management and skills
ARC 379 Auditorium, acoustics, systems and services
ARC 380 Advanced building construction and technology
ARC 381 Building Maintenance
ARC 382 Earthquake resistant architecture

Elective 7 (VIVA)
ARC 386 Photography
ARC 387 Low cost building design and techniques
ARC 388 Institutional building and campus planning
ARC 389 Ideation
ARC 390 Companies laws
ARC 391 Leadership development Business environment
ARC 392 Remote Sensing and GIS
ARC 393 Sustainable building design
ARC 394 Internet of things in Buildings
ARC 395 Security systems
ARC 396 Services in tall buildings
ARC 397 Graphic design

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 Elective 1 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Evolution of human settlements
Course Code: ARC 301
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite: Nil
Course Objectives: To make students understand
4. The Relevance of evolution of human settlements in modern context. Historic
determinants, settlement types: ancient, medieval, renaissance and industrial age.
5. The origin and evolution of planning: Impacts of Industrial revolution on town planning
and regional planning. Contemporary developments in planning in India;
6. The Contributions of Ebenezer Howard, Patrick Geddes, Tony Garnier, Lewis Mumford,
Le-Corbusier and others in planning.
7. The fundamental problems of the city; changes with time and growth
Description of Contents in brief:
9. Relevance of the study of Evolution; Hunter gatherer/farmer and formation of organized
society;
10. Historic determinants, settlement types: ancient, medieval, renaissance and industrial
age.
11. Factors responsible for birth and growth of settlements. Scale of Settlements
12. Cosmological and other influences origin & growth of settlements, effects of cultural
influence on physical form.
13. Settlements as a political statement. New Delhi, Chandigarh, Washington D.C. Brazilia etc
14. City as a living & spatial entity; Concepts of landmark, axis, orientation. City form as a
living space.
15. Human settlements as an expression of civilization, Basic elements of the city, Concepts
of space, time, scale of cities
16. City as an organism: a physical, social, economic and political entity. Emerging Concepts:
Global City, inclusive city, Safe city, etc
17. The dynamics of the growing city. Impact of industrialization and urbanization.
Metropolis and Megalopolis; Generic and paracentric cities
18. City of the future, future of the city; shadow cities, divided cities; Models of planning:
Advocacy and Pluralism in Planning; Systems approach to planning: rationalistic and
incremental approaches, mixed scanning and middle range planning, advocacy planning
and action planning, equity planning
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
4. Physical nature and characteristics of the urban environment and its components.
5. Models of the planning process.
6. How a settlement grows
7. Physical structure and relationship between parts of settlements
Lecture Schedule:
46. Defining the settlement
47. Factors contributing the birth and growth of settlement
48. Study of Transition of a society, Hunter gatherer/farmer and formation of organized
society
49. Human settlements as an expression of civilization, Basic elements of the city, Concepts
50. of space, time, scale of cities
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 53. Tutorial-II
54. Study of cities and towns in medieval India and Europe
55. Tutorial-III
56. Study of cities and towns in renaissance India and Europe
57. Tutorial- IV
58. Industrial era cities
59. Tutorial-V
60. Post Industrial era cities
61. Study of City as a political statement. New Delhi, Chandigarh, Washington D.C. Brazilia
etc
62. Tutorial-VI
63. Cities as political entity
64. Cities as social entity
65. Cities as economic entity
66. City as a living & spatial entity; Concepts of landmark, axis, orientation.
67. City form as a living space.
68. Tutorial-VII
69. Cites and respective civilizations
70. Principles of city planning
71. Tutorial-IX
72. Mid term
73. Factors affecting the growth of a settlement
74. Impact of industrialization on settlements
75. Urbanization of settlements
76. Understanding Metropolis
77. Understanding Megalopolis
78. Understanding Paracentric cities
79. Tutorial-X
80. City of the future, future of the city; shadow cities, divided cities
81. City of the future, future of the city; sustainable cities
82. City of the future, future of the city; Low carbon cities
83. City of the futureGlobal City, inclusive city, Safe city
84. Models of planning, Advocacy and Pluralism in Planning
85. Models of planning, rationalistic and incremental approaches
86. Models of planning mixed scanning and middle range planning
87. Models of planning advocacy planning
88. Models of planning action planning, equity planning
Book References:
7. The Urban pattern: City planning and design / GALLION, A B
8. Text book of Town Planning / BANDOPADHYAY, ABIR
9. Introduction to Town Planning / CATANES, A & SNYDER J
4. Design of cities / BACON, EDMUND N
5. The city in history / MUMFORD, LEWIS
6. Garden cities of tomorrow / HOWARD EBENEZER
Web References:
2. https://issuu.com/sivaraman4/docs/unit_1_human_settlement_planning
3. https://issuu.com/sivaraman4/docs/unit_2_human_settlement_planning
4. https://www.greenblue.com/na/history-of-urban-planning/

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 Elective 1 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Vernacular and Traditional Indian Architecture
Course Code: ARC 302
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: To make students understand how humanity has been addressing their shelter
needs creatively with minimum resource input and maximum quality output, by studying
1. How vernacular architecture is diverse from other historical & contemporary styles of
architecture.
2. Design as an outcome of site responsiveness ,native techniques and various social,
economic and cultural values of the society.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. An overview of the various theories related to Vernacular and traditional architecture, the
background and need for a vernacular approach. The determining factors; social, ethnic,
cultural, geographical, climatic, lifestyle, material, economic, symbolic, construction
technology.
2. Evolution of settlement and building typologies with changes in the above mentioned
factors by referring suitable cases such as palaces, houses etc. from various part of India
like north to south and east to west.
3. Documentation of Case studies of vernacular and traditional settlements / building
typology from various regions in India
4. Assimilation of vernacular architecture in modern era, an overview of pioneers’ such as
Hasan Fathy, Geoffrey Bawa, Laurie Baker etc.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Design small scale sustainable shelters
2. Improve problem solving skills
3. Identify and assimilate vernacular and traditional design inputs, as desired by client
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, syllabus, assignments and evaluation pattern
2. An overview of the various theories related to Vernacular and traditional architecture,
3. An overview of the various theories related to Vernacular and traditional architecture,
cont..
4. Background and need for a vernacular approach.
5. Visit to museum of man
6. Visit to museum of man
7. Documentation, presentation and discussion on site visit
8. Documentation, presentation and discussion on site visit
9. Documentation, presentation and discussion on site visit
10. Documentation, presentation and discussion on site visit
11. The determining factors; social, ethnic, cultural, lifestyle, economic, symbolic,
12. The determining factors; social, ethnic, cultural, lifestyle, economic, symbolic, cont..
13. The determining factors; geographical, climatic, materials.
14. The determining factors; geographical, construction technology.
15. North Indian Traditional and vernacular architecture
16. West Indian Traditional and vernacular architecture
17. South Indian Traditional and vernacular architecture
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 20. Briefing on Group-work on above, (these five regions will be taken up by different groups)
21. Group-work cont..
22. Group-work cont..
23. Group-work cont..
24. Group-work cont..
25. Presentation and discussion on above
26. Presentation and discussion on above
27. Presentation and discussion on above
28. Presentation and discussion on above
29. Live Case Example study (Group-work; different groups will cover different aspects)
30. Live Case Example study(Group-work; different groups will cover different aspects)
31. Group-work cont..
32. Group-work cont..
33. Group-work cont..
34. Group-work cont..
35. Presentation and discussion on above
36. Presentation and discussion on above
37. Presentation and discussion on above
38. Presentation and discussion on above
39. Assimilation of vernacular architecture in modern era,
40. Assimilation of vernacular architecture in modern era,
41. an overview of pioneers’ such as Hasan Fathy,
42. an overview of pioneers’ such as Geoffrey Bawa,
43. an overview of pioneers’ such as Laurie Baker
44. an overview of work of other contemporary architects
45. Assignment on above
46. Presentation and discussion on above
Book References:
1. Traditional buildings of India,Cooper and Dawson , Thames & Hudson
2. Mud Architecture of the Indian Desert, Jain, K. and Jain, M., Aadi Centre
3. Encyclopedia of Vernacular Architecture of the World. Oliver, P., CambridgeUniversity
Press.
4. Architecture forthe Poor:An Experiment inRural Egypt.Fathy,Hassan, Univ. ofChicago Press
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 Elective 1 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Art Appreciation
Course Code: ARC 303
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce the various art forms that exist from ancient to modern times.
2. To sensitize the students towards the moral, aesthetical, cultural, political contexts and
potential of art.
3. To develop a knowledge of art and ability to recognize design elements and principles in
selected works of art.
4. To develop aesthetic sensibilities and interpretation of physical forms.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction of art its various definitions and philosophies -Kant, Walter Benjamin,
Rabindranath Tagore, etc., its purpose and need in human life; evolving role of art both
historically and in modern times.
2. Formal analysis of Art such as line, shape, form, space, color, light, value, texture,
composition, media and technique, various styles including personal, regional, etc. Art
principles such as unity, variety, harmony, rhythm, balance, proportion, emphasis,
contrast, movement.
3. Historical overview of art aesthetics of various and cultures and traditions and their
influences including important works of daily utilities, crafts, sculptures and buildings
from Prehistoric period, ancient Egypt, ancient Mesopotamia, ancient Greek, ancient
Roman art, medieval Europe, India, China, Persia, Japan and Renaissance, Baroque,
Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism.
4. Introduction to iconography and symbolism with cases from Hinduism, Islamic and
Christian traditions and exercise dealing with iconographic analytical techniques. Various
art movements and their influences on Realism, Impressionism, Expressionism, Dadaism,
Fauvism, Cubism, Surrealism, De Stijl, Critical Regionalism, Brutalism, Structuralism,
Deconstructivism etc. Theories of Visual Perception. Introduction to Modern Art
media such as photography, movies, documentaries, installation art, etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Develop an understanding of the various art forms.
2. Fine tune the aesthetic sense and critically appreciate art.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to art and its relevance to architecture
2. Art and its related definitions, purpose and need
3. Historical overview of aesthetic theories and concepts
4. Philosophies by pioneers – Rabindranath Tagore, Walter Benjamin etc
5. Role of art continuing to modern day
6. Awareness, creativity and communication – Visual thinking, perception and awareness,
looking and seeing
7. Awareness, creativity and communication – Aesthetics, Art and beauty, Art and
experience, Creativity.
8. Awareness, creativity and communication – Untrained folk artists, form and content,
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 11. Understanding and classification of different art forms
12. Comparative analysis of different art forms
13. Study of art forms in various historical periods and contexts – crafts, sculptures, buildings
14. Art aesthetics of Prehistoric period
15. Art aesthetics of Ancient civilizations – Egypt and Mesopotamia
16. Art aesthetics of Ancient Greek and Roman
17. Art aesthetics of Medieval Europe
18. Art aesthetics of India
19. Art aesthetics of Far east – China and Japan
20. Art aesthetics of Persia
21. Art aesthetics of European styles - Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo
22. Art aesthetics of European styles - Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism.
23. Iconography and symbolism
24. Case examples from Hinduism
25. Case examples from Islamic traditions
26. Case examples from Christianity
27. Iconographic analytical techniques
28. Exercise - Study and presentation of art/master’s work
29. Contd
30. Art movements and their influence on various ideologies - Realism, Impressionism
31. Expressionism, Dadaism
32. Fauvism, Cubism
33. Surrealism, De Stijl
34. Art Nouveau
35. Critical Regionalism
36. Brutalism
37. Structuralism
38. Deconstructivism
39. Site visit
40. Visual perception in art
41. Exploring various modern art medias and techniques
42. Contd
43. Exercise – Expressing art through a certain media
44. Contd
Book References:
16. Ways Of Seeing by John Berger
17. The Story of Art by E.H.Gombrich
18. History Of Art by Janson and Janson
19. Indian Art by Partha Mitter
20. Introduction To Indian Art by Ananda k Coomaraswamy
21. Huntington, Susan.L. The Art of Ancient India: Buddhist,Hindu,Jain. New York,
Weatherhill, 1985.
22. Humanities Through The Arts by F. David Martin and Lee A Jacobus
23. History of Beauty by Umberto Eco et al
24. Sir Banister Fletcher, A History of Architecture, University of London, the Antholone
Press, 1986
25. The Story of Architecture, Patrick Nuttgens
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 Elective 1 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Cultural expressions in Architecture
Course Code: ARC 304
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To appreciate and understand architecture as manifestation of a broader cultural and
intellectual milieu to which it belongs and evolves from. To understand the social,
economic, and political underpinnings of works of architecture.
2. To able to relate architecture with the epochal events, movements, social mores etc. of
history.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. An introduction to how culture is expressed in arts, crafts and architecture with suitable
example such as belief and notions of universe (cosmos) and ideal man during Vedic
times was codified into Vastu-Shastra system which developed the principles of city
planning, buildings siting and orientation, spatial layout etc.
2. A historical overview of various cultural developments such as philosophy, schools of
thoughts, social norms, beliefs, propaganda, etc. and how cultural development
influenced the distinctive evolution of building styles, motifs, scale, monumentality,
symbolism, of works of architecture through suitable examples. Examples can be two
different schools of thought in Buddhism such as Hinayana and Mahayana giving rise to
two distinct architecture forms in terms of their styles, motifs, spatial planning etc.
3. Church used as an instrument to spread particular beliefs, propaganda etc. during
different times - theological and political underpinnings of Gothic style, revival of
classicism to counter Protestant Christianity, etc. Development of Indo – Saracenic style
as a political move to integrate with the Indian society by British, etc.
4. An overview of modern art movements and their philosophical motivations such as
Cubism, futurism, Constructivism, Postmodernism, Deconstructivism, Arts & crafts
movement, etc. with suitable examples.
Course Outcomes:
1. To develop understanding of cultural expression in architecture as resultant of
socioeconomic and political roots of society.
2. Appreciation of various art movements resulting into manifestations of architectural
forms.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 1 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Colour Theory and its Applications
Course Code: ARC 305
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand various aspects of colour and its application.
2. To study brush strokes and texturesand effective use of different medium.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to visual perception theories with emphasis on the role of colours.
2. Study of Color theory, basic color terminology, Color systems and schemes. Color vision.
Formal, Symbolic and Functional Aspects of Color in Design and Architecture and
perception. Understand color interactions and contrasts, harmony of colors, color frames
and compositions.
3. Study of color planning and applications in design and architecture, environmental
graphics, Develop color compositions to meet the formal, symbolic and functional design
requirements. Analyze the design considerations related to color planning criteria.
4. Propose architectural color design appropriate to the design considerations and
requirements.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understand the visual and psychological impact of colours.
2. To use colour effectively to enhance the aesthetic level of the design at hand.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, its importance and applications
2. Role of colours in design
3. Elements of design in basic composition. Introduction to principles of
organization/composition, Repetition, Variety, Radiation, Rhythm, Gradation, Emphasis &
Subordination, Proportion, Harmony, Balance
4. Visual perception theories - Gestalt principles etc
5. Understanding of visual grammar
6. Psychological impact of colours
7. Exercise - Application of visual grammar and Gestalt principles
8. Study of Color theory (Newton’s color wheel, Munsell colour wheel) basic color
terminology, Color systems and schemes
9. Exercise – colour wheel chart - Newton’s color wheel
10. Exercise – colour wheel chart - Munsell colour wheel
11. Aspects of colour in design and architecture
12. Color interactions and contrasts
13. Harmony of colors
14. Color frames and compositions.
15. Two dimensional medium in black and white medium
16. Exercise - Design of two dimensional medium in black and white medium
17. Two dimensional medium in colour medium
18. Exercise - Design of two dimensional medium in colour medium
19. Evaluate visual grammar with composition
20. Exercise - Based on the above aspects
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 22. Exercise – Composition with 3D in black and white medium
23. Exercise – Composition with 3D in colour medium
24. Exercise - Evaluation and analysis of 3D form with visual grammar
25. Colour planning in design and architecture
26. Exercise based on above topic
27. Exercise contd.
28. Study of environmental graphic design
29. Exercise based on above topic
30. Exercise contd.
31. Developing color compositions to meet the formal, symbolic and functional design
requirements.
32. Exercise based on above topic
33. Exercise – Appraisal of the contribution of color design taking up examples by means of
graphical / verbal presentation(s)
34. Exercise contd.
35. Exercise –Design/Composition of architectural spaces using colours with visual/
perceptional/psychological quality exploring possibilities and creativity
36. Exercise contd.
37. Exercise contd.
Book References:
1. Form, Space and Order by Francis D. K. Ching
2. Rendering with Pen and Ink by Robert W. Gill
3. Koffka, K. (1935). Principles of Gestalt Psychology. New York: Harcourt, Brace.
4. Karl Gerstner, Visual Language, 2005
5. Jasper Morrison, A world without words. 1992, 1998
6. Krier, Rob, Architectural Composition, Academy Editions, London, 1988.
7. Shibikawa, Ikuyoshi and Takashashi Yumi, Designers guide to Colour
8. Smithles KW, Principles of Design in Architecture. Chapman and Hall 1983.
9. Wucius, Wong, Principles of two dimensional design, Von Nostrand Reinhold 1972
10. Maier, Manfired Basic Principles of Design Vol 1, 2, 3 & 4 Von Nostrand Reinhold NY 1977
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 Elective 1 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Modern and Contemporary World Architecture
Course Code: ARC 306
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the impact of the technology on architecture of occidental world since late
18th century.
2. To explore the design philosophies of ‘master’s of occidental architecture in the field of
architecture and art in modern and contemporary world.
3. To analysis and discuss the development the salient features of landmark buildings in the
timeline of world contemporary architecture.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to industrial revolution and its impact on architecture
2. Development of ‘New Art form of Architecture’
3. Chicago School of Architecture
4. Functionalism of Modernity
5. Development of International Style
6. 20th Century World Architecture
Course Outcomes:
1. Identify different styles and schools of contemporary architecture.
2. Analyze the contributing factors for the design development of different styles.
3. Analyze the works of the famous master architects introduced to the student.
4. Evaluate the works of modern architecture that the student is coming across in everyday’s
life.
5. Design buildings in the contemporary architectural styles.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Modern and contemporary world architecture
2. Historical background of the modern era in architecture
3. Historical background of the modern era in architecture and its socio cultural impact
4. Historical background of the modern era in architecture and architecture
5. Early and Late Renaissance period
6. Early and Late Renaissance period
7. Late Renaissance and development of 4th in architecture
8. Example of Late Renaissance and development of 4th in architecture
9. Development of open space in Late Renaissance period
10. Introduction to Industrial Revolution: Advent of Steel , glass and Ferro-concrete
11. Revolutionary works of different architect and their inventions
12. Advent of Steel and Henry Labrouste
13. Great Exhibitions of 1851 and 1889 and their contributions
14. Contribution of Gustava Eiffel to architecture and his works
15. Development of Ferro concrete: Auguste Perret, Tony Garnier
16. Development of ‘New Art & Architecture’
17. Development of ‘New Art & Architecture’
18. Art Nouveau movement and Victor Horta
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 20. Balloon Frame Structure and Plane Surfaces in America

21. Chicago School of Architecture

22. Works and philosophies of different Architect of Chicago school
23. Louis Sullivan
24. Louis Sullivan

25. Frank Lloyd Wright

26. Introduction to Functionalism of Modernity

27. Works and philosophies of different Architect of this period
28. Walter Gropius and Bauhaus
29. Walter Gropius and Bauhaus

30. Le Corbusier
31. Development of International Style
32. Development of International Style
33. Works and philosophies of different Architect of this period
34. Mies van der Rohe
35. Mies van der Rohe
36. Philip Johnson
37. Philip Johnson
38. Louis I Kahn
39. Louis I Kahn
40. 20th Century World Architecture
41. Works and philosophies of different Architect of this period
42. Eero Saarinen,Alvar Aalto, Oscar Niemeyer,Richard Neutra etc.
43. Eero Saarinen,Alvar Aalto, Oscar Niemeyer,Richard Neutra etc.
44. Norman Foster, Antonio Gaudi, Frank O. Gehry, M. Pei, Kenzo Tange etc.
45. Norman Foster, Antonio Gaudi, Frank O. Gehry, M. Pei, Kenzo Tange etc.
Book References:
1. Space, Time and Architecture – Siegfried Gideon
2. The Puzzle of Architecture – Robin Boyd
3. Modern Architecture – Kenneth Frampton
4. The Story of Architecture – Patrick Nuttgens
5. History of Architecture – Sir Bannister Fletcher
6. Architecture and Independence –John T. Lang, Madhavi Desai, Miki Desai
7. LIBRARY OF CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE
8. Space, Time and Architecture – Siegfried Gideon
9. The Puzzle of Architecture – Robin Boyd
10. Modern Architecture – Kenneth Frampton
Web References:
1. www.archdaily.com
2. www.coursera.org
3. ww.edx.org
4. ocw.mit.edu
5. www.my-mooc.com
6. Oxford Art Online
7. Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals

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 Elective 1 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VI Year: III
Name of Course: Modern and Contemporary Indian Architecture
Course Code: ARC 307
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the impact of the technology on architecture of India subcontinent since
late 18th century.
2. To explore the design philosophies of masters of different period of Indian architecture in
the field of architecture.
3. To analysis and discuss the development the salient features of landmark buildings in the
timeline of Indian contemporary architecture.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Architectural History of India till Indian Renaissance.
2. Introduction to industrial revolution and its impact on Indian architecture.
3. Development of Colonialism ‘Indo-Sarcenic architecture1615- 1947 AD.
4. Post-Independence Architecture- Revivalism, geometric forms, Expressionist style,
biomimicry architecture.
5. Traditional experience of town planning.
6. 20th Century Indian Architecture.
Course Outcomes:
1. Identify different styles and schools of post-independence and contemporary Indian
architecture.
2. Analyze the contributing factors for the design development of different styles.
3. Analyze the works of the famous master architects introduced to the student.
4. Evaluate the works of modern architecture that the student is coming across in everyday’s
life.
5. Design buildings in the contemporary architectural styles.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Architectural History of India till Indian Renaissance
2. The Indus Valley Civilization 3000-1700 BC
3. Post MahaJanapada Period 600 BC-200AD
4. Middle ages 200 -1500 AD
5. Mughal architecture 1500- 1615 AD
6. Colonialism In India
7. Different period Colonialism In India
8. Different period Colonialism In India and their architectural style
9. Indo-Sarcenic architecture1615- 1947 AD
10. Indo-Sarcenic architecture1615- 1947 AD
11. Development of Various Styles - Neo-classical, Victorian , Gothic Revival etc.
12. Works and philosophies of Master’s Architect- Sir Edwin Lutyens, Thomas Lyon, James A.
Fuller, George Wittet, Herbert Baker etc.
13. Works and philosophies of Master’s Architect- Sir Edwin Lutyens, Thomas Lyon, James A.
Fuller, George Wittet, Herbert Baker etc.Examples of Indo-Sarcenic architecture1615- 1947
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 14. Works and philosophies of Master’s Architect- Sir Edwin Lutyens, Thomas Lyon, James A.
Fuller, George Wittet, Herbert Baker etc.Contribution of Gustava Eiffel to architecture and
his works
15. Discussion on examples from British Colonial Period
16. Discussion on examples from British Colonial Period
17. Discussion on examples from British Colonial Period
18. Discussion on examples from British Colonial Period
19. Discussion on examples from British Colonial Period
20. Discussion on examples from British Colonial Period
21. Chicago School of Architecture
22. Introduction to Post Independence Architecture
23. Impact of socio political conditions during Post Independence Architecture on Architecture
24. Impact of socio cultural conditions during Post Independence Architecture on Architecture
25. Works and philosophies of Le Corbusier
26. Town Planning of Chandigarh
27. Town Planning of Chandigarh
28. Art and Architecture of Chandigarh
29. Art and Architecture of Chandigarh
30. Introductions to different style of Post Independence architecture
31. Five distinct approaches of architectural expressions in India during Post-Independence
period
32. Five distinct approaches of architectural expressions in India during Post-Independence
period
33. Plastic or geometric forms exploiting the potential of concrete
34. Plastic or geometric forms exploiting the potential of concrete
35. New language of brick and concrete
36. New language of brick and concrete
37. New language of brick and concrete
38. Brutalism - bold and aggressive articulation of structural elements
39. Brutalism - bold and aggressive articulation of structural elements
40. Brutalism - bold and aggressive articulation of structural elements
41. Harmonizing with the micro environment
42. Harmonizing with the micro environment
43. Regionalism
44. Regionalism
45. Traditional experience of town planning: The Asiad Games Village, New Delhi (1982)
46. Regional building vocabulary: The Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur, The VidhanBhavan, Bhopal
47. Usage of local materials: Laurie Bakers Works and Philosophies
48. Usage of local materials: Laurie Bakers Works and Philosophies
49. Identity of Post Independence India in Modernism : Summary and Discussion
50. Identity of Post Independence India in Modernism : Summary and Discussion
Book References:
1. Frampton, K. (1996). Charles Correa. London: Thames & Hudson
2. Correa, Charles. (2003). Oxford Art Onlinedoi:10.1093/gao/9781884446054.article.t019584
3. Rewal, R., G., K. M., Rewal, A., & Singh, R. B. (2012). Raj Rewal: Selected architectural

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 works. New Delhi: Architectural Research Cell
4. Matharoo, G. S., Futagawa, Y., Eek, P. H., Eek, P. H., & Eek, P. H. (2009). A dialogue with
editor: Gurjit Singh Matharoo. Tokyo: A.D.A. Edita
5. Rewal, R. (n.d.). Tradition And Innovation. New Architecture and Urbanism: Development
of Indian Traditions,18- 27. doi:10.5848/csp.1892.00002
6. Correa, C. (2000). Charles Correa housing and urbanisation. London: Thames & Hudson.
7. Ashraf, K. K., &Belluardo, J. (1998). An architecture of independence: The making of
modern South Asia: Charles Correa, Balkrishna Doshi, Muzharul Islam, AchyutKanvinde.
New York, NY: Architectural League of New York.
8. K Murray, I. (2013). Charles Correa: Indias Greatest Architect. London: RibaPubns.
9. Sir Banister Fletcher(1986), A History of Architecture, University of London, The Antholone
Press
Web References:
1. www.archdaily.com
2. www.coursera.org
3. ww.edx.org
4. ocw.mit.edu
5. www.my-mooc.com
6. Oxford Art Online
7. Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals

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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Ergonomics
Course Code: ARC 311
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand work physiology, human physical dimension concerns like human body
structureand function.
2. To develop sensitivity towards the importance of human factors in design.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study Anthropometry, body growth and types. Understand static and dynamic
anthropometry, standing posture, squatting and cross-legged postures. Understand
anthropometric measuring techniques. Human body- structure and function, posture and
body supportive devices.
2. Study of chair characteristics, vertical work surface, horizontal work surface, movement,
work counter, behavior and perception.
3. Study environments factors influencing human performance, ergonomic design process,
ergonomics design methodology, ergonomics criteria/check while designing and design
process involving ergonomics. Performance support and design intervention, occupational
safety and stress at workplace in view to reduce the potential fatigue, errors, discomforts
and unsafe acts.
4. Design workstation design, furniture support, vertical arm reach and design application
possibility. Study design and human compatibility, comfort and adaptability aspects and
ergonomics in India.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understanding of anthropometry and ergonomics.
2. Be able to design furniture, workstations and utility items according to ease of use and
comfort.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject
2. Overview of Anthropometry and Ergonomics and its relation to architecture
3. Anthropometry – human body structure and function
4. Anthropometry – body growth and types
5. Static and dynamic anthropometry
6. Understanding various standing postures
7. Understanding various sitting postures
8. Squatting and cross legged postures
9. Anthropometric measuring techniques
10. Human activity and the use of space
11. Exercise - Average measurements of human body in different postures-its proportion and
graphic representation
12. Exercise contd.
13. Exercise contd.
14. Posture and job relation
15. Posture and body supportive devices
16. Ergonomics and its application
17. Brief overview of Physical ergonomics, Cognitive ergonomics and Environmental
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 18. Detailed understanding of Physical ergonomics
19. Chair characteristics
20. Vertical work surface
21. Horizontal work surface
22. Movement and work counter
23. Exercise related to the topic
24. Detailed understanding of Cognitive ergonomics
25. Human behavior and perception
26. Visual performance and displays
27. Exercise related to the topic
28. Detailed understanding of Environmental ergonomics
29. Environments factors influencing human performance
30. Exercise related to the topic
31. Ergonomic design process
32. Ergonomic design methodology
33. Ergonomics criteria/check while designing and design process
34. Occupational safety and stress at workplace in view to reduce the potential fatigue, errors,
discomforts and unsafe acts.
35. Exercise - Workstation design focusing on movement, arm reach etc
36. Contd.
37. Contd.
38. Exercise – Assessing design and human compatibility, comfort and adaptability aspects and
ergonomics in India.
39. Contd.
40. Contd.
Book References:
1. Bridger, RS: Introduction to Ergonomics, 2nd Edition, Taylor &Francis, 2003
2. Dul, J. and Weerdmeester,B.Ergonomics for beginners, a quick reference guide, Taylor &
Francis, 1993.
3. Green, W.S. and Jordan,P .W, Human Factors in Product Design, Taylor & rancis, 1999.
4. D. Chakrabarti, Indian Anthropometric Dimensions for ergonomic design practice, National
Institute of Design,Ahmedabad, 1997
5. G.Salvendy (edit), Handbook of Human Factors and ergonomics, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.,
1998
6. Singh,S (Edt),Ergonomics Interventions for Health and Productivity, Himanshu Publications,
Udaipur, New Delhi, 2007
7. Alvin R. Tilley, Henry Dreyfuss Associates: The Measure of Man and Woman: Human
Factors in Design, Revised Edition
8. W.E. Woodson, Human Factor Design Handbook, McGraw Hill, New York, 1981
9. Mark S. Sanders, & Ernest J. McCormick, Human factors in Engineering & Design, McGraw-
Hill, Inc
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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Energy and buildings
Course Code: ARC 312
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To familiarize the students with role of energy in built environment and for the efficient
use of energy in design process.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Principles and applications of climate, energy use, and comfort as determinants of
architectural form.
2. Architectural methods for climate adaptation using non-mechanical means of ventilating,
cooling, heating, and lighting.
3. Design and performance predictions for passive approaches to solar heating, heat
transfer mechanisms.
4. Concept of Total Comfort. Human comfort and its assessment. Concept of embodied
energy. Embodied energy for material and building component. Energy for production of
building materials. Total energy need for building.
5. Energy-efficient principles of a building and their various application techniques in
different climatic zones prevailing in India including solar active and passive features.
6. Types, availability and reserves of conventional and non-conventional energy sources.
Energy Conservation, Indian Energy Conservation Act 2001 Features, Energy Star Rating
of buildings and Equipments, Bureau of Energy Efficiency.
7. Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC). Energy Building Code, Guidelines: Thermal
Insulation, Heating, Ventilation and Air . Conditioning System, Building Lighting Design:
Lighting levels, light efficient options, CFL, LEDs, Fixtures, Day lighting timers, Building
Energy Management.
8. Introduction to Building rating systems in India. Detailed study on LEED and GRIHA
(Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment). Case study national and international
examples.
9. Strategies for climate- responsive design. Case examples.
Course Outcomes:
1. Sensitization and ability to design energy efficient buildings.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:
1. Buildings, Climate and Energy by Markus & Morris, Pitman Publishing Ltd. 1980.
2. “Energy efficient buildings: architecture, engineering and environment”, Dean Hawkes,
Wayne Forster; W.W. Norton & Company, 2002
3. Energy Efficient Buildings in India by Milli Majumdar
4. Energy efficient buildings by Wagner Walter
5. Indian Energy Conservation Act 2001, GoI
6. Energy Conservation Building Code Manual, GoI
7. “GRIHA Manuals”, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), 2011
8. “Energy-efficient Buildings in India”; The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), 2001
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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Green Building
Course Code: ARC 313
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Eco – Environmentally responsive and resource efficient buildings are Green Buildings. This
course will develop an understanding to conceptualize the design of building, choice of eco-
friendly and appropriate building material, techniques and technology and building energy
management systems.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Basics of climate responsive building design, Green materials, building construction
techniques and building technology, Green building services and systems.
2. Conservation of water, rain water harvesting and recyclability of water: systems and
techniques, recycle of solid and liquid waste: systems and techniques.
3. Solar and other alternate energized technology and systems integrated to building.
4. Site planning for green buildings, Building energy management system.
Course Outcomes:
1. Development of complete understanding for design of a green building or campus from
preliminary design to construction and operation of building.
2. Market survey and case studies will further strengthen the knowledge of state of art
systems and technology prevailing in the market.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Effect of sun movement, orientation, wind movement and microclimate of surroundings
2. Thermal design
3. Design for natural light
4. Natural and mechanical ventilation
5. Alternate to conventional bricks
6. Alternate to concrete and mortars
7. Glass and glazing design of windows
8. Alternate material and techniques for external and internal finishes
9. Efficient construction technology and precautions during construction
10. Water and energy efficient plumbing systems and gadgets
11. Water and energy efficient sanitary services and gadgets
12. Energy efficient domestic appliances and gadgets
13. Energy efficient lighting fixtures and daylight integrated lighting system and controls.
14. Energy efficient cooling and heating systems
15. Methods of conservation of water during construction
16. Efficient Water supply techniques
17. Rain water harvesting in building
18. Methods of collection of used water for recycle
19. Recycle of solid and liquid waste: systems and techniques
20. Category of solid waste from buildings during construction and operation
21. Methods of recycle the construction waste and efficient disposal of non-usable waste
22. Recycle of domestic organic solid waste within site
23. Environmentally safe methods for disposal of plastic and electronic waste
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 26. Alternative energy systems and technology
27. Passive solar heating and cooling of buildings
28. Solar water heating systems and pumps integrated to buildings
29. Solar energy integrated lighting and other domestic gadgets
30. Market survey for available solar systems
31. Zoning of site
32. Landscape scheme for modification of microclimate
33. Location of STP, substation and water storage tank to minimize distribution losses
34. Locating captive solar power or wind power plant in site
35. Types of sensors used in buildings, Location of sensors, Control devices and software
36. Study of Energy Conservation Building Code
37. Study of LEEDS and GRHA guidelines
38. Study of various manual and computer tools to design energy efficient buildings
39. Study of Daylight design software
40. Case study of energy efficient independent buildings in India
41. Case study of energy efficient buildings international examples
42. Market survey for energy efficient materials and construction technology
43. Survey for available systems and techniques for solar energy operated gadgets and
equipment
44. Government schemes and guideline for domestic and building terrace solar power plants
45. Survey of Commercially available solar water heating systems
46. Online Case study of green independent building
47. Online case study of green buildings in campus
Book References:
1. Green Building Illustrated by Frank Ching, Francis D. K., Shapiro, Ian M.
2. Green Building A to ZAuthor: Jerry Yudelson
3. Handbook of Green Building Design and Construction: LEED, BREEAM, and Green
GlobesAuthor: Sam Kubba
4. Sustainable Building Design - Applications Using Climatic Data in IndiaAuthors:
Kabre,Chitrarekha
5. Green from the ground up: sustainable, healthy, and energy-efficient home construction
(builder’s guide) Author David Johnston and Scott Gibson
6. Bureau of Energy Efficiency, (2011). Energy Conservation Building Code User Guide, New
Delhi: Bureau of Energy Efficiency.
7. S. Shnapp, J. Laustsen, Mitigation Potential from India's Buildings, Global Buildings
Performance Network, Paris, France. 2013.
8. Szokolay, S.V. (1990). “Design and research issues: passive control in the tropics.” Proc. of
1st World Renewable Energy Congress on Energy and the Environment into the 1990s. Vol.
4, Solar and Low Energy Architecture.
9. S.V. Szokolay, Introduction to Architectural Science, Architectural press, Elsevier Science
Oxford,U.K.
Web References:
1. https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/greenbuilding/materials
2. https://epdf.pub/green-building-handbook-a-companion-guide-to-building-products-and-
their-impact-.html
3. https://doi.org/10.11129/detail.9783955532215
4. https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780123851284/handbook-of-green-building-
design-and-construction
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 6. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2210670719309503
7. https://issuu.com/unhabitat/docs/sustainable_building_design_for_tro
8. https://www.slideshare.net/mirandazadeng/green-building-ppt-53285881
9. https://www.teriin.org/sites/default/files/2019-04/Making-Indian-Cities-Energy-
Smart_UNSW-TERI.pdf

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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Intelligent Buildings
Course Code: ARC 314
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. The requirement for today’s buildings are self-operative, digitally operative from remote
places, digital security and digitally controlled services. Such digitisation of building offers
highly efficient operative systems which saves resources and energy too. Objective of
this course is to understand the technological know-how and to know state of art
technology to design electronically / digitally operated and controlled buildings also
called as smart buildings.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Conventional buildings and intelligent buildings.
2. Building systems and services, intelligent management of building systems and services,
types of sensors and control systems.
3. Digital security of buildings, digital monitoring system.
4. Case studies
Course Outcomes:
1. This course will give an insight to learner that Intelligent buildings to be designed to
obtain sustainable (i.e. sustain their performance for future generations), healthy and
technologically up to date; meet regulatory demands; meet the needs of the occupants;
and be flexible and adaptable enough to deal with change and save resources.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction of intelligent buildings
2. Difference between conventional and intelligent buildings
3. Need for intelligent buildings
4. Building systems
5. Building services
6. Parameters of systems can to digitised
7. Parameter of services can be digitised
8. Types of sensors and devices for thermal control
9. Sensors and devices for lighting systems
10. Sensors and devices for integrated daylight systems
11. Sensors and devices for air conditioning systems
12. Control devices and software
13. Devices for intelligent water supply systems
14. Computing and software for water supply systems
15. Devices for intelligent security systems
16. Control devices and software for security systems
17. State of art construction technology
18. Integration of intelligent systems for construction technology
19. Intelligent systems for vertical circulation systems
20. Intelligent systems for horizontal circulation
21. Intelligent fixtures for toilets
22. Intelligent monitoring systems for public spaces
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 25. Intelligent monitoring systems for domestic buildings
26. Intelligent monitoring systems for Airports
27. Intelligent monitoring systems for railway stations
28. Intelligent fire control systems
29. Market survey for available brands of sensors
30. Market survey of available control devices and software
31. Case study of intelligent residence
32. Case study of intelligent small commercial buildings
33. Case study of intelligent campus
34. Case study of intelligent Multi story apartment
35. Case study of intelligent multi-story office building
36. Case study of intelligent high-rise building
37. Case study of intelligent railway stations
38. Case study of intelligent Airports
39. Case study of intelligent hospitals
40. Case study of intelligent school buildings
41. Case study of intelligent museums
42. Case study of intelligent malls
43. Recommendation of System architecture for small buildings
44. Recommendation for real time management of buildings
Book References:
1. Sustainable Intelligent Buildings for Better Health, Comfort and Well-Being Professor
Derek Clements-Croome, University of Reading, UK
2. A Concept for an Operative Platform to Manage Intelligent Buildings by Jaoa Figueiredo,
Jose sa da costa
3. Intelligent Infrastructure for Energy Efficiency by Neil Gershenfeld, Stephen Samouhos ,
Bruce Nordman
4. Intelligent Buildings: An Introduction edited by Derek Clements-Croome
5. An Intelligent Energy Management System for Educational Buildings by Ahmad Al
Daraiseh, Nazraf Shah, Eyas El Qawasameh
Web References:
1. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/17508975.2011.582313
2. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1155/2013/867693
3. https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/0957-0233/24/7/074023/meta
4. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/13614570902953549
5. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1467-8667.2008.00566.x
6. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/8458006
7. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Narayan_Dungana/publication/305279633
_A_Seminar_Report_on_Intelligent_Building/links/57865ed208ae3949cf5559e6.pdf
8. http://www.palmajournal.org/articles/2017-162/5356.pdf

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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Steel architecture and design
Course Code: ARC 315
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce the design potential of steel as an important material in modern
construction and familiarize the students with the structural merits and limitations of
steel.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of materiality of steel, structural properties of steel, advantages of steel in
construction. Overview of history of metal in construction and technological
development from iron to steel, study industrialization and mass fabrication of steel.
2. Various industry-manufacture steel- hollow structural sections, hot rolled steel shapes,
various hollow structural sections. Understanding of various typologies of high tech
movement – extruded, grid/bay, arched / curved structures, tensile. Comparison of
diagrid structures with standard-frame structures. Study of curved steel– creating curves
in steel buildings, limitations in curving steels. Study of evolution of AESS (architecturally
exposed structural steel) through high-tech movement, its connection types (bolted,
welded and cast connections), member types (tubular and standard sections).
3. Various steel frame designs, basic connection strategies, basic understanding of steel
floor systems, truss systems and braced systems. Introduction to steel as a sustainable
material - recycled, reuse, adaptive reuse of steel and glazing systems, support systems
for glazing.
4. Study of technical aspects of combining steel with glass, various steel and glass envelope
systems (curtain wall system, wind braced support systems, spider steel connections
with structural glass, simple and complex cable systems, handling curves and lattice shell
construction). Study of advanced framing system, low carbon design strategies,
transformations of architectural design into fabricated elements, use of steel in
temporary/ exhibit buildings.
5. Need for corrosion and fire protection, various finishes and coating systems of steel.
Detailed study corrosion protection and fire protection systems.
Course Outcomes:
1. To develop the application of steel as structural material and its use in buildings of
simple and complex nature.
2. Understanding of advanced applications of steel in buildings.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Advanced structural systems
Course Code: ARC 316
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce the basic concepts of pre-stressing, conceptual approach to design of pile
foundations and tall structural systems, shells and folded plates and tensile structure for
the large span constructions.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Understanding of Soil Exploration.
2. Study of types of pile foundation and its construction techniques, design of end bearing
piles, design of under-reamed pile foundation for apartment buildings as per National
Building Code.
3. Introduction to pre-stressed concrete materials, methods of pre-stressing, comparison
between RCC and pre stressed concrete. Understanding tall buildings structural systems,
rigid frames, braced frames, shear wall. Wall frame buildings, tubular buildings, tube-in
tube buildings, outrigger braced system with outline of their behaviour and their
applicability for various heights.
4. Understand Shells types. Folded plates types, Comparison with shells applicability.
5. Understand arches types, and analysis of three hinged arches.
6. Definitions of single, double & multi-layered grids – two way & three way space grids,
connectors, domes and its various forms, geodesic domes, suspended-cable structures,
types of cable network systems, shapes of cable suspended systems, examples of tensile
membrane structures, types of pneumatic structures.
Course Outcomes:
1. Conceptualization of large span constructions.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Appropriate Technology
Course Code: ARC 317
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To give exposure to the concepts of appropriate building technology and services
suitable inIndian context, its applicability in both rural and urban applications.
2. Enrich the conventionalknowledge with alternative material and construction
techniques.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study alterative materials and construction techniques developed in recent past. Study
soil & itscomposition & properties, suitability of soil for mud walls, soil composition test,
plasticity test,test for optimum water content, soil stabilization, Wattle & daub walls,
rammed earth walls,adobe walls, etc.
2. arches, Vaults, domes using soil cement, compressed mud blocks,
3. Nubian archroof.Burnt clay tileroofing, ferro-cement roofing units, doubly curved tile
roofing, pre-cast joists.
4. Use bamboo as building material its properties, available in country.
5. Overview of work done by Hasan Fathy, Laurie Baker, HUDCO, DA, etc. Site visits
ofappropriate building technology projects in India with issues pertaining to site,
material,services, technology, and construction.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Design small scale buildings using appropriate technology specifications.
2. make construction details of various building elements using appropriate technology
specifications.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, syllabus, assignments and evaluation pattern
2. An overview of the origin and development of appropriate technology
3. cont..
4. Background and need for appropriate technology approach.
5. information gathering from secondary sources on building designs
6. cont..
7. cont..
8. Documentation, presentation and discussion
9. cont..
10. cont..
11. cont..
12. Soil Lab visit
13. cont..
14. cont..
15. report and discussion
16. cont..
17. construction materials and techniques for walls construction
18. cont..
19. cont..
20. cont..
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 22. cont..
23. cont..
24. cont..
25. construction materials and techniques for roof spanning
26. cont..
27. cont..
28. cont..
29. construction materials and techniques for roof covering
30. cont..
31. cont..
32. cont..
33. Project work
34. cont..
35. cont..
36. cont..
37. Presentation and discussion on above
38. cont..
39. cont..
40. cont..
Book References:
1. DA handbook
2. Architecture forthe Poor:An Experiment inRural Egypt.Fathy,Hassan, Univ. ofChicago
Press
Web References:
1. Laurie baker center

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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Modular Coordination
Course Code: ARC 318
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To equip the students with tools for basic research, development and real life
applications of dimensional and functional coordination of modular systems.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. An introduction to conventional modular principles and practices in the West in the
early, medieval, industrial and post-industrial phases - additional input on the vernacular
theories of modular principles in India, modules in nature.
2. Study of modular components in civil construction through an understanding of various
components, relationship between the analytical methods of building technologies and
the synthetic process of architectural design.
3. Modules in interior design, space utilization in an interior envelope, modular applications
in commercial spaces, furniture design, relationship between utility zones and
circulation.
4. Study Modular philosophy in electrical systems, air-conditioning, electronic systems,
industrial products and applications.
5. Study Industry examples in modular coordination –prefabrication, production systems,
etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. To develop understanding of modular coordination approach to design and
construction of built form.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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 Elective 2 (OPEN ELECTIVE THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: VII Year: IV
Name of Course: Disaster Mitigation and management
Course Code: ARC 319
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite: Introductory Information about Buildings, materials, Elements,
Architecture. Introductory knowledge of Town Planning,
Architecture and Planning softwares. Statistics and
demographics, earth and environmental basics.
Course Objectives:
1. To create awareness about natural disasters, reasons of their occurrence and have
basic knowledge of disaster management, mitigation and techniques for post disaster
monitoring and design.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to natural Disasters and Disaster Management in India.
2. Development of Disaster Management Mechanisms in India.
3. Disaster Risk Mitigation strategies.
4. Post Disaster Management and Cross Cutting Issues.
Course Outcomes:
1. General awareness of natural disasters their causes and effects.
2. Basics of Disaster Management Mechanisms in India and idea of disaster mitigation.
3. Basic learning of Post Disaster Management and Cross Cutting Issues.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Natural disasters and man-made disasters
2. Basic definitions and terms and concepts related to disaster management
3. Tutorial on disasters: Introduction of minor assignment
4. Tutorial on disasters: discussions on minor assignment
5. Factors and significance. Characteristic, causes and effects of natural hazards viz.
Droughts earthquakes
6. Factors and significance. Characteristic, causes and effects of natural hazards viz.
Cyclones floods
7. Tutorial on disasters: work and discussion on minor assignment
8. Tutorial on disasters: presentation on minor assignment
9. Factors and significance. Characteristic, causes and effects of natural hazards viz.
landslides and other disasters
10. Disaster profile of India and introduction to regional and seasonal disaster
preparedness and response
11. Tutorial: Introduction of Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
12. Tutorial: Work on Major assignment on individual study of any one disaster part-1
13. Disaster management overview-National
14. National and state level Acts, rules, policies, laws, byelaws
15. Tutorial: Literature Review on Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
16. Tutorial: Literature Review on Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
17. Disaster management overview-Global
18. Kyoto Framework of disaster mitigation and management
19. Tutorial: Discussions on Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
20. Tutorial: Discussions on Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
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 23. Tutorial: Presentations on Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
24. Tutorial: Presentations on Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
25. Disaster Management Mechanisms: national, state and district levels
26. Select global practices; disaster and development;
27. Tutorial: Presentations on Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
28. Tutorial: Presentations on Major assignment on study of any one disaster part-1
29. Physical planning and disaster management plans;
30. Various role players in disaster management – NGOs / CBOs and Armed Forces;.
31. Tutorial: Introduction of Major assignment on case studies part-2
32. Tutorial: Literature Review of Major assignment on case studies part-2
33. Community Based Disaster Preparedness (CBDP), Disaster Risk Mitigation;
34. Disaster safe construction practices for different types of disasters,
35. Tutorial: Work on Major assignment on case studies part-2
36. Tutorial: Work on Major assignment on case studies part-2
37. Disaster Preparedness Forecasting and early warning systems for various disasters
38. Communication and information technology in disaster management;
39. Tutorial: Discussions on Major assignment case study part-2
40. Tutorial: Discussions on Major assignment case study part-2
41. Disaster education and awareness;
42. Documentation and case studies on natural disasters
43. Tutorial: Discussions on Major assignment case study part-2
44. Tutorial: Discussions on Major assignment case study part-2
45. Post Disaster Management and Cross Cutting Issues, Post disaster management;
46. Rehabilitation and reconstruction of disaster affected areas; urban, disaster mitigation;.
47. Tutorial: Work on Major assignment Global inputs part-3
48. Tutorial: Discussions on Major assignment Global inputs part-3
49. Natural resource management for disaster safe habitation; relationship between,
disaster and environment; safe hill area development guidelines and coastal zone
regulations for safe habitation;
50. Human settlement planning for consequence mitigation of global warming and climate
change
51. Tutorial: Presentations on Major assignment Student inputs part-4
52. Tutorial: Presentations on Major assignment Student inputs part-4
Book References:
10. Disaster Recovery, Brenda D. Phillips, CRC Press 30
11. Earthquake Architecture: New Construction Techniques for Earthquake Disaster
Prevention, Garcia, Belen, New York, Loft Publications
12. Planning for Disaster Willium G. Ramroth
13. Disaster Management Handbook, Pinkowski J., CRC Press
14. Environmental Hazards : Assessing Risk and Reducing Disaster, Smith, K., David P.,
London, Routledge Publications
15. Urban Planning for Disaster Recovery: Alan March Maria Kornakova, Butterworth-
Heinemann
Web References:
1. https://nidm.gov.in/pdf/pubs/DRR-Urban.pdf
2. https://planningtank.com/urbanisation/urban-planning-can-contribute-resilience-
disaster-risk-reduction
3. https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780128042762/urban-planning-for-disaster-
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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Architectural Conservation
Course Code: ARC 326
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To sensitize students towards role of conservation and revitalization of built and un-built
with tangible and intangible remains of past with its relevance today.
2. To expose equip students to develop models of sustainable integrated conservation
addressing the complexities of historic buildings, heritage cities and cultural landscapes.
3. To stimulate and encourage Architectural conservation through adoption of a
combination of pedagogic methods which include studio exercises, laboratory
experiments, special lectures, site visits and tutorials.
4. To focus on challenging real world conservation issues through site based studio
exercises and ‘hands on’ practical experience in conservation through workshops and the
training towards addressing all scales of heritage, through emerging theoretical,
technical and management subjects, ensuring that students develop the ability to
connect philosophy, theory and practice; and devise realistic, implementable and
innovative conservation interventions.
5. To encourage community outreach, and enhance academic interface with citizens, civil
society, self-help groups, NGOs and communities for a more broad based and rooted
participatory approach towards conservation of our heritage assets.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Conservation and related topics with meaning/definition, purpose of
studying, theory of conservation–origin and history, role of conservation in the Social,
Economic and Environmental Sustainability of the human habitats, urban and cultural
landscapes, conservation practice.
2. Conservation and its relation to History of Architecture and History of Culture
Architectural symbolism; Buildings of historic traditions as Record of Program and
Purpose, Architectural Design principles with reference to the relevant theories,
Comparative cultures with city forms and traditional Planning;
3. Tools for cultural studies. Building elements, forms and documentation with elements of
buildings, building precincts; documentation with sketching, measured drawing,
photography, models, study of crafts traditions, walkthroughs etc. sensitive repairs,
Inventories, mapping methods, study of evolution, understanding change. Material
science, condition survey, condition mapping and environmental studies Processes of
extraction/production, behavior of the material, damages and repair, structural defects
and repairs, quantities and estimation, specifications; Impacts of change on the
ecological and well as human habitat.
4. Construction, Structure and Infrastructure: Behavior of basic structural elements and
structural systems adopted in old structures of historic, archeological and architectural
importance; Defects and deterioration, repairs and rehabilitation, Infrastructural up
gradations in historic areas, sustainable mobility, innovations in development.
Course Outcomes:
1. Course acquaint the students with notions of cultural and natural ecology, and their
synthesis into formation of legible cultural landscapes.
2. The course will also equip the students to address concerns for protection of the natural
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 multidisciplinary planning processes.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Architectural Conservation
2. Introduction to sessional Programme
3. Discussions with roadmap on internal assignment and work carried during whole
semester
4. Classroom lectures on Stimulating, well structured, interactive lecture courses with
presentations and discussions to familiarize students with core concepts.
5. Classroom lectures on techniques and methods of heritage conservation necessary for
developing professional skills.
6. Special lecture series with focus on case studies and best practices to highlight real-
world challenges and innovative, realistic conservation interventions in both the Indian
and the International context
7. Special lecture series intended to sensitise students and develop capacity for assessment
of outcomes and evaluation of best practices as well as failures.
8. Studios work on site based guided, ‘immersive’ studio exercises, with specialist inputs to
9. Reviews and expert inputs
10. Developing the skills for documentation, analysis and holistic understanding of
complexities of heritage buildings, sites, settlements and landscapes
11. Reviews and expert inputs
12. Reviews and expert inputs on development of sustainable conservation interventions
and management frameworks.
13. Supplement classroom lectures and relate theory and research with practices and
existing situation on the ground
14. Field visits ‘on site’, and understanding from historic sites
15. Identification ofchallenges from archaeological areas and living traditional environments,
16. Interpretation ofcomplexities and challenges of conservation with solutions/ Proposals
17. Classroom discussions with case studies
18. Laboratory related interpretation from supplement class room lectures for better
scientific understanding of historic building systems.
19. Reviews on Assignments/Self-study/Guided tutorials: Linked with classroom courses,
supervised and guided by faculty and external specialists.
20. Reviews and submissions with expert inputs
Book References:
1. Stubbs J., “Time Honored: A Global View of Architectural Conservation”, Wiley, Edition
01 2009
2. Orbasli, A., “Architectural Conservation: Principles and Practice”, Wiley Blackwell, Edition
1 2007
3. Jokilehto, J., “History of Architectural Conservation (CONSERVATION AND MUSEOLOGY)
”, Routledge, edition 01 2002
4. Cohen, N., “Urban Conservation”, MIT Press
Web References:
1. WEB REFERENCES
2. SWAYAM
3. MOOCS
4. NPTEL
5. Open access from university Libraries
Elective 3 (THEORY)
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Name of Course: Hospital Systems and Services
Course Code: ARC 327
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Expose students to modern hospital planning techniques, including design, planning and
implementation
2. Focuses on hospital infra & extra structure and departments in health care and public
health organizations.
3. Individuals who complete the Hospital Systems and Services will have knowledge of
hospital planning & administration
4. Learn how to develop, implement, and evaluate a strategic plan for a healthcare facility
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to hospital in the health system – definitions – hospital and medical care
institutions – types and functions – medical care. History and development of hospitals –
hospitals as an organization – hospital as part of social system - its role in primary health
care to achieve health for all beyond. Planning – Measuring the community needs –
Services required – Services available external – Internal factors.
2. Role of architects – requirement – Preliminary sketches – Final sketches – Models –
Working drawings – Specifications – Cost estimates – Construction problems – Control
modifications – Buildings, rules and bye laws.
3. Site examinations – Physical environment – Expansion possibilities – Utilities – Water –
Electricity – Sewer lines – Telephones – Transportation – Permits – License. Hospital
building – external – Internal arrangements – Architectural aspects – Residential
accommodation.
4. Role of administrator in building a hospital – Physical planning of departments – OP- IP –
Laboratory – dietary – Laundry – MRD – Nursing _ Operation theatre – Emergency services
– Blood bank – Intensive care units.
5. Equipment requirements – Built in equipment – Locally available – Expandable Planning
and management of support services CSSD – MRD – Clinical Laboratories-Laundry –
Radiological services- Security services – Medical records- Transportation services – Front
office – Guest relations – Ambulatory care – Medical gas supply services – Hospital stores-
Mortuary – Kitchen services – Dietary – Hospital Sanitation – Pollution – Waste disposal –
Control of insects and rodents – Housekeeping – Safety and hygiene – Energy conservation
–Water conservation.
6. Maintenance – Types –Policy organization for maintenance – Electrical –Civil – Medical
and hospital associated equipment.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Define planning for growth and change
2. Apply hospital engineering
3. Explicate considerations based on requirements
4. Enlist the plans for hospitals
5. Undertake planning a hospital
6. Identify site for the hospital
Lecture Schedule:
1. What is health and wellness?
2. Human Settlements and healthcare facilities - Evolution
3. Healthcare Delivery Systems. Healthcare Matrix: The role of a hospital
4. Planning Principles. Site Selection for Hospital. Project Feasibility & Viability Analysis.
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 5. Introduction to Standards. Indian Healthcare and Hospital Standards
6. Laws Applicable to Medical Practice & Hospitals in India
7. How to read and Interpret a technical drawing; P.P.R/D.P.R.; Architect’s Design Brief;
Project Manuals; Facility Management Manuals
8. Site Planning Principles for Hospitals including orientation of buildings, terrain,
climatological considerations etc.
9. Master-Planning of Hospitals with respect to Urban Design and Landscaping with Case
Study
10. REVIEW Assessment
1. Site Selection, SWOT Analysis Study
2. Preparing Project Report
3. Creating Master plan
11. Introduction to Architecture Design; Balancing Form and Function; Components of a
Hospital
12. Introduction to Evidence Based Healthcare Design - Accident & Emergency
13. Introduction to and design consideration of OPD
14. Introduction to and design consideration of IPD
15. Diagnosis
16. Introduction to and design consideration of ICU
17. Introduction to and design consideration of OT Complex
18. Introduction to and design consideration of Hospital Labs
19. Introduction to and design consideration of Administrative Department
20. Introduction to and design consideration of Laundry
21. Introduction to and design consideration of Mortuary
22. Interrelationship between Classrooms and Clinics
23. Dietary Department
24. Introduction to and design consideration of Blood Bank
25. Inter-Departmental relationship in a hospital. Balancing Factors
26. Design considerations for Health Sub-centres, Primary Health Centres, Community Health
Centres, District Hospitals
27. Design of AYUSH Hospitals: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy
28. Air Ambulance Services, Green Corridors and drone
29. Introduction to the design of Teaching Hospitals
30. Review & Assessment
31. Introduction to Healing Design of Hospitals
32. Accreditation of Hospitals. Indian and International Accreditation Agencies. Green Ratings
33. Safe Hospitals. Hospitals of the Future.
34. Review Assessment: Design of Ward, Design of Critical Care Centre, Physically Challenged
Facilities, Design of a basic Primary Health Centre, and Preparation of the programme
(flowchart) of a basic hospital
35. Allied Units: Special Design Interventions for: Cancer Units - Radiation prevention, Burns
Units -Special Considerations, Eye Hospital
36. NABL and 4 standard of research for Labs. Bio Safety Levels for Lab Design
37. Water Supply, Gas Supply, HVAC and Bio-Medical Waste Disposal
38. BIM Software in Hospital
39. High Infection Centers: Infection Control in a Hospital; SARS, HIV and TB
40. ART Centre, DOTS centre
41. Introduction to Facility Management
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 43. Hospital Construction Management
44. Case Study of AIIMS in India
45. Review, Discussions and Conclusion
Book References:
1. Convert Richard P & Mc Nulty Elizabeth: Management Engineering for Hospitals, Chicago.,
Deegum II & Arthur: Management by Objectives., Maryland, Aspen 1977.
2. Stephen Verderber & Ben J. Refuerzo, 2006, Innovations in Hospital Architecture, Taylor &
Francis
3. Shakti Kumar Gupta, Sunil Kant, R Chandrashekhar and Sidhartha Satpathy, 2007, Modern
Trends in Planning, Designing of Hospitals: Principles and Practices, Jaypee Publication
Web References:
1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKuXcs5B0Kg
2. https://swayam.gov.in/nd2_arp19_ap47/preview
3. https://www.chcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/PDF-
SB1953HospitalConstructionIB.pdf
4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFy5fDR3UvQ

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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B. Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Urban Housing
Course Code: ARC 328
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite: Nil
Course Objectives:
1. Create awareness about importance of housing in Indian context
2. Impart knowledge for designing housing projects
3. Sensitize towards various issues of housing pertaining to affordability
4. Introduce students to various neighborhood planning and design techniques
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Fundamentals of Housing This course aims to look at urban housing from different
perspectives; welfare and economic. Defining characteristics of housing, housing demand
analysis, price functions and housing delivery systems.
2. Housing and human needs, influences on housing. Housing as an integral part of urban
development. Study of transition from traditional to contemporary pattern of Housing in
India.
3. Housing for Urban Poor, Problems and issues of housing. National Housing Policy 2007,
various programmes run by States, role of various agencies in housing like HUDCO, CIDCO,
State Housing Boards, etc.
4. Study of housing concepts: Mass housing, Low cost housing, Self-help housing, Co-
operative housing etc.
5. Housing based on- income groups, density patterns and arrangement of units, temporary
housing for post disaster mitigation, rehabilitation housing, Slum up gradation, etc. Space
standards for housing schemes, Design concepts with reference to socio-economic factors
and community planning considerations for residential layouts. Sense of- community,
safety & security, belongingness, concept of neighborhood and community living.
6. Case study of various contemporary housing projects Concept of density standards and
relationship of built and un-built in housing layouts, concept of FSI Design concepts for
cost reduction, use of prefabrication, modular co- ordination and pre-stressed
components etc.
7. Alternate technologies for housing, understanding of site planning of housing schemes and
basic infrastructure and amenities at layout level.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Development of understanding towards housing design and the intricacies involved in it
2. Apply knowledge about local housing market, policy making, planning, etc.
3. Develop housing strategy at city level and housing project development
4. Design urban housing projects along with its formulation and monitoring
5. Demonstrate knowledge related to urban habitat, housing domain and techniques
required to analyze and apply solutions to urban housing related problems
Lecture Schedule:
1. Fundamentals of Housing
2. Urban housing from different perspectives; welfare and economic
3. Characteristics of housing
4. Housing demand analysis, price functions
5. Housing delivery systems
6. Housing and human needs, influences on housing
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 8. Study of transition from traditional to contemporary pattern of Housing in India
9. Housing policy in India and developing countries and aspects of informal housing
10. Housing and Community Development
11. Case Study, Discussions and Unit Conclusion
12. Housing Programme and Project Development
13. Evaluation of Housing shortage
14. Housing for Urban Poor, Problems and issues of housing
15. Programmes housing run by States
16. Role of various agencies in housing like HUDCO, CIDCO, State Housing Boards, etc.
17. Housing finance
18. Approaches to Affordable Shelter Housing shortage, especially for low income groups
19. Approaches to slum development through minimal intervention and collaborative
approach
20. Case Study of various projects implemented under RAY
21. Midterm Evaluation
22. Low-income housing provision and their typologies
23. City level housing strategy
24. Study of housing concepts: Mass housing, Low cost housing
25. Self-help housing, Co-operative housing etc.
26. Housing based on- income groups, density patterns and arrangement of units
27. Concept of density standards and relationship of built and un-built in housing layouts
28. Alternate technologies for housing, understanding of site planning of housing schemes
29. Temporary housing for post disaster mitigation, rehabilitation housing etc.
30. Space standards for housing schemes
31. Design concepts with reference to socio-economic factors
32. Community planning considerations for residential layouts
33. Sense of community, safety, belongingness, concept of neighborhood & community
34. Basic infrastructure and amenities at layout level
35. Case study of various contemporary housing projects
36. Concept of FSI Design concepts for cost reduction
37. Use of prefabrication, modular co- ordination and pre-stressed components etc.
38. Case Studies of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna (PMAY) Urban
39. Investment scope in Urban Housing in India
40. Introduction to PPP in Urban Housing
41. Comparison of Housing Policies and Programs of various states in India
42. Case Studies of Affordable housing Scheme of Madhya Pradesh with other states
43. Introduction to Housing finance institutions
44. Group Discussion on cross subsidy prevalent in urban housing in India
45. Final Conclusion, Feedback and Evaluation
Book References:
1. Goethert, Reinhard, Tools for the Basic Design and Evaluation of Physical Components in
New Urban Settlements.
2. Leuris (S), Front to back: “A Design Agenda for Urban Housing”, Architectural Press, 2006.
3. Richard Kintermann and Robert small, “Site planning for Cluster Housing”, Van Nastrand
Reinhold company, Jondon/New York 1977.
4. Mohanty. L.N.P., Mohanty. S, “Slum in India” APH Publications., 2005
Web References:
1. http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/116811468774964940/Urban-housing-in-
India

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 2. Das, S. K., Urban Coherence and Housing Strategies Design Ideas in Practice in India.
Methods of Estimating Housing Needs, United Nations No. 67 XVII 15.
3. https://www.orfonline.org/research/housing-poverty-in-urban-india-the-failures-of-past-
and-current-strategies-and-the-need-for-a-new-blueprint-48665/
4. https://www.india.gov.in/topics/housing/urban-housing

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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Ekistics
Course Code: ARC 329
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To develop an understanding of evolution of settlement planning.
2. To study role and contribution of the planners towards contemporary town planning.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of meaning and scope in relation to town planning and architecture. Study of
evolution of settlement patterns and their principles from early to modern periods of
history; Study of changing form and pattern of human settlements in ancient, medieval,
colonial and modern India.
2. Role and contribution of the pioneers towards contemporary town planning thought -
Patrick Geddes, Patric Abercrombie, Daniel Burnham, Soria Y Mata, Frederick Olmstead,
Ebenezer Howard, Clarence Perry, Clearance stein, CA Doxiadis, Le Corbusier, Frank Lloyd
Wright.
3. Introduction to urbanization, globalization and its impact on cities, SEZs, emergence of
new forms of developments, self-sustained communities, transit development and
integrated townships. Scope and Content of Master plan, planning area, land use plan
and Zoning regulations, Study need of zonal plan linkage to master plan and land use
plan, planned unit development (PUD), applicability and development regulations.
4. Definition and explanation of the concepts of density, FAR, land use and zoning. Study
urban renewal plan, redevelopment, rehabilitation and conservation. Study of
emergence of the metropolitan phenomenon; planning problems of cities and solutions,
rural –urban dynamics, rural and regional systems. Case studies of projects like JNNURM,
RAY, etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Distinct understanding of regulated urban development in cities.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Rural Planning
Course Code: ARC 330
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the importance of rural development in the national perspective. Exposure
to various Poicies, Programs and schemes. Potential and challenges of rural India.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction: Scope and overview of rural development; Historical perspective - Rural
Development Programmes in India, Problem/perception and identification. Policies and
Schemes for rural development. Review of Rural Development Programmes in agriculture
and social sectors. Structure of Backward society and Agricultural Society.
2. Urban- Rural dynamics: Economic inequality and rural poverty – measurement, Rurban
concepts, Per-Urbanisation, Strategies of Rural Development – growth oriented strategy,
Welfare strategy ,Responsive strategy, Holistic strategy,right-based strategy.
3. Rural services: Rural Infrastructure Development Schemes, Service Delivery System in Rural
areas, Rural Infrastructural Sector ,Rural Housing Programmes , Appropriate Technologies in
Rural Housing., Understand rural institutions andOrganizations-rural banks, co-operatives, ,
micro-finance, self-help groups and rural credit access. Relevant case studies.
4. Rural governance: Rural Governance past and present, Panchayet Raj– its evolutation,
Institutions of Rural India- its structure and function. legislative and other elected bodies,
Transition from rural development administration to rural development management,
Participatory development management.
5. Sustainable Rural Development: Recent models of rural development programmes. PURA
models Result based monitoring system (RBM/PIME). Relevant Sustainable Development
goals and international commitments. Relevant case studies.
Course Outcomes:
1. Through this course student will understand rural development in all its dimensions.
Dynamism between Urban and Rural development.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction: Scope and overview of rural development; Historical perspective.
2. Rural Development Programmes in India, Problem/perception and identification
3. Policies and Schemes for rural development. Case studies, Review of Rural Development
Programmes in agriculture and social sectors. Structure of Backward society and
Agricultural Society
4. Urban- Rural dynamics:, Economic inequality and rural poverty – measurement,
5. Case studies, Mini Test
6. Rurban concepts, Per-Urbanisation
7. Strategies of Rural Development – growth oriented strategy, Welfare strategy , Responsive
strategy, Holistic strategy,right-based strategy
8. Rural services: Rural Infrastructure Development Schemes, Service Delivery System in Rural
areas , Rural Infrastructural Sector ,Rural Housing Programmes , Appropriate Technologies
in Rural Housing
9. Understand rural institutions andOrganizations-rural banks, co-operatives, , micro-finance,
self help groups and rural credit access. Relevant case studies
10. Rural governance: Rural Governance past and present, Panchayet Raj– its evolutation,
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 11. Transition from rural development administration to rural development management,
Participatory development management.
12. Case studies Mid Semester Assessment
13. Case studies
14. Sustainable Rural Development: Recent models of rural development programmes. PURA
models Result based monitoring system (RBM/PIME).
15. Relevant Sustainable Development goals and international commitments
16. End Term Assesssment
Book References:
1. Introduction to Rural Planning: Economies, Communities and Landscapes (Natural and Built
Environment Series) Nick Gallent et. al.
2. Rural Planning and Development (Critical Concepts in Built Environment) 1st Edition: editor
Nick Gallent and Mark Scott
Web References:
1. https://www.researchgate.net/
publication/311276491_Ruralism_The_Future_of_Villages_and_Small_Towns_in_an_Urban
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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Real Estate Development
Course Code: ARC 331
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand land as a scarce and valuable resource, exposure to real-estate development
process and awareness of the various instruments available to develop a property.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of fundamental concepts of real estate development process, real-estate properties,
developers, and the role of other professions.
2. Modeling sequential events in real estate development process - site evaluation, land
procurement, development team assembly and market study.
3. Study of basis of cash flow, basic calculations for time value of money in real estate,
calculation for direct capitalization, calculations for discounted cash flow, mortgage basics
(mortgage calculations and decisions).
4. Process of identification of a project, getting the financing - sources of commercial equity
and debt, social and community desirability – how it will work, financial feasibility, approval
procedures, the entitlement process, collaborating, public-private partnerships and the
expanding role of local governments.
5. Understanding aspects like finalizing a deal, legal commitments and obligations,
construction, work management, and making it worthwhile creating value.
6. Various types of real-estate properties such as multi-family, student housing, affordable
housing, senior housing, mixed use, transport oriented development, smart growth, brown
field development, etc., In house sales promotion, franchisee system, joint venture and
sharing issues, procedure and laws relating to transfer of completed project.
Course Outcomes:
1. Broadening of knowledge base and pragmatic understanding of real estate properties and
process of urban development.
2. Exposure to market forces and real life situation to become to become competitive in
profession.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject
2. Land, Real estate and Real property
3. Importance of Real Estate as a financial product
4. Classification of property, characteristics of different property types
5. Real Estate Development and Real Estate Management
6. Macro Level Socio-Economic Issues and Increasing Property Assets
7. Fundamental concepts of real estate development process
8. Discussion on Real Estate developers, and the role of other professions
9. Public Sector, Private Sector Role
10. Discussion on Modeling sequential events in real estate development process
11. Site evaluation, Land procurement
12. Development team assembly and Market study
13. Real Estate Development Matrix; A Multi-Disciplinary Project
14. Cont..
15. Cont..
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 17. Study of basis of cash flow
18. basic calculations for time value of money in real estate
19. calculation for direct capitalization
20. Tutorial for direct capitalization
21. calculations for discounted cash flow
22. Tutorial for discounted cash flow
23. Mortgage basics (mortgage calculations and decisions)
24. Tutorial for mortgage calculations
25. Process of identification of a project, getting the financing - sources of commercial equity/
debt
26. Social and community desirability – how it will work
27. Financial feasibility
28. Approval procedures, the entitlement process
29. Collaborating, public-private partnerships and the expanding role of local governments
30. Understanding aspects like finalizing a deal
31. Legal commitments and obligations
32. Construction, work management, and making it worthwhile creating value
33. Types of real-estate properties; Multi-family, Student housing, Senior housing
34. Affordable housing, Mixed use, Transport oriented development
35. Smart growth, Brown field development
36. In house sales promotion
37. Franchisee system, joint venture and sharing issues
38. Procedure and laws relating to transfer of completed project.
39. Concepts of Valuation
40. Cont..
41. Arbitration in Real Estate Development
42. Cont..
43. Real Estate Development Report
44. Cont..
45. Discussion on documents studied and reviewed by students as assignment
Book References:
1. The Real Estate Developer's Handbook: How to Set Up, Operate, and Manage a Financially
Successful Real Estate Development by Tanya Davis
2. Real Estate Development: Principles and Process by Mike E. Miles
3. Real Estate Development Matrix by Daniel B Kohlhepp, Kimberly J. Kohlhepp
Web References:
1. http://morris.marginalq.com/GREM_RE720_MoreFiles/Urban%20Econ%20Graaskamp%20
ULI.PDF
2. https://www.ccimef.org/pdf/2012-299.The-Real-Estate-Development-Matrix.4-21-12.pdf
3. https://scholarship.sha.cornell.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1045&context=crer
4. https://realestatedevelopmentmatrix.com/

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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Architectural pedagogy
Course Code: ARC 332
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To make students understand architectural pedagogy as a subject helpful for them in
teaching profession.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Planning of teaching lessons for Core Subjects such as Architecture Design, Building
Construction, Architectural Drawing, etc. Planning of teaching lessons for Allied subjects
such as Building Services, Structures, etc. and associated subjects such as Humanities,
Management, Psychology, History, Fine Arts, etc. Planning of assessment methods - need
& importance, defining goals and objectives for Assessment, planning and stages of
assessment program.
2. Making the weight age in total programs. Motivation and moral boosting its meaning &
definition, need & importance. Introduction to Instructional Methodology its meaning,
definition, need and importance of instructional methodology.
3. Instruction and Learning including psychology of instruction, instructional theories such
as Gagne, Instructional Models. Instructional Methods and techniques on Lecture
Method, Demonstration Method, Case Study method, Project Method, Programmed
Instruction / Learning, Studio method
4. Instructional techniques- seminar, symposium, tutorial, conference etc. Instructional
Media it’s Meaning, need and importance, Non-Projected media, Projected Media,
Computer- Based Multimedia.
Course Outcomes:
1. Get appreciate the special needs for improving architectural education.
2. Prepare effective lectures/demonstrations for various architectural topics and develop
systems for their evaluation.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Research Methodologies
Course Code: ARC 333
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To appreciate the process of research
2. To make the students aware of potential of research in the field of architecture
3. To present the systematic process of architectural research
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Basic Research
2. Introduction to Applied Research
3. Scientific Research Method
4. Study methods of conducting research
5. Selection of topics and its relevance
6. Identification and formulation of problem
7. Compiling and analyzing existing research database
8. Research design, research instruments, analysis and presentation of results
9. Study evaluation of findings, conclusions and recommendation
10. Understand techniques of research – report writing
Course Outcomes:Students should be able to
1. Conduct research process as effective tool of study.
2. Conduct formulation of idea, data collection, analysis, synthesis and derive to conclusion.
3. Produce report by culminating the research as documented academic resource.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Basic Research
2. Study Basic and Applied Research
3. Introduction to Architectural Research
4. Study Research in Architecture
5. Nature, Purpose and Scope of Architectural Research
6. Technical and Behavioral Aspects of Oriented Research
7. Science and Scientific Method
8. Various Steps in Scientific Method
9. Hypothesis
10. Methods of Conducting Research
11. Introduction to Assignment
12. Selection of Topics And Its Relevance
13. Assignment Progress
14. Identification of Problem
15. Assignment Progress
16. Formulation of Problem
17. Assignment Progress
18. Compiling Existing Research Database
19. Assignment Progress
20. Analyzing Existing Research Database
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 23. Research Instruments
24. Data Collection
25. Assignment Progress
26. Data Analysis
27. Assignment Progress
28. Presentation of Results
29. Assignment Progress
30. Conclusion
31. Assignment Progress
32. Implications With Special Reference To Architectural Research
33. Evaluation Of Findings
34. Evaluation Of Conclusions
35. Evaluation Of Recommendations
36. Assignment Evaluation
37. Report Writing
38. Assignment Submission
Book References:
1. Architectural Research Methods - David Wang and Linda Groat
Web References:
1. https://issuu.com/ymahgoub/docs/lecture1-research_methods_in_archit
2. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/226862953_Architectural_Research_Methods

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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Architectural Journalism
Course Code: ARC 334
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce the skills relevant to the professional journalism and enhance writing skills
andarchitectural critique.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of journalism – nature, objectives, scope with emphasis on architectural
journalism,research, reporting, writing, editing, photography. Writing and composing
styles for mass communication
2. Photojournalism and the contributions of photography to the professional practice
ofarchitecture. Understanding the individual demands in the context of print, mass and
online media
3. Documentation of environment, social change. Interviewing techniques,argument and
debate technique in the investigation of social problems. Evidence, proof,refutation,
persuasion and training in argumentative speaking. Regional, national andinternational
discussion forums.
4. Presentation standards and guidelines for documentation; to understand issues such as
copyright, public arts andcode of ethics, basic knowledgeon press laws, Press Council of
India,
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Write and communicate architectural issues of interest.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Environmental codes and energy ratings
Course Code: ARC 335
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand emerging discourse on sustainability by study of UN frame work
convention of climate change, Kyoto protocol, Earth Summit, national policies on
sustainable and energy efficient development.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Policy guidelines of sustainable architecture, mandatory requirements, the Energy
Conservation Act 2001(52 of 2001) its legal framework, institutional arrangement and a
regulatory mechanism at the Central and State level to embark upon energy efficiency
drive in the country.
2. Study of guidelines of ECBC, The Indian Green Building Council and LEED, The Energy and
Research Institute (TERI) and the GRIHA System. The Energy Conservation (Amendment)
Act, 2010 - main amendments, energy efficiency measures as standard and labeling
program, demand side management.
3. Various government-led initiatives such as Bachat Lamp Yojana (BLY), Strengthening
Institutional Capacity of State Designated Agencies (SDAs), State Energy Conservation
Fund (SECF), Energy Efficiency in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and designated
consumers, professional certification and accreditation, School Education Program, Indo-
German Energy Efficiency Project, Energy Conservation Awards National mission for
Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE), Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT), Market
Transformation for Energy Efficiency (MTEE), Energy Efficiency Financing Platform (EEFP),
Framework for Energy Efficient Economic Development (FEEED), Partial Risk Guarantee
Fund (PRGF), Venture Capital Fund for Energy Efficiency (VCFEE).
4. The Environment (protection) Act 1986, rules to regulate environment pollution and
Prevention, control and abatement of environmental pollution and institutional
mechanism.
Course Outcomes:
1. Broad understanding of environmental and energy regulations and its impact on
efficient built forms.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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 Elective 3 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Cultural expressions in Architecture
Course Code: ARC 336
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To impart knowledge about the various theories in design and to understand the various
design processes and practices that have developed and apply in the process of
architectural design.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Understanding of design, nature of good design and evaluation of design, types of design
classifications, role of designer. Historical overview of theories of design, design as a
profession.
2. Design process, stages in the design process, different considerations, and different ideas
of design methodology. Different approaches to design, problem solving or intuitive,
formulation of problems, nature of creative design problems, goals in design.
3. Understand creativity, imagination, etc. Theories on thinking such as convergent and
divergent thinking, lateral and vertical thinking, creative techniques like checklists,
brainstorming, syntactic, etc. Design puzzles and traps, blocks in creative thinking.
4. Various approaches to generate ideas for architectural design like types of concepts,
personal philosophies and strategies of design, channels that encourage creativity in
architecture.
Course Outcomes:
1. Development of understanding of various theories of design and formulation of
approaches to generate conceptualization of ideas and creativity in architecture.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Animation
Course Code: ARC 341
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To familiarize the students with various approaches, methods and techniques of
Animation Technology.
2. To develop competencies and skills needed for becoming an effective animator,
mastering traditional & digital tools to produce stills and moving images.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study applying laws of human motion and psychology in 2-D or 3-D characters.
Understand programming languages, algorithm and flow charts, define symbols of
flowchart, (Examples- HTML editing & viewing HTML files).
2. Overview of terms used, types, skills, basic principles, drawing tools, rapid sketching &
drawing and developing animation character. Study of anatomy & body language.
3. Introduction to equipment required for animation and developing
the characters with computer animation. Use 2D and 3D virtual drawing for animation,
sequential movement drawing, Skills required for an animation artist (draw gestures,
Basic proportions, rotation in arcs, key lines, perspective, mannequin, volume
construction, balance, muscles, light & shape and action, hands & legs, foreshortening
and facial expressions).
4. Introduction pose sketching (action analysis), acting, modeling, sketching from acting and
sketching from live models. Introduction to rapid sketching techniques, sketching from
memory, live action. Digital editing and motion graphics, visual effects and V.F.X.-I.
Exercise on suitable software.
Course Outcomes:
1. Be able to use digital tools representing design ideas.
2. Prepare animated presentations.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:
1. V.K. Jain, Multimedia and Animation
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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Product Design
Course Code: ARC 342
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To develop an understanding of the methods and techniques involved in furniture and
product design with focus on integration of the marketing, design, and manufacturing
process.
2. Awareness of tools and methods for product design and ability to coordinate multiple,
interdisciplinary tasks in order to achieve a common objective.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Brief introduction to product designing and its various elements.
2. History of product design, role of product designers.
3. Introduction to applied anthropometry, human activities, their nature and application of
human factors data.
4. Understanding of product development cycle and phases. Information input and
processing.
5. To understand the visual display, process of seeing, visual discrimination, quantitative
and qualitative visual display, Alphanumeric and related displays, Visual codes and
symbols. To understand form, color, symbols, user specific criteria, material, technology,
recyclability and packaging. Multiple utility oriented approach to product design.
6. Design of household elements kitchen racks, cabinets, furniture like chairs/computer
table, etc. To design industrial products- watch, automobile headlights etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Ability to comprehend human dimensions and body movement, user needs and activities
to arrive at a usable product.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to product designing
2. Elements of product designing
3. History of product design
4. Role of product designers
5. Introduction to ergonomics and its application. Definition of three major areas: Physical
ergonomics, Cognitive ergonomics and Environmental ergonomics
6. Exercise on Ergonomics
7. Exercise on Ergonomics
8. Anthropometry and its relation to product designing
9. Exercise on Anthropometry
10. Exercise on Anthropometry
11. Understanding user needs and activity, sociology and psychology
12. Exercise and research on user activity and needs
13. Exercise and research on user activity and needs
14. Overview of semantics, bionics, ethnography etc in designing
15. Environmental concerns
16. Creativity and Ideation
17. Introduction of ‘Form Language’ (Colour theory, texture, material)
18. Form development processes
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 different medium. Representation drawings like, Isometric, perspective and exploded
views. Generation of quick renderings, concept renderings and detailed renderings
drawings.
20. Three dimensional representations: Model Making. Material exploration and
development of models through different techniques
21. Materials studies. Different types of materials and their properties
22. Exercise on new materials in market
23. Manufacturing techniques – fabricating, rapid prototyping, moulding, forming etc
24. Exercise on manufacturing techniques
25. Marketing – patent, design rights, branding, product service systems, liabilities etc.
Understanding of market trends.
26. Product feasibility, performance and range
27. Regulations and legislation – ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) etc.
28. Exercise - Design of household elements
29. Exercise - Design of household elements
30. Exercise - Design of household elements
31. Physical model making
32. Exercise - Design industrial products
33. Exercise - Design industrial products
34. Exercise - Design industrial products
35. Physical model making
Book References:
1. The Fundamentals of Product Design – Richard Morris
2. The Elements of User Experience: User-Centred Design for the Web by Jesse James
3. Debkumar Chakrabarti, Indian Anthropometric Dimensions (For Ergonomic Design
Practice)
4. W.E. Woodson, Human Factor Design Handbook, McGraw Hill, New York, 1981
5. Bridger, RS: Introduction to Ergonomics, 2nd Edition, Taylor & Francis, 2003.
6. Krippendorff, Klaus, & Butter , Reinhart. “Product semantics: Exploring the symbolic
qualities of form,” Innovation: 3.2 (1984): 4-9
7. Krippendorff, Klaus. The Semantic Turn: A New Foundation for Design. Boca Raton: CRC
Press, 2006.
8. Ideation: An AVA Book, AVA publishing SA
9. John Berger, Ways of seeing
10. Koos Eissen and Roselien Steur , (2011) Sketching: The Basics
11. Koos Eissen and Roselien Steur , (2014) Sketching - product design presentation
12. Scott Robertson and Thomas Bertling, (2014) How to Render: the fundamentals of light,
shadow and reflectivity
13. Bjarki Hallgrimsson, (2012) Prototyping and Modelmaking for Product Design
14. Chris Lefteri (2007) Making it: manufacturing techniques for product design, Laurence
King Publishing
15. Ashby, M.F. (1992), Materials selection in Mechanical Design, Pergamon press
16. Hudson, Jennifer (2008), Process: 50 product designs from concept to manufacture
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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Building codes and byelaws
Course Code: ARC 343
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To provide students insight of building codes and norms, their need and nature of
building codes, standards and regulations.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Overview of basic terminologies, nature and scope of building codes in special regions
like heritage zones, environmentally sensitive zones, disaster prone regions, coastal
zones, hilly areas etc.
2. Study of building regulations. Overview of administrative processes for obtaining
building permits at various stages. General land use, building classifications and
permissible uses, norms for exterior and interior open spaces, setbacks and margins,
norms for building projections in open spaces, considerations in FAR, guidelines for open
green areas.
3. Norms for vehicular areas - means of access, norms for access widths for various types of
buildings, requirements of parking spaces, standards for turning radius, access to service
areas.
4. Norms for fire-protection - Overview of fire protection norms for various building
classifications, norms for fire exit ways and building materials, concept of fire zoning,
doorways, stairways, passages and corridors, fire escapes, etc.
5. Norms for building services: Norms for lighting and ventilation, Introduction to basic
terminologies, components of daylight factor, general principles of opening for good
lighting, considerations in artificial lighting, general principles for natural and mechanical
ventilation, overview of norms for acoustical and electrical installations.
6. Requirements for parts of buildings: plinth, habitable rooms, kitchen, wet areas,
mezzanine, store rooms, elevated parts like chimneys, parapets etc, Introduction to local
building byelaws - study of local administrative provisions for obtaining building permits,
architecture control and provision of building services, regulations for super structures,
building height regulations, regulations for multi-storied buildings etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Gauge the importance of building regulations and byelaws in development.
2. Apply these to actual building design.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to building bye laws, objectives, scope, applicability etc
2. Basic terminologies
3. Building codes in heritage zones
4. Building codes in environmentally sensitive zones
5. Building codes in disaster prone regions
6. Building codes in coastal zones
7. Building codes in hilly areas
8. Considerations for universal accessibility
9. Overview of building regulations - NBC
10. Jurisdiction and applicability of the building bye-laws
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 13. Detailed study of regulations – land use, building classifications and permissible uses
14. Detailed study of regulations – norms of exterior and interior, setbacks and margins
15. Detailed study of regulations – building projections in open spaces, considerations in
FAR, guidelines for open green areas.
16. Norms for vehicular areas
17. Contd
18. Contd
19. Norms for fire-protection
20. Contd
21. Contd
22. Norms for building services – basic terminologies
23. Norms for lighting and ventilation
24. Daylight factor
25. Principles of natural lighting, artificial lighting
26. Principles for natural and mechanical ventilation
27. Norms for acoustics
28. Norms for electrical installations
29. Requirements for parts of buildings - plinth, habitable rooms, kitchen, wet areas,
mezzanine, store rooms, elevated parts like chimneys, parapets etc
30. Contd
31. Contd
32. Overview of local (Bhopal) bye laws and regulations
33. Local administrative provisions for obtaining building permits
34. Provision of building services
35. Regulations for super structures
36. Building height regulations
37. Regulations for multi-storied buildings
38. Related assignments
39. Related assignments
40. Related assignments
Book References:
1. National Building code of India 2005
2. MP Bhumi Vikas Niyam 2012
3. Timesaver Standards for Building Types
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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Visual digital art
Course Code: ARC 344
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce video, image and vector editing using editing software.
2. To enable students the creation of interactive patterns by introducing scripting,
synchronization of sound with patterns generated and presentation using voice over.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Experimenting with sequencing, cutting trimming, speed manipulation of movie, filters,
transitions, output settings, saving the output with the help of video editing software.
2. Image editing, text formatting, color overlays, etc. Importing files using standard and
linking options. Using scripts and behaviors, understanding stage, cast and time line,
using cast library.
3. Exercise to import movie file in the editing software and overlap 2D animation film
creation. Synchronize the sound and create a perfect blend of AVI and 2D Animation
film.
Course Outcomes:
1. Development of multimedia communication skills.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Furniture design
Course Code: ARC 345
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce the basics of furniture designing so that they can explore it as an option for
specialization at post graduate level. The subject will expose the students to all aspects of
furniture design.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Development of furniture through history.
2. Understanding of ergonomics and anthropometry for different types of furniture units
through critical and analytical studies.
3. Design approach for furniture layout within an activity space.
4. Understand materials used in furniture, like wood, processed wood, steel, glass, etc., and
how to work on them. Hybrid furniture where two or more materials are used for
structure/covering/finishing etc.
5. Important considerations for designing of furniture including selection of
material/finish/cost etc. mass production of furniture, modular/ pack-able, easy to
transport furniture, built-in furniture, multi-functional furniture, accessories/gadgetry in
furniture design.
6. Hands on working on selected furniture design, including study of miniature models for
their ergonomics, structure, assembly, finishing and aesthetics.
7. Fabrication of prototype for various assignments.
8. The subject is a workshop based subject with hands on working as an integral part of
learning.
Course Outcomes:
1. To be able to appreciate the design skills required for a specialization in furniture design.
2. Understand importance of furniture design in interior of a space.
Lecture Schedule:
1. History of furniture
2. Understanding of ergonomics and anthropometry for different types of furniture units.
3. Wood as material for furniture; natural wood and processed wood, structure, properties,
joinery, machines and tools, hardware and adhesives, finishes, etc.
4. Steel as material for furniture; properties, welding and joinery, machines and tools,
hardware and, finishes, etc.
5. Design strategies for different types of furniture like seating, storage, display, tables, etc.
6. Design strategies for interiors of an activity area and importance of appropriate furniture
for an activity in the available space.
7. Finishing type and their raw materials, decorative hardware for furniture in different base
materials.
8. Essentials of mass production in furniture
Book References:
1. Time Savers Standards for Architectural Design
2. Time Savers Standards for Interior Design and Space Planning
3. Neuferts Architects’ Data
4. Illustrated Cabinetmaking: How to Design and Construct Furniture That Works, Bill Hylton
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 6. The Art of Welding, W. A. Vause
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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Entrepreneurship Skills for Architects
Course Code: ARC 346
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce set up for business as an architect.
2. To develop the creative and leadership skills for the same and to develop the confidence
and skills in preparing business plans and to propose and sell ideas to potential clients and
investors.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship: Meaning of entrepreneur, concept of entrepreneurship,
the history of entrepreneurship development, role of entrepreneurship in economic
development, agencies in entrepreneurship management and future of entrepreneurship.
The skills required to be an entrepreneur, the entrepreneurial decision process, and role
models, mentors and support system.
2. Entrepreneur Skills: Leadership skills, creativity, self-motivation, administration, time
management, marketing, finance management, people skills and starting a business.
Understanding of future oriented decision-making principles to increase the organization’s
innovative and competitive qualities, re-definition of problems, user experience, rapid
prototyping, multidisciplinary entrepreneurship skills, and risk-taking financial, social and
environmental risks. Understanding of job procurement, cash flow, costing, risk assessment
and employee management.
3. Business and Finance: Business ideas, methods of generating ideas, and opportunity
recognition. Meaning and significance of a business plan, components of a business plan,
and feasibility study. Importance of new venture financing, types of ownership securities,
venture capital, types of debt securities, determining ideal debt-equity mix, and financial
institutions and banks.
4. Organization Management: Study of industry organizations – private, government, NGO’s.
Design and make presentations on a strategic business model for a design and innovation
challenge in the context of the current design and social situation. Design and develop
business plans and to propose ideas to potential clients and investors. Study of branding,
use of social media, and advertising, public-speaking, and human resource management.
5. Practicing Architecture: Setting up of an office and managing it, billing, accounting;
Relationship with client, employees, associates, consultants, contractors, and supplier.
Presentation, documentation, IT practice, project delivery methods, Supervision for
ensuring compliance of relevant laws by client and contractor, liability of an Architect,
professional indemnity, Consumer Protection Act, Copyright Act.
Course Outcomes:
1. To make an effort to develop personality of the individual as a pragmatic and forceful
professional.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Meaning of entrepreneur, concept of entrepreneurship, the history of entrepreneurship
development
2. Role of entrepreneurship in economic development, agencies in entrepreneurship
management and future of entrepreneurship
3. The skills required to be an entrepreneur, the entrepreneurial decision process, and role
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 4. Leadership skills, creativity, self-motivation, administration, time management, marketing,
finance management, people skills and starting a business
5. Mini Test
6. Understanding of future oriented decision-making principles to increase the organization’s
innovative and competitive qualities, re-definition of problems, user experience, rapid
prototyping, multidisciplinary entrepreneurship skills, and risk-taking financial, social and
environmental risks
7. Understanding of job procurement, cash flow, costing, risk assessment and employee
management
8. Business ideas, methods of generating ideas, and opportunity recognition. Meaning and
significance of a business plan, components of a business plan, and feasibility study
Importance of new venture financing, types of ownership securities, venture capital, types
of debt securities, determining ideal debt-equity mix, and financial institutions and banks
9. Mid Semester Assessment
10. Study of industry organizations – private, government, NGO’s. Design and make
presentations on a strategic business model for a design and innovation challenge in the
context of the current design and social situation
11. Design and develop business plans and to propose ideas to potential clients and investors
12. Study of branding, use of social media, and advertising, public-speaking, and human
resource management
13. Understanding office setup and its management, billing, accounting; Relationship with
client, employees, associates, consultants, contractors, and supplier
14. Presentation, documentation, IT practice, project delivery methods, Supervision for
ensuring compliance of relevant laws by client and contractor, liability of an Architect
15. Professional indemnity, Consumer Protection Act, Copyright Act
16. End Term Assesssment
Book References:
1. Architect and Entrepreneur: A Field Guide to Building, Branding, and Marketing Your
Startup Design Business by Eric Reinholdt
2. Letters To A Young Architect by Christopher Benninger
3. The Archipreneur Concept by Tobias Maescher
Web References:
1. https://www.evolvingarchitect.com/blog/architect-entrepreneur
2. https://archicgi.com/blog/architecture/

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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: NGO Administration
Course Code: ARC 347
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To provide an understanding of NGO Administration, develop practical skills.
2. To address real-life problems in a participatory and interactive learning environment to
enhance management capacity.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of concept, functions, roles and establishment of NGO. Issues and Challenges in
NGO Management, development issues, development indicators. Legal procedures for
establishment of NGOs.
2. Overview of Societies Registration Act, Indian Trust Act, Indian Company’s Act, Charitable
endowment Act and FCRA, Memorandum of Association and Bye laws, Tax Reliefs under
various Acts. Study Results-Based Management and Project Cycle Management.
Introduction and concept of Logical Framework analysis, SWOT Analysis.
3. Designing and planning a project, Identifying and analyzing problems. Deciding the
overall strategy, defining the response, strategic planning. Study of NGOs vis-a-vis
development concerns of the community. Become familiar with results-based
Management and learn the basics of project management.
4. Learn about the process of internal assessments. Understand the selection process of
marketing tools for fundraising and different criteria of donor agencies in supporting a
project. Become familiar with the principles of good communication and negotiations
and learn the basics of team work and conflict resolution.
5. The success stories of NGO and other organization - international / national/ regional
level.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understand the working of an NGO.
2. Be able to participate in the working/help in setting up an NGO.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Anthropology and Architecture
Course Code: ARC 348
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the relationship between society and the making of the built environment
and to understand phenomenology and the role of meaning in built form.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study concepts of culture, society, politics and anthropology – relation between society
and built environment. Understand cultural anthropology from the view of architecture.
Architecture as a continuous process for kinship and house societies, perceptions of built
form, conceptions of space, symbolism and technology.
2. Study of conditions of modernity, fragmentation of society, Heidegger and notions of
dwelling, Christian Norberg Schulz and concepts of genius loci. Rapoport and studies on
the meaning of built environment. Study of Joseph Rykwert theories on the idea of
house. Bollnow and the idea of space, Jan Pieper and the notions of sacred space.
3. Understand Meaning of urban studies and urban anthropology, role of cities, urban
ethnography, primary units, major components and units of integration, anthropology
and contemporary urban issues.
4. Case studies of traditional architecture in India to find impact of anthropological studies
on contemporary architecture and design.
Course Outcomes:
1. Broader understanding of correlation between concepts of anthropology on society and
built form.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Computer Programming
Course Code: ARC 349
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To study Basic Computer organization: Processor & amp; Memory Model and
Networking Concepts.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of Programming in ‘C’. Need of Programming Languages, Flowcharts and algorithm
development, data types, constants, variables, declarations, operators and expressions,
operator precedence and associativity, input and output operations, formatting, decision
making, branching and looping, array and character strings, built-in and user-defined
functions, the scope and lifetime of variables, structures and unions, pointers, pointer
arithmetic/expressions, pointers and arrays, pointers and structures, dereferencing file
handling, command line arguments, defining macros, preprocessor directives simple use
of dynamic memory allocation: malloc and calloc functions. Introduction to Networking
Concepts and Internet usage, e-mail, FTP, TELNET, Search Tools, Browsers, HTML
Programming using Visual Editors.
2. Programming preliminaries, some simple program in C, numeric constants and variables,
arithmetic expression, input and output conditional statements, loops, arrays, logical
expressions, functions, character strings enumerated data type and stacks, structures.
3. Development of computer programs for three dimensional representation of simple
architectural objects (C, C++); AutoCAD application in two and three dimensional
architectural drawing, UCS generations, creation of entities, dimensioning. Application of
solids and surfaces; Customization of AutoCAD. Programming in AutoLisp and creation of
architectural library elements; Development of computer programs for design and
analysis of building elements, building environments and site developments (C, C++,
AutoLisp); Application of3D Studio and other 3D-Imaging softwares.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understand the fundamentals of computer programming.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to computer programming in Architecture
2. Study of Programming in ‘C’.
3. Need of Programming Languages
4. Flowcharts and algorithm development
5. Data types, constants, variables, declarations, operators and expressions
6. (Cont.)Data types, constants, variables, declarations, operators and expressions
7. (Cont.)Data types, constants, variables, declarations, operators and expressions
8. Operator precedence and associativity
9. Input and output operations
10. Formatting
11. Decision making
12. Branching and looping
13. Array and character strings
14. Built-in and user-defined functions
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 17. Pointers, pointer arithmetic/expressions, pointers and arrays, pointers and structures
18. (Cont.)Pointers, pointer arithmetic/expressions, pointers and arrays, pointers and
structures
19. (Cont.)Pointers, pointer arithmetic/expressions, pointers and arrays, pointers and
structures
20. Dereferencing file handling
21. Command line arguments
22. Defining macros
23. Pre-processor directives simple use of dynamic memory allocation: malloc and calloc
functions.
24. Introduction to Networking Concepts and Internet usage, e-mail, FTP, TELNET, Search
Tools, Browsers, HTML Programming using Visual Editors.
25. (Cont.)Introduction to Networking Concepts and Internet usage, e-mail, FTP, TELNET,
Search Tools, Browsers, HTML Programming using Visual Editors.
26. Programming preliminaries
27. Some simple program in C
28. Numeric constants and variables, arithmetic expression
29. Input and output conditional statements, loops, arrays, logical expressions
30. (Cont.) Input and output conditional statements, loops, arrays, logical expressions
31. Functions, character strings enumerated data type and stacks, structures.
32. Development of computer programs for three dimensional representation of simple
architectural objects (C, C++);
33. (Cont.) Development of computer programs for three dimensional representation of
simple architectural objects (C, C++);
34. AutoCAD application in two and three dimensional architectural drawing
35. (Cont.) AutoCAD application in two and three dimensional architectural drawing
36. UCS generations
37. Creation of entities
38. Dimensioning
39. Application of solids and surfaces
40. Customization of AutoCAD
41. Programming in AutoLisp and creation of architectural library elements
42. (Cont.) Programming in AutoLisp and creation of architectural library elements
43. Development of computer programs for design and analysis of building elements,
building environments and site developments (C, C++, AutoLisp);
44. (Cont.) Development of computer programs for design and analysis of building elements,
building environments and site developments (C, C++, AutoLisp);
45. Application of3D Studio and other 3D-Imaging softwares
Book References:
1. Brian W. Kernighan and Dennis M. Ritchie, The C Programming Language, Prentice Hall
of India.
2. E. Balaguruswamy, Programming in ANSI C, Tata McGraw-Hill.
3. Byron Gottfried, Schaum's Outline of Programming with C, McGraw-Hill.
4. Seymour Lipschutz, Data Structures, Schaum's Outlines Series, Tata McGraw-Hill.
5. Ellis Horowitz, Satraj Sahni and Susan Anderson-Freed, Fundamentals of Data Structures
in C, W. H. Freeman and Company.
6. R. G. Dromey, How to Solve it by Computer, Prentice-Hall of India.
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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Contemporary building materials
Course Code: ARC 350
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce and to know the categories of new materials currently used in any building
site and also the modern products used in architecture, building and finishing like eco –
friendly, composite, durable, advanced, smart.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study the needs of ultra-performance materials in building design as a substitute for
special performance, thermal/sound/moisture protection, fitting, equipment and
furnishing. The properties of the contemporary materials (multidimensional, repurposed,
recombinant, intelligent, interfacial, etc.).
2. The types of advanced concrete - bendable concrete, light transmitting concrete,
translucent concrete, pervious concrete, eco-cement etc. and types of reinforcement
materials, properties and performance in concrete reinforcement. Aramid fibers, bio-
steel, Carbon / Graphite Fibers and fiber-glass etc.
3. Types, terminology and classification of composite of materials such as particle
reinforced, fiber reinforced and structural boards. Use of composite materials namely
Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs), Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRPs) along with
cement, steel, aluminum, wood, glass for thermal insulation, fire protection,
coating and painting and structural monitoring etc.
4. Introduction to types of Nano-materials such as carbon nano tubes etc. their properties,
performance and application. Nano composite used with cement, steel, wood, glass, for
thermal insulation, fire protection, coating and painting and structural monitoring etc.
Tensile fabric structure by digital printing (translucent fabric, thin-film photo voltaics,
texlon foil, PVC (poly vinyl chloride) coated polyester cloth and PTFE (poly tetra
fluroethlene), etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Building awareness for application of innovative building materials for appropriate
purpose and performance to have efficient buildings.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Industrial building systems
Course Code: ARC 351
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To have basic knowledge about the necessity and techniques of pre-fabricated building
components used for construction, exposure to various types of pre-fabricated systems.
2. To recognize the importance of modular coordination in industrialized building systems.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Feasibility of using industrial building system in different types of
buildings, manufacturing of building components. Technology requirements for
industrial building system and use of industrial building system as an alternative for
disaster mitigation.
2. Understand concept and definition of Modular dimensional discipline. Understand
advantages and limitations of modular principle; components of residential buildings and
precast elements. Understand purpose and need for off-site, on site prefabrication
elements and construction joints with architectural and technical limitations.
3. Introduction to the equipment used, manufacturing processes, transportation of
components assembly and finishing.
4. Structural, social and economic issues related to industrial building system.
Course Outcomes:
1. Conceptualization of large span constructions.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
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 Elective 4 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: IX Year: V
Name of Course: Cad Customization
Course Code: ARC 352
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To utilize the tools within the AutoCAD program, modify the User Interface and enhance
the
operation of the program in specific areas of use.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Understanding of graphic software while learning to configure basic shape files, complex
line types, hatch patterns, along with CAD office configurations and plotting styles.
2. Major Course Topics should include Creating ribbons, creating pull-down, cascading and
cursor menus, Customizing toolbars, Image tile menus, Shapes, Auto Lisp and Visual Lisp,
Creating line types and hatch patterns, Creating programmable dialog boxes, etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Be able to employ the tools available in AutoCAD effectively.
2. Enhance the operation of the software by customizing it.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction and utility of cad customization
2. Understanding Basics of CAD
3. Lab
4. Lab
5. Understanding 3D Basics
6. Lab
7. Lab
8. Customization of line types
9. Lab
10. Lab
11. Customization of Blocks
12. Lab
13. Lab
14. Customization of sheet formats and paper size
15. Lab
16. Lab
17. Customization of text styles
18. Lab
19. Lab
20. Customization of dimension styles
21. Lab
22. Lab
23. Customization layers
24. Lab
25. Lab
26. Understanding shape files
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 29. Understanding complex line types
30. Lab
31. Lab
32. Hatch patterns
33. Lab
34. Lab
35. Creating ribbons
36. Lab
37. Lab
38. Creating pull-down
39. Lab
40. Lab
Book References:
1. Pradeep Jain & A.P. Gautam, Engineering AutoCAD
Web References:
1.

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Hotel planning and services
Course Code: ARC 356
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To develop a comprehensive understanding of the specialized nature of services, and
infrastructure provisions required for a hotels and restaurant design and planning.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of comprehensive and specialized services, amenities and infrastructure provisions
in restaurants and hotels.
2. Study of Building bye laws, rules and code provisions for various Star of hotels and
emerging concepts of smart hotels, etc. Study of spatial- planning for a hotel integrating
all the services such as HVAC, sanitary, waste management, electricity / energy,
surveillance systems, telecommunication, fire safety, parking; and site planning.
3. Introduction to the hospitality industry and how hotel building projects have contributed
in urban developments, raising the economic and the tourism profile of a locality or
region. (Particularly how architecture and design in smaller scale have enhanced interest
for single destinations with relevant case examples).
4. A comprehensive design exercise which would involve design concepts, profitability
considerations, planning /development strategy, regulations, construction and
management, management including operational planning and service.
Course Outcomes:
1. Comprehend how hospitality industry functions.
2. Be able to effectively design a restaurant/hotel.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Valuation and Arbitration
Course Code: ARC 357
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To develop an understanding of real–estate market and how valuation is done for
properties and land in the profession.
2. To develop an understanding of Arbitration and ADRS for resolution of legal disputes in
practice.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study characteristics of value, regarding the building. Factors affecting the value of built up
property.
2. Introduction to Value & Valuation including factors affecting value, supply and demand,
cost of reproduction, valuation tables occupation of value, gild edged security; variables,
the real market and its properties, the various types of investors in the market and their
interests, purposes of valuation.
3. Mathematics of valuation including simple interest, compound interest, present value,
given amount per annum, annual sinking fund, present value of a given amount per annum,
year of purchase in perpetuity, redemption of capital, numerical examples, etc. Methods of
valuation such as land-building basis, development method of valuation, valuation for
rating purpose, valuation for Government taxation, valuation for mortgage, consider
valuables in Town planning, regarding the plots and development.
4. Introduction to Mortgage including mortgage repayment and depreciation mortgage and
mortgager, relation between mortgage and annual repayment, depreciation rates,
numerical examples. Interest rate and life of property, various market interests on capital,
concept of net income, economic life of a building property.
5. Introduction to Rent with various forms of rent, methods of valuation, direct comparison of
capital cost, of land and cost of building, rental methods, development methods, belting.
Arbitration including definition, scope, role of arbitrator, reference, submission, articles of
agreement and award.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understand the concept and methods of valuation.
2. Be able to execute the valuation of small immovable property.
3. Understand the concept of Arbitration and ADRS
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject
2. Importance of Real Estate as a financial product and
3. Valuation as a Profession
4. Purposes of Valuation
5. Valuation for Mortgage/ lease
6. Valuation for Selling/ Purchasing
7. Valuation for Income/Wealth tax
8. Cost, Price and Value
9. Different forms of Value
10. Characteristics of Value
11. Introduction to Methods of Valuation
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 13. Essential Qualities for good Valuer
14. Sinking Fund
15. Exercise based on above
16. Capitalized cost
17. Year’s purchase
18. Exercise based on above
19. Methods of Deprecation
20. Exercise based on above
21. Valuation Tables
22. Numerical on Valuation Tables
23. Fixation of rent for private/government, residential, commercial buildings
24. Tutorial on Rent fixation
25. Detailed methods of Valuation
26. Rental method of Valuation
27. Exercise based on above
28. Land and Building method of Valuation
29. Tutorial on Land and Building method of Valuation
30. Comparative method of Valuation
31. Tutorial on Comparative method of Valuation
32. Valuation for large open lands
33. Tutorial on Valuation for large open lands
34. Valuation Reports
35. Tutorial for Valuation Report
36. Process of enrolment as Valuer
37. Process of becoming registered Government Valuer
38. Duties and responsibilities as registered Government Valuer
39. Concept of Arbitration
40. Introduction to ADRS
41. Cont..
42. Arbitration act-1940 with amendments till date.
43. Cont..
44. Role and qualities of an arbitrator
45. Process of Arbitration
46. Arbitration with reference to competitions, valuation, contract, land disputes and its legal
implications
47. Cont..
48. Discussion on documents studied and reviewed by students as assignment
Book References:
1. Commercial Property Valuation: Methods and Case Studies by Paolo Benedetto
2. Property Valuation by Peter Wyatt
3. Property Valuation: The Five Methods by Douglas Scarrett
4. Introducing Property Valuation by Michael Blackledge
Web References:
1. https://www.thebalancesmb.com/real-estate-mediation-and-arbitration-for-disputes-
2867176
2. https://www.nar.realtor/arbitration-dispute-resolution
3. https://www.pircher.com/media/publication/55_Brown%20-
%20Probate%20and%20Property%20Article.pdf

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B. Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Human Resource Management
Course Code: ARC 358
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite: Nil
Course Objectives:
1. Develop the knowledge, skills and concepts needed to resolve actual human resource
management problems or issues also evaluate the procedures and practices used for
recruiting and selecting suitable employees.
2. Manage the employment relationship, which is a shared responsibility between employers,
management, human resources specialists, and employees.
3. Identify the human resources needs of an organization or department, additionally conduct a
job analysis and produce a job description from the job analysis.
4. Assess training requirements and design a successful orientation and training program.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Need for Human Resources Management
 Human Resources Management-Roles and Responsibilities
 The Changing Role of HRM and Growing Professionalism within the HR Function
 HRM Challenges in the Twenty-First Century
 Legal issues in HRM
2. Matching HR Needs and People
 Job Design
 Job Analysis
 Human Resources Planning
 Understanding a Shifting Labour Market
3. Developing People
 Employee Orientation and Socialization
 Training and Development
 Performance Management
 HR's Role in Setting a Climate for People Development
4. Compensation and Recognition
 Employee Compensation
 Incentives and Rewards
 Employee Benefits and Services
 Trends in Compensation and Benefits
5. Recruitment and Selection
 Recruitment Strategies
 Processes for Selecting the Best Candidate
 Legal Issues Related to Recruitment and Selection
 Online and Social Media Recruitment Tools
6. Developing a Healthy Work Environment and Effective Employee Relations
 Occupational Health and Safety Legislation - Creating a Safe Work Environment
 The Human Rights Code - Establishing a Positive Work Environment
 Managing Employee Separations
 Labour-Management Relations
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Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Apply the principles and techniques as professionals for developing human resources in an
organization
2. Administer and contribute to the design and evaluation of the performance management
program.
3. Develop, implement, and evaluate organizational development strategies aimed at
promoting organizational effectiveness.
4. Present and evaluate communication messages and processes related to the human
resources function of the organization.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Need for Human Resources Management
2. Human Resources Management-Roles and Responsibilities
3. The Changing Role of HRM and Growing Professionalism within the HR Function
4. HRM Challenges in the Twenty-First Century
5. Legal issues in HRM
6. Matching HR Needs and People
7. Job Design
8. Job Analysis
9. Human Resources Planning
10. Understanding a Shifting Labour Market
11. Case Studies on Architectural Market and Labour Force Scenario
12. Mini Test and Preliminary Evaluation
13. Developing People
14. Employee Orientation and Socialization
15. Training and Development
16. Performance Management
17. HR's Role in Setting a Climate for People Development
18. Compensation and Recognition
19. Employee Compensation
20. Incentives and Rewards
21. Employee Benefits and Services
22. Trends in Compensation and Benefits
23. Interim Discussions, Case Studies and Conclusions
24. Mid Term Evaluation
25. Techniques for developing human resources in an organization
26. Recruitment and Selection
27. Recruitment Strategies
28. Processes for Selecting the Best Candidate
29. Legal Issues Related to Recruitment and Selection
30. Online and Social Media Recruitment Tools
31. Case Study of Labour Strikes in India
32. Discussion on best practices in HR Management
33. Group Discussion
34. Developing a Healthy Work Environment and Effective Employee Relations
35. Occupational Health and Safety Legislation - Creating a Safe Work Environment
36. The Human Rights Code - Establishing a Positive Work Environment
37. Design and evaluation of the performance management program
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 40. Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures
41. Carrot and Stick Approach
42. Organizational development strategies and promoting organizational effectiveness
43. Communication messages and processes related to the HR function of the organization
44. Final Conclusions, Discussions
45. Final Evaluation
Book References:
1. Dessler, G., Chhinzer, N., & Gannon, G. (2019). Management of human resources: The
essentials, (5th Cdn ed.) plus MyManagementLab w/ Pearson eText. Toronto, ON: Pearson
Education Canada.
2. Beanchamp Tom L: Ethical Theory and Business, Prentice Hall.
3. Mahesh V S: Thresholds of Motivation, Tata McGraw Hill.
Web References:
1. http://www.whatishumanresource.com/human-resource-management
2. https://www.humanresourcesedu.org/what-is-human-resources/
3. https://hbr.org/1981/09/managing-human-resources
4. https://open.lib.umn.edu/humanresourcemanagement/chapter/1-1-what-is-human-
resources/

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Mass housing design and standards
Course Code: ARC 359
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand mass housing projects of various nature and issues related to design
considerations to understand mass housing project for slum improvement schemes,
transit accommodation for people affected by natural disasters like earthquake,
refugees, etc.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Defining house and housing; Urbanization and housing; Equity and efficiency parameters
of housing; Current issues in housing. Difference between housing need and housing
demand; Understanding housing shortage; Housing demand assessment methods:
definition and limitations; Sources of housing statistics data and their uses (Census, NSSO
etc.); Urban and rural housing statistic; Quantitative and qualitative aspects of housing
2. Housing Development Process Factors affecting residential location; Ecological and
institutional approach to housing; Housing subsystems and their characteristics: formal
and informal housing, public and private sector housing; Development process: policy
context, actors and their interrelationships; Inner city housing: slums, squatter /
unauthorized / incremental / marginal and partial housing, site and services
development; Role of institutions in housing: international agencies, NGOs, State,
financing organizations, private developers, cooperatives
3. Housing Standards and Design- Factors of residential densities: location, costs and
development control regulations; Housing designs parameters, materials and their
relationship to costs; Housing design imperatives: climate and disaster compliance,
community-based diversity. Housing Policy Analyses- Evaluation of urban and rural
housing policy and programs in India; Slum improvement programs; Comparative policy
analysis
4. Study of special design considerations for the user, etc.; Mass housing project for various
income groups in urban areas. Density distribution, servicing, etc. Mass housing project
for Slum Improvement schemes by government or private organizations, old age people.
Rehabilitation / transit accommodation /camps for people affected by natural disasters
like earthquake, floods, refugees, or other disasters.
5. Case studies with analysis of the mass housing projects with respect to of the project
considering socio-economic conditions. Government policies for promotion,
development control, finance and pricing, technology and time constraints. Study of
geography, local conditions and climatic conditions influencing the housing
design decisions.
6. Evolving design brief for the project, progress of construction and completion.
Course Outcomes:
1. Differentiate between the equity and efficiency parameters of housing.
2. Interpret housing data.
3. Calculate housing shortage.
4. Measure residential densities based on different factors.
5. List the housing design parameters and explain their relevance to housing costs recall the
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 Lecture Schedule:
1. Defining house and housing
2. Urbanization and housing
3. Equity and efficiency parameters of housing
4. Current issues in housing
5. Difference between housing need and housing demand;
6. Continued
7. Understanding housing shortage;
8. Housing demand assessment methods: definition and limitations;
9. Sources of housing statistics data and their uses,
10. Urban and rural housing statistic
11. Quantitative and qualitative aspects of housing
12. Factors affecting residential location
13. Ecological and institutional approach to housing;
14. Continued
15. Housing subsystems and their characteristics
16. Formal and informal housing
17. Public and private sector housing
18. Development process: policy context, actors and their interrelationships;
19. Inner city housing: slums, squatter / unauthorized / incremental / marginal and partial
housing
20. Site and services development;
21. Role of institutions in housing: international agencies, NGOs
22. State, financing organizations
23. Private developers, cooperatives
24. Factors of residential densities: location, costs and development control regulations;
25. Housing designs parameters, materials and their relationship to costs;
26. Housing design imperatives: climate and disaster compliance, community-based diversity
27. Evaluation of urban and rural housing policy and programs in India;
28. Slum improvement programs; Comparative policy analysis
29. Study of special design considerations for the user, etc.;
30. Mass housing project for various income groups in urban areas.
31. Density distribution, servicing, etc.
32. Mass housing project for Slum Improvement schemes by government or private
organizations, old age people.
33. Rehabilitation / transit accommodation /camps for people affected by natural disasters
like earthquake, floods, refugees, or other disasters.
34. Case studies with analysis of the mass housing projects with respect to of the project
considering socio-economic conditions.
35. Government policies for promotion, development control, finance and pricing,
technology and time constraints.
36. Study of geography, local conditions and climatic conditions influencing the housing
design decisions.
37. Evolving design brief for the project, progress of construction and completion.
38. Continued
39. Continued
40. Continued
Book References:
1. Kavita Datta and G.A. Jones (1999), ‘Housing and Finance in Developing Countries’,

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 Routledge, London.
2. UNCHS (1994), ‘National Experience with Shelter Delivery for the Poorest Group’,
UNCHS, Nairobi.
3. Gilbert A and Gugler J (1992), ‘Cities Poverty and Development – Urbanization in Third
World’, Oxford University Press.
4. Cedric Pugh (1990), ‘Housing and Urbanization’, Sage Publications, New Delhi.
5. Andrao, D.Thomas, 1986,‘Housing and Urban Renewal’. George Allen and Unwin,
Sydney.
6. H.A.Hye. ‘Integrated Approach to Rural Development’, Sterling Publishers, New Delhi,
1986.
Web References:
1. https://www.hudco.org/
2. https://mhada.gov.in/en

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Urban Planning and Environmental Design
Course Code: ARC 360
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: The objective of the subject is to:
1. Introduce planning discipline its role, importance and scope.
2. Familiarize students with basic planning terminology/vocabulary/thoughts.
3. Introduce interdisciplinary character of physical planning.
4. Give overview of planning practice and actions in India.
5. Sensitize students about the importance and role of maintaining ecosystemfunctions to
ensure that city infrastructure is spatially and functional coherent.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to planning discipline. Defining planning as a discipline, it’s multidisciplinary
nature, role of a planner. Fields of planning- Urban, regional, environmental, transport
and infrastructure planning. Definitions and basis of planning. Various definitions of town
and country planning, goals and objectives of planning, components of planning, benefits
of planning, arguments for and against planning. Economics and social planning as basis
of physical planning. Planning process and levels of planning in India.
2. Urbanisation in India and urban problems. Socio-economic impacts of growth of urban
areas, rural-urban migration. Impact of technology on urban form. Land use distribution,
urban structure and form.
3. Types of plans and definition of development plan. Introduction to types of development
plans: master plan, city development plan, structure plan, district plan, action area plan,
subject plan, comprehensive planning, zonal plans etc. Hierarchy of plans: regional plan,
sub-regional plan, sector plans and spatial plans, town planning schemes.
4. Evolution of settlements their pattern, size and structure. Influence of socio-cultural,
economic, military and religious factors on planning and development of historical cities.
Various civilizations and Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Greek, Roman settlements. Town
planning in medieval times and in Renaissance Europe. Origin and evolution of civic
planning, impact of industrial revolution on town and regional planning. Concepts of
garden city, city beautiful, linear city etc. Contributions of leading masters (thinkers,
town planners) in planning
5. Definitions of Green Infrastructure, Its Significance to Urban Planning, Components and
Hierarchy of GI; Regional Parks and Reserves, Protected Areas, Community Parks and
Open Spaces, Conservation Corridors, Urban Rivers, Green Belts Etc.
6. Economic, Social and Environmental Benefits of Green Infrastructures, Ecosystem
Services, Conceptual Exploration of ‘Green Growth’ Idea
7. Objectives of GI Planning From Regional to Neighborhood Scale; Land Conservation,
Biodiversity Conservation, Protection of Fragmented Ecological Habitats, Restoration of
Disturbed Habitats, Ecotourism, Managing Disaster Risks, Ameliorating Urban Heat Island
Effect and Energy Conservation, Urban Space Quality, Community Health, Etc.
8. Approaches for Planning Green Infrastructures; Integration with Land Use Planning,
Making Grey and Blue Infrastructures Efficient, Urban Regeneration through Enhanced
Urban Landscapes and Design, Community Participation
Course Outcomes:
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 problems.
3. Appreciate responsibility of planner and importance of physical planning in development
process.
4. Highlight the importance of green infrastructure in preventing the loss of bio- diversity
through landuse planning, conservation measures and policy interventions.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Planning as a discipline, it’s multidisciplinary nature, role of a planner, Fields of planning
– Urban, Regional, , Environmental, Transport etc.
2. Planning in India (Post independent and colonial impact)
3. Economics, social and physical planning, Natural resources and planning, Development
and growth, Sustainable Development
4. Planning process and levels of planning in India, Urbanisation in India
5. Urban and rural India-Planning concerns of cities, towns and villages, Urban problems
and rural development issues
6. Town and country planning, goals and objectives of planning, Top Down and Bottom up
approach
7. Managing cities and towns, Urban governance, local government, different planning and
development agencies/organisations
8. Hierarchy of plans: regional plan, sub-regional plan, sector plans, spatial plans, town
planning schemes
9. Types of plans: Master plan, city development plan, structure plan, district plan, action
area plan, subject plan, comprehensive planning, zonal plans etc
10. Development plan, purpose, process of preparation
11. Evolution of settlements: Settlement size, pattern and structure; Global distribution of
settlements and population
12. Different factors influencing development of settlements; Classification of settlements
13. Census classification and definitions; Use of census data for planners
14. Historical cities and their planning and principles; Examples from Indian cities
15. Principles of planning as discussed in ancient Indian text; Development of civilization:
Global perspective ,River valley civilization
16. Cont.
17. Cont.
18. Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Greek, Roman Civilizations
19. Cont.
20. Town planning in Medieval times; Walled cities and Fortification; Renaissance Europe
21. Cont.
22. Planning in post industrial revolution era; Origin and evolution of civic planning
23. Impact of industrial revolution on town and regional planning
24. Utopian concepts, Concepts of garden city, City beautiful, linear city etc.
25. Contributions of all leading masters in planning
26. Contribution of masters to Indian planning/town planning
27. New towns in India, Examples; Impact of technology on urban form
28. Contemporary examples of planning initiatives -Case studies
29. Different planning policies, programmes, acts, bye laws
30. Urban finance taxation systems
31. Future of physical planning
32. Introduction to Green Infrastructure, its definition, components and significance in
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 34. Regional Parks, Reserves, Protected Areas, Community Parks, Open Spaces, Conservation
Corridors, Urban Rivers, Green Belts etc.
35. Benefits of Green Infrastructure: Economic, Social and Environmental Benefits;
Ecosystem Services
36. Conceptual Exploration of ‘green growth’ ideas
37. Introduction to Green Infrastructure Planning- Objectives from regional to neighborhood
38. Land, Biodiversity Conservation, Protection of Fragmented Ecological Habitats
39. Restoration of Distributed Habitats
40. Managing disaster risk; Ameliorating Urban Heat Island Effect;
41. Energy conservation; Urban Space quality; Community Health etc.
42. Approaches for Planning Green Infrastructure- Integration with Land Use Planning
43. Making Grey Infrastructure Efficient
44. Urban Regeneration through Enhanced Urban Landscapes
45. Community Participation
Book References:
1. Urban Pattern: City Planning and Design- Arthur B. Gallion, Simon Eisner
2. Town planning in ancient India- Binode Behari Dutt
3. An Introduction to Regional Planning: concepts, theory and practice- John Glasson
4. URDPFI guidelines
5. Urbanisation and urban systems in India- R. Ramachandran
6. Planning the Indian City- M N Buch
7. Encyclopedia of urban planning-Arnold Whittick
8. Urban Geography: A Global Perspective-Michael Pacione
9. Green Infrastructure: Linking Landscapes and Communities, Benedict M.A. & McMahon
E.T., Island Press, Washington, DC.
10. Planning for an extensive open space system: linking landscape structure and function,
Landscape and Urban Planning, Ahern J., 1991, 21, 131-45.
11. Principles of Ecosystem Stewardship: Resilience-Based Natural Resource Management in
a Changing World, Chapin III F.S., Kofinas G.P. & Folke C. (eds.), Springer, New York.
Web References:
1. http://www.mohua.gov.in/
2. https://nrcd.nic.in/
3. https://niti.gov.in/
4. https://censusindia.gov.in/
5. https://rural.nic.in/

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Urban and Regional Planning
Course Code: ARC 361
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand basic components of urban areas and regions.
2. Types of planning theory and techniques.
3. Types of Plans such as comprehensive planning, master plans, structure plans, zonal
plans.
4. Levels of Urban and regional planning at different levels like national level, state level,
district level etc.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Urban planning its definition, hierarchy and need. Regional planning its definition,
hierarchy and need. Evolution of City Planning including settlement size, pattern and
structure as a function of socio-cultural, economic, military and religious factors, origin
and evolution of civic planning; impacts of industrial revolution on town and regional
planning.
2. Overview of different planning theories and models such as garden city, city beautiful,
linear city etc. Introduction to planning theory & techniques such as settlement system,
classification of settlements, central goods and services, range, threshold, city-region
relationship, structure of city regions, area of influence, dominance, rural-urban fringes,
push and pull factors, migration trends and impacts on urban and rural development,
characteristics of the urban environment - land uses, physical structure and relationship
between parts of a city.
3. Introduction to surveys, analyses and methods, techniques of conducting surveys for
land use, building use, density, structural condition of buildings, heights of building, land
utilization and physical features of land; data requirement for various types of plans;
population, distance criteria; performance standards, etc.
4. Introduction to demography in urban planning. Demographic variables such as
population study, fertility, mortality, migration; evolution of mortality-trends, biological
and social factors and mortality-gender, race, social structure, life-style, occupation,
ethnic groups, socio-economical group mobility, literacy level, life-table techniques; and
population estimation, projection and population forecasting.
5. Planning norms and development norms for green-field, existing areas, renewal schemes
and development. Types of City Plans such as comprehensive planning, master plans,
structure plans, zonal plans.
Course Outcomes:
1. Students should be able to understand the process of urban planning.
2. Will be able to analyse plans at different levels/scales like city, zone or district.
3. Students will able to prepare different level of plans based on the planning norms.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Urban and Regional planning
2. Principles and objects of Urban Planning, Economic justification and necessity of Urban
planning
3. Hierarchy and need of Regional planning
4. Evolution of City Planning including settlement size, pattern and structure as a function
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 5. Class exercise
6. Ideal site characteristics, Cost of Urban planning
7. Impacts of industrial revolution on town and regional planning
8. Present position of Urban planning in India
9. Class exercise
10. Introduction to planning theory & techniques
11. Planning theories and models such as garden city, city beautiful, linear city with
examples and their success and failure story
12. Lab exercise
13. Settlement system, classification of settlements
14. Overview of central goods and services, range and threshold
15. Introduction to city-region relationship, structure of city regions, area of influence and
dominance. Various push and pull factors
16. Cause of migration, migration trends and its impacts on urban and rural development
17. Characteristics of the urban environment and various types of land uses
18. Brief example of physical structure and relationship between parts of a city
19. Class Discussions
20. Introduction to surveys and its necessity
21. Data collection techniques
22. Methods adopted to analyse data
23. Conducting surveys for land use, building use, density, structural condition of buildings
24. Analysis and preparation of maps , drawings and Reports
25. Exercises
26. Data requirement for various types of plans; population, distance criteria
27. Practical for conducting a survey for an area
28. Conducting a survey for a heritage building
29. Discussion and exercise
30. Understanding the role of demography in urban planning, Description about
demographic variables
31. Understanding the evolution of mortality-trends with practical examples
32. Description about biological, social factors and mortality-gender, race, social structure
33. Description about life-style, occupation, ethnic groups, socio-economical group mobility
34. Detailing about life-table techniques
35. Population projection technique and population forecasting
36. Numerical problems regarding Population projection
37. Exercise on population projections
38. Planning norms and development norms by selecting any state
39. Zoning, objectives and importance of zoning, types of zoning
40. Brief description of comprehensive planning, master planning and zonal planning
41. Review of master plans – Case studies
42. Discussions on Master plans
43. Overview of green-field and existing area development norms, Overview of including
renewal schemes and development
44. Selection of a Regional Plan and data collection
45. Data analysis and discussion on selected areas
Book References:
1. A Reader in Planning Theory,Faludi, A, Pergamon Press, Oxford
2. Principles and Practice of Town and Country Planning, Keeble, L., The Estate Gazette,
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 3. Urban and Regional Planning: McLoughlin, J.B., Faber and Faber, London.
4. Control and Urban Planning , McLoughlin, J.B., Faber and Faber, London.
5. Urban and Regional Planning, Hall, P. Fourth edition, Routledge, London.
6. Planning in the Public Domain, Freidmann, J., Princeton University Press, Princeton.
Web References:
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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Traffic and Transportation Planning
Course Code: ARC 362
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To impart knowledge on understanding of urban transportation problems in planner’s
perspective and objectives to serve as guiding factors in the planning process, Integration
of land use and transportation, identification of the factors influencing the demand for
urban travel and development of relationship between the factors and the travel demand.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Transport development: Economic, political and social significance and transport
development, urban form and city structure, Transportation systems and their types,
Design and operational characteristics of various public transportation, Problems and
prospects, Transport policies and programs in India, Transport coordination with various
agencies, Concept of PCU, Travel and Traffic Characteristics.
2. Road Hierarchy: ROW, Urban and Rural road classification, Urban Road structure, At-grade
and grade separated intersections, Planning management and geometric criteria for roads
& junctions.
3. Transport survey and studies: Study area definitions, Traffic survey and their types, need,
design of proforma, methods of conducting surveys, analysis and interpretation, Sampling
methods & survey techniques, Programming and processing of travel data, Analysis and
interpretation of traffic studies. Parking design standards
4. Traffic management: Travel demand Management, Traffic Management, Planning and
management criteria for junction improvement, Arterial improvement techniques. Design
of Street furniture, Road Infrastructure, Bus and truck terminals
5. Transportation Planning Process: conceptual approach of planning process, Techniques for
urban structures analysis, urban travel characteristics, four stage modeling in
transportation planning process, transport and land use integration.
6. Transport and environment: Traffic noise, factor affecting noise statement measures,
standards, air pollution standards, traffic safety, transport planning for different target
groups, Norms and guidelines for highway landscape, street lighting; types, standards and
design considerations.
7. Economic evaluation: pricing and funding of transport services and systems, economic
appraisal of highway and transport projects. Techniques for estimating direct and indirect
road user costs and benefit value of time, intelligent transport system (ITS); Need,
applications and types.
Course Outcomes:
1. The course provides adequate exposure to basic understanding of transportation planning
and management in urban areas, travel demand forecasting, landuse transport integration,
road infrastructure and terminal facilities.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Role of transportation in physical planning
2. Economic, political and social significance and transport development
3. Evaluation of urban structure and Urban Form
4. Continue..
5. Transportation System and Types
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 7. Continue..
8. Terminologies in transportation i.e. Trip PCU, ROW etc
9. Transport policies and programs in India
10. Continue..
11. Travel Characteristics
12. Traffic Characteristics
13. Transport coordination with various agencies
14. Urban Road Hierarchy
15. Continue..
16. Rural Road Hierarchy
17. Traffic Surveys , Applications and Techniques
18. Sampling methods, survey Analysis and interpretation of traffic studies
19. Traffic Volume Count Survey
20. Origin and Destination Survey
21. Continue..
22. Parking Surveys and design standards
23. Speed and Delays Surveys
24. Public Transport Surveys
25. Pedestrian Surveys
26. Standards of pedestrian footpath and refuse spaces
27. Travel Demand Management
28. Traffic Management
29. Continue..
30. Existing traffic management schemes in Indian cities
31. Continue..
32. Conceptual approach of Transport Planning Process
33. Four Stage Planning and Modeling
34. Trip generation and Trip Distribution
35. Modal Split and Trip Assignment
36. Introduction of transport and landuse integration
37. Study of landuse transport models
38. Continue..
39. Traffic noise, factor affecting noise statement measures
40. transport planning for different target groups
41. Norms and guidelines for highway landscape
42. Standards and design considerations for street lighting
43. Economic Evaluation Criteria and its Assessment
44. Continue..
45. Intelligent transport system (ITS) its types and applications.
46. Continue..
Book References:
1. Introduction to transport planning by Michael J Bruton
2. Principal of Urban transport system planning by Hutchinson
3. Transport modeling by Ortuzer and Williumson
4. Traffic and Transportation planning and engineering by L R Kadiyali
5. Transport Planning and Traffic Engineering by C A O’Flaherty
6. Public Transport Planning and Management by Ashish Verma and T V Ramanayya

Web References:

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 1. NPTEL lectures
2. Coursera
3. Udemy
4. E-Books

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Infrastructure Planning and Design
Course Code: ARC 363
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To equip and train the students with multiple aspects of theory and practice of
Infrastructure Planning and design with development of skills to deal with diverse
requirements of capacity building.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Water Supply and Sanitation : Quantity and quality of water, source of supply, transmission
and distribution, treatment methods, design guidelines.
Sanitation – concepts, disposal systems, low cost sanitation options; engineering aspects of
sewage disposal;
Wastewater – generation, disposal system
Storm water drainage – systems
Sewerage treatment Plant
2. Solid Waste Disposal and Management : Basic principles, generation, characteristics,
collection, disposal, management.
3. Fire and Electrification, and Social Infrastructure : Planning for fire protection, services and
space standards, location criteria; Planning for Education, health, civic, cultural
infrastructure
4. Traffic and Transportation : Planning for infrastructure and facilities for transport
Course Outcomes:
1. To develop skill of development of infrastructure and presenting solutions on sustainable
development with infrastructure planning and design.
2. To inculcate the skill of fulfilling the requirements of Infrastructure Planning and Design
with short term and long term measures as it is application amongst the students.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Infrastructure Planning and Design
2. Discussion on whole subject as per exercises covered in whole semester
3. Principles of Infrastructure Planning and Design
4. Description and study of issues on Infrastructure Planning and Design with reference to
URDPFI guidelines
5. Explanation and application of each standard and guidelines with applied examples
6. Identification of various applied issues of Infrastructure Planning and Design on day to day
life
7. Case study of live spaces on Infrastructure Planning and Design
8. Available standards and guidelines for Infrastructure Planning and Design from global to
local
9. Study of impact of various issues of Infrastructure Planning and Design applicable on
vulnerable situations
10. Distribution of topic for study on Infrastructure Planning and Design to each student for
detailed study with its functional and appropriate use.
11. Identification and study of successful projects/works of renowned Architects and Planners
12. Listing of the issues of Infrastructure Planning and Design with its application during
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 Planning and Design
14. Teaching Sources of water supply
15. Teaching Quantity and quality of water
16. Class lecture and discussions on design guidelines for quantity and quality of water
17. Wastewater – generation, disposal system
18. Storm water drainage – systems
19. Sewerage treatment Plant
20. low cost sanitation options
21. Class lecture on transmission, distribution, treatment methods
22. Sanitation – engineering aspects of sewage disposal
23. Study on various issues on Infrastructure Planning and Design for Sanitation
24. Concepts, disposal systems
25. Study on low cost sanitation options
26. Engineering aspects of sewage disposal
27. Class lecture on Solid Waste Disposal and Management
28. Class lecture on reduce, reuse and recycle
29. Basic principles of SWM
30. Lecture on generation and characteristics of SWM
31. Collection method of SWM
32. Disposal of SWM
33. Classroom lecture on overall management of SWM
34. Fire and Electrification, and Social Infrastructure
35. Planning and designing for fire protection
36. Planning and designing for fire services and space standards
37. Location criteria
38. Planning for Education, health, civic
39. Cultural infrastructure
40. Class lecture on Traffic and Transportation
41. Class lecture on Planning for infrastructure and facilities for transport
42. Discussions on various projects chosen by students
43. Overall expert inputs
Book References:
1. Chattopadhyay, S. (2009). New Essays on inclusive housing, Macmillan, Delhi.
2. Husain S K, Oxford & Ibh Publishing Updated 3rd Edition 2017, Textbook Of Water Supply
And Sanitary Engineering
3. G. Payne, G.(1999). Making Common Ground, Intermediate Technology Publications,
Ltd,London.
4. LR Kadiyali, Traffic Engineering and Transport Planning
5. Mathey, K. (1992). Beyond Self-help Housing, Mansell Publishing Ltd., London.
6. Reading Material on Infrastructure Planning and design, ITPI Publication, New Delhi
7. Tchobanoglous G , McGraw Hill, Integrated Solid Waste Management Engineering
Principles And Management Issues
Web References:
1. SWAYAM
2. MOOCS
3. NPTEL
4. Open access from university libraries

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Environmental impact assessment
Course Code: ARC 364
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To help students develop a comprehensive and critical understanding of EIA process.
2. To learn the methods of evaluating impact of building activities on components of
environment.
3. Understand how EIA is used in research, planning, project or program evaluation,
monitoring, and regulatory enforcement
4. To imbibe the significance of EIA in the planning and decision-making process
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Importance of EIA , comprehensive understanding of the process.
2. Statutory requirement and regulatory enforcement, its significance in the planning and
decision-making process.
3. Overview of the relationship between natural environment and human societies and the
environmental impact due to unchecked development on regions, communities, etc.
4. Environmental Impact Assessment as a planning process with aims to predict, evaluate,
and mitigate the potential impacts of proposed projects/policies/programs.
5. Methods and techniques in EIA and SIA to predict impacts.
6. Study of the legal, economic, social, administrative and technical process of preparing
and/or evaluating environmental impact documents, public participation.
7. Assessment of impacts on land use (Urban and regional); resources (including air, water,
flora and fauna) and social & health impacts with relevant case studies from India and
abroad.
8. Critical reviews of EIA documents for policy development, project planning or for legal or
political action planning, preparations of portions of environmental documents through
administrative and legal requirements and standards of professional practice, EMP, Risk
assessment.
Course Outcomes:
1. To gain a critical understanding of the use, strengths, and limitations of EIA.
2. To understand impact of various activities on components of environment.
3. To carry out the EIA of a project.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Importance of EIA understanding of the use, strengths, and limitations of EIA
2. Statutory requirement and regulatory enforcement, its significance in the planning and
decision-making process.
3. Process of EIA, Types of EIA all over world
4. Process of EIA in India
5. Overview of the relationship between natural environment and human societies and the
environmental impact due to unchecked development on regions, communities, etc
6. Continue...
7. Exercises
8. EIA notifications, Acts and amendments
9. Categories of projects
10. Environment Clearance categories A and B (B1 and B2)
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 and mitigate the potential impacts of proposed projects/policies/programs
12. Study of Environment components – Landuse, Air, Land , Water flora and fauna etc
13. Baseline study and survey techniques
14. Continue…
15. EIA methods of impact prediction like checklist, matrix method, network etc
16. Continue…
17. Exercises on checklist methods…
18. Case studies
19. Exercises on matrix method …
20. Case studies
21. Exercises on network method
22. Methods of EIA evaluation – Baettle,
23. Case studies
24. Exercise on Battle evaluation method
25. Environment Impact statement (EIS)
26. Exercise of writing EIS
27. Environment Impact Mitigation
28. Mitigation measures for Air , water, land, etc
29. Social impact assessment methods for visual, cultural, environmental justice and
social/quality of life impact models;
30. Building development related specific impacts
31. Rain water harvesting calculations
32. Waste water and sewage - STP
33. Parking management
34. Air and Noise impact models
35. Environment Management Plan
36. Air, water monitoring Plan
37. Public Participation in EIA
38. Post EIS monitoring/impact auditing
39. Exercises..
40. Disaster management Plan and Risk assessment
41. Assignment on complete EIA study
42. Continue on assignment
43. Continue on Assignment
44. Presentation and discussions.
45. Evaluation of proposed government policies and programs
46. Review of current controversies in EIA practice
47. Discussion on current shortcomings in EIA process
Book References:
1. Environmental Impact Assessment: A Methodological Approach - Richard K. Morgan
2. Handbook on Environmental Impact Assessment by Petts Judith
3. Environmental Law in India by Leela Krishnan
Web References:
1. http://moef.gov.in/
2. www.epa.gov/nepa
3. Environmental clearance reports from MoEF website

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester:X Year: V
Name of Course: Research Techniques in Architecture
Course Code: ARC 365
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand importance of research in architecture.
2. To understand the theoretical and practical significance of research.
3. To provide students the exposure to software for analysis and formatting of report.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction
2. Research Types
3. Research Design
4. Research Methods
5. Research Areas
6. Introduction to Statistics
7. Literature study
8. Data Documentation and Analysis
9. Data conversion
10. Data Presentation
11. Reporting the Research
12. Referencing
Course Outcomes: Students should be able to
1. Evolve in-depth understanding of specific area/subject through primary and secondary
analytical techniques and presentations.
2. Conduct formulation of idea, data collection, analysis, synthesis and derive to conclusion.
3. Produce report by culminating the research as documented academic resource.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Research Techniques in Architecture
2. Study types of research in process of formulating a research plan, various methods of
research, their applications, data and simple statistical analysis, interpret and infer from the
data.
3. Continued
4. Continued
5. Continued
6. Continued
7. Continued
8. Continued
9. Methods of technical writing and presenting a research report.
10. Continued
11. Research design - components of research, literature study and research.
12. Continued
13. Continued
14. Methods of research in architecture - interview techniques such as designing a
questionnaire, face-to-face interviews, internet survey, etc. and visual techniques.
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 17. Continued
18. Continued
19. Study content analysis, observations, activity mapping, accession / erosion trace
observations, cognitive maps, data documentation and analysis.
20. Continued
21. Continued
22. Continued
23. Continued
24. Continued
25. Continued
26. MIDTERM
27. Understand areas of research in architecture (qualitative and quantitative paradigms).
28. Introduction to Statistics - simple statistical methods frequencies / percentages mean /
median / mode, correlation, chi square test – inferring from the data and interpreting the
meaning of those inferences.
29. Continued
30. Continued
31. Continued
32. Continued
33. Continued
34. Continued
35. Continued
36. Understand software for statistical data analysis of analyzing numerical data, statistical data
analysis.
37. Continued
38. Significance of literature study, different sources of information such as books, journals,
newspapers, internet, magazines, audio-recordings, etc.
39. Continued
40. Data Documentation and Analysis including understanding the nature of data collected and
methods of analysis suitable for that data (graphical / numerical / descriptive).
41. Continued
42. Understand Converting data into numerical form for data analysis.
43. Continued
44. Techniques of presenting the numerical data – graphical (pie charts, bar charts, line graphs
etc.), tabulations, verbal qualitative data, architectural drawings / maps.
45. Continued
46. Understand Reporting the Research including different sections of a research report,
technical writing and language
47. Referencing and documenting the bibliography
Book References:
1. Research Methods and Techniques in Architecture - Niezabitowska, E.D.
2. Architectural Research Methods - David Wang and Linda Groat
Web References:
1. https://issuu.com/ymahgoub/docs/lecture1-research_methods_in_archit
2. https://www.re-thinkingthefuture.com/article/understanding-research-methodologies-in-
architecture/
3. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/226862953_Architectural_Research_Methods

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Passive Solar Architecture
Course Code: ARC 366
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. The main objective is to meet the challenges of sustainable development by offering this
specialized course of solar passive design emphasizing the strategies, concepts and
services.
2. The aim is to develop skills, knowledge and understanding related to environmental
sustainability, construction and building technology, adopting the principles and practices
of sustainable building design, while responding to environmental challenges such as
Climate change, environmental degradation etc. The course offers a contextualized and
deep understanding of sustainability in architecture.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction and basic concepts of solar passive architecture, solar energy availability,
micro climate and buildings, steady state thermal analysis of buildings, principles of thermal
comfort.
2. Conceptual design of passive solar buildings, appreciation of various built forms of various
climates, cooling load of buildings, factors affecting the cooling load, methods of calculation
etc.
3. Heat attenuation, role of thermal mass, parameters influencing thermal mass effectiveness,
calculations, case studies.
4. Fenestration components and systems, design of shading systems, solar geometry, design
tools.
5. Solar passive techniques , passive cooling systems its applications and guidelines, simple
techniques, thermal storage walls, roof pond systems, radiation techniques etc Case studies
as an exercise for better understanding of the above strategies.
Course Outcomes:
1. Students will learn about the basic systems and building features that can be used to
passively heat buildings using solar energy. They will learn how to evaluate climate and
solar availability to determine feasibility of cost-effective passive solar systems at specific
project sites. And they will gain knowledge of guidelines to use in preparing feasibility
studies for passive solar projects.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introductionand basic concepts: passive solar design principles
2. Solar energy availability
3. Micro climate: Climate & microclimate, topography as climate modifier
4. Urban forms as climate modifiers
5. Climate and design requirements
6. Principles of thermal comfort, Approximate estimation of solar savings
7. Conceptual design of passive solar buildings
8. AppreciationofBuiltform for different climates
9. AppreciationofBuiltform contd.
10. Cooling load of buildings: factors affecting, methods of calculation etc
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 12. Heat Attenuation and its impact on buildings
13. Role of thermal mass, heat transfer mechanism, parameters
14. Transient heat transfer and thermal storage
15. Fenestration components and systems
16. Design of fenestration system for day lighting
17. Tutorial exercises
18. Building clusters and solar exposure
19. Description of solar geometry
20. Graphical design tools
21. Solar control techniques
22. Types of passive systems: attached green house, thermal storage roof and convective loop.
23. Classification of passive cooling systems according to the major natural source from which
the cooling energy is derived.
24. Tutorial based on the above
25. Minimizing cooling needs by building design: building shape &layout, orientation, size of
windows, shading of window, color of the envelope and climatic impact of plants around
building.
26. Minimizing cooling needs by building design continued…….
27. Tutorial exercises
28. Radiative cooling –The earth as a cooling source for buildings.
29. To study the solar passive and active concepts of the buildings and documenting the same
during field work.
30. Presentation of the above work by the students
31. Presentation of the above work by the students
32. Cooling of attached outdoor spaces.
33. Passive solar configuration – outline of various passive systems for heat gain. Indirect Gain
– Trombe wall, Water wall and Transwall.
34. Passive solar configuration continued….
35. Passive solar configuration continued….
36. Sun spaces / attached solarium / conservatory.
37. Roof Pond / Skytherm – Vary Thermal Wall
38. Tutorial exercises on the above passive systems
39. Earth sheltered / earth bermed structures and earth-air tunnels
40. The use of earth-air tunnels to heat or cool the buildings
41. Discussions on the other alternatives of the passive solar systems
42. Modern and postmodern passive architecture
43. The above methods, strategies, systems, and construction details emphasizing the passive
architecture
44. Simplified methods for passive cooling Applications
45. Assignment based on live case studies and discussions
Book References:
1. Givoni Baruch,(1994) “Passive and Low Energy Cooling of Buildings”, Van Nostrand
Reinhold, New Yord.
2. Sodha, M., Bansal, N. K., Bansal, P. K., KuMEB, A., and Malik, M. A. S.,(1986) “Solar Passive
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 3. Kishnani, N., (2012) “Greening Asia – Emerging principles for sustainable Architecture”
publications : FuturArc., Singapore.
4. Bansal, Narender, K.., Hauser Gerd and Minke Gernot,(1994) “Passive Buildings Design:
5. A Hand book of Natural Climatic Control”, Elsevier Science, Amsterdam.
6. Chandra,M.,(1995) “ Passive and low energy cooling systems of buildings – A review with
special reference to Indian conditions” IE(I) , A.R Vol.76,p.p 12-22
7. Chandra, M and Puri, J.S, (2000) “Cooling and Heating of Buildings with buried Earth – tube
heat exchanger: An experiment study.” SESI Journal, Vol.10,No.1,p.p 1-10.
8. Cook, J., and Bansal, N.K (2001) “Sustainability Through Building,” Omega Scientific
publishers, India
9. Bansal,N.K., (1983) 'Periodic Analysis of Ventilated Trombe Wall', Int. J. Energy Research 7
(1), 163.
10. CBRI, (1878) “SummerTtropical Index”, , Building digest no 135 CBRI, Roorke, India.
11. Kaushik, S. C., Tiwari, G. N. and Nayak, J. K., (1988) ’Thermal control in passive solar
building,” Go-Environ Academia press, Jodhpur.
12. Chandra,M.,(1997) “ Design Principles of external shading devices for solar control in
Buildings”IE(I) journal – AR Vol.77,p.p 33-52
13. Sodha, M. S., Bansal, N. K., Kumar, A., Malik, M. A. S.,(1986) “Solar passive building”,
Pargamon press., New york.
14. Sodha, M. S., Kaur, J., Sawhney, R.L (1992) ‘Effect of underground floor water storage on
thermal performance of a room’, Int. J. Energy Research, 16,315-325.
15. Trombe A, Seress L.(1994) ‘Air-Earth exchanger study in real site experimentation and
simulation. Energy and buildings 21,pp:155-162.
16. Antinucci, M. Fleury, B. Lopez, D. Asian, J, Maldonado, E, Santamouris, M., Tombazisa. And
Yannas, S., (1992) “Passive and hybrid cooling of buildings,” State of Art, Vol. 11, pp. 251-
27.
17. Bansal, N.K.,(1983 )'Periodic Analysis of Ventilated Trombe Wall', Int. J. Energy Research 7
(1), 163.
18. Worth,D.,(1992) ‘Embodied Energy Analysis of Buildings.’ Part 1: Determining the energy
content of the Building Materials. ESD seminar, Deakin University.
19. Chandra,M.,(1997), ‘Trombe wall as solar solution” Indian Architect & Builder, Vol.10,No.6
,p.p 106-109.
20. Bansal,N.K., (2002) 'Evaluation of Natural Cooling Techniques in Indian Climatic Conditions'
, International Journal of Ambient Energy, 23(1).
21. Krishan, A., Baker,N., Yannas, S and Szokolay,.(1999) “CLIMATE RESPONSIVE
ARCHITECTURE:A Design Handbook for Energy Efficient Buildings” McGraw Hill Education
(India) Private Limited.( ISBN-10: 0074632183)
Web References:
1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Passive_solar_building_design
2. https://sustainability.williams.edu/green-building-basics/passive-solar-design
3. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/323289561_Solar_Passive_Architecture
4. https://www.irjet.net/archives/V3/i12/IRJET-V3I12307.pdf
5. https://sustainablesources.com/energy/passive-solar-design/

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 Elective 5 (THEORY)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Architectural literary heritage of India
Course Code: ARC 367
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite: History of Architecture, ability to read Sanskrit
Course Objectives:To familiarize the students with
1. The available literature on Indian system of architecture (Stapathya)
2. The complexities of design systems followed in Indian system of architecture
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Classification of literary heritage especially Dravida and Nagra translated texts.
Understanding commonalities and exclusiveness of texts and overall structure of texts.
2. Contents of texts such as; study of site selection, system of measurement, mandalas,
components of buildings like pillars, base, etc.
3. Building type such as pavilions, temples, houses, etc. study of town planning, village
planning and fort designs.
4. Visual interpretation of buildings described in such texts like Mayamatam, Manasara,
Samarangana, Sutradhara, etc.
5. Documenting and understanding of constructional practices and building materials.
Intangible and mystic information in text. Relevance of information in these texts in
contemporary scenario.
Course Outcomes: Students will
1. Become aware of the literary architecture heritage
2. Understand the relevance of these texts to present day construction
3. Improve design skills
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, syllabus, assignments and evaluation pattern
2. Literary heritage translated texts available, structure, commonalities and exclusiveness
3. South Indian Sanskrit and translated texts
4. North and Central Indian Sanskrit and translated texts
5. East and West Indian Sanskrit and translated texts
6. Content analysis of texts
7. Site selection
8. Orientating method
9. System of measurement
10. Mandalas
11. Building components; base
12. Building components; base
13. Building components; pillars
14. Building components; pillars
15. Building components; entablature
16. Building components; entablature
17. Building components; roof
18. Building components; roof
19. Building types; temples
20. Building types; temples
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 24. Building types; palaces
25. Building types; houses
26. Building types; houses
27. Building types; houses
28. Building types; houses
29. Building types; pavilions
30. Building types; pavilions
31. Building types; pavilions
32. Interior items; furniture, doors, sculpture etc.
33. Interior items; furniture, doors aculpture etc.
34. Settlement types; villages
35. Settlement types; villages
36. Settlement types; forts
37. Settlement types; towns
38. Settlement types; towns
39. Exercises on visual interpretation
40. Exercises on visual interpretation
41. Exercises on visual interpretation
42. Building materials in literature
43. Building materials in literature
44. Relevance of architectural literary heritage in Contemporary academics and practice
Book References:
1. Mayamatam, Bruno Dagens, IGNCA
2. Manasara, P.K. Acharya,
3. Samaranganasutradhara, D.N. Shukla
4. Theory and practice of Samaranganasutradhara Adam Hardy
5. The architecture of Hindus. Ram Raz
6. Vastusutra upnishad, IGNCA
7. Vishwakarma Prakash
8. Manushyalayachandrika
9. Rajavalabha
10. Kalatatvakosa all volumes, IGNCA
Web References:
1. http://ignca.gov.in/

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Barrier free Architecture
Course Code: ARC 371
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To study Barrier Free Environment is one which enables people with disabilities to move
about safely and freely and to use the facilities within the built environment. It provides
an environment that supports the independent functioning of individuals and
participates without assistance, in everyday activities.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Types of disability, Mobility devices and controls. Guidelines and space standards for
barrier free built Environment for disabled and elderly persons in various buildings such
as institutes, hospitals, public spaces, shopping complexes and office buildings etc.
2. Construction and maintenance standards, classifications of buildings and access
provisions. Design elements within buildings, Site planning, parking, approach to plinth
levels, corridors, entrance and exit, windows, stairways, lifts, toilets, signage, guiding and
warning systems. Floor materials.
3. Design elements outside the buildings - kerb at footpath, road crossing, public toilet, bus
stop, toilet booth, and signage. Provisions for residential buildings and public buildings
and places like auditorium, parks, restaurants, railway station. Access audit and
implication in building byelaw.
4. Persons with Disabilities Act (equal opportunities, protection of rights and full
participation) and bye-laws which would be applicable to all buildings and facilities used
by the public. Introduction to how the modern day technology can aid in universal
design/ built barrier free environment through audio and visuals.
Course Outcomes:
1. Sensitization towards needs of differently abled people.
2. Be able to design barrier free buildings and also carry out building audit.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction about barrier free environment
2. Types of disability – physical, sensory, intellectual etc
3. Barrier free basic anthropometric and mobility devices - dimensions, vision cone, reach
ranges etc
4. Standards for construction and maintenance
5. Design elements - Site planning and parking provisions - Parking and Passenger Loading
Zones, Curb Ramps, Walks and Paths, Approach to Plinth Level - Ramped Approach
Stepped Approach, Entrance Landing, Entrance and Exit doors, etc.
6. Contd.
7. Designing of elements within buildings - Space Allowances – Minimum access provisions,
general allowances; Clear or Ground space for wheel chairs; Physical Parameters;
Protruding Objects; Ground and Floor Surfaces.
8. Contd.
9. Designing of elements within buildings - corridors, windows, stairways, lifts, toilets,
signage, guiding and warning systems. Floor materials.
10. Contd.
11. Designing of elements within buildings - Controls and operating measures and other
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 12. Contd.
13. Exercise relating to above topic
14. Exercise relating to above topic
15. Design elements outside the buildings -kerb at footpath, road crossing, public toilet, bus
stop, toilet booth.
16. Contd.
17. Exercise relating to above topic
18. Exercise relating to above topic
19. Signages - Types of Signage, signage requirements, Signage Specifications - Character
Proportion, Character Height, Raised / Brailled Characters and Pictogram, Finish and
Contrast, Mounting Location and Height, Symbols of Accessibility, Illumination Levels.
20. Signage Design- Language, Sign Typeface, Suggested Sizes for Letters and Symbols, Text
Design, Colour and Contrast. Sign Installation - Illumination, Sign positioning.
21. Exercise relating to above topic
22. Exercise relating to above topic
23. Provisions for residential buildings – single storeyed, multi storeyed etc
24. Guidelines and space standards for barrier free built Environment in public buildings
25. Provisions for public buildings and places like auditorium, parks, restaurants, railway
station.
26. Contd.
27. Best examples and case studies in universal design practice.
28. Exercise – Presentation of case examples
29. Exercise – Presentation of case examples
30. Access audit - definition, purpose and method, retrofitting techniques for barrier free
environment.
31. Contd.
32. Implication of audit in building byelaw.
33. Disability Acts and National Policies – brief overview of Acts present, Information on
various types of national Institutes, agencies and professional bodies involved in
disabled welfare, associated norms and standards thereof.
34. The role of NGO’s, professional and outreach.
35. Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995
36. United Nations Convention for Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD).
37. National Policy for provisions for elderly persons
38. Concept of equal opportunity, human rights, social justice and empowerment of
physically challenged persons.
39. Introduction to similar efforts in other countries.
40. Discussion of how the modern day technology can aid in universal design/ built barrier
free environment
41. Design exercise
42. Design exercise
Book References:
1. Guidelines and Space Standards for Barrier Free Built Environment for Disabled and
Elderly Persons, CPWD, Ministry of Urban Affairs and Employment, India.
2. Universal Design, Selwyn Goldsmith, Architectural Press.
3. Timesaver Standards for Building Types
Web References:
1. Readings – articles of related topics to be shared

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Set design
Course Code: ARC 372
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce and provide exposure about the design potential in set design.
2. To inculcate the ability to translate the requirements of the script to physical
demonstration according to thetraditions followed in the theatre, television and cinema
industry.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Learning visualization of plays, multi-set plays, and musical theatre productions.
2. Understanding Visual composition. This course emphasizes practical application of and
experiences in technical theatre, including scene design, set construction, color and
texture, lighting, sound, and theuse of stage materials.
3. Constructing actual sets as a project.
Course Outcomes:
1. To be able to apply principles of visual composition and spatial placement of objects to
arrive at need based thematic set proposals.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:
1. Designing and Drawing for the Theatre by Lynn Pecktal
2. Drawing Scenery by Rich Rose
3. Theory and Craft of the Scenic Model by Darwin Reid Payne
4. The Dramatic Imagination: Reflections and Speculations on the Art of Theatre by Robert
Edmond Jones
5. The Stage Is Set by Lee Simonson
6. Stagecraft I, A Complete Guide to Backstage Work Textbook and Workbook,William Lord
7. Theatre Art In Action, National Textbook Co.
8. The Stage and The School, Glencoe McGraw-Hill
Web References:
1. Where Do I Start? -Design Video Communications, Ltd.
2. How Do I Paint It? -Design Video Communications, Ltd.
3. Shedding Some Light? Design Video Communications, Ltd.
4. Setting The Stage –Rosco Laboratories

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Painting
Course Code: ARC 373
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce students to painting as a primary medium for artistic expression, develop
ability to verbalize ideas and processes in art making and develop an understanding of
history, major styles and contemporary issues in painting.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Color Theory - Color wheel (primary/secondary, complementary), transparency/opacity,
hue, value (intensity, brightness), chroma (saturation, purity), temperature (warm/cold)
and color contrast.
2. Attributes; interaction, harmony, psychology/mood, culture & expression and color
schemes such as monochromatic, analogous & complementary. Composition; bounded
composition, out-of-frame composition, space, movement, balance, asymmetry, rhythm,
shapes, proportion & lighting.
3. Media Characteristics & Surfaces; acrylic and oil, paper; wood & canvas (primed/
unprimed). Painting techniques - brush strokes and textures. Introduction to various
artistic styles and traditions – personal style, regional style, period style, etc. in Indian
context. Genres of Painting – portraits, religious, landscape, still life, abstract, etc. x
4. Overview of historical and modern art movements and works of famous artists of India
and abroad.
Course Outcomes:
1. Developing paintings as a medium of artistic expression and infusion of painting art in
architecture.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Glass Architecture
Course Code: ARC 374
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To provide the students with the latest & recent trends in architecture and to
understand the selection and usage of glass for appropriate purposes and for improving
the building performance using glass.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study evolution & importance of glass in modern architecture - applications of glass in
buildings (facade / interior applications). Understand the production and properties of
glass, value additions such as coating technology its importance and necessity.
2. Processing - concepts on tempering, heat strengthening, laminated, ceramic fritting.
Different types of glass - mirror, lacquered, fire-resistant and modern glass with different
applications. Glass for segments such as hospitals, green homes, airports, offices and
other buildings. Understanding glass & human safety compliances, fire-safety
considerations.
3. Role of glass in Acoustics. Study theory of electromagnetic radiation, internal & external
reflections, day-lighting in buildings.
4. Introduction and basic concepts on solar control and thermal Insulation (SF, UV, SHGC).
Need for Green Buildings – energy-efficient buildings, benefits of going green, achieving
energy-efficiency using glass.
5. Performance parameters (Energy codes and Green ratings- ECBC, IGBC, GRIHA. Case
study Green Building Designed predominantly with energy efficient materials.
Calculations involving basic factors in Glass Design, Optimization of Glass for wastage
reduction and standardization of design.
Course Outcomes:
1. Application of glass as a versatile material for appropriate use and improved building
performance in outdoors as well as indoors.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction – Glass the Building Material
2. Importance of glass in modern architecture
3. Glass as an exterior element
4. Glass as an interior element
5. Properties of glass
6. Production of glass
7. Value additions – coating technology etc
8. Processing – tempering, heat strengthening, laminated, ceramic fritting
9. Types of glass - mirror, lacquered, fire-resistant and modern glass with different
applications.
10. Exercise – Market survey
11. Exercise – Market survey
12. Design and application of sealant
13. Use of glass for different building functions - hospitals
14. Glass in airport buildings
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 17. Robustness of glass structures Blast resistant glass; shock and bullet resistant glass;
seismic action.
18. Human safety compliances in using glass as a material
19. Fire-safety considerations, fire resistant glazing
20. Role of glass in Acoustics, acoustic glass solutions
21. Theory of electromagnetic radiation, internal & external reflections
22. Role of glass in day-lighting in buildings – windows, skylight etc
23. Basic concepts on solar control and thermal Insulation (SF, UV, SHGC)
24. Concept of green buildings, the need and understanding
25. Energy-efficient buildings and its benefits
26. Role of glass in attaining energy efficiency
27. Introduction to National Building Code (NBC) 2016
28. Performance parameters - Energy codes and Green ratings- ECBC, IGBC, GRIHA
29. Case example of Green Building designs in India
30. Case example of Green Building designs abroad
31. Calculations involving basic factors in Glass Design
32. Optimization of Glass for wastage reduction
33. Standardization of design, specifications
34. Exercise – Case study of project
35. Exercise – Case study of project
36. Exercise – Case study of project
Book References:
1. R. Nijsee: Glass in Structures, Birkhauser, Basel, Berlin, Boston, 2003.
2. C. Schittich et al. Glass construction manual, Bikhauser. Basel, Boston, Berlin, 1999.
3. ISTRUCTE: Structural use of Glass in building, The Inst. 0f Structural Engineers, London,
1999.
4. National Building Code
5. Documents of ECBC, IGBC, GRIHA, TERI
Web References:
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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Advanced Landscape Architecture
Course Code: ARC 375
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand Regional scale of landscape architecture and its allied aspects.
2. To study contemporary landscapes and how environmental issues and ecological issues
have been resolved in them.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Modern garden design and innovations in landscape architecture; The contemporary
history of the profession with study of theory and works of Andrew Jackson Downing,
Frederick Law Olmsted, Ian McHarg, Thomas Church, Lawrence Halprin. Burle Marx to
present day significant designers.
2. The growth and development of Landscape as a profession. Professional education,
the environmental movement, large scale regional planning, significant landscape
architectural projects of the past century.
3. Landscapes and cities: rural settlements and civic transformations; landscape
fragmentation, sensitivity and change.
4. Multifunctional landscapes, Continuous Productive Urban Landscapes- urban
agriculture for sustainable cities; Market gardens
5. Landscapes- as historic preservation resource; Green pilgrimage network, Sacred
landscapes. Historic Urban Landscapes.
Course Outcomes:
1. Understanding landscape architecture from a larger perspective.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:
1. Poetics of Garden by Charles Moore
2. Modern landscape Architecture: a Critical Review published by the MIT press
3. Preserving Modern Landscape Architecture, Papers From The Wave Hill, National Park
Service Conference
4. Landscape Transformed, Academy Editins, 1996
5. Design with Nature, Ian Mc Harg
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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B. Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: High Rise Buildings
Course Code: ARC 376
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: to make students understand
1. To give an experience in the implementation of new technological concepts which are
applied in High Rise Buildings.
2. To study different methods of construction to successfully achieve the structural design
with recommended specifications.
3. To study technological principles of Design and feasibility of High rise buildings
4. To provide a coherent development to the students for the courses in sector high density
building construction technology
Description of Contents in brief:
1. High rise buildings through history
2. Principles applied to the Architectural design of High rise building form.
3. Structural systems adopted for high rise buildings like rigid frame system, shear wall
system, tubular system, concept of mechanical floor,
4. High rise buildings user perception and basic design concepts, structural efficiency,
aspect ratio, wind flow analysis etc.
5. Bye laws related to High rise and High density buildings CTBUH guidelines
6. High rise buildings services- Fire fighting, water-supply, sanitation, Elevators etc.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Architectural Design of High rise building
2. The students will learn to understand the theoretical and practical aspects of new
technology in high rise building construction along with various aspects of Architectural
Design
3. The students will get a diverse knowledge of Advanced technology practices applied to
real life problems.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to High Rise High Density Buildings, types of High Rise buildings
2. History and important bench marks in High Rise buildings
3. Architectural principles involved in designing High Rise buildings.
4. Design dilemma, form follows function or function follows form
5. Perception, Aspect ratio and Structural efficiency in design
6. Tutorial-I:
7. Introduction to structural systems used in High Rise Buildings
8. Rigid Frame structural system
9. Tutorial-II: Case study
10. Shear wall structural system
11. Tutorial-III: Case Study
12. Tubular structural system
13. Tutorial -IV: Case Study
14. Diagrid structural system
15. Tutorial -V: Case Study
16. Exoskeletal structural system
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 19. Tutorial -II: Case study of each of the above structural system types
20. Bye laws related to high rise buildings
21. Bye laws related to mechanical floors
22. Introduction to Wind Flow around High rise buildings
23. Tutorial-III: Wind Flow analysis of around High rise Buildings
24. Design and placements of elevators
25. Types of Elevators
26. Vertical zoning in buildings with respect to elevators
27. Mid Term
28. Introduction and importance of fire hazard prevention in design
29. Fire escape design and bye laws related to fire hazards
30. Vertical zoning with respect to fire fighting
31. Tutorial- IV: Fire Escape Plan
32. Water supply design and principles in High Rise buildings
33. Sanitation and solid waste design and principles in High Rise Buildings
34. Tutorial- V: Services Design Exercise
35. Tutorial -VI: Study of Elevators
Book References:
1. Modern Construction Envelops, by Andrew Watts, newtechnic, publishing
2. Modern Steel Construction, AISC
3. Architecture of Tall Buildings, CTBUH
Web References:
1. https://tinyurl.com/y29f859p
2. https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/
3. https://www.ctbuh.org/resource/height

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B. Arch. Semester:X Year:V
Name of Course: Office Management
Course Code: ARC 377
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Develop an understanding of the diverse range of responsibilities ensuring that office
processes and activities are efficiently and smoothly managed.
2. Induce an assertive and organized approach to managing people and processes in office.
3. Facilitate harmonious and productive working in the office environment.
4. Introduce management skills and planning techniques to improve information flow and
achieve objectives of an architectural office.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. INTRODUCTION TO ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE MANAGEMENT
o Principles of Administrative Office Management
o Solving Problems in Administrative Office Management
2. MANAGING HUMAN RESOURCES
o Selecting and Orienting the Office Staff
o Supervising the Office Staff
o Training, Appraising, and Promoting Office Personnel
o Office Job Analysis
o Office Administration
o Labor-Management Relations in the Office
o Office Personnel Problems and Practices
3. MANAGING ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
o Space Management for Administrative Services
o Ergonomics in the Office
o Telecommunications in Administration
4. MANAGING ADMINISTRATIVE SYSTEMS
o Analyzing Administrative Office Systems
o Improving Office Productivity
o Budgetary Control
5. OVERVIEW OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES
o Quality Theories
o Quality Tools
o Total Quality Management ( TQM) Implementation
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Understand the range of responsibilities and skills required by the office manager
2. Apply techniques to plan and manage workload effectively and achieve objectives
3. Create and apply a checklist of systems and procedures for smooth running of an office
4. Identify components of good human relations within an office environment
5. Employ effective management practices, current equipments, and techniques
6. Demonstrate an understanding of quality movement concepts that impact the office
7. Apply sound practices of office management to the solution of everyday office problems
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Office Management
2. Functions of Office Management
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 4. Office Machines, manuals, charts and reports
5. Personnel Management, Supervision, Control and coordination
6. The office layout
7. The role of a manager
8. Organizing the Organization
9. How recruitment & selection affect office management
10. Writing job description
11. Conducting a job interview
12. Office/Workplace ethics
13. Office administration
14. The paper flow challenge
15. Planning, organizing and controlling
16. Introduction to Time management
17. Prevent overuse of technology
18. The top office time wasters
19. Organizational faults
20. The “administrator/process manager” role
21. The “people/HR manager” role
22. The “project manager” role
23. Organizational skills
24. Communication and other interpersonal skills
25. Essential skills for the Office Manager
26. Image, dress and professionalism
27. Time management, planning and prioritizing
28. Problem solving and decision making; Stress responses
29. Understanding and applying company objectives, policies, procedures and protocols
30. Practicing exceptional office etiquette
31. Engineering administrative processes for efficiency and effectiveness
32. Contributing to the financial efficiency of your company
33. Managing people so that they are happy and productive
34. Office related procurement, supplier contracts and Service Level Agreements
35. Planning, Organizing, Staffing. Directing, Motivating and Coordinating functions
36. Receiving, Recording, Arranging and Giving Information
37. Management Functions in office management
38. Public Relations Functions in office management
39. Instituting Office Systems and Routines
40. Retention of Records and Safeguarding Assets
41. Form Designing and Control; Stationary and Supplies Control
42. Personnel Function and Controlling Office Costs
43. Selection and Purchase of Office Appliances
44. The office functions: planning, organizing, staffing, directing, motivating, and coordinating.
45. Final Conclusions, Discussions
Book References:
1. Administrative Management: Setting People Up for Success, 1st Edition, Carlene Cassidy;
Robert Kreitner, Ph.D.; Susie VanHuss
2. The Administrative Professional: Technology & Procedures, 14th Edition, Patsy Fulton-
Calkins; Dianne S. Rankin; Kellie A. Shumack, Ph.D.
3. Modern Office Management, by Niraj Kumar & Chetan Srivastava; Publisher: New Royal
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 Web References:
1. https://accountlearning.com/office-management-meaning-definition-elements/
2. https://www.kullabs.com/classes/subjects/units/lessons/notes/note-detail/5713
3. https://tyrocity.com/topic/concept-of-office-management/
4. https://www.thebalancesmb.com/control-chaos-in-small-business-2948509

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Marketing management and skills
Course Code: ARC 378
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To introduce the concept of market and marketing and ideas about launching a product.
2. To introduce the various marketing strategies.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to marketing, concept of market and marketing, marketing environment,
controllable factors - factors directed by top management - factors directed by
marketing, uncontrollable factors - demography, economic conditions, competition.
2. Social and Marketing planning, marketing planning process - Boston consultancy group
model, marketing mix, marketing mix variables. Developing, testing and launching of
new products.
3. Market segmentation and market targeting - introduction to segmentation, targeting
and product positioning. Marketing research - need and scope, marketing research
process, research objectives, developing research plan, collecting information, analysis,
and findings.
4. Consumer behaviour - factors influencing consumer behavior, perceived risks Product life
cycle, marketing strategies for different stages of product life cycle.
5. Marketing communication, marketing mix variables, steps in developing effective
communication, identification of target audience, determination of communication
objectives.
6. Designing the message,selecting the communication channels,promotion mix evaluation,
advertising and sales promotion,factors in advertising, sales promotion tools. New trends
in marketing- Brand management, significance of branding to consumers and firms.
Course Outcomes:Students will be able to
1. State the role and functions of marketing within a range of organizations.
2. Describe key marketing concepts, theories and techniques for analyzing a variety of
marketing situations.
3. Identify and demonstrate the dynamic nature of the environment in which marketing
decisions are taken and Synthesize ideas into a marketing plan
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:
1. Majumdar R., Marketing Research, Text, Applications and Case Studies, New Age
International (P), 1991
2. Ramaswamy V.S. & Namkumari S, Marketing Management: Planning, Implementation
and Control, Macmillan India Limited, 2002
3. Robert, Marketing Research, Prentice Hall of India,1999
4. T N Chabra and S K Grover : Marketing management, Dhanpat Rai, 2007
5. Kotler P, Marketing Management: Analysis, Planning, Implementation and Control,
Prentice Hall of India,1993
6. Stanton W.J., Etzel M.J. & Walker B.J, Fundamentals of Marketing, McGraw Hill
International Edition, 1994
Web References:

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Auditorium Acoustics, Systems and Services
Course Code: ARC 379
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To develop a comprehensive understanding of architectural acoustics for auditoriums,
multiplexes and cinema halls.
2. To develop a comprehensive understanding and integration of the specialized nature of
services and systems for auditoriums, multiplexes and cinema halls.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Sound principles and engineering; measurement of sound, frequency, intensity, decibel
scale, auditory range, etc.
2. Auditorium design (size, shape, sitting arrangement design criteria for
speech and music, acoustical correction design and modification techniques,
3. Electro-Acoustics (various systems such as unidirectional, stereophonic, digital and
surround sound systems, various requirements for theatres, motion picture halls,
multiplexes and multipurpose auditoriums, etc.
4. Open-Air Acoustics ;behaviour of sound in free field, absorption from air and other
elements, barriers, landscaping elements, thermal and wind gradient, reduction of noise by
screening, screening by planting and relevant case examples of design and planning of
open-air theatres
5. Integrating services such HVAC, lighting, electricity / energy, fire safety,
telecommunication, surveillance systems, sanitary, garbage, parking; and site planning;
building byelaws, rules and code provisions
Course Outcomes: Students will
1. Understand the fundamentals of auditorium acoustics.
2. Be able to design an effective acoustic environment.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the subject, syllabus, assignments and evaluation pattern
2. Development of area of study; simple to complex.
3. Definitions and study parameters
4. Behavior of sound in indoor spaces
5. Visual clarity needs
6. Speech clarity and intelligibility
7. Auditorium design; size, shape, sitting arrangement
8. Auditorium design acoustical correction design and modification techniques
9. Case study
10. Case study
11. Case study
12. Design exercise
13. Design exercise
14. Design exercise
15. Design exercise
16. Design exercise
17. Design exercise
18. Submission of data sheets and drawings
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 20. Electro-Acoustics cont…
21. Specific needs of auditorium, cinema, music, speech for above
22. Assignment on above
23. Assignment on above cont…
24. Open-Air Acoustics ;behaviour of sound in free field,
25. absorption from air and other elements, barriers, landscaping elements, thermal and wind
gradient, s
26. reduction of noise by screening, screening by planting
27. relevant case examples of design and planning of open-air theatre
28. Case study
29. Case study
30. Design exercise
31. Design exercise
32. Design exercise
33. Design exercise
34. Integrating HVAC services
35. Integrating lighting, electricity / energy,
36. Integrating fire safety, telecommunication, surveillance systems,
37. Integrating sanitary, garbage, parking; and site planning;
38. Integrating building byelaws, rules and code provisions
39. Integration of above aspects in the design
40. Integration of above aspects in the design
41. Integration of above aspects in the design
42. Integration of above aspects in the design
43. Integration of above aspects in the design
44. Integration of above aspects in the design
45. Final drawings and data sheets
46. Final drawings and data sheets
Book References:
1. Acoustics and Noise Control, 3rd Edition, B. J. Smith, R. J. Peters, Stephanie Owen, T&F
India
2. Master Handbook of Acoustics, Sixth Edition 6thEdition, F. Alton Everest, Ken Pohlmann,
McGraw-Hill Education TAB
Web References:
1. https://www.roomeqwizard.com/

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B. Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Advanced Building Construction and Technology
Course Code: ARC 380
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: to make students understand
1. To give an experience in the implementation of new technology concepts which are
applied in field of Advanced construction.
2. To study different methods of construction to successfully achieve the structural design
with recommended specifications.
3. To involve the application of scientific and technological principles of planning, analysis,
design and management to construction technology.
4. To provide a coherent development to the students for the courses in sector of
Advanced construction technology.
5. To present the new technology in building construction and concepts related to
Advanced construction technology.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to MMC- Modern Methods of Construction, Volumetric construction,
Hybrid construction, Panellised construction.
2. Modern construction systems and techniques adopted like lift-slab, slipform, shotcrete
etc.
3. Precast: Floor Slabs Types, DryWalls, Columns, Installation Details, Finishes.
4. External Façade: Glass façade- types and installation details.
5. Large Span roofing like Domes, shells, vaults. Large span roofing for special areas like
gymnasium, airport, stadium, etc.
6. Space frames tensile structures, pneumatic structures
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. The students will gain an experience in the implementation of new construction
technology on engineering concepts which are applied in field Advanced construction
technology.
2. The students will get a diverse knowledge of Advanced technology practices applied to
real life problems.
3. The students will learn to understand the theoretical and practical aspects of new
technology in building construction along with the design and management applications.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to Modern Methods of Construction
2. Types of MMC (Modern Methods of Construction)
3. Volumetric Construction Techniques
4. Hybrid Construction Techniques
5. Panellised Construction Techniques
6. Introduction to Modern Techniques of Construction and Types
7. Lift Slab construction techniques
8. Tutorial-I
9. Slip-formwork Technique
10. Tutorial-II
11. Shotcrete Technique
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 14. Dry wall construction Technique and installations procedures
15. Precast column Technique and installations procedures
16. Tutorial- IV
17. Mid Term
18. Introduction to External Facades
19. Introduction to glass facades Types and installations
20. Introduction to large span roofing systems
21. Evolution of domes
22. Introduction to domes and types of domes
23. Geodesic domes Geometry and types of Geodesic domes
24. Tutorial-V
25. Introduction to Lamella Domes
26. Lamella Domes Geometry and types of Geodesic domes
27. Tutorial -VI
28. Introduction To Vaults
29. Types of vaults
30. Introduction to Tensile Structures
31. Types and geometries of Tensile structures
32. Installation of various types of tensile structures
33. Tutorial-VII
34. Introduction to Pneumatic Structures
35. Types and characteristics of Pneumatic structures
36. Tutorial- VIII
37. Introduction to shells
38. Design and geometries of Shell structures
39. Tutorial- IX
Book References:
1. R. Chudley, Construction Technology Vol. I, II, III, IV, Longman Group Limited, London
2. R. Chudley (revised by R. Greeno), Building Construction Handbook, Addison Wesley,
Longman Group, England
3. S.S. Ataev, Construction Technology, Mir Publishers
Web References:
1. https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Types_of_dome
2. https://www.vikingdome.com/domes/
3. https://www.geometrica.com/en/cladding

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Building Maintenance
Course Code: ARC 381
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand building types and their maintenance needs and a basic knowledge of
standard practices.
2. To develop an understanding of maintenance as a substantial contribution towards
adequacy of design and suitability of materials.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Need and importance of building maintenance, its economic and social significance.
Categories of maintenance -planned maintenance, preventive maintenance, running
care-taker maintenance, CPWD/state PWD pattern of maintenance.
2. Maintenance Generators – climatic conditions; usages, defects in original design/
construction, changing standards and tastes.
3. Study of organization of maintenance- managing maintenance, financing & budgeting for
maintenance, etc. Understanding of technology and techniques involved in building
maintenance. Introduction to execution of maintenance work, controlling costs,
information systems in maintenance. Inspections - annual, periodical, special, checklist
and proformas. Creating database for maintenance, maintaining building registers,
inventories, inspection reports, records, user complaints.
4. Understanding building defects & ailments, examining symptoms of various types and
patterns of buildings disease and ailments, structural, non-structural finishes, stains,
services ailments, leakages & dampness, corrosion protection, sulphate attacks.
Diagnosing & determining causes, prescribing effective remedial action.
Course Outcomes:
1. Developing concept of maintenance as continuous phenomena and preventive
approach for longevity of buildings.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 6 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Earthquake Resistant Architecture
Course Code: ARC 382
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Earthquake when occur, building shakes laterally causes damages in structure and
sometimes collapse of building. This course is aimed to understand the reasons of damages
in buildings during earthquake and also how to deal with design so that occurrence of
damages can be minimized.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Science of earthquake, impacts of earthquake on buildings.
2. Basis for earthquake design of buildings, prevention of damages in building due to
earthquake in existing buildings, design for earthquake for proposed buildings.
3. Guideline for construction of buildings in earthquake prone areas.
4. Standards and codes for earthquake resistant building design.
Course Outcomes:
1. This course will give an insight to learner that how ground behaves during earthquake and
due to shaking of ground how building respond to it.
2. The course will give an understanding that what are basics to be integrated in building
design so that they are safe and losses can be minimized.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Science of earthquake
2. Characteristic of earthquake waves
3. Terminology and definitions
4. Measurement of earthquake
5. Causes for failure of buildings
6. Structural failure of building
7. Partial failure of buildings
8. Material failure of buildings
9. Foundation failure of buildings
10. Failure of load bearing structure – foundation
11. Failure of load bearing structure – Walls and windows
12. Failure of RCC structure – Foundation and column
13. Failure of building structure – Beams and staircase
14. Basics of building design
15. Material for buildings
16. Configuration of buildings
17. Do’s and Don’ts in plans of building
18. Do’s and Don’ts in sections of building
19. Design for load bearing structures – Foundation
20. Design for load bearing structure – Walls and opening
21. Design for RCC structure – Column
22. Design of RCC structure - foundation
23. Design for RCC structure – Beams and slabs
24. Earthquake resistant design techniques – Foundation
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 27. Bracing of building
28. Earthquake Zones of India
29. Standards and codes for design
30. Preparation of checklist for earthquake design
31. History of earthquake in India
32. Case study – Bhuj
33. Continued
34. Case study – Srinagar
35. Case study – Latur
36. History of earthquake international
37. Case study 1 – International
38. Case study 2 – International
39. Case study 3 – International
40. Design recommendation for Zone 3
41. Continued
42. Design recommendation for Zone 4
43. Continued
Book References:
1. Some Concepts in Earthquake Behaviour of Buildings Author C. V. R. Murty Rupen Goswami
A. R. Vijayanarayanan Vipul V. Mehta
2. EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT DESIGN OF STRUCTURES 1 Dr. G. P. Chandradhara
3. Handbook on construction of earthquake resistant building by Indian Railways
4. Earthquake resistant design of structure by S K Duggal
5. Earthquake Design Practice for Buildings, Third edition Author Edmund Booth
Web References:
1. https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.nibs.org/resource/resmgr/BSSC/FEMA_P-749.pdf
2. https://www.engineeringbookspdf.com/earthquake-resistant-design-of-structures-2nd-
edition/
3. https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/bfm%3A978-3-540-93818-7%2F1.pdf
4. https://www.academia.edu/14715082/EARTHQUAKE_RESISTANT_DESIGN_OF_STRUCTURE
S
5. https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/20130726-1759-25045-5477/fema_p_749.pdf

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Photography
Course Code: ARC 386
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To give exposure to photography (still and video) as means of documentation and medium
of expressions.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. History of photography till contemporary times.
2. Study basic equipments – development of cameras and lenses and their types, techniques –
film speed, lighting, exposure, measurement, grey scale and photo-finishing.
3. Contemporary photography tools, print equipment and, papers.
4. Composing photographs for different purposes; role of subject, foreground, background,
light source, color.
5. Use of software tools for processing of photographs and videos.
6. Photography practical on - Simple objects and subjects, lighting, still life composition with
the play of light and shadow. Photographing historical and modem buildings. Architectural
details such as staircases, brackets, cornices, louvers columns, inlay design, Indoor/outdoor
sculptures, murals etc.
7. The subject is skilled based and may require field trips for exercises and lessons.
Course Outcomes:
1. Will have ability to compose technically correct photograph shots.
2. Acquiring technical knowledge and usage of photography equipment.
3. Will be able to handle various settings as appropriate for a type of photograph or video.
4. Acquire an additional skill.
Lecture Schedule:
1. History of photography till contemporary times.
2. Photography in modern times before the coming of Digital era
3. Contd
4. Contd
5. Contemporary camera for still and video photography and their development
6. Contd.
7. Contd.
8. Composing a shot
9. Contd.
10. Contd.
11. Contd.
12. Contd.
13. Use of software tools such as Adobe Photoshop for processing of still photographs
14. Contd.
15. Contd.
16. Contd.
17. Contd.
18. Use of software tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro for processing of still photographs
19. Contd.
20. Contd.
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 22. Contd.
Book References:
1. Portraits, Steve McCurry
2. Architectural Photography, Adrian Schulz
3. The Landscape Photography Book, By Scott Kelby
4. Digital Video Shooting for Beginners and Moving Image Theory, By Ron Belshaw
Web References:
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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Low cost building design and techniques
Course Code: ARC 387
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the various low cost design systems and to understand use of materials,
construction and execution techniques in design of low-cost buildings.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Need and demand for low-cost buildings, and the related issues and challenges. Study of
low-cost buildings, construction techniques. Low-cost building construction systems,
methods &techniques.
2. Introduction to low-cost buildings, building components influencing cost of buildings.
Study Modular coordination in building design, prefabrication- total and partial, and
impact of prefabrication on employment. Understand Building construction detailing for
cost reduction, cost control techniques, research and development by various
organizations in the country and foreign countries to reduce the cost.
3. Case study of low-cost building projects in India with issues related to site, material,
services, technology, and construction, and expectations of user. Post-occupancy
evaluations of such projects.
Course Outcomes:
1. Development of construction technology and innovative techniques as tools to address
demand to mass construction.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Overview of need and demand for low-cost buildings
2. Issues and challenges of low cost design
3. Overview of low cost buildings and architects following low cost design techniques in
various parts of India
4. Case examples of low cost buildings in Northern India
5. Case examples of low cost buildings in Southern India
6. Case examples of low cost buildings in Eastern India
7. Case examples of low cost buildings in Western India
8. Case examples of low cost buildings in Central India
9. Case examples of indigenous low cost buildings in various parts of the world
10. Contd
11. Exercise – Presentation on vernacular architects and their works
12. Contd
13. Overview of Low-cost building construction systems, methods &techniques.
14. Building components influencing cost of buildings
15. Modular coordination in building design
16. Need for cost effective construction
17. Innovations of building techniques for cost effective construction
18. Exploration of materials for reducing the cost - indigenous building materials, organic
and inorganic building materials, alternative building materials, use of industrial and
agricultural wastes
19. Concepts of cost effective materials - Soil, Fly ash, Ferro cement, Lime, Fibres, Stone
Dust, Boulders and oversize metal, Bitumen etc.
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 bricks, Hollow concrete blocks, stone masonry blocks, Ferrocement partitions.
21. Contd
22. Cost effective building material products : Roofs – Precast R.C. Plank & Joists roof,
precast channel roof, Precast L-panel roof, Precast Funicular shells, Ferrocement shells,
Filler Slab, Seasal Fibre roof, improved country tiles, Thatch roof.
23. Contd
24. Site visit on related topic
25. Market survey on cost effective materials
26. Survey of materials development by research organizations like CBRI, SERC etc.
27. Cost Effective Construction Technologies - Stub Foundation, Rat Trap Bond, Ferro
cement technique, Mud Technology etc
28. Use of cost effective technologies through the use of local materials
29. Reinvention and upgradation of traditional technologies
30. Prefabrication
31. Exploring cost effective construction equipment - Brick moulding machine etc
32. Building construction detailing for cost reduction
33. Cost control techniques
34. Research and development by various organizations in the country and foreign countries
to reduce the cost
35. Critical analysis (in terms of initial investment, maintenance cost and longevity of
buildings)
36. Post occupancy evaluation of projects
37. Exercise - Case study of low-cost building projects in India
38. Contd
39. Contd
40. Contd
Book References:
1. Low Cost Housing in Developing Countries- G.C. Mathur
2. Alternative Building Materials and Technologies – By K S Jagadeesh, B V Venkatta Rama
Reddy & K S Nanjunda Rao – New Age International Publishers
3. Buildings How to Reduce Cost – Laurie Backer - Cost Ford
4. Publication of CBRI, SERC, RRL, NBO, COSTFORD.
Web References:
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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Institutional building and campus planning
Course Code: ARC 388
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To develop a comprehensive understanding of planning of institutional campus and the
specialized nature of services, amenities and infrastructure planning required for an
institution.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to various types of institutes such as educational, religious, cultural, etc.
with focus on the particular site services and planning strategies required for each.
2. Introduction to institution building design with emphasis on their services for water,
sanitation, garbage, electricity / energy, telecommunication, parking and site planning
along with emphasis on detailing of special requirements for areas like lecture halls,
congregation spaces -conference, assembly halls, OATs, auditoriums, etc.
3. Study of building byelaws, rules and code provisions for institutional buildings also
introduction to smart technologies for institution buildings. study of principles of a
campus design, organic order, participation incremental growth, patterns diagnosis,
campuses in India and abroad, planning process, site analysis, the building program,
campus master plan, landscape design, road networking, parking, design of open spaces
etc. related to campus design.
4. Case studies and design exercises of campus planning with integration of services of
institutional building services with site services, campus master planning with focus on
movement pattern, parking, housing, amenities, functional requirements and other
context-specific services required. Design emphasis on detailing of spatial layout, site-
planning and services, etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Grasp the complexities of campus planning.
2. Become adept in designing the services for large campuses.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Ideation
Course Code: ARC 389
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the creative process involving design research & thinking, prototyping,
technology, business etc. in order to generate ideas for architecture, art and design.
2. To explore the various design research skills, strategies, form, and processes.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. The course structure should be exercise based such that it ideally explores various formal
aspects of design resolution methods, understanding of new ideas in various product
designs in context to human and his habitation, environmental concerns, materiality,
formal and cultural aesthetics.
2. Inspiration for design - using our senses -seeing, hearing, touching, tasting, smelling,
feeling and collecting, obsessing, hoarding, re-appropriating, re-contextualizing and
remixing. Research / Brainstorming – asking and listening, researching (visual, materials,
user /ethnographic, systems activity, primary, scholarly), brainstorming, game-storming,
ideation.
3. Representation and Organization of information (Sketching / Mapping) - visualizing,
drawing, sketching, planning & mapping techniques, grouping, clustering, comparing,
contrasting, organizing and designing, reorganizing and redesigning, shaping and
forming, discerning and revealing, connecting and disconnecting.
4. Prototyping - making, building, creating, rapid prototyping, iterating, Selection and
edition, breaking then repeating the whole exercise with a new strategy. Marketing /
Pitching of the design idea - Storytelling, engaging, communicating, selling, etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Development of creative process of ideas, themes for understanding, of architecture,
and design.
2. Initiation of space for creativity and hypothesis for conceptualization and idea
formation.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program:B. Arch. Semester:X Year:V
Name of Course: Companies Law
Course Code: ARC 390
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To impart expert knowledge of the various provisions of the Companies Act.
2. Introduction to schedules, rules, notifications, circulars including secretarial practice, case
laws and Secretarial Standards.
3. Formulate strategies for organizational up-gradation and functioning.
4. Understand how to raise and manage funds and accounts in a company.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to Company Law: Jurisprudence of Company Law; Meaning, Nature, Features
of a company; Judicial acceptance of the company as a separate legal entity; Concept of
Corporate Veil, Applicability of Companies Act; Definitions and Key Concepts. Shares and
Share Capital: Meaning and types of Capital; Concept of issue and allotment; Issue of Share
certificates; Further Issue of Share Capital.
2. Members and Shareholders: How to become a member; Register of Members; Declaration
of Beneficial Interest; Rectification of Register of Members; Rights of Members; Variation of
Shareholders’ rights; Shareholders Democracy; Shareholder agreement, Subscription
Agreements, Veto powers. Debt Instruments: Issue and redemption of Debentures and
Bonds; creation of security; Debenture redemption reserve; debenture trust deed;
conversion of debentures into shares; Overview of Company Deposits.
3. Charges: Creation of Charges; Registration, Modification and Satisfaction of Charges;
Register of Charges; Inspection of charges; Punishment for contravention; Rectification by
Central Government in Register of charges. Distribution of Profits: Profit and Ascertainment
of Divisible Profits; Declaration and Payment of Dividend; Unpaid Dividend Account;
Investor Education and Protection Fund; Right to dividend; rights shares and bonus shares
to be held in abeyance. Corporate Social Responsibility.
4. Transparency and Disclosures: Board’s Report; Annual Return; Annual Report; Website
disclosures; Policies. An overview of Inter-Corporate Loans, Investments, Guarantees and
Security, Related Party Transactions. Registers and Records: Maintenance and Disposal. An
overview of Corporate Reorganization.
5. Board Constitution and its Powers: Board composition; Restriction and Powers of Board;
Board Committees- Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee,
Stakeholder relationship Committee and other Committees. Directors: DIN requirement,
Types of Directors; Appointment/ Reappointment, Disqualifications, Vacation of Office,
Retirement, Resignation and Removal, and Duties of Directors; Rights of Directors
6. Meetings of Board and its Committees: Frequency, Convening and Proceedings of Board
and Committee meetings; Agenda Management; Management Information System;
Meeting Management; Resolution by Circulation; Types of Resolutions. General Meetings:
Annual General Meeting; Extraordinary general Meetings; Other General
Meetings; Types of Resolutions; Notice, Quorum, Poll, Chairman, Proxy; Meeting and
Agenda
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Differentiate between kind of corporate entities that are permitted to be set up
2. Incorporate a Company and will be aware about rules and procedures for running a company
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 4. Understand the rights and obligations of shareholders and other stakeholders including
employees and creditors
5. Winding up of a company and its procedures
Lecture Schedule:
1. Business Organization, Corporate personality and Registration of companies
2. Business and corporate personality: its nature, advantages, disadvantages and types
3. Registration, incorporation and commencement of business by companies
4. Objects, powers of companies and their internal administration
5. Kinds of meetings and other applicable law
6. Kinds of companies
7. Meetings of companies
8. Other laws affecting companies
9. Raising of capital by companies
10. Share capital and its nature, kinds, rights and liabilities of shareholders
11. Alteration of capital and its implications
12. Raising of capital by companies by issue of securities
13. Listing and de-listing of securities and their implications
14. SEBI- issue of capital and disclosure requirements
15. Issue of capital and disclosure requirements of Indian companies: Part 1
16. Issue of capital and disclosure requirements of Indian companies: Part 2
17. Insider trading and fraudulent and unfair dealings in securities and their implications
18. Borrowings and investments by companies
19. Corporate borrowings and investments
20. Foreign Direct investments in Indian companies
21. Corporate Management and Governance: Part 1
22. Governance structure of companies
23. Directors, their appointment, qualifications, position, powers, duties and liabilities
24. Types of directors and other managerial personnel companies
25. Corporate Management and Governance
26. Corporate governance in Indian companies
27. Corporate Social Responsibility
28. Promoters, their position, power, duties and liabilities
29. Dividend and accounts of companies
30. Director's responsibility statement and other duties in lying accounts before shareholders
31. Audit of companies
32. Auditors, their duties and liabilities
33. Business rescue proceedings and compromises
34. Compromises, Arrangements, Reconstruction, Amalgamation and Mergers of companies
35. Take over and Acquisition of companies
36. Recent cases on Mergers and Acquisition
37. Investigation and adjudicatory machinery
38. Investigation of companies, its need and procedure
39. Company Law board/ National Company Law Tribunal/ National Company Law Appellate
Tribunal, their constitution, powers and duties
40. Special courts, their constitution, powers and duties
41. Remedies to shareholders and others
42. Shareholders and creditors remedies of personal actions, derivative actions or class
action suits including cases of oppression and mismanagement
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 44. Insolvency and Bankruptcy
45. Corporate Insolvency
46. Insolvency and Bankruptcy code,2016
Book References:
1. Company Law Ready Reckoner; Commercial Law Publishers, 151, Rajinder Market, Opp. Tis Hazari
Court, Delhi-110054 by R. Suryanarayanan
2. Principles of Modern Company Law; Stevens & Sons Ltd., London by L.C.B. Gower
3. Guide to the Companies Act; Lexis Nexis, Butterworths Wadhwa, Nagpur by A. Ramaiya
Web References:
1. https://www.youtube.com/user/icsicompaniesact2013
2. https://swayam.gov.in/nd2_cec20_hs23/preview
3. https://enhelion.com/product/Certificate-in-Introduction-to-Mergers-and-Acquisitions-and-
the-Law
4. https://www.coa.gov.in/index1.php?&lang=1&level=0&linkid=13&lid=14

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Leadership development Business environment
Course Code: ARC 391
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To enable students to prepare themselves to become leaders of organizations and
embark on paths of personal leadership development.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of motivational capabilities, building support teams, purpose-driven, empowering
leadership, and improving leadership effectiveness through style and use of power.
2. Understand the leadership journeys of great leaders by reflecting upon and framing their
life stories and experiences to date.
3. To participate fully in open, intimate small-group discussions about the reflective
exercises they have completed on their own. To gain clarity about their leadership
principles, values, and ethical boundaries, and how they will respond under pressure
when challenged. To understand what is motivating them, both extrinsically and
intrinsically, and to find leadership paths that will enable them to utilize their motivated
capabilities.
4. To explore how to build support teams and lead an integrated life. To understand the
purpose of their leadership and empower other leaders, while they are optimizing their
leadership effectiveness. To create Personal Leadership Development Plans to guide
them throughout their lives.
Course Outcomes:
1. Motivate towards becoming leaders.
2. To develop team building qualities.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Remote Sensing and GIS
Course Code: ARC 392
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives: To make students understand
1. Basic Understanding of Remote sensing and GIS techniques
2. To introduce application of remote sensing and GIS for object identification and spatial
analysis
3. Preparation of base maps, Landuse / landcover analysis
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction of GIS platform. Basic principal of GIS. Remote Sensing and Sensors.
Methods of photo interpretation and techniques of data collection through satellite data.
2. Classification techniques using satellite data, Digital image processing, enhancement
techniques in urban information extraction.
3. Aerial photography as a tool for collection of data and preparation of maps, its
application in planning and preparation for a project, orientation concept and
methodology transformation and adjustment techniques.
4. Detection, identification and description of defined objects. Use of auxiliary features for
object identification. Systematic scanning of a photograph, and object identification.
Recognition on aerial photograph of objects indicated on ground photographs.
5. Application of RS and GIS. Identification of land use with a given classification. Monitoring
urban changes and Mosaic preparation. Base map preparation, elementary data analysis
using satellite data. Classification, interpretation and delineation of various land use on
satellite data. Future application in planning field.
Course Outcomes: Students will be able to
1. Prepare database and layers in GIS for shadow analysis, crowd simulations, high-density
high-rise planning, parking analysis, Urban monitoring etc.
2. Conduct image interpretation and spatial analysis
3. Use photogrammetry in extraction of feature information Apply RS and GIS techniques in
real world situations for decision making and planning
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to principles of GIS
2. Demonstration of GIS platform and applications
3. Understand map projections and coordinate systems
4. Basic tools like data frames, view, scale and layers
5. Data types- vector and raster
6. Types of Feature class- Point, line, polygon etc.
7. Lab exercises
8. Working and creating features Toolbars – Digitising features, add, modify etc.
9. Editing and Typology building
10. Lab exercises
11. Data structures, storage and models
12. Data Management tools
13. Geoprocessing tools - Buffer analysis, near, proximity analysis etc
14. Lab Exercises
15. Spatial Analytics tools like cluster analysis
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 17.Data queries– attribute, spatial query
18.Lab Exercises
19.Introduction to Remote Sensing (RS)
20.Data types and data acquisition sources
21.Types of images and types of resolutions – Radiometric, spectral, spatial
22.Types of bands and application
23.Application of Remote sensing in qualitative and qualitative assessment
24.Digital image processing
25.Classification techniques using satellite data and enhancement techniques in urban
information extraction.
26. Lab exercises
27. Monitoring of resources – spatio temporal analysis
28. Lab exercises
29. Introducing Aerial photography as a tool for collection of data and preparation of maps
30. Its application in planning and preparation for a project, orientation concept and
methodology transformation and adjustment techniques.
31. Detection, identification and description of defined objects
32. Use of auxiliary features for object identification.
33. Systematic scanning of a photograph, and object identification.
34. Lab Exercises for making overlays and computation of photo scale.
35. Lab exercises on recognition of objects on ground on aerial photographs
36. Application of RS and GIS for monitoring urban changes , growth analysis
37. Base map preparation using RS and GIS
38. Mosaic preparation for spatial analysis
39. Classification, interpretation and delineation of various land use on satellite data.
40. Land use landcover classification
41. Lab Exercises
42. Feature extraction for mapping of built form, vegetation , road etc
43. Class Assignment
44. Continue on exercise
45. Discussions on application in architecture and planning
Book References:
1. Fundamentals of Spatial Information Systems Robert Laurini and Derek Thompson ,
Academic Press
2. Introduction to Remote Sensing by James B Campbell
3. Remote Sensing and Image Interpretation- Lillesand, T.M. and Kiefer, R.W.,Willey.
4. Basics of Remote Sensing and GIS by S. Kumar
Web References:
1. https://gisgeography.com/remote-sensing-earth-observation-guide/
2. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/5418168
3. https://uark.libguides.com/c.php?g=78901&p=508734

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Sustainable Building Design
Course Code: ARC 393
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. Aim is the creation and operation of a healthy built environment based on ecological
principles and resource efficiency. Objective of this course is to develop an understanding
to design a building or group of buildings or a campus which is self-dependent.
2. The course explained the process of design a building to achieve eco-friendly with
minimum impact on surrounding environment, exploring maximum natural energy,
optimising energy usage in building, optimising natural resource consumption and
minimising waste.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of basics of building form in response to climate and orientation.
2. Fabrics of envelopes for natural control of climate in built environment.
3. Sustainable structural systems and resource efficient construction methods.
4. Techniques of climate control systems.
5. Integration of renewable energy systems in building and energy efficient services and
lighting.
6. Landscape design and solid & liquid waste management.
Course Outcomes:
1. In today’s context of conservation of resources and energy, this course will give an insight
to learner the process of sustainable building design. A building which will explore
maximum natural forces, offer optimum consumption of resources such as water and
energy. A building which will design to produce minimum waste and will recycling the
waste.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Review of type of climate, climate characteristics and climate change phenomenon
2. Climate responsive building forms
3. Study of Bio – Climatic tools
4. Roll of wall, roof and window in a building in response to surrounding environment
5. Basics of daylight and ventilation
6. Phenomenon of heat transfer in buildings in different season
7. Appropriate / alternative structural systems
8. Appropriate material and technology for bricks
9. Appropriate alternative to concrete and mortars
10. Glass and glazing of window
11. Prefabricated materials and building components
12. Construction techniques for low water consumption
13. Construction with less man power
14. Recyclability of construction waste
15. List of efficient water supply services and gadgets
16. List of water efficient sanitary services and gadgets
17. List of low carbon emission building systems
18. List of Low energy lighting fixtures and efficient layout of fixtures
19. Daylight integrated lighting system and controls.
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 21. Terrace rain water harvesting
22. Disposal, collection, treatment and Recycle of Sewage
23. Techniques for recycle of domestic organic solid waste
24. Techniques of environmentally safe methods for disposal of plastic and electronic waste
25. Solar energised lighting systems
26. Solar energised air conditioning system
27. Solar energised pumping systems
28. Solar energised domestic gadgets
29. Roof top solar energy plants
30. Active solar cooling and heating building systems
31. Integration of solar cells within building components
32. Solar water heating systems
33. Market survey for available solar systems
34. Study of contours and Zoning of site
35. Landscape scheme
36. Locational aspect of STP, substation and water storage tank
37. Locating captive solar power or wind power plant in site / campus
38. List of sensors used in buildings, Locational aspect of sensors
39. Control devices and control system software
40. Case study of energy efficient independent buildings
41. Case study of energy efficient buildings in group or campus
42. Market survey for energy efficient materials and construction technology
43. Survey for available systems and techniques for solar energy operated gadgets and
equipment
44. Standards and guideline for sustainable building design
45. Survey of Commercially available solar water heating systems
46. Case study of sustainable buildings international
47. Online case study of buildings in India
Book References:
1.
Web References:
1. https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/greenbuilding/materials
2. https://epdf.pub/green-building-handbook-a-companion-guide-to-building-products-and-
their-impact-.html
3. https://doi.org/10.11129/detail.9783955532215
4. https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780123851284/handbook-of-green-building-
design-and-construction
5. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40594-019-0171-6
6. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2210670719309503
7. https://issuu.com/unhabitat/docs/sustainable_building_design_for_tro
8. https://www.slideshare.net/mirandazadeng/green-building-ppt-53285881
9. https://www.teriin.org/sites/default/files/2019-04/Making-Indian-Cities-Energy-
Smart_UNSW-TERI.pdf
10. http://www.gbpn.org/sites/default/files/08.India_TechnicalReport_0.pdf.

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Internet of Things in Buildings
Course Code: ARC 394
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand the techniques and concept of Internet of Things, its uses and applicability
to various businesses and built environments.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Fundamentals of IoT: Business and Technology Drivers and Evolution of IoT; Understanding
IoT Business Models and Design Processes; Key topics pertaining to the Internet of Things
(IoT) from both business and technical aspect; Impacts of IoT and its Utilization in different
Industries; Introduction to essential IoT concepts, models and technologies and their
relations to fundamental IoT characteristics and functions; End-User Devices, Sensors,
embedded beacons, RFIDs, Data analytics & visualization tools.
2. IoT in Different Domains and Industries; Concept of B-IoT (Building-Internet of Things);
Everything-as-a-Service (XaaS); IoT for Facilities; Building Automation; Smart Building
Technologies; Building Information Modelling; Integration of internet in Building
management systems; Different Applications of IoT in Navigation, HVAC Systems, Energy
Efficiency, Water Supply and Sanitation; Air Quality Monitoring, Smart Lighting, Space
Management, Security, Vibration Sensing, Fire and Life Safety.
3. IoT Enabling Technologies; Introduction to Cloud Computing and Big Data; Types of Big
Data; Big Data for Urban Informatics; Urban Sensing: Its context, currently available
datasets; ‘Real-Time’ Planning; Pervasive Technologies and Digital Footprint; Urban
Dynamics; Applications of Urban Sensing: Mobile Phone Network Data, Event Driven
Network Data; Urban Sensing Applications, Monitoring Land Use and Land Use Inferences,
Sensing Urban Mobility and other urban issues; IoT Security and Privacy Challenges.
4. Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning; Defining Data; The
terminologies of AI; What machine learning can and cannot do; Non-technical explanations
of deep learning; A realistic view of AI; Biases and Discriminations in AI; Adversarial attacks
on AI
Course Outcomes:
1. The subject would develop a comprehensive understanding of the techniques and concept
of Internet of Things, its uses and applicability to various businesses, and particularly for the
built environments at the building, community and settlement levels.
2. This course also focuses of analysing existing structures by gathering data remotely, which
can lead to making better decisions in the future designs.
3. Also the students should be able to familiarize themselves with the contemporary
technologies of Cloud Computing, Big Data Analytics, Machine Learning and Artificial
Intelligence.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Fundamentals of IoT: Business and Technology Drivers
2. Evolution of IoT
3. Understanding IoT Business Models and Design Processes
4. Key topics pertaining to the Internet of Things (IoT) from both business and technical
aspects
5. Impacts of IoT and its Utilization in different Industries
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 7. Introduction to different IoT models and technologies
8. Relation of IoT Technologies to fundamental IoT characteristics and functions
9. End-User Devices, Sensors, embedded beacons, RFIDs, Data analytics & visualization tools
(cont.)
10. (cont.) End-User Devices, Sensors, embedded beacons, RFIDs, Data analytics & visualization
tools
11. IoT in Different Domains and Industries
12. Concept of B-IoT (Building-Internet of Things)
13. Concept of Everything-as-a-Service (XaaS)
14. IoT for Facilities
15. Building Automation
16. Smart Building Technologies
17. Building Information Modelling
18. Integration of internet in Building management systems
19. Different Applications of IoT in Navigation, HVAC Systems
20. Different Applications of IoT in Energy Efficiency, Water Supply and Sanitation
21. Different Applications of IoT in Air Quality Monitoring, Smart Lighting
22. Different Applications of IoT in Space Management, Security
23. Different Applications of IoT in Vibration Sensing, Fire and Life Safety
24. IoT Enabling Technologies
25. Introduction to Cloud Computing and Big Data
26. Types of Big Data; Big Data for Urban Informatics (cont.)
27. (cont.) Types of Big Data; Big Data for Urban Informatics
28. Urban Sensing: Its context, currently available datasets
29. ‘Real-Time’ Planning
30. Pervasive Technologies and Digital Footprint
31. Urban Dynamics
32. Applications of Urban Sensing: Mobile Phone Network Data
33. Applications of Urban Sensing: Event Driven Network Data
34. Urban Sensing Applications
35. Monitoring Land Use and Land Use Inferences
36. Sensing Urban Mobility and other urban issues
37. IoT Security and Privacy Challenges (cont.)
38. (cont.) IoT Security and Privacy Challenges
39. Introduction to Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (cont.)
40. (cont.) Introduction to Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
41. Defining Data
42. The terminologies of AI
43. What machine learning can do
44. What machine learning cannot do
45. Non-technical explanations of deep learning
46. A realistic view of AI
47. Biases and Discriminations in AI (cont.)
48. (cont.) Biases and Discriminations in AI
49. Adversarial Attacks on AI
50. Concluding Class and Doubts Solving
Book References:
1. “The Internet of Things” by Samuel Greengard
2. Learning Internet of Things by Peter Waher

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 3. Getting started with Internet of Things by Cuno Pfister
4. IoT Disruptions: The Internet of Things – Innovation & Jobs by Sudha Jamthe
5. Big Data and The Internet of Things by Robert Stackowiak, Art Licht, Venu Mantha and
Louis Nagode
6. “The Fourth Industrial Revolution” by Klaus Schwab
7. “Precision: Principles, Practices and Solutions for the Internet of Things” by Timothy Chou
8. Designing Connected Products by Claire Rowland, Elizabeth Goodman, Martin Charlier and
Alfred Lui
9. The Silent Intelligence by Daniel Kellmereit and Daniel Obodovski
10. The Second Machine Age: Work, Progress and Prosperity in a Time of Brilliant Technologies
by Erik Brynjolfsson and Andrew McAfee
11. Meta Products: Building the Internet of Things by Wimer Hazenberg, Menno Huisman and
Sara Cordoba Rubino
12. Everyware: The dawning age of ubiquitous computing by Adam Greenfield
13. Trillions by Peter Lucas and Joe Ballay
14. The Design of Everyday Things by Don Norman
15. Python Data Science Handbook by Jake VanderPlas
16. Neural Networks and Deep Learning by Michael Nielsen
17. Machine Learning & Big Data by Kareem Alkaseer
18. Automate the Boring Stuff with Python by Al Sweigart
Web References:
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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Security systems
Course Code: ARC 395
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand basic design concepts and emerging technologies of modern buildings.
2. To acquire comprehensive base of knowledge required to understand and apply the
principles, techniques and relevant guidelines for planning and design of security
systems in buildings.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study of Fire Alarm System - fundamentals, fire modes, history, components, and
principles of operation. FAS Components - different fire sensors, smoke detectors and
their types, fire control panels, design considerations for the FA system. Field
components, panel components, applications. FAS Architectures, FAS loops: classification
of loops, examples. Fire Standards – FAS.
2. Design procedure in brief, NFPA 72A, BS 5839, IS Concept of IP enabled fire & alarm
system, design aspects and components of PA system. Access Control System - access
components, access control system design.
3. CCTV Camera - operation & types, camera selection criteria, camera Applications, DVR-
based system, DVM, network design, storage design. Components of CCTV system like
cameras, types of lenses, typical types of cables, controlling system. CCTV Applications.
Perimeter Intrusion - concept, components, technology, advanced applications.
4. Security Design - security system design for verticals. Concept of automation in access
control system for safety, physical security system with components, RFID enabled
access control with components, Computer System Access Control – DAC, MAC, RBAC.
EPBX System – Design consideration of EPBX system and its components, integration of
all the above systems to design BMS.
Course Outcomes:
1. Application of various security systems in building.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Services in Tall Buildings
Course Code: ARC 396
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To have knowledge about the special service requirements of tall buildings and to introduce
the present systems, equipment and materials that are commonly employed in high rise
buildings.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Introduction to the various special services required in tall buildings. Introduction to
passenger elevator, local elevators, sky lobbies etc.
2. Study of elevator equipments, control systems and spatial requirements. Escalators and
capsule elevators stairways & ramps.
3. Understanding the Designing for fire safety with NBC code for high-rise buildings - fire alarm
systems, smoke detectors, firefighting support systems, fire rating of materials, fire escape
stairs & ramp & other safety regulations such as lightning protection, earthing, etc
4. Basic planning for water supply - calculation of capacity for sumps and water tanks, skip
stage pumping etc., rainwater harvesting methods, sanitation arrangements in high rise
structures, service floors, ducts and vertical shafts, waste treatment etc. Planning
transformer & amp, generator rooms, etc.
5. Preparation of electrical layouts for tall buildings like spatial requirements of electrical
rooms, ducts, etc. Introduction to intelligent systems for electrical and illumination.
6. Calculation for heating and cooling loads. Selection of suitable HVAC system, special
equipment and systems for heating and cooling, spatial requirements for HVAC plants design
of duct layouts etc.
Course Outcomes:
1. Students will be familiarized all norms and standards of services in tall buildings and design
efficient water supply, sanitation, electrical and mechanical services with detail calculation
to achieve functional, economical and aesthetical aspect in building design.
Lecture Schedule:
1. Introduction to the various special services required in tall buildings
2. Continue….
3. Introduction to passenger elevator, local elevators, etc.
4. Role and function of sky lobbies in tall buildings
5. Study of elevator equipments and control systems
6. Design and calculation of capacity of elevators
7. Spatial requirements
8. Circulation design
9. Continue…
10. Escalators and capsule elevators
11. Continue…
12. Stairways & Ramps
13. Understanding the Designing for fire safety with NBC code for high-rise buildings
14. Safety measures and remedies for fire safety in high-rise buildings
15. Fire alarm systems and smoke detectors
16. Firefighting support systems
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 18. Fire rating of materials
19. fire escape stairs & Ramp for multi-storied buildings
20. Continue…
21. Safety regulations : lightning protection, earthling, etc
22. Continue…
23. Basic planning for water supply -
24. Calculation of capacity for sumps and water tanks and skip stage pumping
25. Supply of water and distribution network in tall building
26. Plumbing and Stacking system in high-rise building
27. Rainwater harvesting: Methods and Techniques
28. Case studies and site visits
29. Continue…
30. Sanitation arrangements in high rise structures,
31. Continue…
32. Service floors, ducts andvertical shafts,
33. Continue…
34. Waste treatment in tall buildings
35. Planning of transformer, amp and generator rooms in tall buildings
36. Continue…
37. Preparation of electrical layouts for tall buildings
38. Continue…
39. Spatial requirements of electrical rooms, ducts, etc.
40. Introduction to intelligent systems for electrical and illumination
41. Continue…
42. Introduction of HVAC in high-rise buildings
43. Calculation for heating and cooling loads in high-rise buildings
44. Continue…
45. Selection of suitable HVAC system
46. Special equipment and systems for heating and cooling
47. spatial requirements for HVAC plants design of duct layouts etc.
48. Quiz and feed back
Book References:
1. Water Supply by Alan C Twort
2. Tall Buildings by Guy Nordenson
3. Handbook of Designing and Installation of Services in High Rise Building by V K Jain
4. High-rise building structures by Wolfgang Schueller
5. Services in Vertical building by Nidhi Lathi - issuu
6. Water Supply and Sewerage by Steel E W, McGraw-Hill Publisher
7. Textbook of Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering by S. K. Hussain
Web References:
1. https://www.slideshare.net/san17/high-rise-structural-systems-and-services
2. https://cpwd.gov.in/Publication/Compendium_of_High_Rise_Buildings_December_2019.
pdf
3. https://issuu.com/nidhilathi/docs/final_dissertation_nidhi_lathi
4. https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/83574285.pdf
5. https://www.academia.edu/9721197/THE_STUDY_OF_SERVICE_CORE_IN_A_TALL_HOTEL_B
UILDING
6. Coursera
7. Udemy

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 Elective 7 (VIVA)
Name of Program: B.Arch. Semester: X Year: V
Name of Course: Graphic design
Course Code: ARC 397
Core/Elective/Other Elective
Prerequisite:
Course Objectives:
1. To understand various aspects of design in graphics.
2. To understand presentation skills, logos and ad making with Computer graphics.
Description of Contents in brief:
1. Study fundamentals of graphic design, history, career options, works of prominent
designers & the graphic design process.
2. Study overview of design basics color, harmony, rhythm, balance, proportion, etc. Study
visual perception& graphical thinking. Study of tools of graphic expression. Study of
styles of expression, developing manual presentation skills. Computer graphics.
3. Study overview of current packages, their potentials & applications such as 3DStudio
Max, adobe series, Corel draw, flash etc. Study printing, lettering & typography. Exercises
on design of books, posters, promotional materials, stationery, trade marks & corporate
logos. Evolve comprehensive corporate identity program.
4. Developing environmental graphics / signage Brand promotion, packaging design & ad
making for both the print & electronic media.
Course Outcomes:
1. Develop use of graphics as tool of presentation and 3D visualization in architectural
works.
Lecture Schedule:
1. As per syllabus
Book References:

Web References:

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