DOCUMENT: SYLLABUS COURSE CODE: ADESGN6S COPIES ISSUED TO:

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 6: Site College of Architecture Faculty

EFFECTIVITY: A.Y. 2023 - 2024 COURSE TITLE: Development, Planning and Quality Management Office
Landscaping
VISION CORE VALUES
We are National University, a dynamic private institution committed to nation-
1. Integrity 2. Compassion 3. Innovation 4. Resilience 5. Patriotism
building, recognized internationally in education and research.
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES
MISSION INTENDED FOR NATIONALIANS INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)
(GAINs)
Guided by the core values and characterized by our cultural heritage of Dynamic a. Exhibit moral, ethical and competent leadership
Filipinism, National University is committed to providing relevant, innovative, and 1. Leadership and Teamwork
accessible quality education and other development programs. b. Collaborate effectively in teams of different cultures.
c. Participate actively in community-oriented advocacies that contribute
We are committed to our: 2. Responsible Citizenship
to nation-building.
d. Develop an entrepreneurial mindset.
STUDENTS, by molding them into life-long learners, ethical and spiritual 3. Innovative, Creative, and Critical
citizens, and self-directed agents of change. Thinking e. Provide solutions to challenges in various fields of specialization and
society in general.
4. Academic and Professional f. Demonstrate mastery of foundational skills and specific areas of
FACULTY and EMPLOYEES, by enhancing their competencies, stimulating
Competence specialization.
their passions, cultivating their commitment, and providing a just and fulfilling
g. Express ideas meaningfully, accurately, and appropriately in
work environment. 5. Effective Communication
multicultural and multidisciplinary contexts.
ALUMNI, by strengthening their sense of pride through engagement, loyalty, 6. Whole Person Character h. Practice NU Core Values in personal professional life.
and love for their alma mater. i. Engage in continuing personal and professional development.
INDUSTRY PARTNERS and EMPLOYERS, through active collaborations, 7. Life and Career Skill Orientation j. Exemplify the capacity for self-reflection.
providing them Nationalians who will contribute to their growth and k. Demonstrate adaptability, flexibility, productivity, and accountability
development. in diverse settings.
COMMUNITY, by continuing to the improvement of life’s conditions and well- l. Exhibit mastery in navigating various technological tools and
8. Technological Literacy
being of its members techniques

Program Educational Objectives (PEO) ILO

After 3 to 5 years on the job, Architecture graduates of NU are expected to: a b c d e f g h i j k l
1. Identify global trends and development in architecture and planning.       
2. Participate as a team player in a multi-disciplinary and multi-nation milieu.          
3. Interpret relevant laws, codes, charters and standards of architecture and built environment.    
4. Demonstrate knowledge in business relevant to architectural practice that will contribute to the nation building.        

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COURSE CODE / NAME: ADESGN6S / Architectural Design 6: Effective: AY 2023 – 2024 Prepared by: Architectural Design Cluster
Site Development, Planning, and Landscaping
 5. Apply consciousness towards professional, corporate, and ethic responsibility.          

Program Outcomes (PO) PEO

At the time of graduation, students have: 1 2 3 4 5
1. Apply concepts and principles from allied professionals in coming up with architectural solutions.    

2. Ensure that all contract documents adhere to applicable laws, codes, and regulations. 

3. Interpret and apply relevant laws, codes, charters and standards of architecture and the built environment.   

4. Conduct research to address architectural problems.  

5. Utilize various information and communication technology media for architectural solutions, presentation, and techniques in design, estimating, construction   
management, building technology and specialization.
6. Acquire knowledge in business relevant to architectural practice that will contribute to nation building.   

7. Practice competency in construction management and building administration in public and private entities.    

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Design exercises stressing environmental analysis, aesthetic, topographic, geologic, and seismologic conditions, utilities, circulations, legal considerations and sensitivities of man.
PRE-REQUISITE(S)
ADESGN5S: Space Planning 2
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)
PO (BS Architecture)
At the end of the course, the student must be able to:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. Learn architectural forms emphasizing on the proper site orientation and climate.   
2. Exhibit expertise in the development and creation of site development plans and landscapes appropriate for the project and the location.    
3. Understand the relationships between buildings and the environment.  
4. Design spaces with respect to relevant policies and laws essential in the area.    
5. Present orally their studies and designs and show their expertise in answering questions and inquiries related to the project.    

CREDIT

4 units

TIME ALLOTMENT

1.33 hours (Lecture), 12.00 hours (Studio) per week

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Research Output and compilation
Esquisse (Studio plates)
Assignments (Written works),
Quizzes
Major Examinations (Midterm, Final)

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COURSE CODE / NAME: ADESGN6S / Architectural Design 6: Effective: AY 2023 – 2024 Prepared by: Architectural Design Cluster
Site Development, Planning, and Landscaping
 CLASS POLICIES
A. General Policies

 Students shall observe the usual norms of politeness, etiquette and courtesy.
 Students shall wear proper clothes during class hours.
 Students can post questions, raise hands but there may be delay in response especially during virtual classes.
 Students shall not wear caps or hats inside the virtual room.
 Students shall observe proper decorum.

B. Checking of Attendance

 Checking of Attendance. It shall be checked starting on the first day of classes. Late enrollees shall be marked absent for the days missed
 A student must attend at least 80% of the credit hours of each subject to be considered enrolled.
 The student shall be given a grade of 0.0 if he/she incurs absences more than the allowable percentage (20%) of class hours.
 A student shall be marked absent if he/she arrives after:
 c.1) 15 minutes for 1 hour class meeting c.2) 30 minutes for 2 hours class meeting c.3) 45 minutes for 3 hours class meeting c.4) 60 minutes for 4 hours class meeting

C. Tardiness / Absences

 A student shall be marked late for his/her class if he/she arrives within the grace period. (3 lates = 1 absence)
 A student who leaves the room or stays outside for the duration of class period and/or more than the half of the duration of class without permission from the professor shall be marked absent.
 Excused reasons that will not be marked absent are the following: a) sickness b) accidents and c) death in the family
 The above reasons to be excused from absences shall be attested by the student’s guardian thru letter and valid documents (medical certificate, police report, registration

D. Submission of Requirements

 Drawing for small deadlines (e.g. esquisse, exercises) shall be undertaken in the classroom.
 Major Plates- compilation of works; to be checked in progression
 No extensions for submissions.

GRADING SYSTEM

Grade Computation: % GRADE RANGE GRADE POINT

The College of Architecture shall use Zero-based, 60% Passing Grading System. Grades shall be computed in term of percentage with base grade at 96 – 100 4.0
0% and passing mark at 60%. This implies simple computation of grades without transmutation used. 90 – 95 3.5
84 – 89 3.0
Formula: Percentile Grade (PG) = Raw Score x 100
Total Score 78 – 83 2.5
72 – 77 2.0
Grade Computation per Evaluation Period (Midterm / Finals)
66 – 71 1.5
1. Class Standing 70% 60 – 65 1.0
Research Output Midterm / Finals = 70% Class Standing + 30% Midterm / Final Exam 59 and below R

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Site Development, Planning, and Landscaping
 Research Compilation Evaluation Grade
Esquisse (Minor Plate)
Written Works Final Grade = 50% Midterm Eval. Grade + 50% Final Eval. Grade
2. Major Examination (Midterm and Finals) 30%
_____________________ Note: Passing grade is 60% on a base-0 Grading System
Total 100%

COURSE CONTENTS
COURSE
WEEK TOPIC LEARNING OUTCOMES TOPICS METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
OUTCOMES
At the end of the lesson, Course Orientation Actual classroom or LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able virtual/ online discussion LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
to: Class syllabus, course with course facilitator: Camera / Recorder
requirements, policies and class Uploaded before the WiFi Connection Esquisse and Diagnostic
Discuss the National University Vision and Mission, rules, rating system and outputs meeting Pen and paper Test
Core Values, and Class Policies White board
Introduction to Architectural Design 6
Understand the general
background of the course, its objectives, weekly
discussions and output, grading system, policies,
1 CLO1 and house rules.

Agree and commit to class rules and course

requirements

Know and understand the meaning of site

development planning with landscaping in relation
to architectural designing.

At the end of the lesson, Review of Tropical Designs, Actual classroom or LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able Landforms and Climate in the virtual/ online discussion LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
to: Philippines. with course facilitator: Camera / Recorder
Uploaded before the WiFi Connection
Get re-acquainted to the basics of Tropical Design, Design Process ; Research, Analysis meeting Pen and paper
landforms, and climate in the Philippines. and Synthesis White board

Understand the project plates problem and scope. Lecture on Site analysis and
CLO1
techniques
2 CLO2
And Design Process
CLO3
Introduction to Project Plate
Introduction
Statement of the problem
Project Objectives
Significance of the project
Scope of work
1.

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Site Development, Planning, and Landscaping
 At the end of the lesson, Research Actual classroom LAPTOP/ Desktop Participation Oral
the students will be able discussion with course LCD Projector Evaluation.
to: Project Site and Community, National facilitator: Camera / Recorder
Building laws, Local ordinances, Fire Uploaded before the WiFi Connection Progress Report 1
CLO1 Gather proper information regarding the project and Code etc… meeting Pen and paper
3 CLO2 evaluate their impact in the development of White board
CLO3 schemes and concepts. Review of Related Literature Mandatory Consultation
And Case Studies
Review relevant policies and apply them in problem
solving.

At the end of the lesson, Concept Board Actual classroom or LAPTOP/ Desktop Class Participation and
the students will be able virtual/ online discussion LCD Projector Oral Evaluation.
to: Design Concepts with course facilitator: Camera / Recorder
Comprehend and articulate the significance of site Design Objectives Uploaded before the WiFi Connection Progress Report 2
development planning within the context of architectural Design Considerations meeting Pen and paper
CLO1 design. Form Development Mandatory Consultation White board
CLO2 Sustainable Strategies
4
CLO3 Analyze and differentiate the various components Sustainable Materials
CLO4 constituting site development showcasing the ability to
discern and categorize elements crucial to the design
process.

Apply fundamental principles of site planning, concepts

within architectural design scenarios.
At the end of the lesson, Analysis Actual classroom or LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able virtual/ online discussion LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
to: Space Programming with course facilitator: Camera / Recorder
Bubble Diagram site and buildings Uploaded before the WiFi Connection Oral Presentation
Generate visual representations of design concepts for Matrix Diagrams meeting Pen and paper
site planning and landscaping, translating abstract ideas Sequential flow of Users White board
into graphic depictions. Site Analysis
CLO1
CLO2 Distinguish and discriminate among various design Plants and Planting design
5-6 CLO3 concepts integral to site planning and landscaping,
CLO4 specifically in the context of programming, Bubble
CLO5 Diagrams for site and buildings, Matrix Diagrams,
Sequential flow of Users, and Site Analysis.

Evaluate and apply principles of Plants and Planting

design, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of
how vegetation contributes to the overall landscape and
site planning.

7 MIDTERM EXAMINATION

At the end of the lesson, Schematics Actual classroom LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able discussion with course LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
CLO2
to: facilitator: Camera / Recorder
8 CLO3
Landscaping and Site Development Uploaded before the WiFi Connection
CLO4
Translate design concepts to site development Plan meeting Pen and paper
planning and landscaping White board

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Site Development, Planning, and Landscaping
 At the end of the lesson, Floor Plans Actual classroom LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able discussion with course LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
to: facilitator: Camera / Recorder
CLO2
Uploaded before the WiFi Connection Progress Report 3
9 CLO3
Construct floor plans with the application of the meeting Pen and paper
CLO4
knowledge gained in the research aspects and White board
preparation of the concept board. Mandatory Consultation

At the end of the lesson, Elevations and Sections Actual classroom LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able discussion with course LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
CLO2 to: facilitator: Camera / Recorder
10 CLO3 Uploaded before the WiFi Connection Progress Report 4
CLO4 Create detailed site elevations and sections based meeting Pen and paper
on the plans produces during the previous week. White board
Mandatory Consultation
At the end of the lesson, Perspectives – Exterior and Interior Actual classroom LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able discussion with course LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
CLO2 to: facilitator: Camera / Recorder
11 CLO3 Uploaded before the WiFi Connection Progress Report 5
CLO4 Transform two dimensional forms to three meeting Pen and paper
dimensional forms. White board
Mandatory Consultation
At the end of the lesson, Design Development Actual classroom LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able discussion with course LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
to: facilitator: Camera / Recorder
Synthesize and implement advanced design principles, Uploaded before the WiFi Connection Progress Report 6
CLO2 integrating creative concepts and practical meeting Pen and paper
12 CLO3 considerations in the process of Design Development, White board
CLO4 showcasing a refined and comprehensive understanding Mandatory Consultation
of how to evolve initial design ideas into a coherent and
detailed architectural solution.

At the end of the lesson, Final Submission Actual classroom LAPTOP/ Desktop Online Class Participation
the students will be able discussion with course LCD Projector and Oral Evaluation.
CLO2
to: facilitator: Camera / Recorder
CLO3
13 Uploaded before the WiFi Connection
CLO4
Present orally their final output to the class and meeting Pen and paper Oral Presentation
CLO5
answer questions relevant to the project presented. White board

13.5 FINAL EXAMINATION

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Site Development, Planning, and Landscaping
 RESOURCES
Singley, Paulette, How to read architecture: an introduction to interpreting the built environment, 1st ed., 2019
Green Building Philippines, Philippine green building code : full text and user, 2016
Nicoletta Setola, Designing public spaces in hospitals, 2016
______________, Tall buildings : a strategic design guide, 2016
Holden, Robert, Landscape architecture: an introduction, 2014

PREPARED BY: REVIEWED BY: NOTED BY: APPROVED BY:

Architectural Design Cluster Ar. James Ladd R. Molina, MSc Ms. Jeojilyn G. Nabor, RL, PhD Ar. Chona E. Ponce, PhD.
Faculty Cluster Chair, Studio Courses Senior Director, Learning Resources Center Dean, College of Architecture

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Site Development, Planning, and Landscaping