Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Drawing
exam 3
2 1055002 Building Construction-V 6 2 2 2 40 NA 20 40 100 hours
Theory
Exam 2
3 1055003 History Of ArchitectureIII 3 NA 2 1 50 NA 50 0 100 Hours
Theory
Exam 2
4 1055004 StructureV 3 NA 2 1 50 NA 50 0 100 Hours
5 1055005 Sustainable architecture 2 NA 1 1 NA 50 0 50 100 Jury
Elective-1 2 NA 1 1 NA 50 0 50 100 Jury
Total 30 600
List of Elective-I
Sub-Code Subject
8 1055008 Photography
9 1055009 Theatre/Filmset
SYLLABUS
Subject: Architecture Design-V
Subject Code: 1055001
Focus: To understand the approach to the institutional design process in terms of:
Environmental Concerns, Energy Efficiency
Client Contact, Active – Passive User group
Integration of space, structure, materials, construction & services
Part-Whole relationships character.
Content:
Project:
Design of an Institution in urban context of medium level complexity with a mix of functions. Analytical case studies of
Institutions in different cultures and time periods may be done as group work.
REFERENCE BOOKS:
SR.NO. TITLE AUTHOR
Focus:
Understanding the behaviour of two different materials i.e. Concrete and steel their various possibilities, Building
elements and components, different processes and products.
Precast and pre stressed systems
Content:
Materials -Steel and Concrete - R.C.C. Elements - P.C.C. Elements - Precast Elements
Introduction to advance shallow and deep foundations
Different type of slabs and vaults.
Introduction to structural steel, Rolled steel sections.
RCC column foundation - Retaining walls, Raft, Pile foundation, cantilever, & combined footing
Introduction to footings for steel columns.
Conceptual study of general connections – Beam to beam connections – Beam to column connections – column to
column connections – column to foundation connection.
Concept of built up beams and columns – recommended uses.
Concept of lacings, battening & importance of bracings.
Focus:
Study of the Colonial Architecture in India developed during the British Raj
Chronological study of the Architectural developments evolved in Europe through the ages from350 A.D to 1750 A.D
Content:
Colonial architecture in India: Influences from abroad.
Development of Western Art and Architecture: Early Christian, Byzantine, Medieval (Romanesque) and Gothic.
Developments in Europe after the medieval period: The Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo.
The architectural styles and buildings would be discussed in context of their period, geographical / climatic conditions,
economic and political conditions, social and religious customs, construction and technology, building material and
structure.
Reference Books:
1. History of Architecture, Sir Banister Fletcher, Architectural Press
2. Splendours of Imperial India: British Architecture in the 18 th and 19th centuries, Andreas Volwahsen, Prestel Publishing
3. History of Modern Art: Painting, Sculpture and Architecture, H. H. Arnason and Elizabeth C. Mansfield
4. Encyclopaedia of Architecture, Joseph Gwilt
Subject: StructureV
Subject Code: 1055004
Focus: Sustainability & Energy efficiency techniques for buildings in various climates.
Content:
Introduction to various rating systems for energy efficiency.
Introduction to various energy stimulation software.
Site planning aspects in order to achieve sustainable design.
Application of building materials for energy efficient and green design.
Case studies & examples of various local, National & Global projects of sustainable Architecture.
Reference Books:
SR.NO. TITLE AUTHOR
Focus: To help students exploring their aptitudes and in developing skills in allied field of art
Content:
A number of subjects shall be offered depending on faculty availability.
Students may register for any one of the offered courses for the semester.
Courses that may be offered from time to time:
Art appreciation and aesthetics
Advance computing
Sociology and Architecture
Short Film making
Photography
Theatre/ Film set design
Focus:
Acquisition of a critical and formal language to identify, describe, analyze and compare the visual characteristics of various works
using art historical terminology and vocabulary, as well as to cultivate a deeper and more expansive awareness of art to create
visual spaces.
Contents:
Study of different Art “isms” such as Abstract Art, Dadaism, Brutalism, and Impressionism
Demonstrate an understanding of Art Criticism including the description, analyses, interpretation and evaluation of a
given work
Understanding the importance of art and aesthetics in architecture its symbiotic relationship and application of different
art forms.
The comparative exploration of art, architecture, and design from the historical origins of civilization to contemporary
manifestations of art practice.
Artist and his/ her role in society.
The influence of contextual and cultural factors
Reference Books:
Introduction of Art appreciation and Aesthetics by Panizo, Rustia, Rex Bookstore, Inc.
Aesthetics and the Environment: The Appreciation of Nature, Art and Architecture by Allen Carlson.
ADVANCED COMPUTING
Subject Code: 1055006
Focus:
Developing software skills for enhancing Architectural Graphical Representation and Rendering Techniques
Contents:
Networking
Web Design
3-D Modelling
Rendering through software
Walk through
Reference Books:
Blender 3D Architecture, Buildings, and Scenery: Create photorealistic 3D architectural visualizations of buildings,
interiors, and environmental scenery by Allan Brito
Virtual Architecture: Modeling and Creation of Real-Time 3D Interactive Worlds by Mohd Fairuz Shiratuddin, Kevin
Kitchens, Desmond Fletcher
The SketchUp Workflow for Architecture: Modeling Buildings, Visualizing Design, and Creating Construction
Documents with SketchUp Pro and Layout by Michael Brightman
Focus:
Examining influences and reaction of architectural forms to socio-cultural phenomena and study of various aspects of social
sciences to explore how the society influences the life style, settlement pattern and habitable enclosures with a special emphasis
on issues related to,
Contents:
Sociological perspective to enhance building design
Quantitative and qualitative research tools to anticipate designs
Understanding of the interrelationships between people, organizations, and their built and natural surroundings
Special emphasis on Psychology, Anthropology, Economics, Urban geography and Site Planning
Note:- The study may be undertaken with the help of appropriate cases with historical perspective and real life situations.
Reference Books:
The Sociology of Architecture: Constructing Identities by Paul Jones (Author)
Sociology: Exploring the Architecture of Everyday Life by David M. Newman
Focus:
Understanding of the basics of story structure and how the specific storytelling elements such as story structure, theme, plot,
characters and dialogue work in synergy towards the goal of an effective short story and transforming the story into a film.
Contents:
Reviewing fundamentals that go into an effectively written screenplay and short screenplay -- via lectures, text, and other
reading.
Watch/read, and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of numerous short films and, from such analysis, learn how to
improve your own writing skills and material.
Analyze the messages and moods in films as conveyed by shot and angle choices.
Demonstrate understanding of sequencing by producing in-camera edited sequence.
Reference Books:
Short Films: Writing the Screenplay (Creative Essentials) by Patrick Nash
Making Short Films: The Complete Guide from Script to Screen by Clifford Thurlow
Writing Short Films: Structure and Content for Screenwriters by Linda J. Cowgill
PHOTOGRAPHY
Subject Code: 1055008
Focus:
Study of the equipment, processes, and procedures necessary for the photography of building exteriors and interiors, dusk/night
and night architectural landscapes, and construction progress.
Contents:
Architectural Photography with emphasis on the following,
1. Understanding of camera, Lenses (Telescopic and wide angle), exposure.
2. Daylight photography
3. Night-vision
4. Focus and Optical parallax
5. Photographic films and papers
6. Chemical aspects
7. Digital technique
8. Video filming technique
To develop an understanding of the historical and cultural value of documenting the built environment.
Reference Books:
Focus:
History of set and backdrop design for performance, Theme Based Design Strategies and Technology Applications. Explore how
to create a make believe environment and to establish intimacy between the performers and the audience in relation to the theatre
and cinema halls.
Contents:
For Dance/Drama/Lecture/Theatre
Historical Evolution of the stage, degree of encirclement in various types of stage designs such as open air, arena, thrust -
in and proscenium stages
Terminology and Theory of Stage Design
Technical aspects like Sound, Lighting and Colour scheme
Visualization of and creation of sets e.g. with backdrops and scenery
Reference Books:
Stage Design: A Practical Guide by Gary Thorne
Theatre Design: Behind the Scenes with the Top Set, Lighting, and Costume Designers by Babak A. Ebrahimian