GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B. Arch.
SUBJECT NAME: Architecture Design Studio – IV
SUBJECT CODE: 2X45001
2nd Year
Semester: IV
Prerequisite:
Student should have completed Design Studio – I, II & III taught in semester I to III.
Rationale:
– Context as a determinant of Architectural character
– Addressing Built form with special reference to physical context – climate, landscape, site features, building
material & other physical environment
– Exploration of design with special reference to socio-cultural context – social, cultural, economic needs of
different user groups with various contexts like traditional or contemporary.
– Use of appropriate building materials, construction technology and structural system. Integration of basic building
services and landscape features
Teaching and Assessment Scheme:
Teaching Scheme Credits Examination Marks Total University
Field Lectures Studio C External exam Internal exam Marks Exam
work (ESE)Theory (ESE) (PA)Theory (PA)Viva Type
Viva
2 2 6 10 NA 40 NA 60 100 JURY
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage*
1 Unit I: Related Study Program-III (3-5 days long related 40 20%
study program)
– Selection of RSP site should strictly follow the
studio objective.
– Exploration of indigenous building materials & their
application
– Resultant form and pattern
– Building appraisal through direct participation
– Documentation and recording of observations
2 Unit II: Study architectural interdependency of building 60 40%
material-climate-culture-construction-design in creation of
complex architectural form or settlement.
– Understand multiplicity and complex relationships
of design elements at multiple levels
– Analytical studies of indigenous settlements to
understand the socio-cultural elements,
environmental impact and their impact on the built
form (Cluster & community – street pattern,
Traditional design and construction principles,
Issues of modernity and tradition)
– Understanding appropriateness of building and
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construction system based on the criteria of
workmanship/materials available, climate, adoption
of alternative material or technology, maintenance
issues, etc.
– Understanding architecture’s role in mediating
socio-cultural environment through the
documentation & analysis of an existing / traditional
settlement
3 Unit III: Design and development of a multi-cellular project 60 40%
of medium complexity with focus on the contextual
architecture, appropriate technologies, circulation patterns
(at multiple levels).
*: indicative
Reference Books:
Form, Space and Order – Francis D.K. Ching
Corbusier, Le: Towards New Architecture, Dover Publications Inc, New York
De Bono, Edward: Lateral thinking, Harper Collins Publishers
Rapoport, Amos :House ,form and Culture, Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs, N.J ,1969
Giedion, Siegfried; Space, Time and Architecture. ,Harvard University Press, 1963
Jain, K. B.: Indian Cities of the Arid West, 1994
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Lectures, Studios, Field trips, Study tour, documentation, recording, presentation, group discussion
Each design studio culminates with a design project of appropriate size and complexity for exercise of skills/knowledge
gained during respective semester.
*- this is suggestive for common purpose.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B. Arch.
SUBJECT NAME: Building Construction – IV
SUBJECT CODE: 2X45002
2nd Year
Semester: IV
Prerequisite:
Students should have studied BC-I to III taught in semester-I to III
Rationale:
– Introduction to fundamental of RCC construction
– Hollow walls: Cavity walls in bricks and Hollow concrete blocks
– To understand the maintenance, quality assessment, repair and additions alteration required in buildings.
– Temporary support systems required during the construction stage, repair works and modifications in buildings
– Formwork, scaffolding, shoring and strutting for the building
– Different kind of joints required in buildings
– Building Services: Electrical
Teaching and Assessment Scheme:
Teaching Scheme Credits Examination Marks Total University
Field Lectures Studio C External exam Internal exam Marks Exam Type
work (ESE)Theory (ESE) (PA)Theory (PA)Viva
Viva
3 2 3 08 40 NA 60 NA 100 DRAWING
EXAM
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage*
1 Unit I: Building Construction 76 60%
– Introduction to RCC. Its potential & applications,
Typical details for R.C.C. Columns, Footings, Lintels,
Beams Slabs, Chajjas, Balconies, Canopies, Fins,
Parapets, Stairs, etc., Centering and Form-Work for
R.C.C. works like columns, beams, slabs, stairs, arches
etc
– Hollow walls: application, materials used and
construction techniques
– Causes of defects in building such as cracks, seepage,
deflection etc. and their remedies. , General idea of non-
destructive tests such as Rebound Test, Penetration and
Pullout Test etc., rehabilitation methods – Grouting,
Guniting, Jacketing etc, Brief introduction of special
chemicals used in construction repairing work.
– Temporary Support Systems: General idea of Raking,
Flying and Dead shores, Floor Strutting, underpinning,
timbering for deep trenches and basements, Scaffolding.
Design & detailing of “addition & alteration” in existing
buildings put to new use, process of modifications,
precautions to be taken (case study basis).
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– Joints: Various types of joints, expansion, contraction,
isolation, construction and sliding joints, considerations,
materials and methods of constructing expansion joints
in buildings.
2 Unit II: Building Services: Electric 52 40%
– Principles of Electric installation in smaller building
with specific symbols for graphical presentation
– Study of electrical services-power connection, A.C.&
D.C. currents, Distribution boards and types of wiring
systems for buildings.
– Day lighting and Day light factor.
– Distribution of electric power for large projects.
– Transformers, sub-stations, LT rooms
– Laws pertaining to installations and load of electric
supply
– Architectural Drawings – Electrical layout of a
residential flat or an office, etc.
*: indicative
Reference Books:
National Building Code for India . Bureau of Indian Standards, Latest Edition
Engineering Materials, Rangwala S.C, Charotar Publishing House
Building Construction, Punmia B.C., Laxmi Publishing
Building Construction, Arora, S.P. ,Bindra, Dhanpat Rai publications
Building Construction, Mackey W.B, Orient Longman
Fundamentals of Building Construction, Allen Edward, John Wiley & Sons Inc, Somerset, New Jersey, U.S.A.,
1998
Electrical Wiring Estimating & Costing, S. L. Uppal (Khanna Publications),New Delhi
F. Hall, Building Services and Equipment, Volume 1,2,3, Routledge, 3rd Edition, 1994
Mark Karlen, James R. Benya, Christina Spangler, “Lighting Design Basics , John Wiley & Sons, 2012
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Lectures, Market surveys, Site visits, Studio session work, AV material etc
*- this is suggestive for common purpose.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B.ARCH.
SUBJECT CODE: 2X45003
SUBJECT NAME: STRUCTURE – III
nd
2 Year, 4th SEMESTER
Type of course: B.Arch.
Prerequisite: Structure – I, & II
Rationale: This subject is applications of structural engineering principles to design basic
structural elements using of reinforced concrete as materials. This subject is specifically aim to
develop understanding of various design philosophy, Indian codal provisions, design basis used in
design of basic elements of framed structures and its detailing requirement.
Teaching and Examination Scheme:
Teaching Scheme Credits Examination Marks Total
Theory Marks Practical Marks Marks
L T P C ESE (E) PA (M) ESE (V) PA (I)
2 1 0 3 50 50 0 0 100
Content:
Sr. Teaching Weightage
Topics
No. Hrs. %
1 Moment Distribution Method: 03 10
Analysis of two span continuous beams and Single non sway Portal
frame.
2 Introduction to RCC Design: Concept of RCC, Assumptions and 04 15
Characteristics of RCC,
Limit state of collapse & Serviceability: Safety factors for Material &
Loading,
Limit State of Flexure: Stress-Strain characteristics of Concrete &
Reinforcing steel,
Limit State of Shear and Torsion: Combined Flexure & Torsion, Bond &
Anchorage, Development length, Lap length.
3 Design of Beams: 05 20
Theory and Concept of different type of sections: Under reinforced, Over
reinforced & Balance section, Neutral Axis depth, Moment of Resistance
for singly reinforced and doubly reinforced beam. Design of singly and
doubly reinforced beams.
4 Design of Slab: 05 20
Types of Slab, loading transfer behaviors, Design of Simply supported
One-Way and Two-Way Slab, Design of One way and Two-Way
continuous slab.
5 Design of Column: 03 10
Definition, Classifications of column, Assumptions, Design of Short
columns considering only axial load.
6 Design of Footing: 03 10
Definition, Types of footings based on structural requirements, Design of
Isolated footing Considering only Axial load.
7 Design of Staircase: 03 10
Introduction, Concepts of different types of staircases based on structural
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behaviors, Calculation of trade and riser, Design of waist slab type
staircase.
8 Earthquake Basics: 02 05
Interior of Earth, plate tectonics, faults, consequences of earthquake, Basic
parameters of earthquake, magnitude & intensity, scales, Seismic zones of
India, damages caused during past earthquakes (worldwide).
Suggested Specification table with Marks (Theory):
Distribution of Theory Marks
R Level U Level A Level N Level E Level C Level
10 20 30 20 10 10
Legends: R: Remembrance; U: Understanding; A: Application, N: Analyze and E: Evaluate
C: Create and above Levels (Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy)
Note: This specification table shall be treated as a general guideline for students and
teachers. The actual distribution of marks in the question paper may vary slightly from
above table.
Reference Books/ Indian Standards:
1. Junarkar S. B. & Shah H. J.; Charotar publishing house.
2. Wang C. K; Tata McGraw Hill book Company.
3. Shah & Karve; Limit State Theory & Design of Reinforced Concrete; Structure Pub., Pune
4. Dr. H. J. Shah; Reinforced concrete Vol-I; Charotar Pub. Anand.
5. IS: 456 – Code of practice for plain and reinforced concrete.
6. IS: 875 (Part I to V) – Code of practice for structural safety of Buildings Loading standards.
7. IS: 1893 – Criteria for earthquake resistant design of structures.
8. IS: 13920 -Code of Practice for ductile detailing of RC structure subjected to seismic force.
9. EQ Tips; IIT Kanpur & BM &TPC New Delhi.
Course Outcome:
Sr.No CO Statement Marks %
Weightage
Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
1 Analyse continuous beam and non-sway single bay single story frames 10
using Moment Distribution Method.
2 Select various design philosophies to plan, to draw structural layout and 10
to understand analytical approach to be used in the design of structural
elements.
3 Evaluate the loading conditions and to calculate loads as per IS 15
Specifications.
4 Identify IS code provisions for the design of basic structural members. 30
5 Propose design of basic structural elements like slab, beams, columns, 35
staircase and foundation etc. using concrete as materials.
Term Work:
The students will have to solve at least five examples and related theory from each topic as an
assignment/tutorial (minimum 30 problems. The students have to draw at least five structural
components (RCC) with proper details in sketch book/A3 size sheet.
List of Tutorials:
1. Prepare model showing reinforcement detail of singly reinforced, doubly
reinforced simply supported and continuous beams.
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2. Prepare model showing reinforcement detail of one way and two-way slabs
with various end conditions.
3. Prepare model for detailing of beam column junction and column-footing
junction.
4. Prepare model for detailing of Stair case.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B. Arch.
SUBJECT NAME: History of Architecture – III
SUBJECT CODE: 2X45004
2nd Year, Semester: IV
Prerequisite:
It is assumed that students have studied Humanities subject taught in semester 1 and HOA-1 & 2 in semester 2 & 3.
Rationale:
This course is aimed to impart knowledge about the Architectural Elements, Stylistic features, Symbolism, and Concepts
of Space in the Indo Islamic Architecture.
Teaching and Assessment Scheme:
Teaching Scheme Credits Examination Marks Total University
Field Lectures Studio C External exam Internal exam Marks Exam
work (ESE)Theory (ESE) (PA)Theory (PA)Viva Type
Viva
NA 2 1 03 50 NA 50 NA 100 THEORY
EXAM-
2Hrs.
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage
1 – Characteristics of Islamic Architecture, origin and 36 70%
development, elements
– Beginnings of Islamic Architecture in India: Mosque
(Masjid), Mausoleum (Maqbarah), Mortuary
Complex (Rauza)
– Indo Islamic Architecture in India: Imperial
Architecture of Delhi, including Slave dynasty,
Khilji dynasty, Tughlak dynasty, Sayyid dynasty,
Lodhi dynasty.
– Mughal Architecture of India– characteristics, styles,
features of different periods and its blend on other
styles and vice-versa. Mughal gardens.
2 Provincial Style Architecture: Development of regional 12 30%
styles in various provinces such as Bengal, Jaunpur, Gujarat,
Mandu, Deccan, Malwa and Bijapur during Islamic rule.
*: indicative
Suggested Specification table with Marks (Theory):
Distribution of Theory Marks
R Level U Level A Level N Level E Level C Level
25 25 15 15 10 10
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Legends: R: Remembrance; U: Understanding; A: Application; N: Analyze; E: Evaluate; C: create and above levels
(Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy)
Note: This specification table shall be treated as a general guideline for students and teachers. The actual distribution of
marks in the question paper may vary slightly from above table.
Reference Books:
History of Architecture, Sir Banister Fletcher, Architectural Press
Indian Architecture – Perci Brown. Vol. I, II.
Indian Architecture – Satish Grover. Vol.I, II.
Eastern Architecture – Ferguston. Vol I, II
A Global History of Architecture by Francis D.K. Ching, Vikramaditya Prakash, Mark Jarzombek
Christopher Tadgell, “History of Architecture”
Course Outcome:
Sr. No. CO Statement Marks
% Weightage
Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
1 Analyze various factors affecting development of architecture with respect to 20%
timeline, geographical / climatic conditions, economic and political
conditions, social and religious customs, construction and technology,
building material and structure.
2 Understand from various architecture examples taught in this semester, 10%
appropriateness of material and their construction and understand the
relevance of parallel methods.
3 Evaluate the character of noteworthy building elements and spatial character 30%
of spaces developed during these periods in terms of scale, proportion,
geometry, constructability etc by drawing exercises and model making
exercises
4 Identify key features of various examples taught in this course. 30%
5 Propose appropriate application of building elements, design principles, 10%
material – construction innovations, structural principles, taught in this
course, in today’s context.
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Lectures/Tutorial work shall consist of presentations on various topics listed above and its influential factors, discussion
of various factors affecting. Various drawing and model-making exercises must be introduced for noteworthy examples
from the course content. Regular written and drawing assignments, AV presentation projects should be introduced for
better comprehension by students. Study tours or Sketching tours can also be arranged.
*- this is suggestive for common purpose. Faculty may decide on this, considering student group and institution
philosophy.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B.Arch.
SUBJECT CODE: 2X45005
SUBJECT NAME: Computer Application-I
3rd Year, 5th SEMESTER
Type of course: B.Arch.
Prerequisite: all previous Design studios
Rationale:
Preparation of two-dimensional architectural drawings (including plans, elevations and sections)
incorporating layers, line-weights, texts, dimensioning and formatting of drawings for taking
prints and plots.
Basic three-dimensional modelling for architectural study
Teaching and Examination Scheme:
Teaching Scheme Credits Examination Marks Total
Theory Marks Practical Marks Marks
L T P C ESE (E) PA (M) ESE (V) PA (I)
2 1 0 3 00 00 40 60 100
Content:
Sr. Teaching Weightage
Topics
No. Hrs. %
1 Architectural 2D CAD drafting: use of 2d drafting software 18 40
like AutoCAD
2 3-D modelling: use of 3d modeling software like SketchUp 6 30
3 Digital Presentation: PowerPoint, Word, Excel 6 30
Suggested Specification table with Marks (Theory):
Distribution of Theory Marks
R Level U Level A Level N Level E Level C Level
05 15 30 25 05 20
Legends: R: Remembrance; U: Understanding; A: Application, N: Analyze and E: Evaluate
C: Create and above Levels (Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy)
Note: This specification table shall be treated as a general guideline for students and teachers. The
actual distribution of marks in the question paper may vary slightly from above table.
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Reference Books:
1. The Art of Mechanical Drawing. A practical course for Drafting and design, By William F.
Willard
2. Manual of Engineering Drawing Technical Product specification and documentation to British
and international standards by Colin H.Simmons, Neil Phelps & Dennis E. Maguire
3. Working Drawings Handbook, by Keith Styles
Course Outcome:
Sr.No CO Statement Marks % Weightage
Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
1 Understand the use of software 25
2 Evaluate the time management for development of the drawing 25
3 Explain the use of software 25
4 Propose the presentations of work 25
Term Work:
Prepare presentation report, panel and drawings using software.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B. Arch.
SUBJECT NAME: Landscape Architecture
SUBJECT CODE: 2X45006
2nd Year, Semester: IV
Prerequisite:
There is no prerequisite for this course.
Rationale:
Principles of landscape Architecture, its techniques and application
Understanding ecology, ecosystem and environmental conservation
Teaching and Assessment Scheme:
Teaching Scheme Credits Examination Marks Total University
Field Lectures Studio C External exam Internal exam Marks Exam
work (ESE)Theory (ESE) (PA)Theory (PA)Viva Type
Viva
NA 2 1 03 50 NA 50 NA 100 THEORY
EXAM-
2Hrs.
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage
1 – Ecology, Environment, Components, Ecosystem at 48 100%
various levels, conservation of natural resources,
rainwater harvesting
– Elements of Landscape: Landforms, plant materials,
water, rocks, lighting etc
– Types of soils, plant materials, trees, shrubs, ground
covers, creepers (flowering and non-flowering),
rocks, stones and water bodies
– Surfacing Materials, landforms, manmade elements.
– Historical and contemporary attitudes to landscape
in Indian and other context.
– Principles of landscape design: surfacing, enclosure
vistas, visual corridor, composition of plant and
other material, etc.
– Preparing landscape design presentation drawing
(using symbols etc.), construction details and
different schedules
– Documentation of case studies and best practices in
landscape architecture across the world
– Study and Presentation of recent
concepts/innovations/explorations
*: indicative
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Suggested Specification table with Marks (Theory):
Distribution of Theory Marks
R Level U Level A Level N Level E Level C Level
10 20 25 10 10 25
Legends: R: Remembrance; U: Understanding; A: Application; N: Analyze; E: Evaluate; C: create and above levels
(Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy)
Note: This specification table shall be treated as a general guideline for students and teachers. The actual distribution of
marks in the question paper may vary slightly from above table.
Reference Books:
Landscape architecture, J .O. Simonds
The landscape we see, Garrett Eckbo, Mcgrewhill
With people in mind: design and management of everyday nature, Kaplan, R., Kaplan, S., Ryan, R, Island Press
Washington DC
M. Laurie, “Introduction to Landscape Architecture” Elsevier, 1986
Norman, “Residential Landscape Architecture: Design process for the Private Residence”, Booth, Prentice Hall,
2012
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Lectures, Studio session work, AV material, Case studies, site visits, market surveys etc. A small landscape architecture
design project should be given to students to exercise what they learn in this subject.
*- this is suggestive for common purpose.
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