GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B. Arch
SUBJECT NAME: Architecture Design Studio – VI
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65001
3rd Year: Semester-VI
Prerequisite:
It is assumed that students have studied about construction materials, technology, building services like water supply and
sanitation, electric etc and structural aspects covered in subjects Building Construction & Technology and Structures.
Rationale:
This course aims to familiarize the students with the working drawings or construction documents which are prepared for
the actual construction / execution of the buildings. Primary role of this course is to train students to convert design data
into construction information and to clearly communicate that information to building construction site.
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
4 2 8 14 NA 40 NA 60 100 JURY
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage*
1 Introduction to working drawings: shop drawings / vendor 28 25%
drawings, working drawings and their significance in the
construction of buildings, the essential components of
working drawings, notations, drawing standards,
specifications etc. Trade literature, Detailing methods etc.
2 Developing Key plans, Floor Plans, Part plans, Roof Plan / 42
Terrace Plan, Sections, Elevations etc at suitable scales.
Excavation drawings, Foundation drawings, Center-line
drawings.
3 Developing elevations, sections, part sections, wall sections 28 15%
integrated with finishing materials, etc
Choice of materials, fixtures, fittings, availability and
constructional feasibility.
4 Integration of building systems and services. 14
Developing Basic internal electrical and plumbing drawings.
External Plumbing Layout and details.
5 Developing Site Plan, Site Marking Plan, Site Grading / 28 25%
Leveling Plan. Landscaping plan with appropriate details and
schedules
6 Door-Window details with material specifications, schedule 28
of joinery, schedule of hardware etc.
7 Construction details for lifts, staircases, escalators etc 28 25%
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8 Relevant kitchen/pantry and toilet layout and sanitation 28
drawings showing fixtures and supporting specifications
*: indicative
References:
Osamu A. Wakita, Richard M. Linde, Nagy R. Bakhoum (2011), The Professional Practice of Architectural
Working Drawings, 4th Edition, John Wiley & Sons; 4th Revised edition
Jeong, K-Y. (2010) Architecture Annual. Seoul: Archiworld Co.
Fred A. Stitt (1998), Working Drawing Manual, McGraw-Hill Education
Building and Construction Authority. (2005). CONQUAS-21. Singapore : The BCA Construction Quality
Assessment System
Jefferis, A. and Madsen, D.A. (2005). Architectural Drafting and Design. 5th Ed. New York: Thomson Delmar
Learning.
Course Outcome:
Sr. No. CO Statement Marks
% Weightage
Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
1 Analyze building systems and services. Analyze constructional feasibility 10%
with respect to design parameters.
2 Select from appropriate materials, fixtures, fittings with respect to 20%
constructability, availability and resultant aesthetics.
3 Evaluate the character of spaces and built form with respect to building 10%
systems and specifications.
4 Identify suitable drawing scale, dimensioning style, enlarged details, part 20%
plans, schedule to assist in correct and speedy construction/execution at site.
5 Propose/Prepare a complete set of working drawing of a multi-storey 40%
building (of previously prepared design studio project) with proper labeling
and dimensioning techniques.
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Lectures/Tutorial work shall consist of exposure to different examples of good working drawing sets by various architects,
discussion of appropriateness of construction systems, services integration and specifications with respect to their
feasibility and resultant aesthetics, instructions of appropriate drawing standards. Studio project can be any
residential/institutional project (any previously prepared design studio project) with focus on creating construction
drawings.
*- this is suggestive for common purpose. Studio faculty may decide on this considering student group, studio
requirements and institution’s philosophy.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B.Arch.
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65002 Building Construction- VI
rd
3 Year, Semester: VI
Type of course: B.Arch.
Prerequisite: All previous BCT
Rationale:
The course content is divided in to four parts, Introduction to Highrise structures, Various space
making elements of such structures, the construction part of such structures and integration of services
in the structures.
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 2 2 6 50 50 0 0 100
Content:
Sr. Teaching Weightage
Topics
No. Hrs. %
1 High Rise Structures: 9 30
Forces on High Rise Structures, Types of High-Rise Structures,
Stabilizing High Rise structures
2 Highrise Structures Space Making Elements: 6 20
Floors, Walls, Openings, Roof, Stairs
3 Highrise Structures Construction: 6 20
Construction Technology, Structural System, Material
exploration in Highrise Structures
4 Highrise Structures Services: 9 30
PHE, Electrical, Vertical circulation, HVAC, Fire
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.
Reference Books:
1. “Building Structures ILLUSTRATED”, by Francis D.K.Ching, John Wiley and Sons.
2. “Foundation Systems for High-Rise Structures” by Rolf Katzenbach and Steffen Leppla
3. “Designing Tall Buildings: Structure as Architecture” by Mark Sarkisian
Course Outcome:
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Sr.No CO Statement Marks % Weightage
Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
1 Understand 25
The designing & integrating the systems in such structures.
2 Evaluate The appropriate ness aspect of selecting constructional 25
technology & structural system considering various structural
factors.
3 Explain 25
The designing of the high-rise structures.
4 Propose: 25
Design strategies for such developments.
Term Work:
Preparation of report, submissions, presentations, notes based on the presentations, lectures, reference
materials.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B.Arch.
SUBJECT NAME: History of Architecture V
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65003
rd
3 Year, Semester:VI
Type of course: B.Arch. (History)
Prerequisite: All previous History
Rationale:
The course content is divided into two parts: Works by Master architects, and Architecture after
independence in India. The course structure helps to understand the approach of various architects
considering the social & cultural, climate, constructional aspects.
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 Works by Masters: 15 50
Alvar Aalto, Tadao Ando, David Chipperfield, Steven Holl, Toyo Ito,
Le Corbusier, Jean Nouvel, Alvaro Siza, Louis Sullivan, Louis I.
Kahn, Frank Lloyd Wright
2 Post Independent Architecture in India: 15 50
Achyut Kanvinde, B. V. Doshi, Charles Correa, Laurie Baker, Raj
Rewal, Joseph Allen Stein
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.
Reference Books:
1. History of Architecture, Sir Banister Fletcher, Architectural Press
2. Christopher Tadgell, “History of Architecture”
3. Francis D.K.Ching, “A Global History of Architecture”, John Wiley and Sons.
4. Sarbjit Bahga, Surinder Bahga Modern Architecture in India: Post-independence Perspective
5. William J.R. Curtis “Modern Architecture Since 1900”.
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Course Outcome:
Sr.No CO Statement Marks % Weightage
Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
1 Understand 25
Various design standpoints/consideration.
2 Evaluate 25
Various context such as Sociocultural, Climatic, Construction.
3 Explain 25
The approaches to designing.
4 Propose: 25
Contextual and specific development for a given location.
Term Work:
Preparation of report, submissions, presentations, notes based on the presentations, lectures, reference
materials.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B.ARCH.
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65004
SUBJECT NAME: STRUCTURE – V
rd
3 Year, Semester : VI
Type of course: B.Arch.
Prerequisite: Structure – I, II, III & IV
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 Earthquake Resistant Design: Philosophy of earthquake resistant design, 06 20
earthquake proof v/s earthquake resistant design, four virtues of
earthquake resistant structures (strength, stiffness, ductility and
configuration), seismic structural configuration, Capacity design concept,
Introduction to IS: 1893 (Part I).
2 Building Layout and Design: Loads as per I.S., distribution & flow of 08 30
loads, lateral load due to wind and seismic as per latest IS standards, load
combinations, guide lines for preparation of structural layout for building.
Analysis, design & detailing of G + 3 RC framed building for residential
purpose including ductile detailing.
3 Design of Retaining wall: Types, behavior and application of retaining 06 20
wall, stability criteria, design & detailing of cantilever type retaining wall
for various ground conditions.
5 Types of foundations, importance of soil & other factors while 03 10
recommending type of foundation
7 Ductile Detailing: Concepts of Detailing of various structural components 04 10
as per IS: 13920 provisions.
8 Special Topics: Introduction to Earthquake Resistant Features of un- 04 10
reinforced & reinforced masonry Structure, Confined Masonry, Soil
liquefaction, Structural controls, Seismic strengthening.
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
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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. Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures by Shrikhande and Agrawal.
2. Shah & Karve; Limit State Theory & Design of Reinforced Concrete; Structure Pub., Pune
3. Dr. H. J. Shah; Reinforced concrete Vol-I & II; Charotar Pub. Anand.
4. IS: 456 – Code of practice for plain and reinforced concrete.
5. IS: 875 (Part I to V) – Code of practice for structural safety of Buildings Loading standards.
6. IS: 1893 – Criteria for earthquake resistant design of structures.
7. IS: 13920 -Code of Practice for ductile detailing of RC structure subjected to seismic force.
8. 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 Apply the concept of earthquake resistant design in the building. 20
2 Assess loads, prepare layout, Analyse, design and detail of various 35
structural elements for RC framed structure up to G+3.
3 Design & detail RC structures like Retaining Wall. 20
4 Behaviors and requirement of various types of foundation and requirement 25
effect of ductile details in structure.
Term Work:
The students will have to solve at least full design of (1) design of G+3 building (design manually &
check with software) (2) Retaining wall at least five examples from remaining topics of the syllabus.
The students have to draw detailing of full design problems A2/A3 size drawing sheet and sketches of
various structural components with proper detailing in sketch book.
List of Tutorials:
1. Prepare model showing reinforcement detail of G+3 Story Model for better
understanding of load transfer mechanism.
2. Prepare model based on ductile detailing of various structural components.
3. Site visit related to construction stages and report preparation.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B.ARCH.
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65005
SUBJECT NAME: ESTIMATION AND COSTING
rd
3 Year, SEMESTER: VI
Type of course: B.Arch.
Prerequisite: Building Construction
Rationale:
1) Estimated cost of a proposed structure.
2) The value of the existing structure.
3) Rates of items of civil engineering works.
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 Computation of areas and volumes for following objects: – 02 08
Square, Rectangular, Triangle, Cylinder, Cone, Frustum of cone, Frustum
of pyramid, circle, sphere and segment of sphere, Ellipse
2 Estimates: – Definition, Units of measurements, types of estimates, 15 30
Different methods to find the quantities of civil works. Estimated cost and
its importance. Provisions of IS-1200, for working out quantities and
deductions in civil works. Entering the measurements in quantity sheet
and calculation of quantities of various items of civil works of small
residential building (concrete, Steel, Shuttering, brickwork, wooden
work), and Small Industrial Shed with Market rates of material and
labour, Introduction to schedule of rates, Entering quantities and rates in
abstract sheet, calculation of estimated cost.
Estimate of Septic Tank, Soak Pit, Sanitary item – Plumbing,
Electrification. Rate analysis of all major items to be prepared.
3 Specifications: – Definition, importance of specification, Types of 05 20
specification, Care to be taken while drafting specifications, Drafting
general specifications, and detailed specifications for various civil work
items.
4 Rate Analysis: – Definition of rate analysis, Definition of task, 07 20
Determination of man power and material requirement for a given quantity
of items of civil works, study of present wages of labour and prices of
material in the market. Study of market rents of different construction
equipment, Determination of rate of item of civil work. Working out rates
2 3
of various items of civil works like 10 m plaster,10 m 1:2:4 plain and
3
reinforced concrete, 10 m brick work etc.
Suggested Specification table with Marks (Theory):
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Distribution of Theory Marks
R Level U Level A Level N Level E Level C Level
30 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) B. N. Dutta, Estimation and Costing in Civil Engineering, Ubs Publishers Distributors,
Ltd.
(2) S. C. Rangwala, Estimating and Costing, Charotar Publishing House.
(3) G. S. Birdi, Textbook of Estimating & Costing, Dhanpat Rai and Sons, Delhi.
(4) M. Chakraborti, Estimating, Costing, Specification and Valuation.
(5) P.W.D. Handbook and SOR, IS Code – 1200.
(6) A. S. Kotadia, Professional Practice and Valuation, Mahajan Publications.
(7) S. C. Rangwala, Valuation of Real Properties, Charotar Publication.
Course Outcome:
After learning the course, the students should be able to:
Work out
(1) the estimated cost of any proposed civil engineering structure and
(2) The value of any old structure
Term Work:
(1) Work out quantities of various items of civil works from working drawings of residential,
industrial and industrial buildings.
(2) Work out quantities of various items of civil works from drawings.
(3) To work out rates of items of civil works
(4) Examples on valuation of buildings.
(5) Drafting specifications for various items of civil works
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B. Arch
SUBJECT NAME: Elective – II (Architecture Journalism & Creative Writing)
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65006
3rd Year, Semester: VI
Prerequisite:
There is no prerequisite for taking this course. It is assumed that students, taking this course, are interest in creative
writing and journalism. Students with good language skills may opt for this course.
Rationale:
Journalism in general, Theories of journalism, techniques and processes. Contemporary architectural reportage for
building reviews, article or book reviews, interviews, panel discussions etc. Digital and print Journalism. Social media
content creation.
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 1 1 02 NA 50 NA 50 100 VIVA
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage
1 Analysis of historical and contemporary examples of written 12 70%
and journalistic criticism of architecture, including selected
writings by Indian and overseas critics; Discursive
techniques, analysis of major critical themes.
2 Structure of Architecture Journals, thematic categories in 08
architectural writing over the past three centuries.
Writing Descriptive and Analytical Reports
3 Editing Write-ups, Photo Journalism, Book Reviews. 08 30%
4 Digital and print journalism. Creation of architectural 04
content for social media.
*: indicative
References:
Architecture and the Journalism of Ideas by Bender, Thomas
Architectural Criticism and Journalism by Mohammad al-Asad w/ Majd Musa
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Tutorial/lab work shall consist of different examples of architectural descriptive or analytical reports along with photo
journalism and book reviews. A journalism assignment for a simple architectural project may be introduced for practice.
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*- 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 NAME: Elective – II (Interior Design)
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65007
3rd Year, Semester: VI
Prerequisite:
There is no prerequisite for taking this course. It is assumed that students, taking this course, are interest in interior
designing aspects in architecture.
Rationale:
To analyze various art forms and understand their application as well as the influences of social and cultural aspects on
interior design.
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 1 1 02 NA 50 NA 50 100 VIVA
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage
1 Historicity, Principles , Built-in and Movable Furniture 08 50%
2 Interior fittings and furnishings 08
3 Color, Form , Texture and lighting in Interiors 08 50%
4 Building services and materials related to interior design 08
*: indicative
References:
Architecture and Interior Design: An Integrated History to the Present by Buie Harwood (Author), Bridget May
(Author), Curt Sherman
Beautiful Home: Ideas for Interior Design, Fittings & Furniture by Anne Wiltsher
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Tutorial/lab work shall consist of presentation on various aspects of interior design and history. A small interior design
project can be introduced to students and can be worked on conceptually.
*- this is suggestive for common purpose. Faculty may decide on this, considering student group and institution’s
philosophy.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B. Arch
SUBJECT NAME: Elective – II (Vernacular Architecture)
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65008
3rd Year, Semester: VI
Prerequisite:
There is no prerequisite for taking this course. Students interested in study of local materials & technology, socio-cultural
aspects of a society may opt for this elective.
Rationale:
The social & physical environment and methods of construction emerging out of traditional way of life of the people in a
given place.
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 1 1 02 NA 50 NA 50 100 VIVA
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage
1 Introduction of locally available construction materials 08 50%
2 Passive building technologies 08
3 Building skin, material and construction details 08 50%
4 Traditional Architecture- vernacular vocabulary, spatial 08
structure and building elements.
*: indicative
References:
Vernacular Architecture: an Illustrated Handbook by R.W. Brunskill
Built to Meet Needs: Cultural Issues in Vernacular Architecture by Paul Oliver
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Tutorial/lab work shall consist of lectures/presentations on various aspects of vernacular architecture and its aspects. A
pilot project of documenting vernacular architecture may be introduced to a group of students.
*- this is suggestive for common purpose. Faculty may decide on this, considering student group and institution’s
philosophy.
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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BRANCH NAME: B. Arch
SUBJECT NAME: Elective – II (Architectural Conservation Techniques)
SUBJECT CODE: 2X65009
3rd Year, Semester: VI
Prerequisite:
There is no prerequisite for taking this course.
Rationale:
Understanding Ethics, Value and Philosophies of Conservation. Various methods to conserve Architectural Heritage
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 1 1 02 NA 50 NA 50 100 VIVA
Content:
Sr. No. Content Total Hours* % Weightage
1 History and Theory of Conservation 08 70%
Role of INTACH,UNESCO, ICOMOS and other such
organizations
2 Architectural Conservation Methods 12
3 Advance techniques of Restoration & Conservation 08 30%
4 Management of Historic Sites 04
*: indicative
References:
Conserving Buildings: Guide to Techniques and Materials, Revised Edition by Martin E. Weaver
Structures and Construction in Historic Building Conservation BY Michael Forsyth
List of Projects/Assignments*:
Tutorial/lab work shall consist of lectures/presentations on various aspects of Architectural Conservation and its
techniques. Few case studies of such projects can be organized for students to give them exposure to architectural
conservation sites.
*- this is suggestive for common purpose. Faculty may decide on this, considering student group and institution’s
philosophy.
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