First Year: Semester I

First Year: Semester II

Second Year: Semester I

Second Year: Semester II

Third Year: Semester I

Third Year: Semester II

Fourth Year: Semester I

Fourth Year: Semester II

Fifth Year: Semester I

Fifth Year: Semester II

NB: The total credit requirement for B. Arc degree at SUST is 201.

A student is required to take non-credit compulsory course (Arc 422) titled professional training.

Introduction to the Architecture of prehistoric civilization; Architecture of the Middle Eastern cultural - Mesopotamia, Summeria and Persia. Contextual development of the Architecture of ancient Egypt.

Architecture of prehistoric and ancient Europe; Critical evaluation of the classical Architecture of Greece and Rome from political, social and philosophical point of view. Study of the potentiality of classical Architecture in formation of the ordering principles.

Basic Composition with primary elements of form; Point, line, plane and volume; Form and space relationship. Exercises with the ordering principles of composition; Rhythm, harmony, balance, proportions, axis, symmetry, asymmetry, hierarchy, datum etc. in various media.

Basic theories of Architecture related to use of point, line, plane, form, volume and space. Overview of theories and application of Architectural proportion, scale and composition. Principles of spatial and formal organization. The source, generation and transformation of Architectural elements, forms and spaces.

Introduction to the subject matter and purpose of aesthetics; The relationship of aesthetics to the Architects and the public. Aesthetics and the act of creation. Aesthetic knowledge as a system; Methods of aesthetics; Aesthetic activity; Relationship between Art and Design. Essence and principal forms of aesthetics; Theoretical models of Aesthetics, Aesthetics as metacategory. Style; Psychology of perception and creation; Creation as an object of perception. Developments of ideas and their trends in the field of aesthetic activity . Theory of criticism.

Introduction; Definition of design; Architectural design; Design methods; Design in nature; Man and design; Principles of Design; Elements of design, Architectural form, space, scale and proportioning system in relation to human perception and experiences.

Line drawing quality; Study of scale; Lettering; Execution of plan, elevation and section; Execution of oblique, isometric and diametric drawings; Introduction to mechanical perspective.

Philosophy & development of Early Christian, Byzantine, and Romanesque Architecture.

Gothic & Renaissance Architecture; Development in the definition of from & space in the medieval era and the age of Humanism.

Introduction of color to the basis compositions. Understanding of form-space relationship in basic compositions with special emphasis on space, its definition and qualities. Study with the primary elements of Architectural forms; Study of a simple Architectural space.

Introduction to Global climatic factors; Elements of climate; Measuring the elements and recording the data; Classification of climates; Tropical climate; Site climate; Principles of thermal design and means of thermal control.

Study of external and internal climatic condition of buildings. Behavior and performance of a building and its components as a climatic modifier to provide comfort and energy savings through climate and Architectural design. Factors of climate, site climate, human comfort criteria and ranges. Thermal design criteria, principles of thermal design and natural ventilation.

Execution of mechanical perspective; Introduction to shades, shadows and reflections; Presentation & rendering.

Concept, development and evolution of art in different ages from cave painting to modern period with reference to important work of art and contributions of great masters. Art as imitation, expression and abstraction.

Basic computer application; Architectural design graphics, Auto Cad; using suitable Computer Aided Design packages.

Study of art and Architecture in the Indian sub- continent with special emphasis on the styles of the Vedic, Buddhist and Hindu periods up to the 17th century.

Development of awareness and perception of fundamentals of Architecture: scale, proportion and space, the emphasis is on understanding man-space relationship, activity-space relationship and form-space relationship.

Origin and evolution of settlements and cities. City planning during ancient, classical medieval, neo-classical and modern periods. Industrial revolution and changes in the character of cities. New thoughts and ideas in planning after the industrial revolution. The spatial structure of cities: concentric zone theory , sector theory, multiple nuclei theory, Christaller theory of size, spacing and distribution of central places.

Rank-size rule.

Computer graphics and its basics. 2-D and 3-D graphics with the help of computers. To understand and to use graphic

software in Architectural presentation and design.

Classification of different types to building and finish materials. Preparation, manufacture, properties, uses and applications of clay and brick, concrete, timber, glass, tile, paint, terrazzo, and plaster.

Understanding function, form and structure. Principles of environmental performance of building, site and surrounding . Analysis of site, circulation pattern and built form. Report writing based on literature survey and field studies. Design of buildings with simple functions.

Visual: The environment, physical nature of the lighting environment, human responses to environmental vision factors. Daylight in Architecture, prediction tools and techniques of supplementary and artificial lighting, designing for daylight in the tropics. Sonic: The concepts and problems related to Architectural acoustics; properties of sound; the fundamental s of sound perception, generation and

propagation; behavior of sound in enclosed spaces. Principles of acoustic design of rooms for speech. music and multi-purpose use. The concept of noise and noise and control; criteria for noise control design and acoustical measurements.

Introduction to photography. Parts and operations of camera, types of camera, lenses, films. Understanding exposure. Importance of photography in Architectural study and documentation. Architectural photography: typical exercises starting with bracketing, depth of field, etc. and continuing into photography of buildings, panorama, details, interiors and models. Dark room techniques in black and white.

Art and Architecture in the Indian sub- continent from the advent of the Muslims in the 13th Century to the end of the colonial era.

Types of structures and their methods and techniques of construction. Foundation, floor, wall and roof systems. Use of different types of modules. Moisture and thermal protection of floor, wall and roof . Doors and windows. Details of kitchen, bathroom and stair. Elevators and escalators.

Basic techniques used in graphic design. Selection of drawing instruments, surfaces, typography. Graphic reproduction techniques and the pros and cons of the different systems to achieve the most effective presentation. Sketching as an essential technique to record design ideas during conceptualization. Graphic design of posters, products, display, por tfolio. Introduction to computer generated presentation.

Study and and analysis of three- dimensional aspects of different volumetric forms. Exercises based on the use of different types of materials.

Definitions, types, preparation, manufacture, properties, uses, and applications of stone, metal, reconstructed wood, plastic and rubber. Modular co-ordination . Prefabrication Techniques of building components. Construction techniques of special forms: dome, vault, shell, space frame and metal structure. Techniques of construction with indigenous materials.

The student is required to go different architectural site, Historical place, old structure & under construction site. So they can get practical knowledge & can apply different ideas to their design.

Study of the relationships between Architecture and the climatic characteristics of tropical regions. Investigation of the problem and understanding the mechanism of air and moisture movement, surface condensation, rain penetration. Means of wetness control and passive cooling in buildings. Comparison of alternative solutions and understanding the secondary implications of environmental control decisions.

Modern art and Architecture in the 19th and 20th centuries. Impressionism to Cubism in art. Modern Architecture: romantic classicism, iron and glass construction, rise of commercial Architecture, the art noveau, Bauhaus, masters of modern movement.

Design exercises on buildings with simple functional and technical requirements, emphasizing imaginative concepts for expressing form and functional relationship, spatial quality, indoor- outdoor relationship and structural systems.

Modern art, and Architecture in the 20th century. Age of 'isms' in art - cubism, purism, futurism, Dada and surrealism, constructivism, pop and op ar t, minimalism. Modern movement. Integrity of form and monumentalized technology- Mies Van der Rohe. Le Corbusier and means of expression. Standardization and irrationality - Alvar Aalto. Louis I. Kahn and Architecture of great occasions J. Stirling and others.

Design and drawings specifying materials and instructions for construction. Understanding construction process and techniques. The construction drawing will include preparation

of working and detail drawings of all building components. Details of drainage, damp-proofing and insulation. Bathroom and kitchen layouts. Application of building codes and by-laws.

Principles of design- unity and space, proportion and scale, balance, uniformity and contrast and their application in urban design. Urban aesthetics - grain and texture, urban frame, fabric and function. Perception and meaning of urban spaces- form, order and time space relationships. Definition of urban design, its aims and objective. City planning according to artistic principles. Urban design approaches and levels of analysis.

Responsive environment - permeability, variety, legibility, appropriateness, richness and personalization. From of a city and normative theories. Theory of good city form. Growth and conservation. Urban textures and networks. City models and city design. Urban design process. Urban quality of life.

Preparation of tender documents, rules, regulations and obligations. Determination of cost of construction. Cost analysis of the various items of construction. Preparation of schedules. Control of cost. Case studies.

Design exercises on complex building problems emphasizing innovative ideas incorporating formal and functional expressions, environmental qualities, circulation and linkages and organization.

Design and drawings specifying materials and instructions to manufacturers of building elements, components, fittings and fixtures which are industrially produced. Understanding manufacturing process to generate creative design. The production drawing will include designing with variety of materials and manufacturing processes of a range of building components like door, window, fitting and fixture of functional and decorative nature.

Principles of interior design. Design of various interior spaces in relation to occupancy and environmental factors. Functional separation of spaces and interior furniture. Color schemes. Artificial lighting and mechanized ventilation. Use of non structural materials such as false ceiling. Wall paneling and floor finishes. Interior plantation.

Understanding of projects in urban and regional context. Urban design and master planning . Design of building complexes with reference to socio-cultural aspects associated with the use and user.

Study of society, culture and Architecture of Bengal through the ages: Mauryan, Pala, Sena, Sultanate, Mughal and Colonial periods. Language, custom, art and literature, and their relevance to Architecture and planning.

Preparation of interior design drawings for different types of spaces such as office, studio, bank, restaurant, club and shop. Detailed specifications of finish materials for floor, ceiling and wall. Natural and artificial lighting and ventilation. Fixed and movable furniture, decorative element, upholstery, drapery, art work , interior plantation, fountain.

ARC 415 ED-IV, LANDSCAPE DESIGN

Introduction to principles and elements of landscape design. Historical references. Biosphere and eco- system. Organization of various outdoor spaces. Environment and design. Site development. Location and sequence of outdoor activity. Circulation and linkages. Pl panting and gardening. Utility, services and maintenance.

Project s focusing on urban renewal -regeneration, conservation, redevelopment and rehabilitation of city blocks. Investigation, analysis and design of housing/ communities with specific themes and their impact on the immediate environment. Architecture of spiritual and emotional content.

A generalized course on housing. Provides an overview on housing development and existing situation in the country. Introduces major policies, reforms, legislation and movements. Compares traditional and contemporary housing. Examines mass housing problems with emphasis on housing for low and middle income groups. Outlines the problems of housing in our local context with reference to others in the developing world.

ARC 418 LANDSCAPE DESIGN

Analysis of landscape elements through sketches, drawings and reports on outdoor environment, Site analysis. Application of the principles and techniques of landscape design through design exercises of site planning and area development.

Conservation, its meaning, nature, scope and principles, Preservation, restoration, reconstruction, adaptation, area conservation. History of conservation. Conservation laws and practices. Issues of conservation, legislation, finance, regulating bodies, the role of government and public. Conservation of areas and buildings, Planning controls. Case studies.

Introduction to psychology: Nature and scope of psychology; maturation and development; biological bases of behavior. Learning: Factors of learning; classical conditioning; instrumental conditioning; perceptual learning. Motivation and emotion: Nature of motive; fulfillment and frustration of motives; constructive and destructive effects of frustration; nature of emotional development; emotion and personality. Sensory processes and vision: auditory processes, eye and visual processes; perceptual organization and color perception. Social influences on behavior. Conflict and adjustment: Nature of conflict; problems of marital adjustment.

The student is required to work in an Architectural firm/organization for a minimum of 5 weeks to gain practical experience. This training will include working drawings and site supervision.

Written details answering what, where, when, how in relation to drawn details for building construction. Specifying materials and methods of installation and precautions.

Identifying design tasks to specific realistic problems in an assigned setting. The assignment will include all design phases from formulation of Architectural programme to preparation of preliminary working drawings. Emphasis will be laid on design quality in terms of formal, functional and structural aspects to attain professional level of achievement, within the giver socio- economic context.

Introduction to surveying- principles and techniques of physical surveys. Chain survey, traverse survey, plane table survey, levels and leveling, contours and layout surveys. Research and its types. Design and plan of research-purpose and goal, variables and universal, selection of methods. Design of questionnaire, pretest, pilot survey. Collection and filing of data. Data processing.

Overview of current development in research related to art and Architecture. Preparation of research papers including literature search, writing skills and referencing. Verbal and written presentation skills and techniques.

The role of the Architect in the building industry and process; duties, responsibilities and obligations of the Architect; general conditions of contract; owner -Architect relationship; Architectural services; the Architect and the public; legal responsibilities of the Architect; the Architect's office; administration of construction; the Architect and his consultants; official correspondence; professional organizations: local and international.

Identification of viable projects of significance as thesis projects. Preparation of complete design solution based on investigation and analysis of the physical and contextual aspects of the problem, and on the understanding of design considerations of material , structure and form. Stress is given on the objective analysis of the related factors and in transforming them into a tangible Architectural solution of professionally acceptable quality.

Design exercises of realistic complexities emphasizing professional level of achievement. Formulation of Architectural programmms for given projects. Preparation of design solution and development through the various phases.

Approach to report writing. Preparation of report to supplement the various aspects of the thesis project of Arc 516. Design Studio X (Thesis). The report should reflect the student’s research in areas related of the thesis, comparative analysis and case studies. This should lead to the formation of criteria and conceptual approaches to the design of the thesis in Arc 516: Design Studio X (Thesis)

Preparation of working drawings, specification and cost estimation of the project of Arc 516: Design Studio X (Project) based on current construction practices.

NB:

But the Detailed Syllabus of the Semesters from 2/1 to 5/2 will be applicable subject to the approval in the next meeting of the executive council of the school of applied sciences and technology followed by the academic council.