INT1054 Construction for Interior Architecture IBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGNGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
INT1054 Construction for Interior Architecture I Spring 0 4 2 4

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ALİ DEVRİM IŞIKKAYA
Recommended Optional Program Components: -
Course Objectives: A classification of building types according to the contemporary basic construction concepts, an overview of the constructional design requirements and of the basic vocabulary of the substance of building materials and their behaviors provided for the exterior and interior space.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
making modifications of the given rough constructions.
the ability of

• STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
• CONSTRUCTIONAL THINKING
• TECTONICAL DESIGN APPROACHES

Course Content

1. Construction Knowledge (Masonry – Skeleton Constructions)
2. Masonry Constructions : Stone – Brick Architecture
3. Concrete Constructions
4. Steel Constructions
5. Timber Constructions
6. Prefabricated Constructions
7. Special Constructions I (Mega-structures, composite constructions)
8. Special Tectonics: Textile, Glass, Metal and Plastic Constructions

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) INTRODUCTION Orientation, Syllabus Explanation • Course Schedule Review • Expectations -
2) Architectural Construction Masonry & Skeleton Structures Reading: Structural Dictionary Structural Engineering for Architects (1, 2, 3)
3) Masonry Constructions (Stone – Brick Architecture) Model material obtaining Reading & Watching: Masonry Construction Design: https://youtu.be/E-rfU6n2rCw Masonry Materials and Properties: https://youtu.be/AkmLlnxKtyM Megastructures: Brick Construction Handbook (Section 11)
4) Reinforced Concrete Constructions RC Beams, columns, slabs, RC walls, foundations, footings. Reinforced concrete frame structures. model materials obtaining Reading & Watching: Construction Handbook (Section 9) Step by Step Indian 30*40 house concrete construction https://youtu.be/jsQNIkWWug4 https://youtu.be/XGCaLzaNfF4 Reading & Watching: Building a House: https://youtu.be/M-MlVkQybjI
5) MIDTERM – I PRESENTATIONS Topic: Detailed Analysis of structures-construction of your own house through architectural-engineering project, plans-sections of whole structure and construction ppt presentation file
6) MIDTERM – I PRESENTATIONS Topic: Detailed Analysis of structures-construction of your own house through architectural-engineering project, plans-sections of whole structure and construction ppt presentation file
7) TIMBER CONSTRUCTIONS Mechanical properties of wood. Wooden columns, wooden beams, wooden roof members, wooden trusses. Frames, load-bearing members, concepts of Structural Systems – Connection methods of wooden members. Nails, screws, bolts and turnbuckles, understanding behavior of components of the wooden trusses. Connection details of the wooden structural elements Obtaining model materials Reading & Watching: Construction Handbook (Section 10) Building a Norwegian Tinyhouse Frame https://youtu.be/8bgeBDMblK8 Build a Wooden Frame House from Scratch Time Lapse https://youtu.be/a0kusX4jDiI
8) STEEL STRUCTURES (profiles,cables-membranes, tensile structures, prefabrications, special-composite constructions) Cross sectional properties of structural steel profiles. Center of gravity of geometric area. Steel frame structures. Connection methods of structural steel members. Rivets, bolts and welding. Types of welding. Details of column to foundation, column to column, column to beam, beam to girder connections / Cross sectional properties of structural steel profiles. Center of gravity of geometric area. Steel frame structures. Connection methods of structural steel members. Details of column to foundation, column to column, column to beam, beam to girder connections Obtaining model materials Handbook (Section 7) How to Erect Steel Structures given in step by step https://youtu.be/JhSJtooxG4E
9) MIDTERM – II PRESENTATIONS Topic:Analysis of structure&construction of the given Building through Architectural-engineering project, plans-sections of whole structure, construction ppt presentation file
10) Midterm – II: Topic:Analysis of structure&construction of the given Building through Architectural-engineering project, plans-sections of whole structure, construction ppt presentation file
11) Midterm – II: Topic:Analysis of structure&construction of the given Building through Architectural-engineering project, plans-sections of whole structure, construction ppt presentation file
12) Prefabricated Constructions Pedestrian Steel Bridges obtaining model materials
13) Critics & Evaluation: Final Project Pedestrian Bridge Steel Structured PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE (between blocks A – B in North Campus BAU) obtaining model & drawing materials
14) Critics & Evaluation: Final Project Pedestrian Bridge Steel Structured PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE (between blocks A – B in North Campus BAU) obtaining model & drawing material
15) Final Project Submission -
16) Final Project Submission

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lecture Videos
References: • Allen E., Aano J., Iano J., Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
• Ching F., Adams C., Building Construction Illustrated, 3rd Ed. John Wiley & Sons, 2000
• Harris C. M., (2000), “Dictionary of Architecture and Construction, Mc Graw-Hill Professional”
• Rich, P. (1999), “Principles of Building Element Design”, Arch. Press.
• Rupp, W, Friedman A, Farrell P. (1989), Construction Materials for Interior Design: Principles of Structure and Properties of Materials. Whitney Library of Design,
• Schaeffer R.E., (2001), Elementary Structures for Architects and Builders, 4th Ed. Prentice Hall,
• Simmons H.L. Olin H.B. (2000), Schmidt J.L, Construction Principles: Materials and Methods, John Wiley and Sons, 1999,

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 0
Homework Assignments 6 % 30
Midterms 2 % 30
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 2 4 8
Application 5 10 50
Homework Assignments 6 6 36
Midterms 2 4 8
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 104

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Setting up various spaces in national and international contexts, carrying out designs, planning and applications that could satisfy various user groups and respond various requirements in the field of Interior Architecture,
2) Analyzing the information gathered from the framework of actual physical, social and economical constraints and user requirements, and synthesizing these with diverse knowledge and considerations in order to create innovative spatial solutions,
3) Generating creative, innovative, aesthetic and unique spatial solutions by using tangible and abstract concepts,
4) Using at least one of the illustration and presentation technologies competently, that the field of interior architecture requires,
5) Reporting, presenting and transferring the design, practice and research studies to the specialists or laymen by using visual, textual or oral communication methods, efficiently and accurately,
6) Embracing and prioritizing man-environment relationships, user health, safety and security, and universal design principles in the field of interior architecture,
7) Design understanding and decision making that respects social and cultural rights of the society, cultural heritage and nature,
8) Being aware of national and international values, following developments and being equipped about ethical and aesthetical subjects in the fields of interior architecture, design and art,
9) Having absolute conscious about legal regulations, standards and principles; and realizing professional ethics, duties and responsibilities in the field of Interior Architecture,