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ARCHITECTURE
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
ARC2056 Construction Technology Project Spring 1 4 3 4

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YİĞİT YILMAZ
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor TANEM KÖTEŞLİ AYDIN
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi MELEK ELİF SOMER
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YİĞİT YILMAZ
Assoc. Prof. MELTEM VATAN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The objectives of the Construction Technology course are;
-To experience the concept of preliminary design, design development and construction project,
-To learn and apply drawing techniques in the scale of design development and construction project,
-To experience drawing a construction project, in which contemporary construction methods and materials are applied.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students, who accomplish this course,
1- recognize and define required information transfer among different stages of the design and the construction.
2 represent the building elements and materials in different scales.
3- use contemporary building technology and materials for the project.
4- draw a construction project set.
5- apply the basic principles of life-safety systems with an emphasis on egress.
6- understand the basic principles involved in the appropriate application of building envelope systems and associated assemblies relative to fundamental performance, aesthetics, moisture transfer, durability, and energy and material resources.
7- understand the basic principles and appropriate application and performance of building service systems such as plumbing, electrical, vertical transportation, security, and fire protection systems.
8- understanding the basic principles utilized in the appropriate selection of construction materials, products, components, and assemblies, based on their inherent characteristics and performance, including their environmental impact and reuse.
9- Ability to work in collaboration with others and in multidisciplinary teams to successfully complete design projects.

Course Content

The content of the Construction Technology Project course is;
- The architectural construction project set consisting of the drawings in different scales, is conducted within the semester
- In the scope of the design development and construction project, structure system alternatives are investigated and applied to the project,
- The project is matured in terms of construction materials, junctions, and methods,
- Turkish construction regulations are investigated and applied to the project.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the course and construction project concept, selection of the case study
2) Conversion of the preliminary design in 1/100 to the design development in 1/100. Axis and structural system integration Investigation of the the structural systems
3) Conversion of the design development in 1/100 to the construction project in 1/50 (Floor plans) Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/50
4) Presentation of the architectural section in 1/50. Drawings of the sections Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/50
5) Presentation of the architectural elevation in 1/50. Drawings of the elevations Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/50
6) Presentation of the floor cladding plan in 1/50. Drawings of the floor cladding plan Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/50
7) Presentation of the ceiling plan in 1/50. Drawings of the ceiling plan Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/50
8) Midterm
9) Presentation of the façade system detail set in 1/20. Drawings of the façade system detail set Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/20
10) Presentation of the stair system detail set in 1/20. Drawings of the stair system detail set Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/20
11) Presentation of the wet spaces detail set in 1/20. Drawings of the wet spaces detail set Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/20
12) Presentation of the door detail set in 1/10. Drawings of the door detail set Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/10
13) Presentation of the window detail set in 1/10. Drawings of the window detail set Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/10
14) Presentation of the settlement plan in 1/200. Drawings of the settlement plan Analysis of the drawing requirements in 1/200

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References: 1- Andrea Deplazes, Constructing Architecture, Materials, Processes, Structures, 2008
2- Bert Bielefeld, Isabella Skiba, Technical Drawing, Birkhauser, Basel, 2007
3- David Dernie, Architectural Drawing, Laurance King, London, 2010.
4- Ching Francis D.K., Adams Cassandra, Building Construction Illustrated, 2010.
5- Watts Andrew, Modern Construction Handbook, 2001
6- Watts Andrew, Modern Construction Handbook, 2014
7- Wakita Osamu A., The Professional Practice Of Architectural Detailing, 1999
8- Thomas Herzog, Roland Krippner, Werner Lang, Facade Construction Manual, 2004
9- Christian Schittich and others, Glass Construction Manual,2007
10- Thomas Herzog and others, Timber construction Manual, 2004
11- Helmut C. Schulitz and others, Steel Construction Manual, 2000
12- Leslie Simmons, Olin's Construction, Principles, Materials, Methods, 2011
13- Eldem Sedat H., Yapı, 2009
14- Peter Schmid, Stephen Emmitt, John Olie, Principles of Architectural Detailing, 2004
15- Edward Allen, P. Rand, Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructability, Aesthetics, 2006
16- Orhan Şahinler, Mimarlıkta Teknik Resim, YEM, İstanbul, 1990.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 13 % 0
Application 13 % 40
Midterms 1 % 20
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 13 1 13
Application 13 4 52
Study Hours Out of Class 12 2 24
Midterms 1 5 5
Final 1 5 5
Total Workload 99

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) Using the theoretical/conceptual and practical knowledge acquired for architectural design, design activities and research. 3
2) Identifying, defining and effectively discussing aesthetic, functional and structural requirements for solving design problems using critical thinking methods. 3
3) Being aware of the diversity of social patterns and user needs, values and behavioral norms, which are important inputs in the formation of the built environment, at local, regional, national and international scales.
4) Gaining knowledge and skills about architectural design methods that are focused on people and society, sensitive to natural and built environment in the field of architecture. 1
5) Gaining skills to understand the relationship between architecture and other disciplines, to be able to cooperate, to develop comprehensive projects; to take responsibility in independent studies and group work. 5
6) Giving importance to the protection of natural and cultural values in the design of the built environment by being aware of the responsibilities in terms of human rights and social interests.
7) Giving importance to sustainability in the solution of design problems and the use of natural and artificial resources by considering the social, cultural and environmental issues of architecture. 2
8) Being able to convey and communicate all kinds of conceptual and practical thoughts related to the field of architecture by using written, verbal and visual media and information technologies. 4
9) Gaining the ability to understand and use technical information about building technology such as structural systems, building materials, building service systems, construction systems, life safety. 5
10) Being aware of legal and ethical responsibilities in design and application processes. 3