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| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| ARC3031 | Contemporary Structural Systems | Fall | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Prof. Dr. MELTEM VATAN |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Görevlisi TANEM KÖTEŞLİ AYDIN Prof. Dr. MELTEM VATAN |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | This course seeks to integrate theories and knowledge about constructional materials and systems into practical information for contemporary building structures through case studies. The aim is to help to the student; to develop the capacity to classify, compare, summarize, explain and interpret information related to: The evolution, range, and appropriate application of contemporary structural systems; Structural characteristics of common construction materials, i.e. steel, concrete, wood, membrane and glass; Integration of structural elements into complete structural systems in contemporary building design. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Understanding of the basic principles of structural behavior in withstanding gravity and lateral forces and the evolution, range, and appropriate application of contemporary structural systems. Understanding of 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. Ability to work in collaboration with others to successfully complete design projects. Ability to gather, assess, record, apply, and comparatively evaluate relevant information through case studies. |
| Contemporary structural materials and systems Classification of contemporary structural systems Design and selection criteria of each structural system The concept of structural integrity and stability Analysis of case studies Lecture, Individual Study, Group Work, Case Study, Discussion, Studio Work |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Lecture General information, Course description, Contemporary structural materials and contemporary architectural structures | no |
| 2) | Lecture Historic evolution, Structural design principles Case study presentations (students) | Exploration of contemporary building case studies |
| 3) | Lecture Frame syst. - Case study Analysis (Studio Work) | Exploration of contemporary building case studies |
| 4) | Çerçeve sistemler | Preparation for 3D modeling of the framed structural system |
| 5) | Trussed systems | Exploration of contemporary building case studies |
| 6) | Lecture Truss syst. – Studio Work | Preparation for 3D modeling of the trussed structural system |
| 7) | Trussed systems Lecture Truss syst. – 3D modeling | Preparation for 3D modeling of the trussed structural system |
| 8) | MIDTERM EXAMINATION | all lectures |
| 8) | MIDTERM EXAMINATION | all lectures |
| 9) | Funicular systems Lecture Historic evolution, Structural design principles - 3D modeling | Preparation for 3D modeling of the shell system |
| 10) | Shell systems Lecture Historic evolution, Structural design principles | Exploration of contemporary building case studies |
| 11) | Funicular / Shell syst. Case study Analysis (Studio Work) | Exploration of contemporary building case studies |
| 12) | Cables, Tents and Pneumatic | Exploration of contemporary building case studies |
| 13) | Folded Structures | Preparation for 3D modeling of the Cables / Tents / Folded syst. structural system |
| 14) | High rise buildings | Dönem tekrarı |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Bjorn N. Sandaker, Arne P. Eggen, Mark R. Cruvellier (2011) The Structural Basis of Architecture, Second Edition, Taylor and Francis Francis D. K. Ching, Barry S. Onouye, Douglas Zuberbuhler (2009) Building Structures Illustrated – Patterns, Systems and Design Andreas Achilles, Diane Navratil (2009) Basics – Glass Construction Arcelor Mittal, Detail (2009) Featuring Steel – Resources, Architecture, Reflections Türkçü Çetin (2009) Çağdaş Taşıyıcı Sistemler Andrea Deplazes (2008) Constructing Architecture Materials, Processes Structures Handbook Pete Silver, Will McLean (2008) Introduction to Architectural Technology Heino Engel (2007) Structure Systems M. Hegger, V. Auch-Schwelk , M. Fuchs, T. Rosenkranz (2006) Construction Materials Manual G. G. Shierle (2006) Structures in Architecture O. Popovic Larsen, A. Tyas (2003) Conceptual Structural Design: Bridging the Gap Between Architects and Engineers Fuller Moore (1998) Understanding Structures Malcolm Millais (1997) Building Structures – A Conceptual Approach Mario Salvadori (1990) The Art of Construction Francis Chaplin, Geoffrey Calderbannk, Jacqueline Howes (1984) The Technology of Suspended Cable Net Structures |
| References: | Bjorn N. Sandaker, Arne P. Eggen, Mark R. Cruvellier (2011) The Structural Basis of Architecture, Second Edition, Taylor and Francis Francis D. K. Ching, Barry S. Onouye, Douglas Zuberbuhler (2009) Building Structures Illustrated – Patterns, Systems and Design Andreas Achilles, Diane Navratil (2009) Basics – Glass Construction Arcelor Mittal, Detail (2009) Featuring Steel – Resources, Architecture, Reflections Türkçü Çetin (2009) Çağdaş Taşıyıcı Sistemler Andrea Deplazes (2008) Constructing Architecture Materials, Processes Structures Handbook Pete Silver, Will McLean (2008) Introduction to Architectural Technology Heino Engel (2007) Structure Systems M. Hegger, V. Auch-Schwelk , M. Fuchs, T. Rosenkranz (2006) Construction Materials Manual G. G. Shierle (2006) Structures in Architecture O. Popovic Larsen, A. Tyas (2003) Conceptual Structural Design: Bridging the Gap between Architects and Engineers Fuller Moore (1998) Understanding Structures Malcolm Millais (1997) Building Structures – A Conceptual Approach Mario Salvadori (1990) The Art of Construction Francis Chaplin, Geoffrey Calderbannk, Jacqueline Howes (1984) The Technology of Suspended Cable Net Structures Mario Salvadori (1980) Why Buildings Stand Up? The Strength of Architecture GA Journal Periodicals (online available) IASS Journal Periodicals (online available) |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 14 | % 0 |
| Application | 14 | % 25 |
| Presentation | 1 | % 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
| Course Hours | 13 | 26 |
| Application | 13 | 26 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 11 | 33 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 4 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 |
| Final | 1 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 93 | |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | 1 |
| 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. | 1 |
| 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. | 2 |
| 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. | 2 |