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
ARC3932 Steel in Architecture Fall 2 0 2 4
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. SİNEM KÜLTÜR
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to introduce steel as a construction material and raise the awareness of its vast use among different kinds of architectural structures.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students are going to
-learn the structural steel in material, element, and building scales;
-be aware of the relation between design and load-bearing systems;
-gain basic knowledge of using structural steel elements;
-be informed about the selection of cladding and protection systems.

Course Content

•Steel is introduced
-as a material (what is steel, the uses of steel, story of the steel, steelmaking, and sustainability),
-as the construction material (advantages of steel construction, processes and applications of structural steel);

•Steel design is handled based on
-basic design principles with load flow on structures,
-concept of improved shapes and efficiency,
-strength, stiffness and stability;

•Construction elements made of steel are studied in terms of
-beams, columns, trusses, bracings,
-floor systems,
-cold-formed steel members,
-connections and fasteners,
(with some numerical case studies to provide better understanding of element sizes to fulfill architectural needs)

•Steel protection systems are studied as
-corrosion protection
-fire protection

Teaching Methods and Techniques Used in the Course
-Case Study
-Collaborative Learning
-Lecture
-Discussion
-Individual Study
-Problem Solving

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) * Course Explanation * Orientation
2) * Introduction - What is steel? - The uses of steel - The story of steel: A timeline
3) * What is Structural Steel? - Process of structural steel: From design to building - Structural steel in different kinds of buildings
4) * Design with Structural Steel - Load flow on structures - Basic design principles
5) * Design with Structural Steel - Steel load bearing systems
6) * Design with Structural Steel - Members made of steel
7) * Structural Elements - Beams, trusses, columns, bracings
8) Take-Home Midterm Exam
9) * Structural Elements - Floor systems - Composite members
10) * Structural Elements - Cold-Formed steel members
11) * Claddings - Roof Cladding - Facade Cladding
12) * Other Construction Elements - Stairs, ladders, elevators
13) * Protection - Corrosion protection - Fire protection
14) * Other Topics in Structural Steel

Sources

Course Notes:
References: -Boake, T.M., (2012). Understanding Steel Design: An Architectural Design Manual. Basel: Birkhäuser -Boake, T.M., (2015). Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel: Specifications, Connections, Details. Basel: Birkhäuser -Reichel, A., (2007). Building with Steel: Details, Principles, Examples. München: Birkhäuser -Eren, Ö., (2014). Büyük Açıklıklı Çelik Yapılar. İstanbul: Arı Sanat Yayınevi Gerekirse, daha fazla okuma “Itslearning” aracılığıyla yüklenecektir. Herhangi bir materyale erişemiyorsanız, lütfen eğitmenle iletişime geçin. If necessary, further readings are going to be uploaded via “Itslearning”. If you cannot access any material, please contact the instructor.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 15
Laboratory 0 % 0
Application 0 % 0
Field Work 0 % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 0 % 0
Quizzes 0 % 0
Homework Assignments 2 % 20
Presentation 0 % 0
Project 0 % 0
Seminar 0 % 0
Midterms 1 % 25
Preliminary Jury 0 % 0
Final 1 % 40
Paper Submission 0 % 0
Jury 0 % 0
Bütünleme % 0
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 2 26
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application 0 0 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) 0 0 0
Field Work 0 0 0
Study Hours Out of Class 11 2 22
Presentations / Seminar 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Homework Assignments 2 4 8
Quizzes 0 0 0
Preliminary Jury 0 0 0
Midterms 1 16 16
Paper Submission 0 0 0
Jury 0 0 0
Final 1 24 24
Total Workload 96

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) Engages in design, planning, and implementation activities in the field of interior architecture that can respond to different spatial configurations, user groups, and needs in national and international contexts,
2) Analyzes data collected by focusing on user needs alongside real physical, social, and economic constraints, synthesizes various information and thoughts using individual and professional skills of the 21st century, and uses these processes to develop creative spatial solutions.
3) Produces creative, innovative, aesthetic, and original spatial solutions using abstract and concrete concepts,
4) Uses contemporary knowledge production, expression, representation, and technologies required by the field of interior architecture,
5) Gains knowledge about contemporary spatial fittings and construction techniques in design and implementation works in the field of interior architecture; follows the industry and current developments,
6) Embraces and prioritizes the relationship between human-environment, user health and safety, universal design principles, and sustainable design approaches in the field of interior architecture,
7) Acquires a design understanding that respects the social and cultural rights of society, cultural heritage, and nature, and can make conscious decisions on these matters.
8) Follows national and international values and developments in the fields of interior architecture, architecture, design, and art, participates in teamworks, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary work, and is knowledgeable in ethical issues,
9) Gains an understanding of legal regulations and standards in interior architecture; and becomes aware of professional ethics and responsibilities.