| ARCHITECTURE | |||||
| 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 |
| The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
| Language of instruction: | En |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
| Course Level: | Bachelor |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. MELTEM VATAN |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Assoc. Prof. MELTEM VATAN Assoc. Prof. AYŞE İREM KIRIŞ Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ALİ ÇİÇEK |
| 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 behaviour 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 and in multidisciplinary teams to successfully complete design projects. |
| ─ 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 |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation | |
| 1) | General information: Course description | ||
| 2) | Introduction: Contemporary structural materials and contemporary architectural structures | ||
| 3) | Framed systems: Historic evolution, Structural design principles | ||
| 4) | Trussed systems: Historic evolution, Structural design principles | ||
| 5) | Case studies: Columns and walls, Beams and slabs, Frames, Trusses, Space trusses | ||
| 6) | Case studies: Columns and walls, Beams and slabs, Frames, Trusses, Space trusses | ||
| 7) | Case studies: Columns and walls, Beams and slabs, Frames, Trusses, Space trusses | ||
| 8) | MIDTERM EXAM | ||
| 9) | Funicular systems: Historic evolution, Structural design principles | ||
| 10) | Shell systems: Historic evolution, Structural design principles | ||
| 11) | Case studies: Catenary cables, Tents, Pneumatics, Arches, Vaults | ||
| 12) | Case studies: Shells, Folded plates | ||
| 13) | High rise buildings: Historic evolution, Structural design principles | ||
| 14) | Case studies: High rise buildings | ||
| Course Notes: | 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 | % 10 |
| Laboratory | 0 | % 0 |
| Application | 0 | % 0 |
| Field Work | 0 | % 0 |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | % 0 |
| Quizzes | 0 | % 0 |
| Homework Assignments | 0 | % 0 |
| Presentation | 1 | % 20 |
| Project | 0 | % 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | % 0 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
| 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 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 13 | 3 | 39 |
| 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 | 13 | 4 | 52 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework Assignments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quizzes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Preliminary Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Paper Submission | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 96 | ||
| 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 |