Architecture (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: ARCH203
Course Name: Building Technologies 2
Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
4
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory Courses
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. ERKAN KAMBEK
Course Lecturer(s): Erkan Kambek
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To enable the students to :
1.Acquire the understanding of concept & nature of the building ,
2.Apply building construction techniques in a manner that confırms to standards,
and principles for masonry buildings
Course Content: Structural definitions, the nature and methods of buildings, types of buildings; Soil mechanics and site investigation methods; Excavations and timbering, Design principles for solid structures, Foundations; Walls, Openings in walls, Water proofing at basements, Ground floor formation, Chimneys, Timber roof and simple hip roof for solid structure, Stairs and basic basement floor stairs

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Students are able to design solid structures
2) Students are able to implement the traditional building methods
3) Students are able to deal with aspects related to soil mechanics and site conditions
4) Students can tackle with the aspects of detail solving and their application in relation to solid structures
5) Students are able to define the functions and nature of all building elements in relation to solid structures

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Explaining The Course Content And Clarification Of Mutual Duties And Homeworks
2) Introduction To Construction Techniques And Fundamental Concepts Of Construction Technologies, What Is Construction? Rough Structure, Fine Structure. Building-Ground Relationship
3) FOUNDATION SYSTEMS
4) FLOOR SYSTEMS
5) WALL SYSTEMS
6) ROOF SYSTEMS
7) MOISTURE AND THERMAL PROTECTION
8) MIDTERM SUBMISSION
9) DOORS AND WINDOWS
10) STAIRS
11) ELECTROMECHANICAL INSTALLATION RELATIONS (Chimney, Kitchen, Sanitary Areas, Technical Volume, Etc.)
12) FINISHING WORKS
13) MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION RELATIONSHIP
14) GENERAL REVIEW

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Building Construction Illustrated, -Ching F., John Wiley&Sons, 2008
References: Bibliography Introduction to Architectural Technology, Silver P., McLean W., DVA,Hamburg, 2009-
Building Construction Illustrated, -Ching F., John Wiley&Sons, 2008
Mimarlıkta Yapı-Yapım, ERTEN,Erkin., Birsen Yayınevi,Istanbul:2012
The Construction of Building ( Volume:1-5), Barry,R., ,Blackwell Scientific Pub.Ltd,Worcester :2001
Yapı, ELDEM,Sedad Hakkı., ,Birsen Yayınevi,Istanbul :2012

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) She/he gains knowledge of and develops values on technical, aesthetic, cultural, historical, social and ethical dimensions of architecture with a scientific and critical approach. 2
2) She/he integrates architectural practice with environmental, economic and social sustainability principles. 2 3
3) She/he has the knowledge and ability to provide and implement interactions between urban planning, urban design and architectural projects. 1 1
4) Gains the ability to identify architectural potentials and problems based on data collection, analysis, interpretation and critical thinking, in order to cultivate concepts and determine strategies for action.
5) She/he is able to interrelate theory, design and construction practices. 2 2
6) She/he will be able to produce architectural design, presentation, implementation, management and supervision stages both independently and collectively for different contexts and scales and through a responsive approach to social, functional, technical and aesthetic requirements.
7) In addition to traditional methods, she/he interactively uses the emerging information technologies required by the field. 3 1 3
8) To analyze and document the historical and conservation characteristics of the built environment; taking into account of the balance between protection and use, she/he has the ability and necessary knowledge in renovation and restoration issues. 2
9) She / he gains the ability to cooperate with different disciplines on the conception and design of the built environment, as an individual and/or as a team member. 2
10) Has knowledge on and comprehension of professional ethics and codes of conduct, legal and managerial regulations, standards, rights and responsibilities and processes in the field of architecture. 2
11) Can produce design, know-how and knowledge for the improvement of different and changing social needs, and for the enhancement of life quality. 2
12) She/he has the knowledge and responsibility to design solidly built structures and takes into account of the risks of natural disaster. 3 3 2
13) She/he monitors new developments in architectural theory and practice and is open to lifelong learning. 2
14) She/he takes responsibility for the improvement of social consciousness in the field of architecture, and for the endorsement and defense of ecological and urban rights. 3
15) Has architectural communication skills in a foreign language.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) She/he gains knowledge of and develops values on technical, aesthetic, cultural, historical, social and ethical dimensions of architecture with a scientific and critical approach. 2
2) She/he integrates architectural practice with environmental, economic and social sustainability principles. 3
3) She/he has the knowledge and ability to provide and implement interactions between urban planning, urban design and architectural projects. 1
4) Gains the ability to identify architectural potentials and problems based on data collection, analysis, interpretation and critical thinking, in order to cultivate concepts and determine strategies for action. 2
5) She/he is able to interrelate theory, design and construction practices. 2
6) She/he will be able to produce architectural design, presentation, implementation, management and supervision stages both independently and collectively for different contexts and scales and through a responsive approach to social, functional, technical and aesthetic requirements. 3
7) In addition to traditional methods, she/he interactively uses the emerging information technologies required by the field. 3
8) To analyze and document the historical and conservation characteristics of the built environment; taking into account of the balance between protection and use, she/he has the ability and necessary knowledge in renovation and restoration issues. 1
9) She / he gains the ability to cooperate with different disciplines on the conception and design of the built environment, as an individual and/or as a team member. 3
10) Has knowledge on and comprehension of professional ethics and codes of conduct, legal and managerial regulations, standards, rights and responsibilities and processes in the field of architecture. 1
11) Can produce design, know-how and knowledge for the improvement of different and changing social needs, and for the enhancement of life quality. 2
12) She/he has the knowledge and responsibility to design solidly built structures and takes into account of the risks of natural disaster. 3
13) She/he monitors new developments in architectural theory and practice and is open to lifelong learning. 1
14) She/he takes responsibility for the improvement of social consciousness in the field of architecture, and for the endorsement and defense of ecological and urban rights. 2
15) Has architectural communication skills in a foreign language.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 5 % 25
Midterms 2 % 25
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Preparation for the Activity Spent for the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements Workload
Course Hours 14 5 70
Application 10 1 10
Midterms 1 10 10
Final 1 10 10
Total Workload 100