SEMESTER VIII

3 HUMAN SETTLEMENTS PLANNING

XAR801
AIM:

Understand the planning profession and process for the improvement of human living environment. OBJECTIVES: To understand the evolution and growth of settlements. To understand the forces shaping the human settlement and the issues involve with the settlement. To understand the planning process and implementation system in India. To understand contemporary city planning concepts.

UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO PLANNING AND PLANNING CONCEPTS 10 Evolution of planning profession, role and scope of a planner, planning in history town planning in ancient Greek, roman and medieval , town planning in ancient India. Urban forms and pattern. Planning concepts proposed by Ebenezer Howard, Patric Geedes, Lewis Mumford, CA Perry, le Corbusier. Writings of Jane Jacops. UNIT II: INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SETTLEMENTS 8 Elements of human settlement. Forms of human settlement, Growth factors of human settlement. Characteristics of human settlement at various phases of its growth stage. UNIT III: ASPECTS OF PLANNING 12 Various aspects of planning - Land use planning, transportation planning, environmental planning, infrastructure planning. The fundamentals of the land use planning, Zoning principles and basis for formation of zoning laws. Growth management system, infrastructure (Infrastructure, Road, Water supply, Sanitation, Solid Waste Disposal) development and maintenance UNIT IV: PLANNING PROCESS 8 Tools and techniques utilized at the local, regional, and state level master plan, structure plan, and zonal plan.

Local Governance and Administration: Objectives, Functions, Responsibilities and Organizational structure of: (i) Village Panchayats (ii) Municipalities (iii) Corporations and (iv) Urban Development Authorities.

UNIT V: CITIES -PARADIGN OF SOCIO POLITICAL EXPRESSION 7 Cities as symbolic expressions of power Chandigarh, Delhi, Bhuvaneshwar, Brasilia, Regulations and standards in India. Critical analysis of standards. TOTAL: 45 TEXT BOOKS 1. Gallion Arthur B & Eisna Simon, The Urban Pattern: City Planning and Housing. 2. UDPFI guidelines 3. Town and Country Planning Act 1971 with amendments 3. John Radcliffe, An Introduction to Town and Country Planning. REFERENCES 1. C.L.Doxiadis, Ekistics, An Introduction to the Science of Human Settlements, Hutchinson, London, 1968. 2. Government of India, Report of the National Commission on Urbanisation, 1988. 3. Andro D.Thomas, 'Housing and Urban Renewal, George Allen and Unwin, Sydney, 1986. 4. Rodwin, Lloyd, ed., 1987. Shelter, Settlements and Development (Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, Unwin Hyman Ltd.) 5. Town and country planning Act 1971 with amendments

XAR 802 - GREEN ARCHITECTURE - I

AIM Green building approach is architectures contribution to the global response to climate change. To prepare the student competent in creating environmentally responsive and resource-efficient buildings by exposing them to principles of passive design, use of software for passive design and energy calculation through simulation and construction techniques. OBJECTIVE To expose students to the history and future revolution of green building. To provide information about various rating and certifying bodies of green buildings. To provide extensive knowledge about factors of green building. To expose student to climate responsive design with help of computer software.

UNIT - I

GREEN BUILDING HISTORY AND INTEGRATED DESIGN PROCESS

Definition and concepts of Green and Sustainability, Origin and future of green building revolution, Benefits and business potential of green building, Introduction to factors of green building, Rating and Certification of green buildings. Understanding the Integrated design process, What sustainability activities have to happen in each stage of the design process, and financial strategies. UNIT - II WATER CONSERVATION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY 9

Use water wisely, Technology for water conservation, waste water and grey water reuse, Efficient use of electricity in appliances, lighting and Electric and electronic devices, Alternative and renewable energy like photovoltaic, wind wave and tidal energy, hydro power and nuclear power.

UNIT - III

MATERIALS AND RESOURCE CONSERVATION

Selection and assessment of building materials, Environment impact of building materials, Calculation of embodied energy, Embodied energy in processing, Transportation and recycling, Embodied energy in different building materials. UNIT - IV INDOOR ENVIRONMENT QUALITY 9

Indoor air quality, Thermal comfort based on use & activity and Indoor temperature and humidity, Noise pollution and Indoor acoustics, Daylighting and solar protection, passive design techniques. UNIT - V GREEN ROOF: CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE 8

Why create Green roof, Structural considerations like insulation and water proofing, Construction methods of green roof, Plants in green roof, Maintenance, Return on investment and quantifying the benefits of green roof. Total 45 REFERENCES: 1. Sam Kubba Ph.D., LEED AP, LEED Practices, Certification, and Accreditation Handbook, ButterworthHeinemann, USA, 2010. 2. Jerry Yudelson, Green Building A to Z New society publishers, Canada, 2007. 3. B.Givoni, Man, Climate and Architecture, Applied Science, Banking, Essex, 1982. 4. Jerry Yudelson ., The green building revolution Island press - London - 2008. 5. Kelly Luckett, Green Roof Construction and Maintenance McGraw-Hill, USA, 2009 6. Varis Bokalders and Maria Block, The Whole Building Handbook, Earthscan, USA, 2010 http://www.toolsforsustainability.com/ http://www.architecture2030.org/ http://inhabitat.com/ www.greenhomebuilding.com/ www.greenbiz.com/buildings www.green-siue.com www.greenroofs.com

3 DISASTER RESISTANCE AND

XAR 803

ARCHITECTURE 1. NATURAL HAZARDS 9 Introduction to Disaster Management - Contemporary Natural and Man-made Disasters- Natural Hazards Fundamentals of Disasters, Causal Factors of Disasters, Poverty, Population Growth, Rapid Urbanization, Transitions in Cultural Practices, Environmental Degradation, War and Civil Strife - brief description on cause and formation of flood, cyclone, earthquake, Tsunami and Landslides. Zoning and classification by center/ state government organizations. Geologic Hazards and Natural disasters how to recongnize and avoid them hazards of faulting hazards of geologic foundations 2. MAN MADE HARZARDS Man made hazards fire gas, chemical leakages, pollution and health hazards, man made disasters vulnerability analysis and risk assessment 3. CONCEPTS FOR DISASTER RESISTANT DESIGN 12 Vernacular and historical experiences case studies. Site selection and site development building forms Effects of cyclone, tsunami, hurricanes and seismic forces related to building configuration spatial aspects contemporary/ international approaches for low rise, mid-rise and high rise buildings. Seismic design principles and concepts ductility based design and seismic base isolation. 4. NATURAL DISASTERS AND IMPACT ON BUILDINGS 12 4

Principles of wind forces, earthquake forces on buildings best and worst types of construction for cyclones and earthquake resistance. Innovations and selection of appropriate materials IS

code provisions for buildings disaster resistant construction details. 5. POST OPERATIVE MEASURES FOR DISASTER MANAGEMANT 8

Methods to minimize damage to utilities plaster / wall boards / furnishings/ swimming pools / antennas / free standing retaining masonry walls other remedies and post operative measures cyclone and earthquake insurance training for before and after natural hazards and ways to protect family, property and oneself from natural calamities. Role of international, national and state bodies CBRI, NBO and NGOs in disaster mitigation and community participation. Total:45

TEXT BOOKS 1. Paulay,T and Priestly, M.N.J., A seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete and Masonry buildings, John Wiley and Sons, 1991. 2. Concrete Structures under Impact and Impulsive Loading, Synthesis Report CEB, Lousanne, Germany, 1988. REFERENCE BOOKS 1. Cook.N.J., The Designer's Guide to Wind Loading of Building Structures, Butterworths, 1989. 2. Kolousek., Wind Effects on Civil Engineering Structures, Elsevier Publications, 1984. 3. Peter Sachs, Wind Forces in Engineering, Pergamon Press, New York, 1972. 4. Dowling, C.H., Blast vibration - Monitoring and Control, Prentice Hall Inc., Englewood Cliffs, 1985. 5. Kolousek, V, Wind effects on Civil Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 1984.

4 INTERIOR DESIGN AND DETAILS

XAR 806

AIM To study the Interior Design principles and their applications in interiors & the art of Furniture making. OBJECTIVES Detailed study of History, principles and elements that go into making of an interior space more aesthetic, pleasing and functional with a few projects as practical.

UNIT- I INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN 5 Definition of interior design - Interior design process - Vocabulary of design in terms of principles and elements - Introduction to the design of interior spaces as related to typologies and functions, themes and concepts - Study and design. UNIT- II HISTORY OF INTERIOR DESIGN 5 Brief study of the history of interior design through the ages relating to historical context, design movements and ideas etc. - Brief study of folk arts and crafts. (vernacular design in India) with reference to interior design and decoration. UNIT - III ELEMENTS OF INTERIOR DESIGN - ENCLOSING ELEMENTS 5

Introduction to various elements of interiors like floors. ceilings, walls, staircases, openings, interior service elements. incidental elements etc. and various methods of their treatment involving use of materials and methods of construction in order to obtain certain specific functional, aesthetic and psychological effects.

UNIT- IV: ELEMENTS OF INTERIOR DESIGN LIGHTING ACCESSORIES & INTERIOR LANDSCAPING 5 Study of interior lighting - Different types of lighting their effects types of lighting fixtures. Other elements of interiors like accessories used for enhancement of interiors Paintings, objects de art, etc. Interior landscaping - Elements like rocks, plants, water, flowers, fountains, paving, artifacts, etc. their physical properties, effects on spaces and design values. UNIT V: ELEMENTS OF INTERIOR DESIGN FURNITURE DESIGN & SPACE PLANNING 10 Study of the relationship between furniture and spaces - human movements & furniture design as related to human comfort - Function, materials and methods of construction - changing trends and lifestyles - Innovations and design ideas - Study on furniture for specific types of interiors like office furniture, children's furniture, residential furniture, display systems, etc. Design Projects on Residential, Commercial and Office Interiors. PRACTICALS TEXTBOOKS 1. Francis .D.K. Ching, Interior Design Illustrated, V.N.R. Pub., NY 1987. 2. Julius Penero and Martin Zelnik, Human Dimensions and Interior space Whitney Library of Design, NY 1979. REFERENCE BOOKS 1. Steport - De Van Kness, Logan and Szebely, Introduction to Interior Design Macmillan Publishing Co., NY 1980. 2. Inca / Interior Design Register, Inca Publications, Chennai, 1989. 3. Kathryn .B. Hiesinger and George H.Marcus, Landmarks of twentieth Century Design; Abbey Ville Press, 1993. 4. Syanne Slesin and Stafford Ceiff - Indian Style, Clarkson N. Potter, Newyork, 1990. 5. History of Interior design & furnitures , Blakemore.R 6. T.S.S. for Interior design & spaces, Chiara joseph 7. Interior Design Illustrated, Ching D.K. 8. Interior Design and Decoration, Premavathy seetharaman 45 THEORY 30

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7 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN VI

XAR 807

AIM This studio reinforces the integration of structural, environmental controls, building envelope, and building service systems in the design of the buildings. Fundamental design issues related to programming, aesthetics, and function are integrated with the above. OBJECTIVE To explore the relationship between building, space, landscape and movement in multiple use context. To make the student realize that architectural design process become more and more complex at advanced level and could be understood by analyzing live case studies appropriate documentation and presenting the same. To explore intelligent building techniques and service integration in their design. To explore contemporary process in design.

DESIGN STUDIO Design of advanced and complex problems - comprising of group and multi storied structures and infrastructure - with regard to climatic conditions, orientation, services, circulation problems relating to large developments, Design and detailing for use and movement of differently-abled

persons within and around building. Examples: Multi use convention centers, campus design, urban centers, neighborhood area, Transport terminals, sub - urban/urban settlement such as Courts, College, commercial complex, Hospitals, sports complex etc. TEXT BOOKS 1. Ed.By.Quentin Pickard RIBA - The Architects' Hand Book - Bladewell Science Ltd. 2002 2. De Chiara Callender, Time Saver Standard for Building Types, McGraw-Hills Co., 1973. REFERENCES 1. Edward D Mills, planning, 4 volumes, newness Butterworths, London 1976 2. National Building Code and Bureau of Indian standard publications. 3. Kulbhushan Jain and Meenakshi Jain - Mud Architecture of Indian Desert - Aadi Center Ahmedabad - 1992.

SEMESTER IX

XAR 901 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

AIM To create exposure to the practical aspects business, practice and ethics of architectural profession OBJECTIVE To enable student understand profession and the role of architect ,IIA and COA To sensitize students on methods of conducting competition for architectural projects To make student understand the various form of easements To sensitize students on how disputes between professional and clients could be resolved through various types and levels of arbitration. To make student understand the various form of contracts in execution of a project and claims that could be made. To make students aware of various other rules and regulations that govern special projects

UNIT I: ARCHITECT AND PROFESSION 7 Role of architect in society - role of IIA and COA Salient features of Architects' Act 1972 code of conduct, Partial/ Comprehensive Architectural service, Conditions of engagement of

an architect - normal additional, special and partial services scale of fees for various services - claiming of fees - relationship with client and contractor management of an architect's office - elementary accountancy. UNIT II: COMPETITIONS 5 Types of competitions - appointment of assessors - duties of assessors - instructions to participants - rejection of entries - award of premium - guidelines prescribed by COA & IIA for promotion and conduct of competitions UNIT III: EASEMENTS AND ARBITRATION 5

Easements -Definition - types of easement acquisition extinction and protection of easements Arbitration in disputes - arbitration agreement - sole arbitration - umpire - accepted matters and - award UNIT IV: TENDER AND CONTRACT 5

Calling for tenders - tender documents - open and closed tenders - item rate, lump sum, labour and demolition tender - conditions of tender - submission of tender - scrutiny and recommendations Conditions of contract - Form of contract articles of agreement - Contractor's bill certification

UNIT V: BUILDING RULES AND LEGISLATION

The Building Rules and By laws - Panchayat , Municipal, Corporation. Role of Local Authorities and Local Planning Authorities Development Control Rules Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority Environmental Acts and Laws, Fire Safety Rules Role of EIA Committee Need for special rules on architectural control and development -Special Rules governing Hill Area Development - coastal area development - Heritage Act of India - Role of urban Arts Commissions, Tamil Nadu Factory Rules. TOTAL : 45 TEXT BOOKS 1. Publications of COA IIA Hand book on Professional Practice, The Architects publishing Corporation of India, and Bombay 1987 2. Roshan Namavathi, Professional Practice, Lakhsmi Book Depot, Mumbai 1984 REFERENCES 1. J.J. Scott, Architect's Practice, Butterworth, London 1985

2 D.C. Rules for Chennai Metropolitan Area 1990 3. T.N.D.M. Building Rules, 1972 4. T.N.P. Building Rules 1942 5. Chennai City Corporation Building Rules 1972 6. Derek Sharp, The Business of Architectural Practice William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd., 8 Erafton St., London W1 1986 7. The Tamil Nadu Hill Areas Special Building Rules - 1981 8. Environmental Laws of India - by Kishore Vanguri, C.P.R. Environmental Education Centre, Chennai

3 LANDSCAPE DESIGN

XAR 902

AIM To study Landscape design , a vital component of architecture & predominantly deals with the planning of open space. OBJECTIVES Exposure to various concepts, ideas and techniques prevalent in landscape architecture. To understand ecosystem, historic styles of landscape design, planting design and designing of functional areas.

UNIT I : ECOLOGY AND LANDSCAPE 9 Introduction to ecology, ecosystem, biosphere components and working mechanism of ecosystem types and courses of disturbance in ecosystem man made and natural

e.g.: Dereliction of land reclamation, conservation UNIT II : PLANTING DESIGN 9

and landscaping of derelict land.

Plants as design elements- classification structural characteristic of plants visual characteristics of plant viz. line, form, texture, colour, etc. basic data for plant selection. UNIT III : HISTORIC STYLES OF LANDSCAPE DESIGN 9 Study of principles and design historic styles Mugal gardens of India:Shalimar Bagh and Taj Mahal, Japanese gardens: Saihoji, Ryoanji & Katsura imperial palace, Italian Renaissance gardens: Villa Lante at Bagania, American parks : Central park. UNIT - IV: ELEMENTS IN LANDSCAPE DESIGN 9 Elements of Landscape design - Landscape character Landscape Composition - Landscape effects- Organisation of spaces- circulation, built form and open spaces- exercises on planning for neighbourhood parks and campus developments. UNIT V: LANDSCAPING DESIGN OF FUNCTIONAL AREAS 9 Landscaping for residential layout recreational facilities, like parks, play fields- water front areas hill areas urban centers like squares, plazas Studio Exercises, Consideration and key factors to landscaping of above context. TOTAL: 45

Text Books 1. Landscape Architecture John omsbee simonds . 2. Planting Design Theodore D Walker Reference Books 1. Introduction to landscape design John L.Motloch. 2. Planting design Handbook Nick Robinson. 3. Site planning Standards Joseph dechiara Lee E. Koppelman. 4. Hand Book of Urban Landscape, The Architectural Press, London, 1973, Cliff Tandy.

5. T S S for Landscape Architecture, Mc Graw Hill, Inc, 1995 6. Landscape planning and Environmental Impact Design , Turner 7. Landscape detailing , Little woods 8. Landscape disgn , Park C.

3 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT

XAR 903

AIM: To establish and develop Project Management and TQM skills. At this stage the students are exposed to network logic, network techniques and to develop alternate strategies OBJECTIVES: The students learn traditional management systems. They learn project programming and unidimensional management techniques. They understand CPM and PERT network analysis and network logic They are exposed to optimum solution of project time and cost To understand the concepts and principles of TQM and to understand ISO and QS certification processes.

UNIT I INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT 6 Introduction to project management concepts background of management, purpose, goal and objects, characteristics of projects and different aspects of management. Traditional management system, Gantts approach, load chart, progress chart, bar chart merits and limitations.

UNIT II PROJECT PROGRAMMING 6 The concept of project programming, the stage of programming work, break down schedule, time estimate units. Project programming resources balancing, phasing of activities, programmes scheduling, project control, reviewing, updating and monitoring. Introduction to modern management, concepts, uni dimensional management techniques introduction to PERT and CPM Introduction to network concepts, network elements and inter relationships.

UNIT III NETWORK TECHNIQUES 12 Network techniques, network logic interrelationships, activity information, datasheets,

development of network. CPM for management, CPM network analysis, identification of critical path float, computation result sheets. PERT Network, introduction to the theory of probability and statistics, probabilistic time estimation for the activities of PERT network.

UNIT IV PROJECT COST 12 Introduction to two dimensional network analysis, activity cost information, cost time relationship, crashed estimates for the activities, compression potential, cost slope utility data sheet, project direct cost and indirect cost. Crashed programme, network compression least cost solution, least time solution, optimum time solution. Network techniques, PERT/CPM, generating alternative strategies using computers. UNIT V TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT 9 Introduction to TQM principles, TQM tools, SPC tools and quality systems - Definition of Quality, Dimensions of Quality, Quality Planning, Quality costs - Need for ISO 9000 and Other Quality Systems, ISO 9000:2000 Quality System Elements, Implementation of Quality System, Documentation, Quality Auditing, TS16949, ISO 14000 Concepts, Requirements and Benefits. TEXTBOOKS 1. Chitkara, K.K. Construction Project Management: Planning, Scheduling and Control, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company, New Delhi, 1998. 2. Joy, P.K., Total Project Management The Indian Context, Macmillan India Ltd., New Delhi, 1992. 3. James R.Evans & William M.Lidsay, The Management and Control of Quality, (5th Edition), South-Western (Thomson Learning), 2002 (ISBN 0-324-06680-5).

REFERENCES 1. Chris Hendrickson and Tung Au, Project Management for Construction Fundamental Concepts for Owners, Engineers, Architects and Builders, Prentice Hall, Pittsburgh, 2000. 2. Frederick E. Gould, Construction Project Management, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Vary E. Joyce, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2000. 3. Choudhury, S, Project Management, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company, New Delhi, 1988.

4. Ernest E. Ludwig, Applied Project Engineering and Management, Gulf Publishing Company, Houstan, Texas, 1988. 5. Harold Kerzner, Project Management A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling and Controlling, CBS Publishers & Distributors, Delhi, 1988. 6. Feigenbaum.A.V. Total Quality Management, McGraw Hill, 1991. 7. Oakland.J.S. Total Quality Management Butterworth Hcinemann Ltd., Oxford. 1989. 8. Narayana V. and Sreenivasan, N.S. Quality Management Concepts and Tasks, New Age International 1996.

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XAR 907 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN VII

AIM Design Projects, which provides opportunities to understand and learn how to solve the built environmental needs for multi-faceted public activities in an urban context. OBJECTIVE To create awareness that architecture is an integral part of city environment and to sensitize that design programmes have their own environmental impacts. To sensitize students that complex urban design projects have their appropriate long-term environmental impacts. To enable them to choose solutions in terms of material choice, technology, feasibility, innovativeness and imaginative in terms of process and end products.

DESIGN STUDIO Projects pertaining to Urban Design including Urban Renewal and Redevelopment -Involving intensive study of visual and other sensory relationship between people and their environment, problems concerning both preservation and development based on correlation of socio-economic and physical state and problems pertaining to traffic Design and detailing for differently-abled at the city/street/building scale. Examples: Any single area of a city exploring specific urban design typologies and alternatives for revitalization. Hill Architecture, High Tech Buildings, Green buildings, urban

nodes/streets/district Large Transportation terminals, Conservation and Re-development, revitalization of historic core, etc. TOTAL - 240 TEXT BOOKS 1. D. Gosling and Maitland - Urban Design - St. Martins Press 1984. 2. Ian Bentley - Responsive Environment - A manual for Designer - Architecture Press, London - 1985. REFERENCES 1. E and OE planning 11iffe Books Ltd, London 1973. 2. P&D Act 1995. 3. Edward D Mills planning 4 volumes Newnes - Butterworths, London 1976. Gordon Cullen - the concise Townscape - The Architectural pr 0 0 15 20

XAR1001 THESIS AIM: T o test whether a student has acquired the requisite skill and competence in architecture before becoming a full fledged architect. OBJECTIVES: To make a student undertake a detailed investigation / research on a topic of his / her choice (selective design) and come out with comprehensive design proposals / findings.

TOPICS OF STUDY The main areas of study and research shall be architecture, Urban Design, Urban Renewal, Urban and Rural Housing and Settlements, Environmental Design, Conservation, Landscape Design, etc,. However, the specific thrust shall be on architectural design and environment context with full understanding. Total - 450 PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS The thesis project shall be submitted in the form of drawings, project report, models, CDs and reports, as required for the project.

TEXT BOOKS AND REFERENCES As per requirement of topic and as suggested by the supervisor of thesis.

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XAR 804 (A) TRADITIONAL INDIAN ARCHITECTURE

AIM: To provide theoretical knowledge base on the uniqueness of Indian traditional Architecture principles, the meaning of space, the manifestation of energy, the selection of site and how integration of built form with site happens at metaphysical level based on articulation of celestial grid. OBJECTIVES: To make the student understand the definition of architecture as a creative activity, the practice in various levels and contributions in India. To expose to student on traditional understanding of a good site, the zoning of site to relate to human and how space could be articulated for bringing life into the building. To understand the philosophy and principles of Indian Architecture To initiate the process of solving design problems through traditional knowledge system.

UNIT- I: INTRODUCTION 6 Traditional definition achievements in India Meaning of Vaastu Vaastu its classification Relationship to earth.

UNIT- II : SPACE THEORY 6 Features of good building site good building shapes macro, micro, enclosed and material spaces relationship between built space, living organism and universe impact of built space on human psyche. (6 Periods) UNIT- III : VIBRATION, TIME , RHYTHM INTERFACE & MEASUREMENT AND BUILT SPACE 10 Theory of vibration - vibration as time, equation of time and space - Time space relationship and measurement of the same. Units of measurement - Tala system and Hasta system of measures Musical measurements compared to space measurements - resultant ambience in built space. UNIT- IV : SITE PLANNING AND COSMOGRAM The celestial grid or Mandala and its types -orientation of the building, Site. Layout and settlement- positive and negative energies importance of cardinal and ordinal directions. UNIT- V : ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATIONS 15 Application of traditional principles in contemporary built forms site, orientation and building components plants and water bodies case studies. 8

TEXT BOOKS: 1. K.S.Subramanya Sastri Maya Matam Thanjavur Maharaja Sarjoji Saraswathi Mahal Library Thanjavur 1966. 2. Dr.V.Ganapati Sthapati- Vastu Shastra Vastu Vedic Research Foundation, Chennai 1996. 3. The Penguin Guide to Vaastu- Sashikala Ananth, Penguin Books, New delhi, 1998. REFERENCE BOOKS: 1. T.Ganapathi Sastri Silpa Ratnam Maharaja of Travancore, Govt of Travancore, 922. 2. Dr.Prasanna Kumar Acharya - Manasara - Oxford University Press - 1927 (English version) 3. Stella Kramresh the Hindu Temple Vol.I & II Motilal Banarsidars Publishers Pvt.Ltd., Delhi,1994.

, XAR804 (B) BEHAVIOURAL STUDIES IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT

AIM: OBJECTIVES:

UNIT I: CONCEPTS AND CONCERNS OF PERCEPTION Visual perception - perceptual constancy, objective and spatial vision, attention and awareness, methods of vision perception and science. UNIT II: DEVELOPING SENSIVITY TO THE NEEDS OF USERS AND CLIENTS Architectural assumptions and Environmental Designs, Designs and social practices, involvement of clients and user in Designs and built environment, realities of clients and public their impact projects and designs. UNIT III: DESIGNING AND PLANNING FOR URBAN QUALITY

Quality of urban environment and living - past, present and futuretrends, role of urban design in urban environment, planning for quality living in urban areas, UNIT IV: MICRO AND MACRO BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND BEHAVIORAL ASPECTS 10 Relationship of built environment to society, spatial relationship within built - environment, influence of physical environment on human behavior, influences of built environment on human behaviour. UNIT V: BUILT - ENVIRONMENT AND PERCEPTION 10

Case studies of tall buildings, low raise neighborhoods, interior and exterior elegance of built environment, local and regional level landscape. TOTAL 45 TEXT BOOKS 1. Parfeet M and Power G, Planning for urban quality, Rent ledge, London 1977. 2. Johathan Batnett - Urban Design as public polody - Haxper and row Publications New York, 1983. REFERENCES 1. Yantis .S (2001), Visual perception, Psychology Press, Philadelphia.

2. Nicol D and Pilling S (2000), changing Architectural education - Towards new propersimalism, Spon Press, London. 3. Frey H, (1999), Eand FN Spon, London. 4. Dovey K, (1999) Framing Places, meditiating power in built form, Rent ledge, London.

XAR 804 (C) ARCHITECTURE CRITICISM AIM: OBJECTIVE: The objective of the course is to explain and show how architecture is enmeshed in the society and a product of larger socio-cultural issues and practices. UNIT I: INTRODUCTION Introduction and need for architecture criticism in the academy of architects. Criticism in dayto-day transaction. Architecture criticism - a societal perspective. Types and characteristics of Architectural criticism, Crux of normative criticism, interpretive criticism, Description criticism, Peer criticism. UNIT - II : CRITICISM AND ITS TYPES Architecture and sense of place. Encountering the idea of functionalism - Semiotic and Deconstruction as a critical tool. Architecture of Resistance. The idea of critical regionalism, Sub - divisions of normative criticism. Interpretive criticism, Descriptive criticism, Understanding the essence and purpose of each type and its contemporary usage. Status - quo of Architectural criticism. UNIT - III: ISSUES IN ARCHITECTURE SPECTACLE AND ARCHITECTURE - Society of spectacle. Spectacle as a form of seduction. Debating aesthetics of architectural issues. ISSUES IN ARCHITECTURE - Gender and space. Heritage and politics of memory. City as contested geography. Technology and Architecture. UNIT IV: ARCHITECTURE AND JOURNALISM Theory and grammar and practice of Architecture criticism and its positive and negative impact on the society. Survey of literature, design magazines, and journals, search for architecture criticism, its collection. JOURNALISM - Analysis of recent historical and contemporary examples of written and journalistic criticism of architecture, including selected writings by Indian and overseas critics; discursive techniques, analysis of major critical themes, thematic categories in architectural writing over the past three centuries.

UNIT V: CURRENT TRENDS IN CRITICISM Identifying parameters for positive development in the society, educating people through criticism, Understanding the people's need and catering to it, Facilitating the people know their future and choices ends of criticism. TEXT BOOKS: Neil Leach (ed) Rethinking Architecture, Routledge 2000 Paul Allan Johnson. Theory of Architecture, Routledge 2000 Michael Hays (ed) Architectural Theory since 1960,MIT Press, 2000 REFERENCES: Pevsner Nikolaus, "Canons of Criticism", Penguin, Harmonds worth, 1971. Neil Leach, Aesthetics and Anesthetics, Schuly - Norberg & Chiristian, "Intentions in Architecture" MIT press, Cambridge, 1965.

XAR804 (D) THEORY OF DESIGN

AIM: To provide the students a strong knowledge base on design process which could inspire project through exposure on definition, purpose, nature and types of design, the various stages of design process, design as a problem solver, the various theories and concepts of design and how concepts philosophies and strategies are related to design process. OBJECTIVE: To enable students understand the definitions, purpose, meaning and evaluation of design and its historic significance. To expose students to design process, the various stages, considerations in design, methodology. To introduce to students on the design solution based on intuition, creativity and goals. The various thinking processes like convergent, divergent, lateral, vertical, intuitive that could help solve design problems and an understanding of mental blocks in thinking process. To make students understand how architectural design solutions generated are linked to philosophy, strategies that lead to creativity in architecture.

UNIT I: DESIGN Definition of design, understanding of design, purpose of design, nature of good design and evaluation of design, types of design classifications, role of designer, design in history. UNIT II: DESIGN THINKING 9 Understanding the terms creativity, imagination, etc. Theories on thinking, convergent and divergent thinking, lateral and vertical thinking, creative techniques like checklists, brainstorming, syntactic, etc. design puzzles and traps, blocks in creative thinking. UNIT III: DESIGN PROCESS Context for architectural design problems, design process, stages in the design process from different considerations, different ideas of design methodology. UNIT IV: DESIGN PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS 9

Different approaches to design, problem solving or intuitive, formulation of problems, nature of creative design problems, goals in design.

UNIT V: DESIGN CONCEPTS, PHILOSOPHIES AND STRATEGIES

Various approaches to generate ideas for architectural design - types of concepts, personal philosophies and strategies of individual designers, channels to creativity in architecture. TOTAL: 45

TEXT BOOKS 1. Geoffrey Broadbent - Design in Architecture - Architecture and the human sciences - John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1981. 2. Nigel Cross - Developments in Design Methodology, John Wiley & Sons, 1984. REFERENCES 1. Bryan Lauson - How Designers Think, Architectural Press Ltd., London, 1980. 2. Tom Heath - Method in Architecture, John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1984. 3. James C.Snyder, Anthony J.Catarex - Introduction to Architecture, McGraw-Hill Inc., 1979. 4. Allen Mave Evans & Caula David Dumes Nil, An Invitation to Design, Macmillan Publishing Co., New York, 1982. 5. Edward De Bone, Lateral Thinking 6. Christopher Alexander, Pattern Language, Oxford University Press.

XAR 805 (B) VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE

AIM: To understand the various manmade and natural forces behind the evolution of traditional architecture. Also to understand the overlapping and the influence of anthropology, sociology and culture in the architecture style and character of a region. OBJECTIVE: To study the approaches, definition, concepts and typologies of the vernacular architecture of a region for better understanding, comprehension and interpretation. To understand the role of locally available or indigenous materials and climate in the architecture expression of Northwestern India through case studies. To understand the regional expression in the architecture of southern india through the study at settlements and unit levels through case studies. To study the nature of various construction techniques in Vernacular architecture To understand the different components in the culture of traditional building systems.

UNIT-I: INTRODUCTION 6 Definition of Vernacular Architecture. Importance and factors determining the Character of vernacular architecture. Approaches and concepts used in vernacular Architecture - Aesthetic, Anthropology, Architectural, Geographical, spatial, Ecological, Behavioral and developmental. UNIT-II: VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE IN SOUTH INDIA- TAMIL NADU 9

Introduction to Chettinad Architecture, Architectural Significance of houses and palaces in Chettinad regions. Architectural significance of houses in Thanjavur region. Settlement Planning & Principles of Planning and design Influence of religious practices & beliefs, tradition and culture, materials and construction detail. UNIT-III : VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE IN SOUTH INDIA KERALA 7

Wooden Houses, Palaces and Theatres in Kerala - Nalukettu houses and Padmanabapuram

palace. Settlement Planning & Principles of Planning and design Influence of religious practices & beliefs, tradition and culture, materials and construction detail. - Introduction to Boat houses in Kerala. UNIT-IV : VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE IN WESTERN AND NORTHERN INDIA 15 Gujarat - Wooden Houses and Mansions (Havelis) of Gujarat, their primitive forms and symbolism. Banni Houses in Kutch region - Materials and construction details. Rajasthan - Traditional Havelies in Rajasthan- Materials, Construction details and settlement planning. Introduction to Planning features of fort Architecture in Rajasthan Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer. Kashmir - House boats (Dhungas)of Kashmir - Materials of Construction & Construction detail. UNIT V : EUROPEAN INFLUENCES ON VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE 8

Colonial influences on the Traditional Architecture of Goa, and Bengal - Bangla & Bungalow, and Victorian Villas - Planning Principles, materials & methods of construction Western influences on the architecture of Pondicherry & Cochin. - Settlement Planning, House Typologies, materials & methods of construction. Total - 45 Text Books: 1. Paul Oliver, Encyclopedia of Vernacular Architecture of the world, Cambridge University Press, 1997. References: 1. V.S Praman, Haveli- Wooden Houses and Mansions of Gujarat, Mapin Publishing Pvt Ltd, Ahemdabad-1989. 2. Kullrishan Jain and Minakshi Jain- Mud Architecture in Indian Desert, Aadi Center, Ahemdabad, 1992. 3. G.H.R. Tillotsum - The tradition of Indian Architecture Continuity, Controversy Change since 1850, Oxford University Press, Delhi, 1989. 4. Carmen Kagal, VISTARA - The Architecture of India, Pub: The Festival of India, 1986. Amos Rappoport, House, Form & Culture, Prentice Hall Inc. 1969.

3 MODELING

XAR 805 C ADVANCED BUILDING ENERGY

AIM

Energy modeling, or simulation, is the practice of using computer-based programs to model the energy performance of an entire building or the systems within a building. This whole-building modeling provides valuable information about the building and system energy use as well as operating costs. OBJECTIVE To understand the definition of energy modeling. To understand use and applications and emerging trendes in energy modeling. To expose students to integrated design process. To expose student to strategies of energy modeling and case study.

UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY 7 Definition and units of energy, power, Forms of energy, Conservation of energy, second law of thermodynamics, Energy flow diagram to the earth. Origin of fossil fuels, time scale of fossil fuels, Renewable Energy Resources, Role of energy in economic development and social transformation. UNIT II: INTRODUCTION TO SOLAR ENERGY 7

Solar Spectrum, Solar Time and angles, day length, angle of incidence on tilted surface; Sunpath diagram; Shadow angle protractor; Solar Radiation: Extraterrestrial Radiation; Effect of earth atmosphere; Estimation of solar radiation on horizontal and tilted surfaces; Measurement of Solar radiation, Analysis of Indian solar radiation data and applications. UNIT III: INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY MODELING 7 Definition of energy modeling, Answers that energy modeling provide, Building modeling tools:

Daylighting/ lighting modeling, Computational fluid dynamics(CFD), Building component analysis, HVAC analysis, Building thermal analysis, Whole building energy simulation programs. UNIT IV: INTERFACES AND SOFTWARE PACKAGES 15 Introduction to interfaces of energy modeling software packages, DOE2, ENERGY PLUS, ECOTECT, CLIMATE CONSULTANT, HEED, BERS, GREEN BUILDING STUDIO. UNIT V: CASE STUDY Literature case study and live case study, Energy modeling of a residential building. Total 45 9

REFERENCES: 1. Eddy Krygiel., Bradley Nies, Green BIM Wily publishing, Canada, 2008. WEBSITES http://www.usgbccolorado.com/ http://energymodeling.pbworks.com/ http://www.epa.gov/

3 ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING

XAR 805D
AIM:

To enable the student to understand the development of Architectural Lighting Design, its evolution and the Priniciples of Application in Practice by perceiving the various physical factors of Lighting and Light sources. OBJECTIVES: To understand the evolution of architectural lighting design and current practice of the same. To perceive the inter-relationship between Light and Human factors Understanding of the Basic Physics involved in Architectural Lighting Design Study the various lighting sources both natural and artificial, with their application principles. Understanding of the various Lighting concepts and Principles of Lighting in Practice.

UNIT -I - INTRODUCTION 7 An overview of the history of architectural lighting design - Impact of Lighting design over the composition of Architectural & Interior spaces Quality of light, brightness, colour and glare Impact of finishes and Materials - The psychology of light and space - The impact of light on health and human behavior. UNIT II: LIGHTING PHYSICS & LIGHT SOURCES 8

Lighting terminology, units and relations (wattage, voltage, flux, luminance, lux/ footcandles) Daylight source Quantity, quality and cultural conditions - Use of fenestration, control of daylight and shading Systems - Electric light sources - Lamp types and characteristics; incandescent, fluorescent, discharge and solid state light sources. UNIT III: LIGHT CONTROL SYSTEMS 8 Optical systems - Principles of controlling light (reflection/refraction) reflectors & lenses - Types of luminaires - Luminaire evaluation, components, features and accessories - Electronic Controls - Basic dimming/control logic and equipment Specifications - The lighting specification process, various specification formats and written specifications. UNIT IV: DESIGN APPLICATIONS 15 Lighting Principles - Concepts and guidelines for general lighting, wallwashing, floodlighting, orientation lighting and beam angle studies for accent lighting - Design Concepts - Geographic context and client program requirements; visualization, communication techniques (hand sketch, computer modelling and/or rendering), lighting simulations, mock-up and lighting design narrative - Layout and documentation - Basics of architectural drawings, lighting drawings, reflected ceiling plans, luminaire schedule, specifications and typical lighting details

UNIT V: ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING DESIGN

Understanding of Sustainable design issues related to energy usage in lighting - Energy Codes & requirements Light level guidelines & standards of practice - LED lighting technology. Total 45

TEXT BOOKS 1. Daylight in Architecture. Benjamin H. Evans, McGraw-Hill Book company, 1981. 2. Simplified Design of Building Lighting. Marc Schiler, John Wiley & Sons, 1992. 3. Daylighting Performance and Design. Greg D. Ander, Van nostrand Reinhold, 1995. 4. Daylighting Design and Analysis. Claud Robbins, Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1986.

REFERENCE: 1. Lighting design Handbook, Lee watsan 2. Lighting and design source book, Ray main 3. Day lighting architecture and health Boubekri.M 4. Heating Cooling lighting Design methods for Architects. Dechmer.N

XAR 904 A- ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION AIM: OBJECTIVES:

UNIT I: INTRODUCTION 6 Definitions of Conservation, preservation, urban design and Renewal - Need for them - Indian Context - Role of architect in such programmes. UNIT II: EVOLUTION AND METHODOLOGY 10 Origin and evolution in history - architectural heritage - Methodology - Stages of development Implementation tools and technologies. UNIT III: SOCIO - CULTURAL DIMENSION 10 Social, Cultural, economical, and historical values of Conservation programme Involvement of Community & Social Organisations public participation Conflict and compatibility between Conservation and development. UNIT IV: LEGISLATION AND INSTITUTIONS 11 Special legislation administrative aspects New Concepts and emerging trends in Conservation. Role of UNDP, UNESCO, ICOMOS, ASI, INTACH and other agencies their involvement. UNIT V: CASE STUDIES Indian and International case Studies Success and failure reasons for it. TOTAL : 45 8

REFERENCES: 1. Conservation and Development in Historic Towns and Cities. - Pamela Ward - Orid Press. Ltd. 2. Planning for Conservation - Kain Roger, - St.Martin N-Y 1981 3. Recycling Cities Cutler and Cutter Canni, Massachussets, 1976 4. Character of Towns an Approach to Conservation - Worskett Roy, Architectural Press London. TEXT BOOKS: 3 0 0 3 URBAN DESIGN AND RENEWAL

XAR904 (B)

AIM: To enable the students to understand how architects can contribute to citys building and rebuilding through space articulation in cities. OBJECTIVES: To understand the interaction between thearchitecture, planning and urban design issues. To understand the urban design concepts in history and contemporary periods. To understand urban design principles and process.

UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO URBAN DESIGN 12 Introduction to urban design, role of urban designer, urban space and its issues in history and contemporary. Transformation of urban form and urban fabric. Perception of city form and pattern. Factors determining the urban form. Space making elements. Urban design in history place making in Greek, roman, medieval towns.Place making in Indian context temple towns, Mughal cities, colonial towns. UNIT II: PRINCIPLES & PROCESS OF URBAN DESIGN 8 Principles - Quality of urban space, urban character and identity. Urban geometry, texture and flows. Process Townscape analysis, pattern language, image of city, site analysis, experiencing spaces. Applications. Survey Technique-Tools and methods to study the city. Projects: Small scale study projects. UNIT III: ORGANISATION OF SPACE 10

Understanding, organizing and articulation of spaces for residential, commercial, industrial and recreational areas. Analysis of Case Studies based on typology UNIT IV: URBAN RENEWAL 8

Urban renewal and development. Policies and regulations related to urban design in India. Politics of urban design Concept of redevelopment, renewal, gentrification of residential and commercial areas. Case studies and examples. UNIT V: : INDIAN CITIES AND CONTEMPORARY URBAN DESIGN ISSUES 7 Contemporary urban design issues, regulations, case study. Examples from other countries. TOTAL : 45 TEXT BOOKS 1. Gosling and Maitland - URBAN DESIGN - St.Martin's Press, 1984. REFERENCES 1. Gordon Cullen - The concise TOWNSCAPE - The Architectural Press - 1978 2. Lawrence Halprin - CITIES - Reinhold Publishing Corporation N.Y. 1964. 3. Jonathan Barnett - An Introduction to Urban Design - Harper & Row, Publishers, N.Y., 1982. 3 0 0 3 XAR 904 (C) PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT
AIM: To expose the students to know need and importance of property maintenance and management, various polices and facility management. OBJECTIVE: To get exposure about property maintenance. To inculcate the basic concepts maintenance policies. To familiarize the students with functions of maintenance department To introduce the common defects in buildings To familiarize the students with facility management system.

UNIT I INTRODUCTION PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Scope & Objectives of Property Management - Principal Functions of Property Management Definitions & Classifications of Maintenance - Role of Maintenance UNIT II PROPERTY MAINTENANCE POLICIES Maintenance Policies - Maintenance Standards - Planning Maintenance - Objectives of Planning - Procedures to Introduce a Planned Maintenance System UNIT III FUNCTIONS OF MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT Organisation of the Maintenance Department - Functions of the Maintenance Organisation Structure of the Maintenance Organisation - Execution of Maintenance Work - Direct Labour vs Contract - Budgets for Maintenance Work - Control of Maintenance Work - Maintenance Audit UNIT IV - COMMON BUILDING DEFECTS

Classification of the Components of a Building Based on Their Functions - Main Structural Elements & Their Primary Functions - Essential Requirements of a Structure - Maintenance, Inspection, Alterations & Additions - Cracking & Deterioration of Concrete in Building Structures - Investigation for Reinforcement Corrosion - Investigation for Structural Malfunction - Repair of Concrete Structures - Water Penetration Cracks. UNIT V FACILITY MANAGEMENT Scope of Works - Maintenance Engineering - Operating Policies - Preventive Maintenance Building Automation System (BAS) - How to Install BAS - How to Achieve a Practical & Economical Design - Maintenance Support Services - Standard Forms - Standard Operating Instruction (SOP) - Information Collation & Management - Inventory Management - Basic Principles of Insurance - Property Insurance - Public Liability Insurance - Workmen's Compensation Insurance - Errors & Omissions Insurance.

TEXT BOOKS 1. Building Care - Brian Wood - AIB Publication Sales - Publication No: ISBN: 0632060492 - Edition: 2003 paper back 2. Facilities Management - Peter Barrett & David Baldry - AIB Publication Sales Publication No: ISBN: 0632064455- Edition: 2003 second edition paper back 3. Total Facilities Management - Brian Atkin & Adrian Brooks - AIB Publication Sales Publication No: ISBN: 1405127902- Edition: 2005 paper back REFERENCES 4. A-Z of Facilities and Property Management, The

by David M Martin - ISBN 13: 9781854186966 5. Property management for Dummies Robert .S. Griswold 6. Ultimate property management Handbook William.A.Lederer

XAR904 (D) HOUSING & REAL ESTATE

AIM: OBJECTIVE:

UNIT I: HOUSING ISSUES - INDIAN CONTEXT

Need and Demand - National Housing and Habitat Policy - Housing Agencies and their role in housing development. Social factors influencing Housing Design, affordability, economic factors and Housing concepts Slum Up gradation and Sites and Services. UNIT II: HOUSING STANDARDS IN INDIA Standards and Regulations - DCR relevant to housing - Methodology of formulating standards -Performance standards. Traditional patterns - Row Housing and Cluster Housing - Layout concepts - Use of open spaces Utilities and common facilities - Case studies - High Rise Housing. UNIT III: HOUSING PROCESS 4

Various stages and tasks in Project Development - Housing Management - Community participation -Environmental aspects - Technology UNIT IV: REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT Property Development Process: The property development process from inception to completion; parties involved; legislative and planning requirements including the Housing Developers (Control & Licensing) Act and Rules. Conception of Development Project: Conception of development; pro forma analysis; site

identification investigation and options; preliminary drawings. Feasibility Study: Market analysis, including timing of development and real estate cycles. Cash flow analysis. Project Financing: Various financing arrangements including partnerships and joint ventures; project accounts; construction finance. Project Construction: Contract negotiation; types of construction contracts; tendering procedures; project/development management. Real Estate Marketing: Marketing plan, evaluation and control of marketing process. Project Completion: Handling over and management of completed project UNIT V: CURRENT TRENDS IN REAL ESTATE IN INDIA

TEXT BOOKS 1. Joseph de chiara & others - Time Saver Standards for Housing and Residential development, McGraw-Hill Co., New York, 1995. 2. Karnataka state Housing Board - MANE - Publication - 1980.

REFERENCES 1. Richard Untermanu & Robert Small, Site Planning for Cluster Housing, Van Nostrand Reinhold Company, London/New York, 1977. 2. Forbes Davidson and Geoff Payne, Urban Projects Manual, Liverpool University Press, Liverpool, 1983. 3. Christopher Alexander, A Pattern Language, Oxford University Press, New York - 1977. 4. HUDCO Publications - Housing for the Low income, Sector Model.

XAR 905(A) BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM UNIT I: INTRODUCTION 6

Introduction to Construction management - Project Management Role of a Manager Responsibility and Authority - Functions in the Management process. UNIT II: OTHER MANAGEMENTS 10

Materials Management importance materials of Construction Classification ABC analysis Estimation of materials requirement - procurement purchase and transportation.- Multi level parking systems- Maintenance Management Repairs, Spare parts inventory. UNIT III: SAFETY IN CONSTRUCTION 10

Safety in Construction practice general causes of accidents and prevention Safety legislation Standards Health and welfare in Construction Statutory provisions regarding health and welfare at sites- Intelligent building Systems. UNIT IV: BUILDING COSTS AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 10

Costs analysis- Planning and control Contribution approach relevant and irrelevant costs Meaning and Scope of financial management Statement analysis ratio analysis funds flow analysis. UNIT V: LEGISLATION 9

Labour legislation Salient features of Contract Labour Act 1970 Inter State Migration Act 1979, - Factories Act 1948 Indian Contract Act Arbitration Act TOTAL : 45 REFERENCES: 1. R.A.Burgess and G.White Building Production and Project Management -The Construction Press, London 1979. 2. Ulimen John Handbook of Engineering Management -Wiley, New York, 1996. 3. Harris F.C and Mccaffer.R Modern Construction Management - Croshy Lockwood Staples. 1997.

TEXT BOOKS:

3 DIGITAL ARCHITECTURE

XAR 905 (B)

AIM: OBJECTIVES:

UNIT I:INTRODUCTION 5 Trends and theories of digital media the influence of digital media on the perception of space and architecture, virtual spaces. UNIT II: VISUALIZATION STUDIO 8 Role of visualization as a tool in the interpretation of design- development of conceptual models design wall, windows , openings, roofs, staircase, design library, generate elevations, sections, perspective views schedule tables layer management exercises involving the same UNIT III: ADVANCE 3D MODELING 12 Enhancing the virtual model with the application of light, color , material, texture introducing cameras.

UNIT IV: ANIMATION AND PRESENTATION 10 Working with key frames, time configurations, converting as avi.files high-resolution photo rendering and photo realistic images exercise involving the same. UNIT VI:CONTEMPORARY DESIGN PROCESS 10 Formal and functional abstraction development of conceptual design models-design development documentation and presentation.- works of architects Total - 45 TEXT BOOKS 1. A. Watt,, Fundnantals of Three Dimensional Computer Graphics, addision Wesley Massachusetts 1989. 2. Sham Tlkoo, Autocad 2000, A problem solving approach leaming 1999 REFERANCE: 1. L.Conway et.al . Virtual Architecture, Batsford 1985. 2. John Beckman, the Virtual Dimension, Architectue, Representations and crash culture, Princeton Architectuer Press, 1998. 3. User Guide, Architectural Desktop 2004. 4. , Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1986. 5. User Guide, 3 D studio max.

3 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

XAR 905D AIM

Sustainability is about the way people live and their lifestyle has impact on environment directly or indirectly. Sustainable community should offer people the opportunity to enjoy high standard of living with minimal impact on environment, social and economic structures. Such communities should resource-autonomous sourcing water, energy and materials form the local environment and also avail services from local environment. OBJECTIVE To expose students to the history and future revolution of green building. To provide information about various rating and certifying bodies of green buildings. To provide extensive knowledge about factors of green building. To expose student to climate responsive design with help of computer software.

UNIT - I EMERGENCE OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 9

Understanding the concept of sustainable development, the Rio Earth summit, Kyoto protocol, Need for sustainable development, Environment concerns and economic impacts, Environment law in India, global protocols and public policies. UNIT - II CLEAN TECHNOLOGY AND SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE 9

Global warming and its issues, Clean development mechanism: History and purpose, Carbon and emission trading, Sustainable infrastructure: Role of innovation and technology in construction and transportation, smart grid power distribution with integrated renewable energy. UNIT - III SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 9

Concept of sustainability, Components of sustainability, Factors governing sustainable development, Determinants of sustainable development, Case studies on sustainable development. UNIT - IV 9 ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESMENT

National environment policy of India 2006, Environment Impact assessment: identification method and impact assessment process, Role of natural resources and environment, Biodiversity UNIT - V SOCIO-ECONOMIC DIMENSIONS OF SUSTAINABILITY Social analysis and social development indicators, Organizations Responsible for Sustainable Development, NGOs and Social Entrepreneurs, Economic factors of environment, Economic assessment of sustainable projects. Total - 45 9

TEXT BOOKS: REFERENCES: 1. Peter P. Rogers., Kazi F. Jalal, John A . Boyd, An introduction to Sustainable development Earthscan, USA, 2008. 2. Woodrow W. Clark, II, Ph.D, SustainableCommunities Design Handbook Butterworth-Heinemann, USA, 2010. 3. Rachel Cooper, Graeme Evans, Christopher Boyko, Designing sustainable cities, Wiley- Blackwell Banking, U.K, 2009. WEBSITES http://www.ngosindia.com/ http://www.defra.gov.uk/sustainable/government/ http://www.sit.edu/studyabroad/ssa_ind.cfm http://www.sustainabledevelopment.in/ http://www.siemens.com/sustainability/en/sustainable/index.php