00 Thesis Manual - Version 02

TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF THE PHILIPPINES
ARCHITECTURE DEPARTMENT
P. Casal Campus, Manila City
THESIS MANUAL FOR

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 9 AND DESIGN 10
(AR511S4 and AR521S4)
1.0
GENERAL STATEMENT
This thesis manual has been formulated to instill order in the conduct of all thesis preparation and
deliberation of the Architecture (ARCH) Department of the Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP)
Manila. Among the parameters considered are:
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
2.0
CONSENSUS: The guidelines stated herein has been examined, well-understood, approved and
accepted by the TIP Manila ARCH Department;
UNIFORMITY: The guidelines stated herein have undergone great care, scrutiny, and extensive
study to ensure a methodical and effective over-all thesis undertaking;
INTEGRITY & FAIRNESS: The guidelines herein shall be strictly implemented and monitored to
ensure impartial assessment and reliability of decisions regarding the students final output to
promote, encourage, develop, and facilitate quality, efficient and creative thinking and actual output
among the students. These guidelines shall be well-communicated and clearly explained to all
concerned who are directly involved in the thesis process;
INSTITUTIONALIZATION: This manual shall serve as the OFFICIAL MANUAL for Architecture
students enrolled in Architectural Design 9 (AR511S4) and Architectural Design 10 (AR521S4).
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
2.1
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 9 (AR511S4):

Only students who have successfully PASSED the following pre-requisite courses shall be allowed
to enroll in AR511S4:
2.1.1
Research Methods for Architecture (AR403)
2.1.2
Architectural Design 8 (AR421S4)
2.1.3
Architectural Internship (AR420P2)
2.1.4
Architectural Structures (ARSC443)
2.2
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 10 (AR521S4):

Only students who have successfully PASSED the following pre-requisite courses shall be allowed
to enroll in AR521S4:
2.2.1
Architectural Design 9 (AR511S4)
2.2.2
Architectural Compre Course (AR593)
3.0
DEFINITION OF TERMS
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
3.12
3.13
3.14
DEFENSE MATERIALS:Items specified under Defense Requirements which includes, but are not
limited to the (1) Thesis Book, (2) Powerpoint Presentation, (3) Architectural Development Boards,
and (4) Scaled Model (for AR521S4 Final Defense Only). This also includes supporting documents
and/or data gathered that the Thesis Student may use to explain the project to the Panel of Jurors
FEASIBILITY STUDY: Analysis of the Thesis Proposal taking into consideration the various
elements of development that includes, but are not limited to Market, Technical, Institutional,
Environmental, Social, and Economic Viability of the project. This may be in the form of (1) Supply
and Demand Analysis, (2) Planning Standards, (3) Technical Alternatives, (4) Institutional and
other Legal Policies, (5) Fund Sourcing, (6) Return of Investment or Cost-Benefit Analysis, etc.
PANEL OF JURORS: (also THESIS PANEL) Composed of faculty members from TIP Manila
ARCH Department tasked to determine the merit of the Thesis by evaluating it based on the criteria
identified in the grading sheets. This may also include faculty members from other schools offering
the Architecture Program and/or industry practitioners, as guest juror on a case-to-case basis.
PRESENTER: (also THESIS PROPONENT or THESIS STUDENT) A student enrolled in AR511S4
and/or AR521S4
PROGRAM CHAIR: The Program Chair of TIP Manila ARCH Department
SCALED MODEL: A miniature model of the proposed project showing the character, form and
volume of the building and disposition within the site using an appropriate and acceptable scale.
THESIS ADVISER: A full-time faculty member of TIP Manila ARCH Department assigned to the
Thesis Student to provide assistance and general advice to aid the student in his/her Thesis. The
assignment of Thesis Adviser shall be based on the matching of the faculty members area of
expertise and/or field of interest and the intended area of study of the Thesis Student.
THESIS ATTIRE: The attire of the Presenter during Thesis Presentation as prescribed by the
Thesis Committee. This may be Corporate Attire or the Official Uniform for TIP students
THESIS BOOK: A printed copy on A4 size paper of the Thesis that has been approved by the
Thesis Adviser and the Thesis Panel. Design Translations (Chapter 5) shall be on A3 sized paper
THESIS COMMITTEE: A committee composed of three (3) faculty members from the TIP Manila
ARCH Department tasked with the formulation, implementation and revision of the Thesis Manual
THESIS DEFENSE: The actual presentation and/or justification of the Thesis accompanied by the
use of the required Defense Materials
THESIS FACULTY COORDINATOR: A faculty member of TIP Manila ARCH Department tasked
with the management of AR511S4 and AR521S4 which includes, but are not limited to (1)
appointment of Thesis Adviser, (2) scheduling of Thesis events, and (3) computation of grades for
AR511S4 and AR521S4 students
THESIS MANUAL: The guide for TIP Manila ARCH Department Thesis undertaking
THESIS: A terminal project for AR511S4 and AR521S4 students that contains and/or details the
study being undertaken which includes, but are not limited to (1) the rationale and background of
the project including the qualitative demand for the project, the problems that the project intends to
address, the scope and limitations of the study, the assumptions made, the objectives of the study,
and the significance of the study; (2) a discussion of similar projects existing in local and
international setting including any special features of these similar projects which could serve as
basis for user analysis, site justification, and the likes; (3) an evaluation of the compatibility of the
site for the project by comparing the requirements of the project with the macro and micro
characteristics of the site; (4) an analysis of the space and/or technical requirements of the project
based from quantitative demand and pertinent laws and/or regulations; and (5) the application of
architectural theories, design considerations, and all the items stated above in an architectural
design translation intended to address the specified problem.
4.0
COURSE OBJECTIVES
4.1
4.2
4.3
5.0
The objectives of Architectural Design 9 and 10 (AR511S4 and AR521S4), is to provide

opportunities for innovation and advancement in the field of architecture. The course shall be a
venue for individual and collaborative undertaking. Course work and activities are designed for a
thorough and deeper understanding and application of the architectural design process, project
development, and the participation of an architect in the creation of man-environment setting.
The student should be capable of producing and properly presenting a quality architectural design
solution.
The thesis shall have the following features:
4.3.1
It shall present a new body of knowledge.
4.3.2
It shall be original and not a duplication of previously presented or on-going thesis in TIP
or in any other school.
4.3.3
It shall potentially contribute to all the facets of development in all levels of government
and society in general and more specifically to the study of architecture.
4.3.4
It shall not undermine the moral and spiritual values of the people and must not advocate
a change in the present order of things by means of violence but by peaceful means.
4.3.5
It shall promote the latest technological innovations and initiatives towards the
development and management of the environment in consideration of the global concerns
on climate change, disaster risk management, and environmental impacts; contemporary
project development strategies; and other current development conditions that can be
adapted and employed in the field of architecture.
THESIS ADVISER
The Thesis Adviser shall perform the following tasks:
5.1
Guide the student during the preparation of the thesis
5.2
Recommend and/or initially approve the proposal for the student to be able to prepare for the
Thesis Proposal Approval
5.3
Identify expertise of faculty members to be recommended for thesis consultations
5.4
Monitor the progress of the students thesis
5.5
Ensure the presence of the Thesis Panel during the schedule of defense
6.0
THESIS FACULTY COORDINATOR

The Thesis Faculty shall perform the following tasks:
6.1
Appoint the Thesis Adviser
6.2
Organize the thesis schedule and other administrative concerns during the thesis year
6.3
Strictly implement the standard and uniform thesis template prescribed in the thesis manual
6.4
Identify expertise of faculty members to be recommended for thesis consultations
6.5
Identify possible lectures and symposia to aid Thesis Proponents with several techniques and
methods to go about the thesis
6.6
Distribute the advance copies of the draft of Thesis Book to the Thesis Adviser at least two (2)
working days before the Defense Week
6.7
Announce the order of Presenters
6.8
Compute for the grades of the Thesis Students
6.9
Recommend to the Thesis Committee any possible amendments for improvement of the Thesis
Manual and grading sheets
7.0
THESIS COMMITTEE
The Thesis Committee shall perform the following tasks:
7.1
Decide on the thesis theme for the thesis year
7.2
During the Thesis Defense, the Thesis Committee member sitting as member of the Thesis Panel
shall ensure the collection of all grading sheets from other panel members before leaving the
Deliberation Room
7.3
During the Thesis Defense, the Thesis Committee member sitting as member of the Thesis Panel
shall ensure the adherence of the Proponent and the Thesis Panel to the defense proceedings
7.4
Hear and decide on the sentiments, problems and aspiration of the students, as well as any
concerns that may arise, as referred to them by the Thesis Faculty
7.5
Recommend possible amendments for improvement on the Thesis Manual and grading sheets
8.0
THESIS PANEL
8.1
COMPOSITION OF THE THESIS PANEL

The Thesis Panel shall be composed of the following:
8.1.1
One (1) member of the Thesis Committee
8.1.2
Two (2) faculty members from TIP Manila ARCH Department
8.2
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE THESIS PANEL

The Thesis Panel shall perform the following tasks:
8.2.1
Dedicate their full attention to the proceedings while the student presents and defends
his/her thesis
8.2.2
Observe properly the thesis proceedings as specified in the Thesis Manual
8.2.3
Objectively review, probe, critic, and fine tune the students thesis during the Defense or
upon receipt of the required Defense Materials
8.2.4
Deliberate on the merits of the students thesis
8.2.5
Evaluate and give the corresponding rating for the students thesis based on the approved
criteria specified on the grading sheet
8.3
The Thesis Adviser shall sit together with the Thesis Panel so that he/she may (1) keep track of the
questions and comments raised by the Panel of Jurors which will serve as a guide for future
consultation sessions of the Proponent; (2) clarify any misconceptions or concerns of the Thesis
Panel that may arise during the closed-door deliberation and/or evaluation of the merits of the
thesis; and (3) be a neutral observer of the fairness and integrity of the thesis proceedings.
The composition of the Thesis Panel shall be guided with the interest of giving each Thesis Student
a fair chance of passing the course
Whenever possible, the composition of the Thesis Panel shall remain constant
8.4
8.5
9.0
THESIS CONSULTATION
9.1
Each full-time faculty is given their respective Thesis Consultation Hours aligned with the class
schedule of AR511S4 and AR521S4. Thesis Students may refer to this schedule for consultation
with their respective advisers.
9.2
If a Thesis student wishes to consult with his/her adviser outside of the allotted Thesis Consultation
Hours, he/she may do so by setting up an appointment by accomplishing the Consultation
Appointment Slip.
9.3
Thesis students are not allowed to consult with other faculty members unless accompanied by a
referral slip completely filled-out and signed by their adviser. The discussion during said
consultation shall revolve only on the topics stipulated in the referral slip.
10.0
THESIS GUIDELINES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 9 (AR511S4)

10.1
TYPES OF THESIS
The thesis shall revolve around the following general areas of architectural study:
10.1.1 Community Architecture and Planning
10.1.2 Health-Related Facilities
10.1.3 Institutional Facilities
10.1.4 Commercial Facilities
10.1.5 Tourism-Related Facilities
10.1.6 Heritage Preservation and Conservation
10.1.7 Other proposal/thesis not listed above shall be subject for approval by the Thesis
Committee upon the recommendation of the Thesis Adviser.
10.2
The student shall prepare and present his/her thesis individually or by collaboration with other
thesis students. Collaborative works consist of two (2) to three (3) students tackling on one (1)
Master Development in which the division of works can cover a separate Thesis. For example, in
projects that would involve very large mixed-use complex, one student may handle the residential
section, another student for the commercial-retail section, and another for the commercial-office
section. Although the premise would be that these sections would work hand-in-hand once
completed, for the purposes of Thesis Defense, each section should stand on its own and can be
defended to produce a new body of knowledge as a requirement for Thesis.
10.3
Two (2) or more students are allowed to present a similar type of Thesis provided that these
projects would be located in different sites. Likewise, two (2) or more students are allowed to
choose the same site provided that their Thesis projects or topics would not be the same.
10.4
THESIS ADVISER ASSIGNMENT

10.4.1 Each Thesis Student shall submit to the Thesis Faculty Coordinator a sealed brown
envelope containing the Adviser Application Form with the following contents:
10.4.1.1 Cover page with the Adviser Application Form clearly indicating the (1) name of
the student, (2) general area of intended architectural study, (3) title of three
initial topics ranked in order of preference, and (4) name of three faculty
members whom the student wished to be his/her adviser, ranked in order of
preference.
10.4.1.2 A 1-page executive summary of each topic proposed containing the (1) abstract
or rationale or brief introduction, (2) statement of the problem, (3) project
objectives and goals, and (4) the proposed area where the project will be
located.
10.4.2 The Thesis Faculty Coordinator shall compute the number of advisees to be handled by
each full-time faculty member based on the total population of enrolled AR511S4
students.
10.4.3 The appointment of Adviser to Thesis Student shall follow the following parameters:
10.4.3.1 All Thesis Students will be grouped initially according to their most preferred
adviser.
10.4.3.2 If the number of Thesis Students grouped under one Adviser is less than or
equal to the prescribed number of advisees for that semester, all of said Thesis
Students will be assigned as the faculty members advisee.
10.4.3.3 If the number of Thesis Students grouped under one Adviser is more than the
prescribed number of advisees for that semester, said Adviser will be allowed to
10.4.4
10.4.5
10.5
choose from the pool of applicants. To help the Adviser decide, he/she will be
informed of the intended Thesis topics of said students. The unsuccessful
applicants will be assigned to either their 2nd or 3rd preferred advisees following
the same principle.
The list of Advisers and Advisee match-up will be posted not later than Week 3.
The executive summaries submitted will be forwarded to the respective Thesis Advisers to
serve as their initial guide for consultation. The cover page containing the list of preferred
advisers will be retained by the Thesis Faculty Coordinator.
SITE AND PROJECT JUSTIFICATION

The Site and Project Justification is the comprehensive description of what, where, why, and how
the Thesis Proponent has chosen the Thesis with in-depth and logical study on the proposed site
or location based on the principles and objectives of highest and best use for the site. The highest
and best use considers only the uses that are legally permissible (i.e. meets the zoning, health,
public and other legal restrictions), physically possible (i.e. has adequate size, soil conditions,
accessibility, and meets other requirements of the project for the site), and is economically
feasible (i.e. income and/or socio-economic benefits are anticipated).
10.5.1
Thesis Book Outline

I. CHAPTER I : INTRODUCTION
A. Background of the Study
Comprehensive discussion to explain to the reader what the study is all about, by
funneling the topic from general to specific, highlighting the existing conditions in
the area of study.
B. Problem Setting
1. Statement of the Problem
Clear itemization of existing problems observed in the area that would justify
the need for the project being proposed.
2. Scope and Limitations of the Study
Brief discussion on the exact coverage of the study, emphasizing what is
included and not included, to avoid any ambiguities. This may include, but is
not limited to, the detailed project classification (e.g. tertiary-level hospital,
socialized housing, BPO building for graphics/animation and CSR, TechVoc
educational facilities for Industrial Arts, etc.); and the target market
classification (e.g. mobility-impaired users, informal settlers living along the
Citys waterways, public high school students, foreign/local tourists, etc.)
3. Definition of Terms
List of terminologies used in the study with their operative definition or how
the term was used in context of the study, instead of dictionary definition, to
avoid any ambiguities with other possible meanings of the particular
terminology and to minimize excessive verbiage (e.g. disabled visually
and/or auditory-impaired persons; students students enrolled in Grades
11 and 12; etc.)
4. Assumptions
Discussion of items or facts that are related to the project or area and are
assumed to be true or will push through in support of the feasibility of the
proposed project. This may include, but is not limited to, future government
plans (e.g. a government plan to construct an airport could be the basis for
the assumption that the number of tourists in the area will increase once the
airport is constructed, hence, will justify a proposed hotel).
5. Objectives of the Study
List of intended ideal conditions or outcomes that will be achieved once the
project has been completed.
6. Significance of the Study
Discussion of the possible benefit that will be gained once the project is
completed, particularly to its immediate users (i.e. the people who will
actually be using the structures / spaces in the project); the community (i.e.
the area where the project will be located regardless of whether its residents
are the intended users or not); and to the field of architecture (i.e.
contribution of the project to the existing knowledge-base about the
particular architectural project / structure proposed)
II. CHAPTER II : THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK
A. Review of Related Foreign Literature and Case Studies
Minimum of 3 research works / studies and 5 similar projects located outside of
the country.
Discussion should be composed of (1) a brief summary of the literature and/or
case study; (2) emphasis on its salient points and features (e.g. methodology
used for the study and its findings for the literature; lot size, spatial relationships
and computations, etc. for case studies); (3) relatedness / significance of the
literature and/or case study to the problems being solved by the proposal.
B. Review of Related Local Literature and Case Studies
Minimum of 3 research works / studies and 5 similar projects located in the
country.
Discussion contents are the same as the ones specified in the previous section.
C. Research Paradigm
Listing of (1) Input data needed for the project; (2) Process how the student
will use these data in the thesis; and (3) Output drawings, presentation, papers,
etc. resulting from the process conducted.
III. CHAPTER III : SITE JUSTIFICATION
A. Site / Development Selection Criteria
Listing of the general and specific characteristics of a site needed by the
proposed project, with its corresponding weights. General characteristics are
those that are common to all architectural projects (e.g. presence of utilities,
distance from natural hazards, accessibility, etc.), while specific characteristics
are those that are applicable only to the particular project (e.g. proximity to
tourism sites for hotels intended to accommodate tourists, compatibility of soil

type for agriculture-related projects, etc.).
The rubrics shall indicate clearly when a particular characteristic is met or not.
Proposed measures to address the characteristics that are not met shall be
indicated and discussed.
B. Macro Meso Site Analysis
Discussion of the characteristics of the chosen location at the regional,
provincial, city, and town level. The discussion should be aimed towards (1)
familiarizing the reader with the location, and (2) justifying the score given based
on the rubrics set in the previous section.
All discussions should be aligned with the proposed project, and should be
supported by maps and photo-documentations.
C. Micro Site Analysis
Discussion of the characteristics of the actual lot in relation to its immediate
environs. Same with the previous section, discussion should be aimed towards
(1) familiarizing the reader with the actual lot, and (2) justifying the score given
based on the rubrics set in the criteria.
All discussions should be aligned with the proposed project, and should be
supported by maps and photo-documentations.
D. Initial Schematic Design
Initial Site Development Plan that will emphasize the best possible layout in the
site based on all the learnings from the previous sections. This should include,
but is not limited to, (1) zoning of site for various uses and levels of privacy for
users; (2) best access points for different user types, (3) proper location and
orientation of buildings based on user flow and site characteristics, (4)
appropriate massing of proposed structures in relation to lot size, project
demands, and massing of neighboring developments, and (5) special features of
site that could be advantageous or disadvantageous to a particular aspect of the
proposed project.
10.5.2
Approval Process
10.5.2.1 Initial Approval
The Proponent must submit and/or present three (3) Thesis proposals under
consideration to his/her Thesis Adviser for Initial Approval on the feasibility of
these Thesis proposals. The Adviser, together with the student, will agree on the
order or ranking of these Thesis proposals based on (1) students preference, (2)
completeness and quality of data that will establish the feasibility of the project,
and (3) the likelihood of the student getting access to other data that might be
needed throughout the duration of the Thesis. Once the ranking has been
decided, the student shall then prepare these Thesis proposals for final approval
of the Thesis Panel.
10.5.2.2 Final Approval
The Proponent must present the three (3) Thesis proposals recommended by the
Thesis Adviser. The order of the presentation of the Thesis proposals shall be
according to the ranking decided by the Thesis Adviser and the Proponent, in
which the Thesis with the highest ranking is presented first, followed by the two
(2) back-up or reserved Thesis proposals. The back-up or reserved Thesis
proposals are considered by the Thesis Panel in instances where (1) the
student was not able to completely justify the feasibility of the first Thesis
proposal, (2) the capability of the student being able to complete the study
within the one year thesis period is questionable, or (3) it will be a
duplication of another Thesis.
10.5.3
Defense Schedule
The defense shall be scheduled the week after the Prelim Examination period (Week 7).
The order of presenters will be based on the order of submission of defense requirements
(i.e. the 1st student able to submit the defense requirements on the given date of
submission will be the 1st student to present his/her proposals), giving priority and less
chance of project duplication to the ones who submitted early.
10.5.4
Timetable for Defense Proceedings

The defense proceedings shall be within a 30-minute period for every proponent.
Perusal of Executive Summary
10 minutes
Discussion / Defense Proper
5 minutes
Panel Deliberations
10 minutes
Grading / Announcement of Results
5 minutes
10.5.5
Defense Requirements
Absence of any of the following items is considered as failure to comply with the Defense
Requirements and shall merit a grade of zero (0) for this particular defense.
10.5.5.1 Executive Summary of Thesis Book Chapters I III in Journal Format
A 5-page, 2-column, single-spaced, A4-sized document that discusses the
salient points from the Chapters I-III of each proposal, using Arial Narrow
font with font size of 11. Submission of the Executive Summary to the Thesis
Faculty Coordinator is required on the last Friday before the start of the
defense week, not later than 6pm.
10.5.5.2 Maps, Photo-Documentations, and Initial Schematic Design
This shall serve as supporting documents to the discussions given in the
Executive Summary. These supporting documents shall be printed in A4 or
A3-sized paper, whichever is best suited to communicate the data being
shown, and shall be submitted together with the Executive Summary as its
attachment.
10.5.5.3 Additional Defense Requirements
The Thesis student should have all pertinent data relating to his/her thesis,
well-labeled, organized, and at hand both in electronic file and in hardcopy,
to help him/her answer whatever clarifications and inquiries that the Thesis
Panel may raise during the Defense Proper.
10.5.6
The students shall follow the prescribed thesis format. Failure to follow the prescribed
format would mean unacceptability of the thesis and failure to comply with the Thesis
Requirements.
10.5.7
The approved Thesis is final and no changes or revision shall be done by the student
without the approval of the Thesis Panel.
10.5.8
In case of revision or changes on the approved Thesis, the student must inform and
advise the Thesis Adviser within one (1) week after the approval of the Thesis provided
there is a sufficient reason for the revision.
10.5.9
In case none of the proposals submitted by the student was approved, the Thesis student
will be allowed to resubmit new proposals not later than 1 week after the initial defense.
However, if no definite site and project combination has been approved after Week 9, or if
the Thesis Proponent decides to change the approved thesis after Week 9, the student
will be advised to drop the course for than semester due to lack of time to accomplish the
course requirements.
10.5.10 The approved Thesis must be carried and continued in Architectural Design 10
(AR521S4). In case the student decided not to pursue the approved thesis after passing
the Architectural Design 9 (AR511S4), the student will be advised NOT to enroll in
Architectural Design 10 to have sufficient time to work on the requirements for the new
Thesis which should have been covered in Architectural Design 9.
10.6
ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING DEFENSE

The Architectural Programming is the comprehensive analysis of the requirements of the Thesis
which would result to an architectural design solution that is logically-planned and aestheticallypleasing. This considers the quantitative demand for the project, applying it to the space
programming process, while taking into consideration the legal restrictions for the project, and
at the same time, applying theories studied in an evolution of design concept that is reflective
of the maturity of the students architecture knowledge-base.
10.6.1
Thesis Book Outline

The proponent shall include the Revised CHAPTERS I III based on the comments
made by the Thesis Panel during the Site and Project Justification Defense.
IV. CHAPTER IV : ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING
A. Architectural Design Development
1. Site Planning and Site Programming
Establishment of site requirements and/or regulations in relation to the
project being proposed and location of the chosen site. Items to be studied
shall include, but is not limited to, the Open Space Ratio, Floor Area Ratio,
Permeability Ratio, Parking Ratio, Site Zoning, Density, and other provisions
stipulated in the Rule 7 and 8 of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096).
2. Building Space Program

Establishment of building space requirements in relation to the computed
user demand; furniture, fixture, and equipment space requirements; and
expected flow of movement of various user types depending on the project
type. Items to be studied shall include, but is not limited to, the
Organizational Chart, Space Analysis, User Analysis, Space Adjacency
Matrix, Bubble Diagrams / Block Plans, Gross and Net Floor Area, Floor
Efficiency Ratio, Space Program Matrix, Building Massing, etc.
3. Building Laws
Establishment of conformity of the proposed project to pertinent laws. Items
to be studied shall include, but is not limited to the provisions in the National
Building Code of the Philippines (PD1096) that was not covered in the Site
Planning and Site Programming section, Accessibility Law (BP344), Fire
Code of the Philippines (RA9514), Plumbing Code of the Philippines
(RA1378), etc; as well as other laws, regulations, and/or codes specific to
the project (e.g. BP220 for Socialized and Economic Housing Projects, DOH
Guidelines for Hospital Design for Health-related projects, etc.)
4. Initial Design Translation
Discussion of theories, concepts, philosophies, and considerations that shall
be applied to the proposed project. This shall include, but is not limited to the
overall philosophy to be applied to the design and the translation of this
philosophy to specific design considerations and techniques to achieve
these considerations; the planning theory to be applied to organize the site;
the structural system best suited to the project; the form concept to be
applied to the structures themselves including its translation from the idea
and/or original form to the final form of the structure; and the finishes to be
used to achieve the desired design character.
10.6.2
Defense Schedule
The defense shall be scheduled a week after the midterm examination period (Week 13).
The order of presenters will be through drawings lots or by the Thesis Facultys
prerogative based on the students thesis and the availability of the Thesis Panel
members whose field of expertise and/or interest is in line with the students thesis.
10.6.3

Mobilization
5 minutes
Presentation
20 minutes
30 minutes
Panel Deliberations
10 minutes
Announcement of Results
5 minutes
Demobilization
5 minutes
10.6.4
10.6.4.1 Thesis Book Chapters I IV

Discussions in the Thesis Book should be more substantial than the key
points covered in the Powerpoint presentation. Submission of the Thesis
Book to the Thesis Faculty Coordinator is required on thelast Wednesday
before the start of the defense week, not later than 6pm.
10.6.4.2 Powerpoint Presentation (or equivalent computer-based presentation)
The Powerpoint presentation (or equivalent computer-based presentation)
shall be comprised of bulleted phrases together with ample
illustrations/images. Script may be prepared prior to the date of Defense to
be used hand-in-hand with the computer-based presentation.
10.6.4.3 Architectural Design Development Boards
These shall include, but are not limited to, the concept boards, site
characterization and analysis (macro and micro), architectural program, and
all other pertinent initial architectural design presentations on A3-sized
portfolio format presentation. Submission of the Architectural Design
Development Boards to the Thesis Faculty Coordinator is required on the
last Friday before the start of the defense week, not later than 6pm.
10.6.5
10.7
The students shall follow a prescribed thesis format. Failure to follow the prescribed
Requirements.
POST-DEFENSE REQUIREMENTS
10.7.1 Thesis Exhibit
10.7.1.1 Exhibit Materials
Exhibit of selected Thesis materials printed in 30x40 boards and mounted for
easy viewing. The choice for what materials to exhibit should be governed by
visual quality and its effectiveness in assisting the viewer in understanding the
thesis.
10.7.1.2 Elevator Pitch and Oral Presentation
The student should be stationed beside his/her exhibit at all possible time for the
duration of the exhibit and explain his/her work to viewers. Explanation should be
composed of an elevator pitch that will capture the interest of the viewers, and
a more comprehensive but still concise explanation whenever necessary,
especially when the viewer has additional queries regarding the exhibit.
10.7.2
Design Portfolio
A more concise and graphical explanation of the thesis geared towards presentation to
prospective employers after graduation, printed in A3-sized paper (1 copy only).
10.8
10.7.3
Thesis Book
A more detailed explanation of the Thesis undertaking, printed in A4-sized paper (1 copy
only). This should include the revisions prescribed by the Thesis Panel during the
Architectural Programming Defense and must be signed by all signatories prior to binding
(ring-bound only).
10.7.4
DVD Compilation
Compilation (1 copy only) of the electronic files of (1) all thesis presentation materials in
JPG, DWG, and PDF format; (2) the Thesis Book in WORD and PDF format; (3) the
Design Portfolio in PDF format; and (4) the Exhibit Materials / Boards in PDF format
GRADING SYSTEM
10.8.1 Computation for Grades
PRELIM GRADE
Same as Midterm Grade
MIDTERM GRADE
based on student work up to Site and Project Defense
5%
5%
5%
15%
70%
Progressive Consultation #1
Completeness of Documents
Defense Grade
FINAL GRADE
given by Thesis Adviser

ave. grade given by Thesis Panel
1/3 Midterm Grade + 2/3 Final Term Grade
Computation for the Final Term Grade shall be based on student work after Site
and Project Justification, and shall have the following composition:
5%
5%
5%
70%
Defense Grade
10%
Thesis Book and Portfolio
given by Faculty Coordinator
2%
DVD Compilation
3%
Thesis Exhibit
Note: The final requirements / grades component (i.e. Thesis Book and
Portfolio, DVD Compilation, and Thesis Exhibit) are to be accomplished only
by those who received a passing grade in the Thesis Defense.
10.8.2
Officially Dropped (DRP)

Students may receive a grade of Officially Dropped (DRP) if:
10.8.2.1 Thestudent was not able to have his/her proposed thesis approved on or before
Week 9
10.8.2.2 The student decides to change an approved thesis after Week 9
11.0
10.8.3
Failing Grade (5.0)

Students may receive a Failing Grade (5.0) if:
10.8.3.1 The Midterm Grade of the student is below passing and he/she received a failing
grade average from the Thesis Panel in the Architectural Programming Defense
10.8.3.2 The Midterm Grade of the student is below passing and he/she received a
Conditional Pass from the Thesis Panel during the Architectural Programming
Defense but he/she was not able to accomplish the conditions set forth by the
Thesis Panel within 1 week from the date of defense
10.8.4
Incomplete (4.0)
Students may receive a grade of Incomplete (4.0) if:
10.8.4.1 The student has a passing Midterm Grade and he/she passed the Architectural
Programming Defense but he/she was not able to accomplish the post-defense
requirements (e.g. he/she did not participate in the Thesis Exhibit and/or failed to
submit the Thesis Book, Portfolio, and DVD compilation within the deadline
stipulated in the Thesis Calendar at the start of the semester)
10.8.4.2 The student has a passing Midterm Grade but he/she did not received a passing
grade in the Architectural Programming Defense
10.8.4.2.1 If the student received a grade of Incomplete (INC) because he/she
received a Conditional Pass in the Architectural Programming
Defense but he/she was not able to accomplish the conditions set
forth by the Thesis Panel within 1 week from the date of defense,
said student may be allowed to enroll in Architectural Design 10
(AR521S4) for the succeeding semester, PROVIDED that said
student was able to accomplish pending requirements during the
interval between semesters (i.e. semester break for those who took
AR511S4 in the 1st semester; and summer break for those who
took AR511S4 in the 2nd semester)
failed the Architectural Programming Defense, said student will
NOT be allowed to enroll in Architectural Design 10 (AR521S4) for
the succeeding semester. Instead, said student will be required to
participate in the Architectural Programming Defense to be held the
following semester
10.8.4.2.3 No student with a grade of Incomplete (INC) in Design 9 shall
be allowed to enroll in Design 10 (AR521S4) prior to the
completion of his/her pending requirements. This provision
shall be strictly implemented to ensure continuity and correctness
of thesis since the thesis is composed of a sequence of steps and
procedure starting from the Site and Project Justification in Design
9 up to the Final Defense in Design 10.
THESIS GUIDELINES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 10 (AR521S4)

11.1
PRE-FINAL DEFENSE
The Pre-Final Defense, similar to the Final Defense, is the synthesis of the entire spectrum of the
design process leading towards an architectural design solution that is logically-planned and
aesthetically-pleasing. This considers the quantitative demand for the project, applying it to the
space programming process, while taking into consideration the legal restrictions for the
project, and at the same time, applying theories studied in an evolution of design concept that
is reflective of the maturity of the students architecture knowledge-base. The Pre-Final Defense is
created to give the Proponent ample time to revise or address any concerns raised by the Thesis
Panel prior to the Final Defense.
11.1.1
Thesis Book Outline

The proponent shall include the Revised CHAPTERS I IV-A based on the
comments made by the Thesis Panel during the Architectural Programming Defense
IV. CHAPTER IV : ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING (continuation)
B. Architectural Engineering
1. Project Cost Analysis
Establishment of the financial feasibility of the proposed project. Items to be
studied shall include, but is not limited to, the estimated cost of the project
based on the 17-line cost analysis, basis for lot cost and building
construction cost, assumed sources of income and basis for assumptions,
number of years for ROI, etc.
2. Building Utilities
Discussion of building utilities needed for the functionality of the proposed
project. Items to be studied shall include, but is not limited to, the location
and spatial specifications of utilities intended for power, communication,
water supply, waste water, solid waste collection, material recovery, etc. The
proponent should be able to fully explain how each system works as applied
to the project being proposed.
3. Building Technology
Discussion of any new building technology that will be applied to the project.
Items to be studied shall include, but is not limited to, the principle behind
the technology, the rationale why said technology was chosen, the details on
how the technology works, the details on how it will be applied to the project
being proposed and its implication on the project costing, etc.
V. CHAPTER V : DESIGN TRANSLATIONS
All major drawings (e.g. Site Development Plans, Floor Plans, etc.) should be in A3
size paper.
11.1.2
Defense Schedule
The defense shall be scheduled the week before the prelims period (Week 5). The order
of presenters will be through drawings lots or by the Thesis Facultys prerogative based
on the students thesis and the availability of the Thesis Panel members whose field of
expertise and/or interest is in line with the students thesis.
11.1.3

Perusal of Executive Summary and Working Drawings
20 minutes
10 minutes
Panel Deliberations
10 minutes
Grading / Announcement of Results
5 minutes
11.1.4
11.1.4.1 Executive Summary of Thesis Book Chapters I V in Journal Format
A 10-page, 2-column, single-spaced, A4-sized document that discusses the
salient points from Chapters I-V, using Arial Narrow font with font size of 11.
Submission of the Executive Summary to the Thesis Faculty Coordinator is
required on the last Friday before the start of the defense week, not later
than 6pm.
11.1.4.2 Architectural Working Drawings
The working drawings shall be printed in A3-sized paper and shall be
submitted together with the Executive Summary. These architectural
working drawings shall include, but is not limited to, the Site Development
Plan (scale ranging from 1:500 to 1:2000); Floor Plans, Elevations for all
sides, and Longitudinal and Cross-Sections for all buildings (scale ranging
from 1:50 to 1:200); Exterior and Interior Perspectives; etc.
11.2
FINAL DEFENSE
The Final Defense is the culmination of the students Thesis and is a synthesis of the entire
spectrum of the design process leading towards an architectural design solution that is
logically-planned and aesthetically-pleasing that is reflective of the maturity of the students
architecture knowledge-base.
11.2.1
Thesis Book Outline

B. Architectural Engineering
V. CHAPTER V : DESIGN TRANSLATIONS
The proponent shall include the Revised CHAPTERS I V based on the comments
made by the Thesis Panel during the Pre-Final Defense
11.2.2
Defense Schedule
The defense shall be scheduled a week after the midterm examination period (Week 11).
The order of presenters will be through drawings lots or by the Thesis Facultys
prerogative based on the students thesis and the availability of the Thesis Panel
members whose field of expertise and/or interest is in line with the students thesis.
11.2.3

Mobilization
5 minutes
Presentation
20 minutes
30 minutes
Panel Deliberations
10 minutes
Announcement of Results
5 minutes
Demobilization
5 minutes
11.2.4
11.2.4.1 Thesis Book Chapters I V
Discussions in the Thesis Book should be more substantial than the key
points covered in the Powerpoint presentation. Submission of the Thesis
Book to the Thesis Faculty Coordinator is required on thelast Wednesday
before the start of the defense week, not later than 6pm.
11.2.4.2 Powerpoint Presentation (or equivalent computer-based presentation)
The Powerpoint presentation (or equivalent computer-based presentation)
shall be comprised of bulleted phrases together with ample
illustrations/images. Script may be prepared prior to the date of Defense to
be used hand-in-hand with the computer-based presentation.
11.2.4.3 Architectural Design Development Boards
These shall comprise ALL the required Final Architectural Design
Presentations that will support the Thesis being presented, printed on A3sized portfolio format presentation. Submission of the Architectural Design
Development Boards to the Thesis Faculty Coordinator is required on the
last Friday before the start of the defense week, not later than 6pm.
11.2.4.4 Scaled Model
The scaled model may be a detailed model or a conceptual (i.e. massing
only) with a minimum size of 20x30 and a maximum size of 30x40 at an
appropriate scale subject for approval of the Thesis Adviser.
11.2.5
11.3
The students shall follow a prescribed thesis format. Failure to follow the prescribed
Requirements.
POST-DEFENSE REQUIREMENTS
11.3.1
Thesis Exhibit
11.3.1.1 Exhibit Materials
Exhibit of the scaled model and selected Thesis materials printed in 30x40
boards and mounted for easy viewing. The choice for what materials to exhibit
should be governed by visual quality and its effectiveness in assisting the viewer
in understanding the thesis.
11.3.1.2 Elevator Pitch and Oral Presentation
The student should be stationed beside his/her exhibit at all possible time for the
duration of the exhibit and explain his/her work to viewers. Explanation should be
composed of an elevator pitch that will capture the interest of the viewers, and
a more comprehensive but still concise explanation whenever necessary,
especially when the viewer has additional queries regarding the exhibit.
11.4
11.3.2
Design Portfolio
A more concise and graphical explanation of the thesis geared towards presentation to
prospective employers after graduation, printed in A3-sized paper (1 copy only).
11.3.3
Thesis Book
A more detailed explanation of the Thesis undertaking, printed in A4-sized paper (1 copy
only). This should include the revisions prescribed by the Thesis Panel during the
Architectural Programming Defense and must be signed by all signatories prior to binding
(ring-bound only).
11.3.4
DVD Compilation
Compilation (1 copy only) of the electronic files of (1) all thesis presentation materials in
JPG, DWG, and PDF format; (2) the Thesis Book in WORD and PDF format; (3) the
Design Portfolio in PDF format; and (4) the Exhibit Materials / Boards in PDF format
GRADING SYSTEM
11.4.1 Computation for Grades
PRELIM GRADE
Same as Midterm Grade
MIDTERM GRADE
based on student work up to Pre-Final Defense
5%
5%
5%
15%
Completeness of Documents
70%
Defense Grade
FINAL GRADE
1/3 Midterm Grade + 2/3 Final Term Grade
Computation for the Final Term Grade shall be based on student work after PreFinal Defense, and shall have the following composition:
5%
5%
5%
70%
Defense Grade
10%
Thesis Book and Portfolio
2%
DVD Compilation
3%
Thesis Exhibit
Note: The final requirements / grades component (i.e. Thesis Book and
Portfolio, DVD Compilation, and Thesis Exhibit) are to be accomplished only
by those who received a passing grade in the Thesis Defense.
11.4.2
Officially Dropped (DRP)

Students may receive a grade of Officially Dropped (DRP) if:
11.4.2.1 The student received a grade of Incomplete (INC) in Architectural Design 9
(AR511S4) and said student enrolled in Architectural Design 10 (AR521S4) prior
to the completion of ALL Architectural Design 9 pending requirements.
11.4.3
Failing Grade (5.0)

11.4.3.1 The Midterm Grade of the student is below passing and he/she received a failing
grade average from the Thesis Panel in the Final Defense
11.4.3.2 The Midterm Grade of the student is below passing and he/she received a
Conditional Pass from the Thesis Panel during the Final Defense but he/she was
not able to accomplish the conditions set forth by the Thesis Panel within 1 week
from the date of defense
11.4.4
Incomplete (4.0)
Students may receive a grade of Incomplete (4.0) if:
11.4.4.1 The student has a passing Midterm Grade and he/she passed the Final Defense
but he/she was not able to accomplish the post-defense requirements (e.g.
he/she did not participate in the Thesis Exhibit and/or failed to submit the Thesis
Book, Portfolio, and DVD compilation within the deadline stipulated in the Thesis
Calendar at the start of the semester)
11.4.4.2 The student has a passing Midterm Grade but he/she did not receive a passing
grade in the Final Defense
received a Conditional Pass in the Final Defense but he/she was
not able to accomplish the conditions set forth by the Thesis Panel
within 1 week from the date of defense, said student is given 1 year
to accomplish pending requirements
failed the Final Defense, said student will be required to participate
in the Final Defense in any of the succeeding 2 semesters to be
able to convert his/her failing Final Defense Grade to a passing
grade
12.0
MISCELLANEAOUS AND OTHER PROVISIONS

12.1
RULING FOR LATECOMERS

12.1.1 Students are required to be within the vicinity of the deliberation rooms (3rd floor of
Building 2, Casal Campus, TIP Manila) at least one (1) hour prior to their defense
schedule. Students should be acknowledged by the Thesis Faculty Coordinator upon
arrival.
12.1.2 Standard time to be observed is the official time of TIP Manila which is synchronized with
the time in the DOST website
12.1.3 Arrival beyond fifteen (15) minutes from the scheduled time of defense is automatically
considered as Late and is subject to the provisions below:
12.1.3.1 If the Proponent arrives within his/her defense schedule but beyond the fifteen
(15) minute grace period given to all Thesis students, he/she will be rescheduled
as the last Presenter for that day but the highest possible grade that he/she may
get for that particular defense is fifty (50)
12.1.3.2 If the Proponent arrives beyond his/her defense schedule, he/she will no longer
be allowed to present and will automatically get a grade of zero (0) for that
particular defense.
12.1.4 For latecomers or students who did not show up for their defense due to valid reasons
(e.g. emergency cases that may include death or accidents, Force Majeure, or other
reason that might be significantly important) with proper documentation, the latecomer
provision may be waived, subject to the approval of the Thesis Committee, the Thesis
Faculty Coordinator, and the Department Chair
12.2
THESIS ATTIRE
Thesis attire is preferably Corporate Attire but in the absence of such, the TIP Proper Uniform is
acceptable. In the case where it will be Corporate Attire, the Presenter must come to school in
his/her proper uniform and change to corporate attire 30 minutes before the defense schedule and
must change back to proper uniform after the defense, except on Wednesdays, when the presenter
may come to school in his/her Corporate Attire.
12.3
The Thesis Panel schedule shall be posted at least three (3) working days before the any thesis
defense schedule to give the faculty members ample time to leave work for any affected class
schedule. The thesis adviser should NOT inform his/her advisee regarding the composition of the
Proponents Thesis Panel. The Thesis Panel should also NOT inform the Proponents about their
assigned schedule. The final composition of the Thesis Panel shall ONLY be announced during
the schedule of the Thesis defense.
12.4
The thesis defense shall be continuous and may be simultaneous with other thesis defense
schedule. Scheduled presenter during the day must be ready in advance.
12.5
The first schedule for thesis deliberation per day shall begin no later than 9:00 AM, and the last
schedule for thesis deliberation per day shall begin no later than 7:00 PM.
12.6
Students are required to bring their own laptop or desktop and other equipment needed for the
Thesis Defense. The student will not be allowed to use any school computer or equipment other
than the projector during their Thesis Defense
13.0
12.7
All students must secure permit from the office of student affairs (OSA) in bringing to the school the
following:
12.7.1 Laptop / Desktop / mouse / speakers/ etc.
12.7.2 Audio-visual equipment needed in the oral defense.
12.7.3 Other things requiring permit from OSA / Security Office.
12.7.4 There will be no re-schedule of oral defense upon failure of the computer
12.8
The students shall be allowed to bring only two (2) assistants inside the defense room during the
mobilization and demobilization periods.
12.9
Question during the deliberation shall be in verbal or written form and shall be asked by the thesis
panel ONLY during the Discussion / Defense Proper. All questions must be within the scope of the
thesis work and should be leading towards a fair assessment for each component of the rubrics for
grading.
12.10
The criteria for grading during the Thesis Defense shall follow the rubrics provided for that
particular defense
12.11
The Presenter shall be asked to leave the room for the Thesis Panel Deliberation of grade and
shall be called back into the defense room to receive his/her Thesis Defense grade.
12.12
Comments, correction and revision of the Thesis Book by the thesis panel shall be written directly
on the unbound copy of the thesis book to be received by the Presenter at the end of the Thesis
Defense session. The presenter must comply with all comments, corrections and revisions
submitted by the Thesis Panel prior to the signing/approval of the Thesis Book as part of the
course completion requirements.
12.13
The grade of the students as computed by the Thesis Faculty Coordinator shall be announced
during the Thesis Awarding Ceremony to be held during the Thesis Exhibit. The grades
announced may still be changed to a grade of Incomplete (INC) if they failed to comply with all the
remaining course completion requirements.
12.14
The lowest passing grade shall be fifty percent (50%) while the highest grade shall be one hundred
percent (100%)
THESIS AWARDS
13.1
13.2
Outstanding Presenters and Thesis shall be commended. Awards shall be categorized in the
following manner:
13.1.1 Top Ten (10) Thesis based on the computed grade from the start of the semester up to
the Architectural Programming / Final Defense grade
13.1.2 Special Awards given by the Guest Juror / Speaker during the Thesis Exhibit or, in any
event where there is no Guest Juror / Speaker, by consensus of all Faculty Members of
the Department. This shall be composed of (1) Best Presenter, (2) Best Architectural
Design Development Boards; and (3) Best Scaled Model
13.1.3 Other Awards as agreed upon by the Thesis Committee, the Thesis Faculty Coordinator,
and the Department Chair
Should there be a disagreement on the choice of awardees; the Thesis Committee shall have the
final decision.
14.0
EFFECTIVITY AND AMMENDMENTS

14.1
14.2
These guidelines shall take effect starting the First Semester of School Year 2016-2017.
These guidelines may be modified, amended or updated by the Thesis Committee with the
approval of the Department Chair.
Prepared by:
____________________________________
Ar. Josefina S. De Asis
Chairman, Thesis Committee 2016-2017
____________________________________
Ar. Joseph P. Alcoran
Member, Thesis Committee 2016-2017
____________________________________
Ar. Romeo S. Camacho
____________________________________
Ar. Cesario C. Esguerra
Approved by:
____________________________________
Ar. Josefina S. De Asis
Program Chair, ARCH Department

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