CHAPTER 1

1. INTRODUCTION
Proposal for Construction skills and promotion center since the
construction activities in the state have to be dealt with in the larger context of
improvements to the infrastructure in the diversified activities of the
construction industry, it is proposed to establish a Construction Academy for the
state. The proposed Academy is expected to impart training to the workforce in
the construction field and upgrade the skills of the professionals, already
working in this field.
Government has decided in principle to set up a Construction skills and
promotion center and issued orders for establishing Tamil Nadu Construction
skills and promotion center under Public-Private Partnership mode to ensure a
faster growth of skilled force in the construction sector. A site has been
identified in Chengalpet within the ITI campus to establish Tamil Nadu
Construction skills and promotion center.

1.1 WHY WE NEED?

The Construction Industry Training Institute will coordinate, promote and
support unionized training programs to meet the demands of the construction
industry

1.2 ECONOMIC SCENARIO AND GROWTH ENGINES

1.2.1 HUMAN RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS IN VARIOUS STATES:
IMaCS has conducted skill mapping studies in various states and
identified human resource requirements. IMaCS has conducted skill mapping
studies in association with Confederation of India Industry (CII) in several
states.

The studies have been conducted in a cross section of states:

Tamil Nadu
Andhra Pradesh
Maharashtra
Jammu and Kashmir
Punjab
These studies present the dimensions of the skill gap problem.

Developing countries are faced with enormous pressure to make a successful

transition from the pre-globalization era into the new globalised economy
structure. Despite the fact that India is on the fast track of development, the
Government is faced with. The challenge to enable majority of the Indians to
participate in the benefits of growth and to contribute to that growth.

Figure 1 Indian Economy Steady Growth

Figure 2 High Industries Growth

Figure 3Employment Projections- Till 2015

Figure 4 Human Resources of Tamilnadu

The supply side situation and demand supply gap:

Figure 5 Demands for Skilled Workforce

Figure 6 Employable skills

Figure 7 Education System

Figure 8 Demand and Supply

Promoting vocational training and skill development opportunities to provide

quality employment (Source: IMaCs analysis- Confederation of Indian Industry
(CII)).

1.2.2 INFRASTRUCTURE:

Development at the Central or State level including:

1. Directorate General of Employment and Training (DGE&T).
2. National Skill Development Council (NSDC); National Skill
Development Coordination Board; National Skill Development
Corporation (NSDC) Industrial Training Institutes (ITI)/Industrial

Training Centers (ITC); Rural Development and Self Employment

Training Institute (RUDSETI) and other such institutes.
vocational training right at the school level.

ublic-Private-Partnership model for creating the required

infrastructure.

Figure 9 Process of life Concept

The current knowledge oriented economy requires a new generation of skilled
people capable of competing at a larger, global platform. To do this the largely
unskilled Indian labour force must have education and training that equips them
for the new knowledge based labour market. One of the sources of the skilled
workforce is the vocational education and training system. However, the current
system is not being able to appropriately respond to the needs of the market.
A key national issue, therefore, is what interventions are needed to improve the
effectiveness of the vocational education and training system.

1.3 IDENTIFIED SECTOR: CONSTRUCTION

1.3.1THE CONTEXT:
The Construction industry in India is the second largest employer after
agriculture, providing employment to about 33 million people. Intelligence and
skill are the most sought after work traits in this fast growing industry.
Moreover, the effect of globalization has enabled the Construction industry
adopt latest technologies in both the materials used and the methods of
construction thereby resulting in a growing demand for world-class quality in
workmanship. There is a need to complete projects at reduced cost, coupled
with speed and safety. This in turn demands a drastic increase in productivity of
Men and machines, which can be achieved only by imparting intensive training
to workmen and equipping them with the required knowledge and skills in
construction.
Understanding this need for developing skilled workforce, to promote the
training and Construction Skills Training Institute all over the country.

1.3.2 AIM
Construction skills and promotion center (CSPC) will be organized to
impart skill oriented training to workers such as Masonry, Carpentry, Electrical,
Plumbing, Flooring, Metal Fabrication Painting etc. and impart training to
engineers and supervisors, with a focus on skill formation, skill up gradation
and financial management. Welfare activities for construction workers is also
one of the aim of CSPC.

1.3.4 OBJECTIVE
The main objective of the academy will be to conduct regular training
courses for all the stake holders of the construction industry including
construction workers, construction engineers, construction managers, architects,
builders and contractors. Some of the courses that can be introduced in the

Construction skills and promotion center are:

(a)

Job-oriented special skill trainings (skill up gradation) for

construction workers.

(b)

Skill refresher courses for construction workers who are already

employed in various private/public enterprises.

(d)

special training on topics of relevance like green architecture.

(e)

Training to create awareness among construction workers

regarding the legislation/acts applicable to them such as Minimum
Wages Act. Contract Labour Act and inter-state Migrant Workers
Act, equal remuneration Act etc.

(f)

overview training to laymen who are planning to construct a

residence, with the purpose of imparting knowledge of basic

building materials, construction practices, construction planning and

monitoring, quality assurance, drawings and how to read them, financial
management during construction etc.
(g) Trainings to engineers on the various aspects of construction
management.
(h) Trainings for contractors on financial management, legal Agreements
and contracts, tender response preparation.

1.3.5 SCOPE OF THE PROJECT

The explosive growth witnessed all over the country in the past few years
has increased multifold the manpower requirement of the construction industry.
All aspects of construction like - Type of buildings, architectural features, size
of the buildings, materials used for construction, pace of construction,
complexity of services- all aspects of construction have seen a sea change.
While buildings have become more complex and large, cost effective solutions
and reduced timelines are the order of the day. The explosive growth across all

sectors has also made trained manpower scarce thus contributing to quick staff
turnover adding to the woes of the industry.
Trained manpower ensures productivity from day one, increased employee
retention, vastly reduces the responsibility of training and cost incurred on
training thus resulting in multifold benefits to the employers.

1.4 CONSTRUCTION SKILLS AND PROMOTION CENTER

Engages in training partnerships with employers, labour organizations,
Aboriginal groups and government provides advice on training methods and
opportunities identifies funding options for training from provincial and federal
government programs advises the provincial government on the need to develop
new programs, improve provincial training curriculums and protect standards in
trades training promotes the advantages of careers in the trades and helps young
people, students and others gain access to apprenticeship training and facilities.

1.4.1 FUNCTION OF THE CAMPUS:

Figure 10 CSPC- Function of the Campus

The campus going to consist of following sectors:

The Advanced Skill Training Institutes
Education center
Display and expo center
Construction consultancy services
Social interaction and development
Construction skills and promotion center will conduct all construction lead
related training programmes under one roof. It houses several constituent units
covering all sectors of the Construction Industry. The campus will have
auditorium, seminar halls, and class rooms, hostel blocks, dormitory,
Workshops etc.

Figure 11 CSPC- Function Flow Diagram

1.4.2 PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND REQUIREMENTS
The various buildings or blocks required for the academy are as given below:
Training school classrooms, work shops

 Administrative block, auditorium, library

Separate hostels for ladies and gents
Meeting rooms, board room
Seminar halls and auditorium
Play ground, gymnasium
Expo center
Consulting offices
Shopping centers, open areas, canteen
Parking areas

1.4.3 TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The methodology of trade training comprises the following
Training the Trainers
Trade Testing
Preparation of Skill Standards
Training Curriculum
Training

CHAPTER 2
2. DATA COLLECTION
2.1 STANDARDS AND NORMS
Norms for Engineering and Non- Engineering trades under Craftsmen
Training Scheme (syllabi of all trades are available at DGE&T website
www.dget.nic.in/trade)

Table 1 Standards And Norms

@ Adequate space need to be decided
Source: Directorate General of Employment & Training (Under Ministry of
Labour & Employment)

2.2 STANDARDIZATION OF LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

To support the desired goal of creating a teaching environment that
recognizes and responds to diverse learning styles and needs, and adheres to
campus standards for classrooms, the following recommendations should be
implemented:

Level 1
Media Classroom Minimal A/V infrastructure for all classrooms.
Lighting minimal zone control
Projection unit
Wall-mounted LCD monitor

 Document camera
Laptop input
Networked A/V monitoring/control
Data port for portable videoconference
codec
STANDARDIZATION OF
Level 2
Interactive Media Classroom
Experimental new technology
Classroom (approximately 10% of all
new classrooms)
All Level 1 equipment from above
Mobile LCD monitor
Smart white boards
Electronic flip-chart wall
Student response electronics
Wireless network for student laptops
Level 3
Studio Classroom A single 50-seat
room, or two (2) separate rooms, (1) @
20-seat and (1) @ 40-seat.
All Level 2 equipment from above
Media encode/recording control room
with window to classrooms
(3) Remote control pan/tilt/zoom
cameras, mounted in fixed locations
(1) Auto-follow camera

Figure 12 Standardization Of
Learning Environment

 Installed videoconferencing codec

Dimmable stage lighting
Wireless and wired presenter mics
Audience mics
Fixed

seating -

raised,

including full

ADA

access

Figure 13 Class Room layouts

Classroom Standards
910 SF Classroom n 40 to 45 Students
2.3 DESIGN GUIDE LINES
Design guidelines help to ensure that the campus evolves over time in a
Manner consistent with the established vision and mission of the Campus.
Site Layout
Pedestrian and Public Spaces
Gateways and Entrances
Way finding
Campus Landscape Goals
Sustainability Principles
Major Spaces
Landscape Elements
Building Parameters
Architectural Design Features
Interior Design Elements
Standardization of Work Environment
Standardization of Learning Environment
Passive / Active Solar Design
Sustainable Water Management
Sustainable Construction Practices
Material Efficiency
Energy Efficiency

2.3.1 SITE LAYOUT

Clustering of development within the campus core
connections with adjacent properties

 shield utilitarian
components
shared facilities
network of varied open spaces
human-scaled spaces
Enliven streetscapes and pathways with adequate shade trees and
Plantings.
Create public gathering places of varying scales.
Reduce impacts on the land and environment.
Make the campus inviting and transparent with a strong sense of
arrival.
Promote compact development to preserve the campus greatest
Asset its land for future opportunities.
Orient buildings to maximize passive solar opportunities and allow
Active solar technology installation.

2.3.2 PEDESTRIAN AND PUBLIC SPACES

Pedestrian paths should be safe, attractive, and inviting and should provide
direct connections between places.
Informal, visible, and accessible plazas, courtyards, and outdoor
Gathering areas should be provided in between buildings.
Benches should be placed and oriented to provide refuge and comfort,
But not impede access or circulation.
All street furniture (including benches, lighting, bollards, and waste
receptacles) should be consistent and complementary with the
Architectural style and quality of the campus buildings.

 Water features are encouraged in visually prominent and/or special

Locations as they contribute to campus character and its sustainability;
they may include both water-recycling fountains and storm water
management facilities, such as bioswales.
Sculptural elements are encouraged in appropriate public areas as they enhance
the building and site design.
2.3.3 GATEWAYS AND ENTRANCES
scale and architectural style
high-quality materials
Vertical elements should not exceed adjacent building heights.
Treatment of the College gateway must distinguish its prominence.
From other entrances.

2.3.4 WAYFINDING
Directional signage
architectural style
and setting
Permanent signs should be constructed using high-quality materials
Such as metal, stone, or wood.
Monument signs should be designed to complement the architectural
Style of the buildings they serve and should utilize high quality
Materials such as stone, tile, cast concrete, or similar masonry
materials.

2.3.4 CAMP US LANDSCAPE GOALS

Incorporate.
More sustainable landscapes.
Place making.

 Pedestrian-friendly campus.
Interconnected hierarchy of green spaces.
Sense of place.
Coherent sense of place and ease of way finding.
Define the edges of the campus.
Entry-enhance the sense of arrival.

2.3.5 SUSTAINABILITY PRINCIPLES

Materials recycled
Materials, recyclable materials, or certified green products.
Soils sustainably sourced
Low Water Use - use of recycled water.
Rainfall re-use
Drainage- reduce run-off and promote re-use of storm-water
Planting attractive and meets the sustainability goals
Paving- Paving should be selected to enhance the sense of a quality
Environment, be consistent with the architectural design guidelines,
and
Promote the sustainability goals in general.

2.3.6 MAJOR SPACES

Mission Gate
Interdisciplinary Plaza
Sports Court
gathering space
Academic Quadrangles
Green Weave
Academic Avenue
Parking Lots

 safety of
pedestrian and vehicular movement
2.3.7 LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS
Site Furniture
Lighting
Manage light pollution through installing cut-off light fixtures that
Direct light down and are less than 26 feet in height.
Manage energy usage through selection of light fixtures that accept
Low wattage bulb options and offer a balanced light spectrum.
Manage operational hours of light fixtures to provide safe lighting
Levels during hours of operation of the adjacent facilities.

2.3.8 TRANSIT SHELTER

Universal access

2.3.9 BUILDING ELEMENTS AND STYLE

Significant building elements such as cornice lines, building datum lines,
pronounced entries or porticos, colonnades, awning elements, stairways,
and masonry detailing comprise a vocabulary of design features that
help to create a cohesive campus identity. Designs which respond to and
incorporate these common features will further the goal of campus visual
unity.

2.3.10 PASSIVE / ACTIVE SOLAR DESIGN

Proper orientation
Visual connection to the exterior
Maximize south-facing glazing
day lighting, or natural light,

 harvesting of solar energy

Sustainable Water Management
dual flush or low-flow toilets and urinals, and high efficiency plumbing
fixtures
drought tolerant plants
Material Efficiency
sustainably-produced materials with high recycled content
active recycling and re-use of materials
Energy Efficiency
High performance lighting controls
high performance HVAC strategies and systems
Natural ventilation through operable windows
efficiencies of operation
2.4 STANDARDIZATION OF WORK ENVIRONMENT
The location of faculty and staff integrally throughout all buildings is critical in
order to maintain the cross-disciplinary culture desired by the College. The
establishment and adherence to campus standards for lecture spaces,
classrooms, and offices will assist in creating environments that are shared and
flexible throughout each academic facility. Adaptability, flexibility, and
functionality in the work environment can be achieved by using modular
furniture systems.
The following standard office furniture layouts are recommended:

Figure 14 following standard office furniture layouts

Aisle space standards should range from 3 feet for secondary aisles to 8 feet for
main corridors, depending on the traffic.
The space requirements for filing cabinets depend on the size of the cabinet, the
frequent y of use of the material filed, and the arrangement. The standard legal
file cabinet is 18- inches wide and 30-inches deep. The drawer opens out an
additional 28 inches.

Figure 124 Workspace layouts -A

Configuration A Individual Office - 80sf
Configuration B Dual Occupancy Office- 120sf

Figure 135 Workspace layouts -B

Configuration Department Head- 140sf
Configuration D Individual Office - 160sf

2.5 BUILDING CONFIGURATION

BUILDINGS
To describe the various types of outdoor spaces created by building
To provide some design guidelines for organizing building in a
composition
To outline different methods for integrating buildings and the landscape
together into one well coordinate element

To help properly site the building and design its environ

2.5.1 BUILDING CLUSTERS AND SPATIAL DEFINITION

2.5.1.1 CREATION SPACE
A single building does not create space

Figure 16 Creation Space-A

Exterior space is created when two or more buildings are clustered

together

Figure 17 Creation Space-B

2.5.1.2 OUTDOOR SPACE

Figure18 Outdoor Space

Articulated with exact sharp edges
Lack dramatic seasonal variety
Wall alter little
Relates to the effect of windows on spatial perception
Changing light in day and night

2.5.2 QUALITY OF SPACE

Figure19 Quality of Space

Depend on the distance to build height ratio
The arrangement of buildings
The character of building facades
2.5.3 DISTANCE TO BUILDING HEIGHT RATIO

2.5.3.1 ENCLOSURE
Full enclosure, 1:1 distance to height ratio
Loss enclosure, 4:1

Figure20 Enclosure of Space

2.5.3.2 FEELING AND USE
Intimate and interior like spacing, 1:3
Public, 6 or over
Exterior deep well, 1or less
Ideal, 2:1

Figure21 Fleeing And Use

2.5.4 PLAN ARRANGEMENT

2.5.4.1SPATIAL LEAKS
Spatial leaks occur when views extend outside an enclosed space

Can be minimizes
Over lapping
Linkage

Figure22 Spatial Leaks

2.5.4.2 BUILDING CHARACTER
Character of building faade that contain the space
Color, texture, detailing and proportion of a building faade
Space can be made to feel cold, harsh, inhuman if the buildings wall
o Massive, gray, lack fine detail
Can be made to feel delicate, airy, inviting if the building wall
o Warm in color, finely detailed, proportioned to human
o Thin column and intricate detailing furnish a light quality
o Colonnade, produce a less bulky temperament

Figure23 Building Character

2.5.5 BUILDING CLUSTERS AND TYPES OF SPACES
2.5.5.1 CENTRAL OPEN SPACE
Group buildings, same as concave landform, inward orientated
Spatial enclosure is minimized the spatial leaks

Figure24 Central Open Space-A

Wind mill spaces, strengthening the enclosure of the spaces and forces the
pedestrian entering the space to experience or even stop in the space

Figure25 Central Open Space-B

Central open space is strongest when the hollowness of the space is reinforced
2.5.5.2 FOCUSED OPEN SPACE
Open in one side
Not to make too large, will lose enclosure
Sufficient buildings walls

Figure26 Focused Open Space

2.5.5.3 CHANNELED LINEAR SPACE

Long and narrow space, opening one or both ends
Straight does not bend
Can see either end, movement
Persons attention is squeezed and channeled long linear side

Figure27 Channelled Linear Space

2.5.5.4 ORGANIC LINEAR SPACE
Not simple, straight space from one point to another
Continuous around corners, frequently disappear out of sight
Corners, changing view, spatial surprise

Figure28 Organic Linear Space

2.5.6 RELATING BUILDING TO A SITE
2.5.6.1 LAND FORM
Visual and functional relationship between buildings and the site

LEVEL LANDFORM

Figure29 Level Landform

STEEP LANDFORM

Figure30 Steep Landform

2.5.6.2 PLANT MATERIAL
Relating a building or group of buildings to existing plant material on a site

Figure31 Plant Material

 Relating buildings to a site by the correct placement of new or introduced

plant material
Vegetation can relate a building to the surrounding site by carrying lines, forms
and spaces into the site
A roof line or wall mass can be extended into the adjoining site by masses of
plant material repeating lines and masses of the building itself
The ceiling of an interior space can be extended into the site through the use of
tree canopies

2.5.7 BUILDING DESIGN

Should be taken into account
Include the functional relation between indoors and outdoors
The interpenetration of space between building and site
The use of windows
A simple, flat-planed box has a weaker spatial relation to its site
In a flat planed building, the separation between indoor and outdoor space
is clean and definite
No interlocking of the two spatial volumes
The building is seen more as an object sitting on the site than one
interacting with and becoming part of the site

Figure32 Building Design

Portions of the building mass are pushed inward or pulled outward, indoors and
outdoors space begin to interpenetrate each other

2.5.8 TRANSITION SPACE

A transition space diminishes the break between indoors and outdoors
and allows a person entering or leaving a building to make the change
between them in a gradual manner
Is undesirable to force a person to move abruptly between two different
settings because this establishes both a physical and a psychological
separation between the two
It is undesirable to create a space that is neither indoors not outdoors,
allowing for a slow change between the two
A transition space is necessary to physically separate an entrance from
other areas and functions such as a pedestrian walk
Can be created by partially delineating an area outside a building entrance
with plant material, walls, mounding, and/or distinct pavement pattern
Create a space by extending the upper floors of the building over the first
floor entrance area
This space is protected from the weather and produces an interconnection
between building mass and exterior space

Figure33 Transition Space

5. Walls
Retaining and freestanding walls use to visually and functionally relate a
building to a site

Figure34 Walls
Walls extending out into the site from the building, can act like arms
reaching out and hold onto the site
This technique also diminishes the distinction between where the building
ends and the site begins
Another use of either freestanding or retaining walls is to repeat the
material in the building faade in the walls located throughout the site,
establishes visual recall and visually links the building to the other walls

2.5.9 PAVEMENT
Can be employed to unify a building and its site
Pavement material can be the same as that on the building faade as a
method for unification
To repeat the material used on the floor inside the building as a pavement
material outside the building

Figure35 Pavement

CHAPTER 3
4. LITERATURE STUDY
4.1 RESEARCH AND TRAINING CENTRE IN THE CONSTRUCTION
TRADES:
The New Research and Training Centre in Construction Trades as the first
phase of the new Campus of Orlans. The centre will allow La Cit collgiale to
almost triple its apprenticeship program, to include training in 18 high-demand
construction trades. This new building will include workshop, laboratories,
studios, and classrooms.
4.2 PROJECT DETAILS
Architects: ACDF*Architectes
Location: Orlans, Ontario,
Canada
Client: CitCollgiale
ProjectArea: 57,000sqft
Figure36 Location of
Project Year: 2009-2010
Research and Training
The Trades Centre project proposed
centre
by the architects pays special attention to
archi- tecture issues, site organization and
potential for future development. It
ensures

consistency

of

buildings

throughout the territory. Construction

quality Respect of rural identity and
recognition of the regional territory icons

and

landscape memory. The new facility will take advantage of the topography and
of the immediate site by deploying in a unique landscape and ecologic set. The
proposal aims to define a concept of unique development that perfectly
integrates its environment. It reflects a distinctive architecture while clearing the
atmosphere suitable for student life. The objectives considered in the

Figure37 Site plan of Research and Training

4.3 CONCEPT

Composition of a quality project that stands out positively in terms of

architecture, urbanism, landscape and environment;

Ensure a high visibility from the regional road during the day and night;

Ensure a strong dialogue with the natural components of the site and
landscape;

Enhance the existing streams and revitalize the banks;

Figure38 Concept of
Research and Training Center-A

Provide a comprehensive site plan management that will, over the time,
generate a consistent link with the regional landscape memories; Provide
a flexible concept that will ensure the sustainability of the project and
architectural design

Figure39 Concept of
Research and Training center -B
4.4 CONTEXT AND/OR URBAN DESIGN COMPONENTS
The richness of the different agricultural landscape strata and the richness
of the topography of the site are the starting points of our conceptual approach.
The analysis of the features of the site can see the richness of the dialogue
between the topography of the area and the new building and the contrast
between the peaceful and contemplative character of the landscape and the
dynamic movement at the cars.
Like a vegetal plate that rises above the ground, the concept proposes the
development of a sculptural planted roof, a kind of reconstituted topography
who engaged a dialogue with the horizontal natural landscape while generating
a strong sculptural presence on Route 174.
The Trades Centre project is orientated according to the frame of rows.
The position of the buil- ding highlights topographical depressions and streams.
The parking lots match with the path and are not visible from Highway 174, in
order to magnify the project and its development into the natural landscape. The

projects implementation allows further development to the North and the East
while maintaining the logical hierarchy of the main entrance first.
To highlight the horizontal nature and topography of the project, a land
form is proposed along Route 174. The land form, planted with reflectors, will
identify the project on Route 174 and mark the specific topography, landscape
and ecological aspects of the project.

4.5 INTEGRATION OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

The landscape project revolves around the existing drainage ditches on
the site. Through decades of development in the agricultural sector, streams
have remained intact and functional for collec- ting surface water from field to
river. This drainage network becomes the generating element of the design. It is
the central point around which all the formal language of the site articulates and
where all the principles of ecological landscaping emerge. These gaps prints,
such as an open hand, extend its fingers in every direction, providing texture
and atmosphere within the agricul- tural matrix. This matrix is magnified and
integrated into pedestrian circulation throughout the campus, defining areas of
building settlement, landscaped green spaces and functional spaces. The
pedestrian corridors link the future buildings crossing the green areas and
stepping over the streams through bridges.
New plantings are organized into two formal languages. The first one is
composed of indigenous pioneer plants that are settled in the ditches following
the contour lines and interacting with the existing woodlands to create, with

years, rich ecological and spatially well defined corridors. The second one is
composed of large-scale trees, planted along the agricultural frame and cutting
in a formal way the collective spaces, the functional public site, such as parking
lots and grassy areas.

4.6 INNOVATION IN ADDRESSING PROGRAM AND/OR THE

CLIENTS REQUIREMENTS
The project generates a strong sculptural presence on Highway 174 and
sets down the Trades Centre as a benchmark in the community and regional
landscape. The proposed building location allows future development to the
North and East sides while maintaining the logical hierarchy of the main
entrance at the start of the visit.
Pending further development, this is where a platform for external
outdoor courses and exhibi- tion of students projects will be installed.
The presence of the belvedere, a headland reached by a wide staircase / agora,
offers a view on the river and the landscape of the region, but also on the
platform for educational purpose (green roof, mechanical appliance).
The sculptural and aerial character of the concept can generate a multitude of
programmatic arrangements that give the project a perfect flexibility in the
process of establishing a school through an architectural competition. This will

make it possible and easy to adapt the planning of program functions, to project
future expansions while retaining the basic concept.

The

Trades

Centre

is

mainly

organized

on

one

level

and,

programmatically, is divided into two sectors: the construction sector [workshop

/ warehouse / hangar] and the education sector [admi- nistration, classrooms,
multipurpose hall and student services]. Spatially, the Centre consists of a heart
[the shed, the agora and the storage] a space of construction, discussion /
dissemination and materiality. This core is surrounded to the South by shops,
and to the North by administrative and teaching areas.
The East-West section shows the education sector, the main entrances, the
spatial fluidity and the great curtain wall facing the site and the Ottawa River.
The green roof and the access to the belvedere are also visible on it. The NorthSouth section demonstrates the relationship between the Trades Centre, Route
174 and the topography of the site. This view also explains the visual and
acoustic protection that can offer the bank while showing a breathtaking view of
the building. The natural sunlight is recom- mended for workshops.
The second level enjoys abundant natural light and offers spectacular views of
the site and the Ottawa River. Simple glass partitions are placed below the class
timber volume and represent the administrative area of the Trades Centre. This
sector is composed by the directors office, his assis- tant (e) and teachers
offices, a working and resource room, the staff lounge and a multipurpose

conference room. The construction details of the building will exhibit and
showcase construction techniques so that students can appreciate and
understand the different components required in building construction

4.7 DRAWINGS

Figure 40Ground floor of

Research and Training center

Figure 41 Second floor of

Research and Training center

Second floor plan

The East-West section shows the education sector, the main entrances, the
spatial fluidity and the great curtain wall facing the site and the Ottawa River.
The green roof and the access to the belvedere are also visible on it. The NorthSouth section demonstrates the relationship between the Trades Centre, Route
174 and the topography of the site. This view also explains the visual and
acoustic protection that can offer the bank while showing a breathtaking view of
the building. The natural sunlight is recommended for workshops.

Figure 42 Sections of
Research and Training center

Figure 43 Images of
Research and Training center

4.7 OBSERVATION:

Figure 44 Observations of
Research and Training center
4.8 LITERATURE-2 INDUSTRIAL TRAINING INSTITUTE AMRELI

Figure 45 Location Industrial Training Institute

Figure 45 Site Plan Industrial Training Institute

I.T.I. Amreli was established in 1963 with 6 trade and 168 sanctioned seats
matching with an Industrial growth of Amreli and nearby areas the sanction
seats where increased as per requirement of Industries. The institute running in
three shifts having a total capacity of 856 sanction seats against which 849 are
undergoing training in 16 NCVT and 03 SCVT pattern of trades. Institute is

having 13 acre of land and its own building which includes 27 no. of staff
quarters and hostel facility for trainees having capacity to accommodate 100
trainees. Total built up area is 8604 sq. mt.
4.8.1 INFRASTRUCTURE DETAILS

Figure 46 Infrastructures of Industrial Training Institute

4.8.2 LEARNING RESOURCES:

Audio-Visual aids, Computers, Multimedia projector screen. AudioVideo Cassettes, Books, Furniture, LCD and Dish TV, Vehicle Etc.
Project to increase the number of female trainees in your courses:
By introducing the regular courses suitable and prefers by female
students.
By introducing short term courses.
By giving 100% stipend, Learning materials & books to female students.
linkages with the local or with external labour market:
By arranging seminars/ workshops/meeting
By requesting the industries and labour union to give their suggestions to
bridge the skill gape.
Continuing Support from Industry:
Representative and leaders of industries association and Chairman of
IMC has assured to co-operate for the overall development of institute. At
present the representative of industries are involved as a member of IMC.
Training of Teaching Staff:
As most of the teaching staff recruited are not trained earlier.
Qualification of recruited staff is Diploma in appropriate branch. Hence, it is
necessary to train the the teaching staff in technical area to cope up with the
new technology and in the field of pedagogy & principle of teaching to make
the courses content easy and simple to complex. Also, to boost these activities,
it is necessary to depute the teaching staff in industries for on the job training.
Training of Non-Teaching Staff:
As the administrative and accounting work of the project is having its
own norms, non teaching office staff should be trained accordingly. Also a
training programme for Spoken English and communication skill, use of
Computer and other modern Office equipments should be arranged to make the
administration easy, smooth and time bound.

Also a training programme for Teaching / Non teaching staff should be arranged
to train for good disciplined behavior. Which ultimately will improve the
environment of institute.
Equipment:
Equipments for BBBT are made available from existing trades and
Equipments for Advance module and trades to be upgraded will be Procured as
per norms.
Linkages with the local labour market:
Seminar/ workshop/meeting at a regular interval may be held.In which
labour members of labour union, Labour officer, Industrialist, Employment
officer, Labour contractors will be invited to analyze skill requirements and
action to be taken.
Same procedure may be adopted for outside the locality
Feedback from passed out trainees who are actually in job.

4.8.3 CONSTRUCTION SKILL TRAINING CENTRE (CSTC)

Director of Employment and Training, Gandhinagar take steps to provide
construction vocational training in Gujarat started Construction Skills Training
Centre (CSTC). CSTC will develop a trained workforce through structured
training.
With Globalization, Indian Construction Industry is now open to the
world, resulting in a growing demand for world-class quality workmanship and
deployment of latest technologies in both the materials used and the methods of
construction. This is mainly due to the need to complete projects at reduced
cost, coupled with speed and safety. This turn demands a drastic increase in
productivity of men and machines, which can be achieved only by imparting
intensive training to workmen and equipping them with the required knowledge
and skill in construction.

Realising all this, Director of Employment and Training, Gandhinagar take

steps to provide construction vocational training in Gujarat started Construction
Skills Training Centre (CSTC). CSTC will develop a trained workforce through
structured training.

4.8.4 OBJECTIVES
To prepare the construction workforce to meet the imminent explosion in
the demand for world class construction in terms of quality of workmanship and
productivity.
To classify training requirement and to set standards to monitor
occupational levels of competency of the technicians to be deployed in
construction.
To disseminate knowledge and appropriate skill practices through
recognized systems of training, testing and certification to validate levels
of competency.
To facilitate training by setting up modular training schools with well
defined infrastructure and curricula.
To serve the social objective of harnessing to raw power of multitude of
Indian youth into a trained and focused construction workforce of world
class standards.

4.8.5 SANCTION SEATS ON ROLL

1. BAR BANDING & STEEL
2. FIXING
3. PLUMBING & SENITARY
4. FORM WORK & CARPENTRY
5. SCAFFOLDING
6. ELECTRICAL & WIREMAN

Bar Bending & Steel Fixing

Scaffolding

Plumbing & Sanitary

Formwork & Carpentry

Electrician & Wireman

Figure 47 Trade Images of Industrial Training Institute

CHAPTER 4
3.1 CASE STUDY-1
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF CONSTRUCTION, HYDERABAD, INDIA
NAC OVERVIEW:
Since its inception in the year 1998, National Academy of Construction
has emerged as a distinctive institution and one of its kind for providing training
and development of all types of construction resources, technologies and
methodologies for fast track completion of projects.
National Academy of Construction (NAC) has emerged as an apex body
for development of all types of construction resources, technologies and
methodogies for fast track completion of projects. Registered as a Society and
incorporated as a Public Charitable institution in September 1998, it is
managed by a Board of Governors with the Honorable Chief Minister of Andhra
Pradesh as its Chairman and Honorable Minister for Roads and Buildings as
Vice Chairperson
The Advanced Skill Training Institutes consists of Administrative Block,
Classrooms, Staff rooms, Boys and Girls Hostels, Staff Quarters, Play Area,
Auditorium and Amphitheatre etc.

3.2 Location

Figure 48 Location of National Academy of Construction

3.3 PROJECT DETAILS

Client: Government of Andhra Pradesh
Architects: Charles Correa Associates
Location: Cyber bad, Hyderabad Andhra Pradesh, India
Project Area: NAC 100 acres,
Project Year: 1998
3.3.1 SITE PLAN

Figure 49 Site Plan of National Academy of Construction

3.3.2 SITE VIEW

Figure 50 Site View of National Academy of Construction

3.4 NATIONAL ACADEMY OF CONSTRUCTION (NAC)

Spread over 46.46 acres of prime of land in Hyderabad, allotted by the Government of
Andhra Pradesh NAC conducts all construction lead related training programmes under one
roof. It houses eight constituent units covering all sectors of the Construction Industry. The
campus has an auditorium with 500 seating capacity, seminar halls, class rooms, hostel
blocks, dormitory, Quality Control and Testing Laboratory for construction materials, Post
Graduate Block Workshops etc. The Institution runs based mainly on voluntary contributions
of Builders Association of India of Andhra Pradesh chapter.

Figure 51 Hierarchy of National Academy of Construction Campus

3.4.1 CONSTRUCTION TECHICIANS TRAINING INSTITUTE (CTTI)
is one of them and is
actively involved in imparting high
class

training

in

construction

engineering trades like Masonry,

Bar bending, Plumbing, Electrical
and House Wiring, Formwork
Carpentry, Welding etc. relevant to
the construction industry.

Figure 51 Key Plan of NAC Campus

Training methodology, norms & standards

(a) Having determined the training needs of the construction industry, as
explained above, the training in construction engineering trades imparted by the
ctti is based on modular employable skills (mes) syllabus. nac conducts training
through three levels of skills and competency, as defined below:

(b) Skill level iii - competency in performing a limited range of routine and
predictable tasks relevant to the trade under expert supervision.

(c) Skill level ii - competency in performing a wide range of tasks related to the
trade in a wide variety of contexts, most of which may be non-routine and
unpredictable. The individual should be capable of shouldering considerable
responsibility of controlling, supervising and guiding others in his trade.

(d) Skill level i- competency in performing a significant range of tasks relevant

to a trade in a limited variety of contexts, some of which may be non-routine.
The trainee should be capable of individual responsibility and autonomy.

Figure 52 Trade images of NAC

3.4.2 CONTRACTORS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE

Contractors Development Institute (CDI) is a constituent unit of National
Academy of Construction (NAC) parented by Builders Association of India,
A.P. Centre. CDI is a unique training institute in entire Asia established in the
year 1999, to train contractors, builders, engineers, architects, technical, nontechnical staff and new aspirants of construction business in disciplines of
managerial, financial, contractual, techno-logical and commercial etc. The CDI
striving hard to professionalize the construction industry by providing perennial
capacity building processes such as diversified training programmes,
workshops, seminars, conference etc, to all the stake holders of construction

industry. CDI has trained more than 5000 candidates in the above areas from the
day of its inception.
The institute has ventured in to training of need of the hour areas of
industry i.e. green building technologies and management practices, affordable
housing and infrastructure, latest trends international construction business etc.
The institute conducted and conducting many workshops and seminars on
burning problems like VAT (Sales Tax on work Contract), Provident Fund, ESI,
Labor laws, Contract Act, Arbitration and latest technology in construction
industry from time to time.
3.4.3 HOUSING DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (HDI)
Housing Development Institute (HDI) has been established with the aime
to cater to the needs of the Housing Sector, especially in the Low Cost Housing
and "To be a Center of excellence for adaptive research in areas of Cost and
Time effective methods of construction in Housing Sector". It is parented by
Andhra Pradesh Housing Board & Housing Corporation Ltd and City &
Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd. Housing Development
Institute (HDI) provides training in the categories of General work supervisors,
Land Surveyors, Store Keepers and Total Station Surveying for construction
industry. It also conducts training through short term courses (part-time) in
Masonry, Plumbing & Sanitation, Bar bending, Electrical & Housing Wiring,

Painting & Decoration (who got minimum of 2years experience in the concern
trade).
3.4.4 INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
The Institute of Architecture & Design has been established to promote
Architectural Education and Practice ranging from Environmental Design and
Planning.

Training Methodology, Norms & Standards

Having determined to the training needs of the construction industry, as
explained above, the training in construction engineering trades imparted by the
IAD is based on Modular Employable Skills (MES) syllabus- Govt.Of India
Presently we run following short term courses:
Manual drafting & AutoCAD
Autodesk Rivet
3DSMAx and Photoshop

3.4.5 WATER AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (WRDI)

Conducting Training Programs in areas such as
Rain Water Harvesting
Rural Safe drinking water supply
Hygiene & Sanitation for children and women
Irrigation water management and sociology
Water shed development for harvesting techniques
Empowering Women for Sustainable tomorrow
3.4.6 TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE TRAINING INSTITUTE (TITI)
The parental organization for TITI is the Central Road Research Institute,
New Delhi. It is established for designing of transport systems such as
Highways and Express ways for all kinds of users. TITI also designs special

training modules in Flexible and Rigid Pavement designs, Highcom, Bridge

Construction, Retrofitting, and Environmental Impact Assessment for Highway
Projects etc.
Orientation programme on Rural Road, Construction and maintenanace of
WBT, BT, CC Roads, Traffic surveys etc. Orientation programme on
preliminary survey, BBD Survey, Project Preparation and appraisal, Quality
Control methods and measures. Latest Technologies and machinerys and
materials in Roads. Rehabilitation and maintenance of roads.

3.4.7 CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MATERIALS RESEARCH

INSTITUTE (CMRI)
CMRI has been established mainly to conduct research on the
developments in construction materials and methods, which could help
enhancement of quality of materials and methods used for construction.
CMRI is involved in the collection of technical papers, articles, books
and manuals related to Construction materials. Articles & lecture notes have
also been prepared on the topics such as Cements, Aggregates of Concrete, and
Admixtures for Concrete, Fly ash, and Blended Cements and so on Publication
work of Manual on Quality In General Construction has also been initiated by
CMRI.
Workshops and Seminars on industry oriented topics such as Quality
Concrete and Mix Design, OPS Vs Blended Cements, Newer Building
Materials for Cost Effective Construction and much more have been organized
and conducted by CMRI. As a part of dissemination of useful information on
innovative methods and materials. CMRI organizes various training
programmes, workshops and seminars at National and International Level.
3.5 INFRASTRUCTURE
The NAC was established at the initiative of the Government of Andhra
Pradesh for bringing overall development in the standards of the Construction

Industry in India. The Government of A.P has allotted land spread over 46.46
acres for constructing the NAC campus. The facilities at the NAC campus
consists of

3.5.1 AUDITORIUM:
With a capacity to seat 500 persons having modern acoustics, projection
and Public Address system.It is centrally air-conditioned. Adjacent to the
Auditorium is a dining hal

3.5.2 SEMINAR HALLS

The Seminar Halls with different seating capacities with all the necessary
facilities provides ample choice for conducting programs. The halls are of
capacity to accommodate 100 persons, 80 persons and 40 persons. They are airconditioned with required projection and public address system.

3.5.3 CLASSROOMS
There are eleven classrooms with a sitting capacity of 40 students.Two of
these are having A.C facility.

3.5.4 BOARD ROOM

They are ideal for holding meetings of
Senior officials. They can accommodate 25-30
persons. Both have A.C facility.

3.5.5 NAC RESIDENCY

Provides accommodation which is closet
to the venue. It gives a choice to select
either

air-conditioned

or

non

air-

conditioned accommodation. The rooms

are spacious and well furnished, with 24

hours water supply including hot water. There are 54 AC rooms and
96 Non-AC rooms
3.5.5

PARKING

AREA

UNDER

THE

DISPLAY CENTRE
There is adequate parking area which can
accommodate about 100 cars.

3.5.6 CANTEEN
The

NAC

canteen

caters

to

the

requirements of the staff and students of NAC

and its Constituent Units and senior officers from
Government

Departments

and

construction

companies undergoing short term and long term

training at the NAC. The NAC canteen also
extends catering services for the Seminars/ Conferences being conducted at the
NAC
3.6 SERVIVES

Figure 52 Services images of NAC

Figure 53 Services images of NAC

Figure 54 Images of NAC

3.6 THE HYDERABAD INTERNATIONAL TRADE EXPOSITION LTD

The Hyderabad International Trade Exposition Ltd. (HITEX) is located
within the NAC campus spread over an area of 100 acres with good
connectivity. HITEX at present has
LOCATION:

Figure 55 location Hitex

Strategically located in South East Asia, HITEX is well connected with
major Capital Cities of the World.
In India, Hitex is located in Cyberabad, the burgeoning business hub of the
Hyderabad City. This gives it easy access from all parts of the country with
maximum of 2 hrs flying distance from all major cities.
It is around 12.5 kms from Shamshabad Airport and 10 kms from City Centre
and Star Hotels, giving all the convenience that the exhibitors and delegates
need.
SITE PLAN

Figure 56 Site plan Hitex

 Three indoor Exhibition halls

Open Exhibition Area
Trade Fair Office Building
Entrance Plaza
Car Parking

3.6.1 OVERVIEW
The objective of an International Trade Exposition is to provide facilities
of International Standard to all major National and International exhibitions.
The Expo has become a landmark in India, becoming the first temperature
controlled modern exhibition center.
HITEX is a world-class venue with state-of-the-art facilities for
international exhibitions, conferences, trade shows and corporate events in
India.
Together with its comprehensive modern facilities, team of expert
professionals, advanced technological capabilities, unique flexibility and
services of the highest standards, HITEX impresses organizers and clients alike.
Which explains why meeting planners consistently give us their best rating?
Meticulous service is another hallmark of HITEX; we ensure that each
aspect of your event goes smoothly, down to the last detail.
HITEX unfolds tremendous opportunities for international Players to
converge at this dynamic destination and explore newer dimensions, establish
partnerships and venture to take business to greater heights.
HITEX houses a large array of facilities and services that make it a onestop resource, providing the right setting for your events.
3.6.2 HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CENTER
3 A/C exhibition halls each of 3500 sq. m (37,660 sq. ft) area.HITEX
envisages adding 5 more halls of 3500 sq.m in future.

An open display area spread over 32,825 sq. m (353,197 sq. ft) supplements the
indoor display area and facilitates for showcasing large machinery and
equipment in the open ambience.
Trade Fair Office that offers hosts of services and includes of meeting
rooms, organizer's office, VIP lounge, media centre and also houses services
including a business centre, a restaurant, travel and forex centre, bank ATM, car
rentals, florist, photo studio, etc. It also houses permanent offices of
international exhibition organizers and exhibition service providers like clearing
and forwarding agents, stand contractors, and more Open car park to
accommodate around 1200 cars.

3.6.3 PROMOTERS
Hitex is promoted and managed by the most professional and lead player
in the Indian corporate world and specialists in infrastructure provision and
town planning.
L&T Infocity Ltd
A Company promoted jointly by Larsen & Toubro Ltd.
(L&T) and Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure
Corporation (APIIC), for developing and managing high-end Information
Technology Parks (HITEC City)
National Academy of Construction
An institution established by the Government of Andhra
Pradesh for the development of Construction Industry

Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority

An agency constituted by Government of Andhra Pradesh
for Development of the Metro agglomeration of
Hyderabad

Department of Tourism
Andhra Pradesh Governments department monitoring
and promoting Tourism in the state
Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation
An authority constituted by Government of Andhra
Pradesh to meet the socio-economic needs of the citizens
of Hyderabad and for better standards of living
3.6.4 FACILITIES
3.6.4.1 EXHIBITION HALLS
HITEX offers 3 large air-conditioned exhibition halls of 3500 sq.m
(37,660 sq.ft) each that meet the highest discerning international standards and
provide comprehensive and flexible layouts of space.
Each of these halls are premium column-free structures for customized
settings to offering endless possibilities for all types and sizes of exhibitions and
events. While the 19.5 m high ceiling of these halls permit high fascia and
facilitate easier stall erection, its heavy-duty flooring has a good loading
capacity of 50KN/sq.m to withstand display and demonstration of heavy
machinery. The intricate steel structure ceiling of these halls facilitates display
hangings above the stalls in the exhibition.

Figure 56 Interior of Hitex

The halls come with exhaustive range of amenities such as power, water,
telecommunications, compressed air system and rest rooms with special
provision for the physically challenged.

Figure 57 Floor Plan of Hitex

The wide service area along these halls aid quick and easy movement of
exhibits and equipment in and out of the halls.The Centre also offers adequate
space for storage within the exhibition halls.

5 new exhibition halls 3500 sqm each will be set in the next phase.

Detailed Specifications:

3.6.4.2 OPEN EXHIBITION AREA

Complimenting the state-of-the-art indoor exhibition halls is the open
exhibition area of 33000 sq.m with perimeter lighting and power supply at
HITEX.
This outdoor display area is ideal for setting up displays of huge machinery and
equipment.

Figure 58 Exterior images of Hitex

3.6.4.3 MEETINGS & CONFERENCE FACILITY

HITEX offers conference facilities with capacities ranging from 20 to
over 2000 people to suit varied requirements.
The facilities comprise of well equipped 3 large conference rooms, 3
small conference rooms, 3 open conference halls, board room, press room, VIP
lounge and organisers office to facilitate the event.
The huge exhibition halls at HITEX can be converted into conference venues
with customized settings for large conferences, seminars and training
programes.

3.6.4.4 Entrance Plaza

The Centre has a covered wide
spread entrance plaza that has
registration
counters

booths,
and

ticket

information

kiosks for hassle-free entry of

a large turnout of visitors and for efficient administration. These booths and
counters come with data connectivity to facilitate online registrations,and are
also equipped with Telecom / Intercom facilities.The entrance plaza also offers
centralized Public Address System and Car Hailing System.

3.6.4.5 TRADE FAIR OFFICE

The trade fair office at HITEX extends
wide range of key facilities and services for
smooth conduct of large shows that match global
standards.

From well appointed conference / meeting rooms, advanced business center,

bank to travel and Forex center, the trade fair office offers all the support the
prgaiz3ers and event managers need for conducting successful events.
3.6.4.6 SUPPORT FACILITIES FOR ORGANIZERS/EXHIBITORS
Conference Halls
Meeting Rooms
VIP Lounge
Press Room
Camp

Offices

for

Organizers/Exhibitors

One-stop services to Exhibitors / Visitors

Restaurant
Business Centre
Travel & Forex Centre
Courier & Car Rental Office
Florist
3.6.4.6 PARKING AREA
HITEX parking is the biggest in the
city having a capacity to house 2500
cars approximately.
This is located in the close proximity
of the Exhibition Space.
The centre also offers separate car parking zone for organizers near the Trade
Fair Office.

3.7 DESIGN OBSERVATION

Figure 59 Design Observation

CHAPTER 5
5. SITE AND DOCUMENTATIONS AND ANALYSIS:
5.1 LOCATION

Figure 60 Location of proposal site

Location:
Site area:

chengalpattu,chennai
37 acres

Topography: flat
Vegetation: green cover and shurb
Climate: Warm Humid
Temperature: 37C
Feature mount presented in
Relative Humidity: 63%

East side of the site

5.2 SITE ANALYSIS

Figure 61 Site Analysis

5.3 SITE PHOTOS

Figure 62 Site Photos

CHAPTER 6

6. DESIGN PROCESS AND CONCEPT

6.1 DESIGN INTENTIONS AND PROGRAM DISTRIBUTION

Figure 63 Design Intentions

Figure 64 Design Process

6.2 SPACE AND ACTIVITY ANALYSIS

Figure 65 Activities And Space Analysis

6.3 CONCEPT AND IDEAS

Figure 66 Concept and Ideas-A

Figure 67 Concepts and Ideas-B

Figure 68 Concepts and Ideas-C

Figure 69 Concepts and Ideas-c