ARCHITECTURAL THESIS CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page
Approval Sheet
Acknowledgement
Abstract
CHAPTER I - THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
1.1. General Introduction
1.2. Background of the Study
1.3. Historical Background
1.4. Statement of the problem
1.5. Significance of the problem (study)
1.6. Project Goals and Objectives (study)
1.7. Architectural Objectives
1.8. Scope and Delimitation
1.9. Justification of the study
1.10. Definition of Terms
1.10.1. Contextual Definition
1.10.2. Operational Definition
1.10.3. Architectural Definition
1.11. Acronyms and Abbreviations
1.12. Conceptual Framework
CHAPTER II - RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1. Research Methodology
2.2. Research Framework
2.2.1. Introduction
2.2.2. Data Gathering
2.3. Data Analysis Methodology
2.3.1. Conceptualization of the project
2.3.2. Case Study and Research Analysis
2.3.3. Architectural Programming
2.3.3.1. Macro Site Analysis
2.3.3.2. Micro Site Analysis
2.4. Conclusion
2.5. Recommendation
2.6. Design Execution
2.7. Research Paradigm
CHAPTER III TERMS OF REFERENCES
3.1. Review of Related Literature
3.1.1. Non-Architectural Topics
3.1.2. Architectural Topics
3.2. Architectural Case Study
3.2.1. Local Case Study 1
Project Name:
Project Architect:
Location:

3.2.2.

Project Description/Facilities
Plans/Illustrations
Findings and Conclusions
Recommendation/Application to the Present Study
Local Case Study 2
Project Name:
Project Architect:
Location:
Project Description/Facilities
Plans/Illustrations
Findings and Conclusions
Recommendation/Application to the Present Study
3.2.3. International Case Study
Project Name:
Project Architect:
Location:
Project Description/Facilities
Plans/Illustrations
Findings and Conclusions
Recommendation/Application to the Present Study
3.3. Findings and Conclusion
3.4. Recommendation
Chapter IV Relevant Laws and Ordinances (Legal Basis)
4.1. Local
4.1.1. Non-Architectural Laws (RA)
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
4.1.2. Environmental Laws and Ordinances (RA)
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
4.1.3. Local City Ordinances
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
4.1.4. Proclamations and Policy Statements
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
4.1.5. Presidential Decrees
Relevance to the Study/Purpose:
4.1.6. Building Code
4.1.7. Accessibility Code
4.1.8. Other Standards (DPWH, DOH, etc.)
4.2. International
Chapter V Data Presentation & Analysis
5.1. Site Inventory
5.1.1. Site Selection
5.1.1.1. Site Selection Criteria
5.1.1.2. The Site Selection Process and Evaluation
5.1.1.3. Site Justification
5.2. Macro-site Analysis
5.2.1. Development Plan

5.2.2. Physical Profile

5.2.2.1. Geographical Location
5.2.2.2. Transport Linkages
5.2.2.3. Topography
5.2.2.4. Physiography
5.2.2.5. Slope
5.2.2.6. Soil
5.2.2.7. Suitability of Site in its general environment
5.2.2.8. Drainage
5.2.2.9. Geologic Hazards
5.2.2.10.Climate
5.2.2.11. Waste Management
5.2.2.12. Infrastructure and Utilities
5.2.2.13. Tourism
5.2.3. Socio-Economic Profile
5.2.3.1. Demography
5.2.3.2. Projected Population
5.2.3.3. Education & Educational Facilities
5.2.3.4. Sports and Recreation
5.2.3.5. Roads and Transport
5.3. Micro Site Analysis
5.3.1. Micro Site Data and Analysis
5.3.1.1. Location
5.3.1.2. Land Area
5.3.1.3. Accessibility
5.3.1.4. Land Use
5.3.1.5. Topography and Slope Analysis
5.3.1.6. Geology and Soil Analysis
5.3.1.7. Climate Analysis
5.3.1.7.1. Sun Path
5.3.1.7.2. Wind Path
5.3.1.7.3. Relative Humidity
5.3.1.8. Visual Analysis
5.3.1.8.1. Viewpoints
5.3.1.8.2. Sound Quality
5.3.1.8.3. Light Quality
5.3.1.9. Natural Features
5.3.1.10.Ecology and Vegetation
5.3.1.11.Utilities
5.3.1.11.1. Water
5.3.1.11.2. Communication
5.3.1.11.3. Power
5.3.2. Site Maps, Photos, and Description
5.3.3. SWOT Analysis
5.4. Summary of Site Analysis
5.4.1. Composite Site Analysis
5.4.2. Land Allocation and Distribution
5.4.3. Conceptual Site Analysis / Site Dev

CHAPTER VI. Architectural Programming

6.1. Users Analysis
6.1.1. Users General Information
6.1.1.1. Major Users
6.1.1.2. Minor Users
6.1.1.3. Population/Demography/Statistics
6.1.2. Users Identification
6.1.2.1. Chart- Users, Functions, Activities
6.2. Needs Analysis
6.3. Behavioral Analysis
6.4. Organizational Chart
6.5. Space Programming
6.5.1. Spatial Programming (Quantitative & Qualitative)
6.5.2. Interrelationship of Activity and Spaces
6.5.2.1. Matrix Diagram
6.5.2.2. Schematic Diagram
CHAPTER VII. ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS
7.1. Structural System
7.2. Electrical System
7.3. Mechanical System
7.4. Fire-fighting System
7.5. Sanitary System
7.5.1. Water Supply System
7.6.2. Sanitary Drainage
7.6.3. Storm Drainage
7.6. Waste Management System
7.6.1. Solid Waste Management
7.7. Landscaping System
7.7.1. Plantscaping
7.7.2. Accessibility and Way Finding
7.8. Security Systems
CHAPTER VIII-DESIGN FRAMEWORK
8.1. Design Philosophy
8.2. Design Concept
8.3. Sub-concepts
8.3.1. Form Concept
8.3.2. Function Concept
8.3.3. Time Concept
8.3.4. Economy Concept
8.4. Style Guiding Principle
CHAPTER IX-MANNER OF FINANCING
9.1. Sources of Financing
9.2. Probable Construction Cost
9.3.1. Land Cost
9.3.2. Building Cost
9.3.3. Site Development Cost

9.3.4. Miscellaneous Cost

9.3.5. Total Project Cost
9.4. Income Generating Facilities
CHAPTER X-FINDINGS AND CONCLUSION
10.1. Findings
10.2. Summary
10.3. Conclusion
10.3.1. Conclusion on findings
10.3.2. Conclusion on this study
CHAPTER XI-RECOMMENDATION
11.1. Recommendation