ARCHITECTURAL CONSTRUCTION: MATERIALS & METHODS

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 ARCHITECTURAL CONSTRUCTION: MATERIALS & METHODS

COURSE SUMMARY
To enable students understand the role of materials and methods of construction. The primary focus is on
their properties and their intrinsic relationship to structural systems and environmental performance. Stu
develop a fundamental understanding of the relationship of materiality to construction systems and techni
building materials are manufactured, and how a material’s modular form, dimensions and intrinsic qualitie
the design process and will also know how to select different material usages for different parts of a struct
Students will acquire knowledge on different types of loads acting on a structure and types of structures. O
successful completion of this course, student should be able to select the use of appropriate material for di
parts of the structure.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this subject, the students should be able to:
Identify types of building Materials and their classifications.
Label the components of a building and to select a suitable foundation for a structure.
Describe the types of masonry wall, bonds used and process of plastering.
Select an appropriate type of flooring for ground and upper floor based on their usage.
Analyze a structure under different load combination.
Explain the concept of a load bearing structure and a framed structure.

DELIVERY PLAN

TOPIC: Overview of the Subject

No. of CLASSES: 1

TOPIC: Building Materials

SUB-TOPICS: Classification types and application of materials
No. of CLASSES REQUIRED:08
GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G1
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Have a through review of your ecosystem.

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

See and identify all the building materials in your eco system and analyze them.
Find alternative materials.
Summarize how building materials are manufactured.
Describe the usage of materials.

TOPIC: Components of Building

SUB-TOPICS: Foundation and its types, Damp proof course, Site and soil preparation.
No. of CLASSES REQUIRED: 10
GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G2
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF
UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES
Classify the types of foundations
Identify the right type of foundation for different type of soil
Explain the need for Damp proofing and termite proofing
Describe the method of site preparation and soil preparation

TOPIC: Masonry
SUB-TOPICS: Brick and stone masonry, Load bearing walls, cavity walls, partition walls and surface finishin

No. of CLASSES REQUIRED:10

GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G3
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Understand the types of bonds used in brick masonry
Understand the types of stone masonry
Explain the various types of walls
Describe the importance of plastering and its composition

TOPIC: Floor and roof construction

SUB-TOPICS: Types of flooring and roof, Lintel and Arches, Stairs.
No. of CLASSES REQUIRED: 14
GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G4
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Understanding the choice of flooring materials
How to select the roofing system based on their functional aspect
Design concrete mixes - Based on Principles of Mix Design - IS and ACI Method.
Compare types of lintels, arches used
Discuss the type of stair to be used as per the floor plan

TOPIC: Structural system and Loads

SUB-TOPICS: Various types of loads , Earthquake force.
No. of CLASSES REQUIRED: 09
GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G5
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Understand the types and effects of different loads on a structure
How to choose different structural system for a building
Study of building behavior under Seismic load
Case Study on failure of a structure due to seismic force
TOPIC: Types of Structures
SUB-TOPICS: Load bearing structure, Framed structure, Pre fabricated and Cast in situ Structures.
No. of CLASSES REQUIRED: 8
GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G6
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Analyze and study different types of structures
Precautions to be taken during post construction
Relate the type of structure for a specific use
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of various type of structures

TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSES: 60

LEARNING RESOURCES
TEXTBOOKS
S.C.Rangwala,Building Construction, Charotar Publishing house, 30th Ed., ISBN-13: 978-9380358154
S.K.Duggal,Building Materials, New Age international Publishers, 4th Ed., (2012) ISBN : 978-81-224-3379-
Dr.B.C.Punmia, Ashok Kumar Jain, Building Construction,Laxmi; Tenth edition (2008) ISBN: 978813180428
M. S. Shetty, Concrete Technology (Theory And Practice), S. Chand Publishing, [ISBN:9788121900034]
A. M. Neville, Properties of concrete, Wiley New York [ISBN: 978-0-582-23070-5]

REFERENCE BOOKS
M.Gambir, NehaJamwal,Building Materials Products, Properties and systems, McGraw Hill Education (India
Limited. ISBN: 9780071077606
S.C.Rangwala, Engineering Materials,Charotar Publishing house, 29th Ed., ISBN 9789385039119
Dr.V.L.Sha,Dr.S.R.Karve, Illustrated Design of Reinforced Concrete Buildings, Structures Publications, 6th Ed

WEBSITES
www.nicee.org
www.bmtpc.org

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENTS
Assignment on - Identification and analysis of various building materials in your ecosystem.
Model making - types of bricks and bond types.
Assignment on - Building materials and its uses in structure.
Presentation on Components of Building and different types of flooring and roofing.
Detailed Report - My home- floor plan, materials used and finishing.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Guest Lecture-Civil Contractor.
Site visit to brick manufacturing industry.
Field trip to Ready mix concreting plant.
Field trip to residential Project, Coimbatore.
Inhouse workshop on usage of surveying equipments in construction.

FACULTY DETAILS
S.Sriram, M.E.,
 BUILDING COMPONENETS AND MATERIALS

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 BUILDING COMPONENETS AND MATERIALS

COURSE SUMMARY
This course deals with the role of materials used in construction, different components of building and me
construction. The primary focus is on materials, their types, their properties and their intrinsic relationshi
structural systems and environmental performance. Students will develop a fundamental understanding o
building componenets from foundation level to the roof level. Also they can understand relationship of mat
construction systems and techniques, how building materials are manufactured, and how a material’s mod
dimensions and intrinsic qualities influence the design process and will also know how to select different m
usages for different parts of a structure. Students will acquire knowledge on recent advances in building m
successful completion of this course, student should be able to select the use of appropriate material for di
parts of the structure.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this subject, the students should be able to:
Understand the different types of foundation and to select a suitable foundation for a structure.
Become aware of the building components.
Identify types of building Materials and their classifications.
Describe the types of masonry wall, bonds used and process of plastering.
Explain the concept of a load bearing structure and a framed structure.
Develop a knowledge on recent advances in building materials.

DELIVERY PLAN

TOPIC: Overview of the Subject

No. of CLASSES: 1

TOPIC: Introduction
SUB-TOPICS: Components of building - Foundation-Meaning, Functions, Types –Shallow – stepped, inverted
grillage, cantilever. Deep – pile, pier, well. Masonry units – Meaning, Components and functions – Walls, Flo

No. of CLASSES REQUIRED:08

GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G1
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Understand the different types of foundation.
Select suitable foundation for a given soil.
Summarize different types of masonry units.
Explain about walls, floors and roofs.

TOPIC: Components of Building

SUB-TOPICS: Beams, Columns, Lintels, Arch, Staircase ,Lift and Escalators – Meaning, Technical terms and T

No. of CLASSES REQUIRED: 9

GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G2
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Classify the types of beams and columns
List the different types of staircases ,lift and escalators.
Select the suitable staircase for a given structure.
Understand the technical terms used in the building components.

TOPIC: Building Materials

SUB-TOPICS: Building Materials –Stone, Brick, Cement, Sand, Timber, Steel, Plastic and Concrete – Classifica
Qualities and Uses.
No. of CLASSES REQUIRED:9
GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G3
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Understand the types of building materials used in construction
Classify the types of Stone, Cement, Sand, Timber , Steel , Plastic and Concrete.
Explain the properties and qualities of different building materils.
Select a appropriate type of cement to use in different atmospheric condition

TOPIC: Masonry
SUB-TOPICS:Masonry – Plastering, Mortar, Stone masonry – rubble and ashlar. Brick masonry – Header, Str
English and Flemish.
No. of CLASSES REQUIRED:9
GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G4
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF

UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Understand the types of bonds used in brick masonry
Understand the types of stone masonry
Explain the various types of mortars used in construction
Describe the importance of plastering and its composition

TOPIC: Types of Structures

SUB-TOPICS: Methods of construction – Framed structure and Load bearing walls, Prefabrication, cast – in
advances in building materials.
No. of CLASSES REQUIRED: 9
GROUP LEVEL OUTCOMES LINKED:G5, G6
PREPARATORY WORK MATERIAL: Study material in the ARF
UNIT LEVEL OUTCOMES
Analyze and study different types of structures
Understand the concept of prefabrication and cast in-situ.
Relate the type of structure for a specific use
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of various type of structures
Learn about recent advances in building materials.

TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSES: 45

LEARNING RESOURCES
TEXTBOOKS
S.C.Rangwala,Building Construction, Charotar Publishing house, 30th Ed., ISBN-13: 978-9380358154
S.K.Duggal,Building Materials, New Age international Publishers, 4th Ed., (2012) ISBN : 978-81-224-3379-
Dr.B.C.Punmia, Ashok Kumar Jain, Building Construction,Laxmi; Tenth edition (2008) ISBN: 978813180428
M. S. Shetty, Concrete Technology (Theory And Practice), S. Chand Publishing, [ISBN:9788121900034]
A. M. Neville, Properties of concrete, Wiley New York [ISBN: 978-0-582-23070-5]

REFERENCE BOOKS
Ostrow.J. (2001), Painting rooms, Rockport publishers, USA.
Clifton.c.etal, (1995), The Complete Home Decorator, Conran octopus Ltd, London.
Spancer, H. and Churchill, (1990), Classic English Interiors, Anaya Publishers Ltd, London.
Innes,J. (1990), Exterior Detail, Collins and Brown Ltd, London.
Love.G. (2000), Insideout, Conron octopus Ltd, London.

WEBSITES
https://nptel.ac.in/courses/105102088/
https://theconstructor.org/building/types-of-building-materials-construction/699/
http://www.understandconstruction.com/building-materials.html
https://www.metropolismag.com/ideas/preservation/materials-building-components-modern-buildings
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_building_materials
http://www.yourhome.gov.au/materials
www.nicee.org
www.bmtpc.org

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENTS
Model Making- Different types of foundation.
Picturization - Types of beams, Columns, Lifts, Staircases and Escalators.
Collection - Building materials available in the market
Presentation on Stone masonry and Brick masonry
Detailed Report - My home- floor plan, materials used and finishing.

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Guest Lecture-Civil Contractor.
Site visit to Shopping Malls in coimbatore
Guest Lecture-Cost Effective management of building materials.
Field trip to residential Project, Coimbatore.
Field trip- load bearing and framed struture building project

FACULTY DETAILS
Sureshkumar P, M.E.,