The course introduces the student to the principles and fundamentals of building design and construction. Topics include the basic concepts of structural systems, materials and foundations according to building loads and soil characteristics. The course presents the basic units of wall construction systems and clarifies the different methods of building insulation. In addition, the course introduces the philosophy of life cycle sustainability assessment of buildings.
Prerequisite(s)
none
Corequisite(s)
none
Special Requisite(s)
Minimum points for (D-) letter grade: 35 out of 100.
Instructor(s)
Assist. Prof. Dr. ERDAL COŞKUN
Course Assistant(s)
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Schedule
Wednesday 9:00-12.50
3B 8-10
Office Hour(s)
2D18
Tuesday 10:00-11:50
Teaching Methods and Techniques
-Computer aided presentations, discussion.
Principle Sources
- Building Construction: Principles, Materials, and Systems. Mehta (2009). Pearson.
Other Sources
- Building Construction Illustrated . Francis D.K. Ching (2000). John Wiley.
- Building design and construction handbook. Frederick S. Merritt, Jonathan T. Ricketts (2000). McGraw-Hill.
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Introduction to building construction: Building construction and building technology, building design and implementation process and the role of architects in building design and construction.
Computer aided presentations
2. Week
Introduction to Materials and Methods of Construction.Building Codes.
Computer aided presentations
3. Week
Soils, definition and classification, soil explorations, foundations, types of foundations, insulation of foundations and basements
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO-2
Ability to formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
PO-3
Ability to design a complex systemi process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired results; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PO-4
Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and Solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
PO-5
Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investing complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
PO-6
Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PO-7
Ability to communicate effectivley, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instruction.
PO-8
Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
PO-9
Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
PO-10
Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
PO-11
Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Prepares the details of a building system in scale. (SKILL)
LO-2
Gains knowledge of the building sector. (KNOWLEDGE)
LO-3
Recognizes modern construction methods and building materials and applies them correctly. (SKILL)
LO-4
Recognizes and follows sectoral fairs. (SKILL)
LO-5
Prepares and presents a group project related to the building sector. (SKILL)
