COURSE INFORMATION Course Title: BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY I

Code	Course Type	Regular Semester	Theory	Practice	Lab	Credits	ECTS
ARCH 253	B	3	2	2	0	3	5

Academic staff member responsible for the design of the course syllabus (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature)	NA
Main Course Lecturer (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours:	Prof.Dr. Sokol Dervishi sdervishi@epoka.edu.al , Tuesday 16:00-17:00
Second Course Lecturer(s) (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours:	M.Sc. Nerina Baçi nbaci@epoka.edu.al
Teaching Assistant(s) and Office Hours:	NA
Language:	English
Compulsory/Elective:	Compulsory
Study program: (the study for which this course is offered)	Integrated second cycle study program in Architecture (5 years)
Classroom and Meeting Time:	A 127
Code of Ethics:	Code of Ethics of EPOKA University Regulation of EPOKA University "On Student Discipline"
Attendance Requirement:	N/A
Course Description:	Concepts of building, architectural technology and building technology. Introduction of building as a process and a product with the systems approach. Interrelations of users, environment and building system, and the analysis of environmental factors and performance properties of building in this contexture. Introduction of building sub-systems. Structural system and system components in building, and building structural systems. Functional building elements: external envelope, internal sub-division and vertical circulation. Sub-structure and interaction between building and ground. Service systems. Building production systems. Exercise – Studio Work: Analysis and synthesis of building system by drawing and modeling.
Course Objectives:	The main objective of the course is to develop un understanding of building construction, infrastructure, building system and structure, materials technology, building services and maintenance as well as concepts on building energy studies.

BASIC CONCEPTS OF THE COURSE

1	construction elements
2	structure
3	construction materials

COURSE OUTLINE

Week	Topics
1	History, concepts of building related to construction technology. Interaction of user environmental-building and introduction of environmental factors and expected performance characteristics in this context.
2	Building System, construction. Load bearing systems, basic structures
3	Soil Investigation, Soil Improvement, excavation support systems
4	Types of foundation-shallow- deep foundations, categories.
5	Wall constructions-Functional requirements, wall systems, bricks and blocks, building blocks, massive wall, Masonry walls, columns, plasters and arches.
6	Cavity walls, solid walls, stone masonry walls, timber framed walls, timber walls
7	Floors, functional requirements, Concrete ground floors, floor surface finishes, suspended timber ground floors, upper floors, reinforced concrete upper floors.
8	Roof Systems, roof slopes, reinforced concrete roof slabs, structural steel roof framing
9	Truss types, space frame, metal roof decking, roof sheathing, wood trusses
10	Moisture and thermal protection, wood shingles, thermal insulation, insulating materials, insulating walls, moisture control, ventilation, movement joints
11	Stairs, Functional Requirements, Dimensions, types of stairs
12	Stairs, Timber staircase, reinforced concrete staircase
13	Doors and windows, door operation types of doors-metal, wood, glass doors
14	Doors and windows, window operation, types of windows-metal, wood, glass windows

Prerequisite(s):	no
Textbook(s):	Building Construction Illustrated, The construction of buildings
Additional Literature:	Scientific papers, notes
Laboratory Work:	yes
Computer Usage:	Adobe Photoshop, Autodesk AutoCAD, sketch-up, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint presentation
Others:	No

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

1	Able to understand the main factors considered in the layout of new construction
2	Know the principal construction techniques, systems and subsystems, and understanding the materials used in the construction phase
3	Able to be equipped with a practical knowledge of the construction principles and develop an ability to recognize quality, reliability and good design in construction work

COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES (Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution)

No	Program Competencies	Cont.
Integrated second cycle study program in Architecture (5 years) Program
1	Speaking and Writing Skills Ability to read, write, listen, and speak effectively
2	Critical Thinking Skills Ability to raise clear and precise questions, use abstract ideas to interpret information, consider diverse points of view, reach well-reasoned conclusions, and test them against relevant criteria and standards
3	Graphics Skills Ability to use appropriate representational media, including freehand drawing and computer technology, to convey essential formal elements at each stage of the programming and design process
4	Research Skills Ability to gather, assess, record, and apply relevant information in architectural course work
5	Formal Ordering Systems Understanding of the fundamentals of visual perception and the principles and systems of order that inform two- and three-dimensional design, architectural composition, and urban design
6	Fundamental Design Skills Ability to use basic architectural principles in the design of buildings, interior spaces, and sites
7	Collaborative Skills Ability to recognize the varied talent found in interdisciplinary design project teams in professional practice and work in collaboration with other students as members of a design team
8	International Traditions Understanding of the International architectural canons and traditions in architecture, landscape and urban design, as well as the climatic, technological, culture-economic, and other cultural factors that have shaped and sustained them
9	National and Regional Traditions Understanding of national traditions and the local regional heritage in architecture, landscape design and urban design, including the vernacular tradition
10	Use of Precedents Ability to incorporate relevant precedents into architecture and urban design projects
11	Conservation and Restoration of Historical Districts Knowledge on historical districts and the gain of conservation consciousness documentation of historical buildings and the understanding the techniques which are needed to prepare restoration projects.
12	Human Behavior Understanding of the theories and methods of inquiry that seek to clarify the relationship between human behavior and the physical environment
13	Human Diversity Understanding of the diverse needs, values, behavioral norms, physical ability, and social and spatial patterns that characterize different cultures and individuals and the implication of this diversity for the societal roles and responsibilities of architects

COURSE EVALUATION METHOD

Method	Quantity	Percentage
Midterm Exam(s)	1	20
Project	1	40
Final Exam	1	30
Other	1	10
	Total Percent:	100%

ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)

Activities	Quantity	Duration(Hours)	Total Workload(Hours)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours)	16	4	64
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	2	28
Mid-terms	1	2	2
Assignments	1	2	2
Final examination	1	3	3
Other	1	26	26
Total Work Load:			125
Total Work Load/25(h):			5
ECTS Credit of the Course:			5

CONCLUDING REMARKS BY THE COURSE LECTURER

Course should be followed in at least 70 % of the lectures. Projects are of a crucial importance.