UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS

COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE

Building Technology 3
Course Specifications
AY 2021 – 2022

Course Code: ARC1127 Year Level: 3 Term: 1 Mode of Delivery: Online – Synchronous Faculty:
Course Description: Rationale: Focus Competency:
Construction methods and This course is designed to This course will be delivered through the At the end of this course, the students are
drawings of a medium-rise advance the knowledge of the design and production of construction expected to demonstrate understanding of
structure in reinforced student on the production of working drawings for a low to mid-rise design and construction methods using
concrete and masonry working drawings, building structure. steel, masonry and reinforced concrete of
materials and conventional a low to mid-rise structure.
construction methods.
Hours/Week Lecture: 2 Studio: 3 Course Units: 3 Class/Consultation Schedule: See class schedule
Course Abbrev. ARC1121 and ARC1122
Pre-Requisite(s)
Course Title Building Technology 2 and Building Utilities 2
Course Objectives
This course aims to:
1. Demonstrate to the students the conventional methods and principles in construction using steel, masonry and reinforced concrete through illustration
and drawing production;
2. Enhance the students’ understanding and techniques of the working drawings and details in communicating architectural design.
Value Aims:
Guided by the University’s three C’s (competence, compassion and commitment), a Thomasian education hones our student to become life-long learners
and analytical and creative thinkers showing resourcefulness in making personal and professional decisions and show interest in continuous upgrading of
competencies required by the profession.
Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs) Teaching Learning Activities (TLAs) Assessment Tasks (ATs)
At the end of the course the student should be able to:
LO1.Demonstrate competence in translating architectural designs  Class discussions, exercises and self-  Plates /esquisses
into working drawings; managed application
LO2.Demonstrate understanding of the essential concepts and  Gapped lecture and visual notes  Plates /esquisses
principles or reinforced concrete in the design of substructures and
 Refresher notes  Final examination
superstructures including foundation systems and floor framing;
LO3.Demonstrate competence in the effective use of standard  Demonstration, identification and  Plates /esquisses
drafting conventions in the production of working drawings; and presentation  Preliminary exam
LO4. Demonstrate knowledge in creating accurate and detailed  Visual notes, demonstration and exercises  Plates /esquisses
drawings of specific components of a building in reinforced concrete  Demonstration, identification and
and steel construction. presentation

Course Plan
Teaching and Weight to
Connected Outcomes- Based
Module Week Course Content Learning Activities Module
Los Assessment (OBA)
(TLA) to ILO
1.0 Architectural design drawings for a low/mid-rise structure  Gapped lecture 25
Week 1-4 Communicating the design of a low or mid- 1,2,3 Formative Assessment: and visual notes
(Aug 9-14 rise structure including a basement and a Esquisse/consultations:  Refresher notes
to Aug 30-4) roof deck  Site development  Class discussions,
plan on cover page exercises and self-
Aug 21 The working drawings shall show plan  Floor Plans managed
(Ninoy layouts, enclosures, shafts, vertical  Elevations application
Aquino Day) penetrations, fenestrations and structural  Sections
elements using appropriate graphic  Demonstration,
Aug 30 standards and necessary references, identification and
presentation
(National measurements, specifications and
Heroes Day) annotations.

2.0 Foundation, floor and roof systems for a low/mid-rise structure  Gapped lecture 25
Week 5-8 Communicating the structural layout of the 1,2,3 Formative Assessment: and visual notes
(Sept 6-11 substructure and superstructure. Esquisse/consultations:  Refresher notes
to Sept 27-  Foundation plan  Class discussions,
Oct 2) The structural plans shall show call outs and  Floor framing plans exercises and self-
specifications for structural elements and  Roof framing plan managed
indicate floor openings, shafts and vertical application
penetrations, shafts and graphic standards
and necessary references, measurements,  Demonstration,
specifications and annotations. identification and
presentation
 Week 9 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS 3 Summative 15
(Oct 4-9) (Departmental Examination) Assessment:
Final Architectural and
Structural Plan
Working Drawings
3.0 Architectural and Structural details and concept  Gapped lecture
Relevant details of building components showing its attachment and manner of construction in relation and visual notes
to the structure.
 Refresher notes
3.1 Week 10-12 Structural details: Sizing and reinforcing the 2,3,4 Formative Assessment: 5
(Oct 11-16 reinforced concrete structural members of the Plate / Esquisse  Demonstration,
to Oct 25- substructure and superstructure in  Mat footing / footing identification and
30) accordance with the architectural design and details presentation
structural composition.  Retaining wall and  Visual notes,
Oct 27-Nov shear wall details demonstration and
2 (Undas These details shall be drawn in a convenient  Column details exercises
Break) bigger scale and may require more than 1  Beam and slab
drawing to communicate the components (eg. details
a plan and a section; an elevation and a  Truss diagram,
section, etc.) steel truss details
and spot details
3.2 Week 13-14 Architectural details: Communicates a 2,3,4 Formative Assessment: 5
(Nov 1-6 to particular or unique part of the designed Plate / Esquisse
Nov 8-13) structure. The detail may be a part or a  Stair details
representative of a multiple occurrence in the  Railing details
building relevant to the overall design.  Canopy details
 Eaves and roof
These details shall be drawn in a convenient edge details
bigger scale and may require more than 1  Plant boxes and
drawing to communicate the components (eg. ledge details
a plan and a section; an elevation and a  Parapet wall details
section, etc.)  Other relevant
building design
feature
3.3 Week 15 Architectural Bay Section: A detailed section 2,3,4 Summative Assessment: 5
(Nov 15-20) of a structure showing architectural elements Plate / Esquisse
therein including references, material  Architectural bay
specification callouts and measurements. section

Week 16 Asynchronous / Thesis Deliberations

(Nov 22-27)
3.4 Week 17-18 Structural concept: three-dimensional 2,4 Summative Assessment: 5
(Nov 29 - representation of the structure showing how Plate / Esquisse
Dec 4 to the structural members are proportionally  Structural concept
Dec 6-11) sized, arranged and composed.

Dec 30
(Bonifacio
Day)

Dec 8
(Immaculate
Conception)
Week 19 FINAL EXAMINATIONS 2 Summative Assessment: 15
(Dec 13-18) (Departmental Examination) Scope: Modules 1-3
Required readings

Course Rating
Grade % Distribution Final Grade Computation Requirements
Module 1 25% Module 1 (0.25) + 1.1. Course requirements
Module 2 - 25% Module 2 (0.25) + 1.1.1. All plates / esquisses
Preliminary Exams 15% Module 3 (0.20)+ 1.1.2. All examinations
Module 3 - 20% Preliminary Exams (0.15)+ 1.2. Common plate requirements
Final Exam - 15% Final Exam (0.15) 1.2.1. Four (04) - storey building with basement and roof deck
_____ = Final Grade 1.2.2. Consider the use of reinforced concrete structure with a mat footing,
100% retaining wall, shear walls and steel trusses.
1.3. Drawing materials
*The average of all plates. 1.3.1. 20x30 paper shall be used for all final plate output
esquisses or activities 1.3.2. Drafts for consultation must be done on a clean sheet of paper
shall be considered per 1.3.3. Final output may be done in ink or a mix of ink and pencil.
module. 1.4. Online submission. Refer to your respective instructors for your official and
alternative modes of submission.

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 Grading System References
Equivalent Allen, E. (2016). Architectural Detailing” Function, Constructability, Aesthetics. Wiley,
Grade Description
Grade Woboken, USA.
96-100 1.00 Excellent
American Institute of Architects. (2017). Architectural Graphic Standards Twelfth Edition,
94-95 1.25 Very Good Hoke, J. Ed, Hoboken, New Jersey, USA.
92-93 1.50 Very Good
Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines. (2010). National Structural Code of
89-91 1.75 Good the Philippines Sixth Edition. Manila. As retrieved in
87-88 2.00 Good https://www.academia.edu/40507034/NSCP_2010_6th_Edition_Clear_Copy
84-86 2.25 Good
Ching, F. (2014). Building Construction Illustrated, 5th edition, John Wiley & Sons: New
82-83 2.50 Fair Jersey. As retrieved in https://www.academia.edu/31761487/Wiley_Building_
79-81 2.75 Fair Construction_Illustrated_5th_ Edition_Feb_2014_ISBN_1118458346_pdf

75-78 3.00 Passed Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. (2014). Building Construction Handbook 10th edition. Routledge,
Below 75 5.00 Failure Oxon. As retrieved in https://www.academia.edu/34867528/Building_
Construction_Handbook
FA Failure due to absences
WP Withdrew w/ Permission Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. (2016). Building Construction Handbook 10th edition. Routledge,
New York.
WF Withdrew w/o Permission
Attendance: Taranath, B. (2010). Reinforced Concrete Design of Tall Buildings. CRC Press: USA. As
Late. Arrived 30 - 59 minutes from the start retrieved in https://civilenglineering.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/reinforced-concrete-
of class. 3 lates = 1 absence design-of-tall-building.pdf
Absent. Arrived 60 minute (1 hour) from
the start of class. Taranath, B. (2017). Tall Building Design: Steel Concrete and Composite Systems. CRC
Remarks
Press: USA.
Online Class: Refer to Online Class
Guidelines 22 June 2020 Architectural and structural working drawing references

Maximum Absences = [ 3 ] Lecture video Links: Refer to respective instructors

Program Outcomes
A graduate of the B.S. Architecture program shall be able to, and/or, be knowledgeable with the following:
1. Keep abreast with the developments in the field of architecture practice.
2. Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino.
3. Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
4. Recognize the Professional, Social, and Ethical responsibility.
5. Create architectural design solutions by applying knowledge in History, Theory, Planning, Building Technology and Utilities, Structural Concepts and
Professional Practice.
6. Use concepts and principles from specialized fields and allied disciplines into various architectural problems.
7. Prepare contract documents, technical reports and other legal documents used in architectural practice adhering to applicable laws, standards and
regulations.
8. Interpret and apply relevant laws, codes, characters and standards pf architecture and the built environment.
9. Apply research methods to address architectural problems.
10. Use various information and communication technology (ICT) media for architectural solutions, presentation, and techniques in design and
construction.
11. Acquire entrepreneurial and business acumen relevant to Architecture practice.
12. Involvement in the management of the construction works and Building administration.
13. Participate in the generation of new knowledge such as pioneering concepts and ideas of site and building designs beyond the regular physical and
location boundaries and contexts.

Institutional Intended Learning Outcomes

1. Exemplify the values of a Thomasian in the built environment industry.
2. Engage in productive collaboration with different stakeholders and effectively express innovative ideas for the betterment of the nation.
3. Prepare learned design solutions that are globally relevant to societal issues.
4. Exhibit preparedness and rigor to become a professional who ensures disciplinal relevance and professional development.

Course Policies
1. A student, who cheats in any form for any school work/activity or plagiarizes shall be given a grade of 5.00 for the course and shall no longer be re-
admitted the following term to the program.
2. A student shall be graded based on the output submitted and not on the effort exerted. Submission/Completion of all requirements for a course shall
not guarantee a passing mark.
3. Submissions of any course work/activity shall be based on the deadlines set at the start of the work/activity. Submission shall include the uploading of
an electronic copy of the work/activity to the student portfolio as provided by the EdTech. A student is allowed to submit earlier than the deadline and
thereafter start on the next course work/activity. A student who submits earlier than the deadline shall be allowed to edit and resubmit the work/activity
if the student is given a failing grade. However, resubmission should be within the deadline and shall not guarantee a passing mark. A student who
submits any course work/activity after the deadline shall receive a grade of 5.00 for the course work/activity.
4. A student who is sick during the deadline of submission of any school work/activity is required to email all his/her accomplishment to the faculty on the
deadline day accompanied by a medical certificate. If the student is unable to do the said requirement, the student shall submit an explanation letter
endorsed by the course facilitator to the Dean’s Office for approval.
5. Only on meritorious cases upon the written approval of the Dean shall a student be allowed to submit beyond the deadline.
6. Quizzes/Examinations shall be taken by the students based on the scheduled date. Only on exceptionally meritorious cases, upon the written approval

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 of the Dean shall a student be allowed to take a quiz/examination on a different date.
7. Completion of incomplete grades shall be within the 1st week of classes in the succeeding term and shall be graded accordingly. If a student fails to
complete the course requirements within the 1st week of classes, the student shall receive a grade of 5.00 for the course. Only on meritorious cases
shall a student be allowed to complete beyond the deadline upon the written approval of the Dean.
8. Class Decorum
 Online class shall be treated as a regular class.
 The faculty shall start the class with a short prayer.
 Stay in a conducive and quiet space at home during the online class.
 Turn off the application microphone unless recognized to speak.
 The camera shall always be turned on unless allowed by the faculty to be turned off.
 Students shall not move around the house or do other activities while the class is ongoing.
 Proper decorum during the entire conduct of class shall be observed. Students shall not eat, lie on the bed or couch/sofa while the class is ongoing.
 Courtesy and respect shall be maintained. Students shall properly respond to the course facilitator’s query when required.
 Communication gadgets shall not be used during the class.
 Students shall be properly groomed and wear Type B uniform or a plain white collared shirt.
 Students shall communicate their course concerns to the faculty or the Dean’s Office thru their Blackboard course sites or thru email and not on
social media.
9. The Guidelines for Online Classes, Online Examinations and other guidelines that may be issued by the Office of the Dean shall be an integral part of
this Course Policies.

Prepared by: Approved by:

Emmanuel M. Plan Rodolfo P. Ventura

Course Coordinator Assisting Faculty Dean
Date: August 2, 2021 Date:
Verified by:

Marlon M. Cariño
Assistant Dean
Date:

Felicisimo A. Tejuco, Jr.

Library Coordinator
Date:

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