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Architectural Design Basics

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Interest and Aptitude for Spatial and Creative Thinking

  • Level 1 - Beginner
  • Course Code: 26GPA102

Architectural Design Basics

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This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of buildings and architecture through a simple, engaging, and exploratory approach. It familiarizes learners with the purpose, components, and basic design principles of buildings, helping them understand how architecture responds to human needs and environmental conditions

The course focuses on developing an understanding of how buildings function and adapt to different climates, cultures, and uses, with emphasis on basic structural stability, materials, and spatial planning. Through hands-on and interactive learning methods such as sketching, model-making, brainstorming, and simple design exercises, students are encouraged to think creatively and explore elementary eco-friendly building ideas.

  • To introduce the fundamentals of Java programming language.
  • To understand object-oriented programming concepts using Java.
  • To develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • To enable students to write, compile, and execute basic Java programs.

  • CO1 - Explain basic programming concepts and Java language features.
  • CO2 - Apply object-oriented programming principles to develop Java programs.
  • CO3 - Develop simple Java applications using control structures, classes, and exception handling.

Day Topic Sub-Topic No. Sub-Topic Title Detailed Contents
Day 1 Introduction to Java 1.1 Overview of Java History, features, applications of Java
1.2 Java Environment JDK, JRE, JVM
1.3 Structure of Java Program Class structure, main method
1.4 Data Types and Variables Primitive & non-primitive data types
1.5 Activity: Building Observation Identifying building types and components in surroundings
Day 2 Structure, Materials & Drafting 2.1 Principles of Structural Stability Load transfer, balance, basic structural behavior
2.2 Scale and Measurement Sketching, blueprints, technical drawings
2.3 Structural Elements Importance of scale, proportion, basic measurements
Day 3 Climate, Culture & Styles 3.1 Climate and Architecture Hot, cold, humid, dry climates and design responses
3.2 Cultural Influences Culture, traditions, history influencing architecture
Day 4 Space Planning & Design 4.1 Functional Spaces Living room, kitchen, bedroom, workspace – functions
4.2 Spatial Organization Zoning, circulation, space efficiency
Day 5 Sustainable & Smart Architecture 5.1 Introduction to Sustainable Architecture Concept, importance, benefits
5.2 Green Building Technologies Solar panels, rainwater harvesting, natural ventilation
5.3 Smart Building Concepts Automation, energy efficiency, digital controls

  • Book 1: "Architecture: Form, Space, and Order" – Francis D.K. Ching
  • Book 2: "Why Buildings Stand Up: The Strength of Architecture" – Mario Salvadori

Know your Mentor Contact Number Email Id Teaching Experience (in Yrs.)
Ar. Bhavna Sharma 9814996777 Bhavna.e17418@cumail.in 4 Years

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