Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : PA4303 : Advanced Building Construction { 3-1-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Mr. Ankur Baghel
Syllabus
Module 1
Introduction to space structures, possibilities in different materials, types of space
structures and possibilities in different materials to cover large spans
Module 2
General study of shell structures and folded plate structures in concrete, their types,
construction aspects, merits and demerits etc
General study of grid structures and skeletal structures, space frames, domes etc. In steel,
their types, construction aspects, merits and demerits etc
Module 3
General study of suspension structures & catenary structures
Membrane structures and pneumatic structures - types, materials used, merits, demerits
and examples
Module 4
Precast concrete - design considerations and constraints, advantages over cast in situ
construction, construction technique, joinery details and application
Modular coordination, RCC fabricated roofing system to cover large span with or without
north light, construction of basement in R.C.C
Study of pre-stressed concrete, principles and methods of pre-stressing, systems of prestressing, advantages, disadvantages and applications.
Module 5
Temporary structures - materials and techniques used, constructional aspects using timber
and steel general study of construction techniques to cover large spans using short length
timber and laminated timber materials, lamella roofing, portal frames, solid beams and
web beams.
Module 6
High-rise building - foundation, structural systems and architectural design considerations
Earthquakes and its effect on buildings, earthquake zones in India, architectural design
considerations and constructional detailing for earthquake resistance.
Course Objectives
- To learn the advance techniques of construction in building architecture and to be <br />able to apply these learning in solving the architectural construction problem
Course Outcomes
1. The broad education necessary to understand architecture in a global context – techno-economic, <br />environmental, socio-cultural, and political <br />2. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning <br />3. An ability to use techniques, skills, and technology for architectural practice <br />4. An ability to apply knowledge of architecture <br />5. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
Essential Reading
- Salvadorri, M. G., and Heller, R. A., Structures in Architecture (2nd Revised edition), NJ: Prentice Hall.
- John Chilton, SPACE GRID STRUCTURES, Architectural Press
Supplementary Reading
- Beedle, L.S., Advances in Tall Buildings., Wiley.
- Barry, R, The Construction of Buildings, Vol.1-5., Orient Longman Ltd