Spring 2024 - ARC041 Introduction to Building Construction - Introduction.pdf

Spring 2024 - ARC041 Introduction to Building Construction - Introduction

1. Introduction
Dr. Yasser Mahgoub
ARC041 Introduction to Building
Construction
T H E F U T U R E S T A R T S H E R E
S p r i n g 2 0 2 4

2. Week Topic CLOsActive Learning Points SWL
1
19-2
Introduction to Structural Methods
Overview of structural engineering
Basic principles and terminology
Pasta Structures
2
26-2
Introduction to Structural Methods
Introduction to different structural methods
Pasta Structures 7
3
4-3
Fundamental Concepts of Load Distribution
Understanding loads and forces
Principles of static equilibrium
Bridge 7
4
11-3
Fundamental Concepts of Load Distribution
Analysis of different types of loads
Tower 7
5
18-3
Surveying for Building Construction
Basics of surveying techniques
Importance of accurate measurements in construction
Measurements 7
6
25-3
Surveying for Building Construction
Application of surveying in building projects
Building survey 7
7
1-4
Midterm Exam 20 7
8
8-4
Building Construction Fundamentals
Construction materials and techniques
Construction materials: concrete, wood, mud … 7
9
15-4
Building Construction Fundamentals
Foundation systems and their role in structural stability
Structural components in building construction
Foundations and Structures 7
10
22-4
Site visit to a Building Under construction Site visit report 7
11
29-3
Integration of Spatial, Visual, and Environmental Performance
Importance of spatial design in buildings
Visual aesthetics and their impact on building design
7
12
6-5
Integration of Spatial, Visual, and Environmental Performance
Environmental considerations in construction
7
13
13-5
Final project
Application ofknowledge gained throughout the course to solve a real-world problem in structural
engineering and building construction.
7
14
20-5
Final project (cont.) 7
15
27-5
Final project (cont.) 7
Total 100 105

4. Basic Structural Elements

5. Basic Structural Elements

6. Basic Structural Elements
•The basic structural elements can be reduced to those which are:
•Linear
•Columns
•Beams

11. Basic Structural Elements
•The basic structural elements can be reduced to those which are:
•Surface
•Walls
•Slabs

12. Basic Structural Elements
•The basic structural elements can be reduced to those which are:
•Spatial
•Facade Envelope
•Core
•Building as System

25. General Structure and Lateral Forces

27. Foundation

28. Base Beam and Slab

29. Superstructure –Column

30. Brick Masonry Work

31. Lintel Over Door Window Gaps

32. Floor Slab or Roof Structure

33. Floor Slab or Roof Structure

34. Doors and Windows

35. Electrical and Plumbing

36. Electrical and Plumbing

37. Electrical and Plumbing

38. Electrical and Plumbing

39. Electrical and Plumbing

40. Electrical and Plumbing

41. Exterior Finishing

42. Electrical and Plumbing

43. Interior Finishing: Walls, Floors and Ceiling

44. Interior Finishing: Walls, Floors and Ceiling

45. Interior Finishing: Walls, Floors and Ceiling

46. Interior Finishing: Walls, Floors and Ceiling

47. Interior Finishing: Walls, Floors and Ceiling

48. Interior Finishing: Walls, Floors and Ceiling

49. Interior Finishing: Walls, Floors and Ceiling

50. Interior Finishing: Walls, Floors and Ceiling

51. Terrace and Roof Finishing

52. Woodwork and Fixture Fittings

53. Waterproofing

54. Waterproofing

55. Waterproofing

56. Painting Work

57. Painting Work

58. Painting Work

59. Reinforced Concrete Video

60. Sites:
•https://civiconcepts.com/blog/building-construction-
process-steps
https://youtu.be/vbrQaQltVRA?si=7z0MILhKHMvef1sX