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	More courses in Architecture ! ARC 322 Theory of Architecture (4) _{3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (4+0)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100} Course Contents The course traces the development of architectural thought in the second half of the 20th century and beyond and its effects on local architecture, A study of architectural spaces in the local tradition and its influences on local contemporary architecture, An introduction to design principles, Concepts and considerations in cultural and civic centers etc … References: Charles Jencks, Modern Movements in Architecture, London: Academy Ed., Pub., 1989. Charles Jencks, Architecture to day, London: Academy Ed., Pub., 1994. Dennis Doordan, Twentieth Century Architecture, Hong Kong: King Pub., 2001. ARC 324 Architectural Criticism & Project Evaluation _{3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - ArchitectureHrs/Week: [(1+2) + (0+0)] Marks: [(40+35+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75} Course Contents The course emphasizes the multiplicity of architectural thinking. It introduces the theoretical approaches of contemporary architectural thoughts. The course discusses concepts of integration and comprehensiveness in architectural solutions, Principles of architectural criticism and techniques of evaluating projects are discussed. References: Robert Venturi, Complexity and Contradictions in Architecture, New York: Dover Publications, 1971. Siegfried Gideon, Space, Time and Architecture. The Growth of a New Tradition, Boston, Mass, MIT Press, 1974. Wiebenson Dora, The Architectural Theory from Alberti to Ledoux, New York: The Museum of Modern Arts Publications, 1978. Alan Greenhalgh, Imitation and Innovation, London: Academy Ed., Pub., 1988. Aldo Rosse, Architecture, Theory and Criticism, Boston, Mass, MIT Press, 1989. ARC 341 Computer Applications (2) _{3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+2)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (50+25+25)] = 100} Course Contents Introduction to computer as decision support tools through two main approaches: Mathematical modeling and CAD virtual building modeling. Mathematical modeling is achieved through using the spreadsheet programs .Topics include: Basic principles, Entering data/ranges/selecting, Editing and formatting, Data processing, Functions and formulae, Navigating worksheets and workbooks, Creating hyperlinks, Using analysis, Applying protection and adding comments and making data validation. While CAD virtual building modeling is achieved through the use of 3D programs. Topics include: Basic concepts and tools for creating an object oriented 3D virtual model and how to refine it. Also, A variety of ArchiCAD's output capabilities as: Printing and plotting architectural drawings, Quantity calculation, Shaded view creation, Photo-realistic rendering, Sun studies, Animation "fly throughs" virtual reality and panoramic scenes. References: Microsoft Excel Manual: Arrays, Functions and Macro, Microsoft Corporation, 1990. Selected Software, Drafting Packages, CAD Tools, Latest Ed. ARC 351 Working Drawings (1) _{3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (Cont.)Hrs/Week: [(0+6) + (0+6)] Marks:[(0+60+0) + (150+60+30)] = 300} Course Contents The course aims to introduce the basics of detailed execution drawings. Exercises on the preparation of detailed location and assembly drawings including detailed sections, Detailed space drawings and assembly drawings for the coordination between different professions, In addition to signs, Symbols and information systems. References: Seely, I.H., Building Technology, Macmillan, London, 1993. Keith Styles, Working Drawing Handbook, Oxford: Butterworth, Heinemann, 1995. Rosen, H.J., Architectural Materials for Construction, McGraw Hill, New York, 1996. Engel, Heino, Structure Systems, Verlag Gerd Hatje, Ostfildern- Ruit, Germany, 1999. ARC 352 Specifications & Quantity _{3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(2+3) + (0+0)] Marks:[(90+35+0) + (0+0+0)] = 125} Course Contents Introduction to the writing of specifications documents presented with working drawings as part of the contract documents, General and special conditions of the job, Defining the scope of work and detailed descriptions of items and materials, Quantity surveying (rules and methods), Check listing the finished work and detecting faulty items. References: محمد زكى حواس, فن البناء المعاصر, مكتبة عالم الكتب, 1979. عبد اللطيف أبو العطا, الموسوعة الهندسية, دار ماجد للطباعة, 1984. ARC 361 Environmental Design & Energy Conservation _{3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - ArchitectureHrs/Week: [(0+0) + (1+2)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (40+35+0)] = 75} Course Contents An introduction to the energy conservation in buildings, As one of the most important goals of the ecological trend in architecture, Through studying: The inefficient energy consumption in contemporary architecture, The principals of green architecture and its role in energy saving. Types of fossil and renewable energy resources, The application of solar energy in the passive design of buildings. Design techniques for passive cooling and passive heating, Analyzing applied examples. Optimizing the integrated application of each: Passive, Low- energy and active cooling methods in building design to achieve maximum efficiency in energy conservation. References: Wright, D., Natural Solar Architectural, A Passive Primer, Litton Educational Publishing, 1978. Brawn, G. Z.; Sam, Wind and Light, Architectural Design Strategies, John Wiley and Sons Inc., 2000. Barid, G., The Architectural Expression of Environmental Control Systems, Spon Press, London, 2001. ARC 411 Architectural Design (4) _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+10) + (0+0)] Marks:[(125+75+50) + (0+0+0)] = 250} Course Contents The objective of forth year architectural design subject is how to deal with large projects which cover urban studies, Buildings relations in layout and to design each building individually. This course process goes through, Similar projects analysis, Preparation of preliminary program, Picking out the design and planing criteria, Circulation … etc. Point of stress in design projects will be on urban design, Landscape, Zoning. Hierarchy of space according to its size and Importance. Entrances pedestrian and car circulation design concept, Structural concept and environmental effect of the building. All should be submitted in plans, Elevations, Sections, Perspectives and models. This demonstrating the student ability in presenting his final design and concept. References: Selected References, Manuals, Catalogues, Data Books, Latest Ed. ARC 412 Architectural Design (5) _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Urban Planning & Design (1st Term) Hrs/Week: [(0+6) + (0+0)] Marks:[(75+55+20) + (0+0+0)] = 150} Course Contents The course aims at developing the students abilities in designing multifunctional buildings on sites with certain potentials and limitations. Emphasize urban integrations with surrounding environment. Projects with special complex environments and problems: Urban and rural, Neighbourhood, Centers with emphasis on circulation networks integrated with open urban spaces. References: Selected References, Manuals, Catalogues, Data Books, Latest Ed. ARC 413 Housing in Developing Countries _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - ArchitectureHrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150} Course Contents Introduction to the housing issues in developing countries which is characterized by rapid growth of towns and cities, Restructuring of traditional modes or dwelling and inhabitation, Different ways of planning and organizing the built environment and introducing different processes and production in the building sector. Course Objectives: To introduce major housing issues and problems at all scale levels (from the global to the very local i.e. dwelling level). To discuss new and emerging concepts, Methods and tools to face new challenges in the housing sector in developing countries, The course is an introduction to housing in developing countries: Concepts and issues. The schools of thought in housing issues. Housing system typologies, Housing system and housing policy evolution in Egypt, Housing and economic aspects, Case studies in selected context. References: Rapoport, A., Human Aspects in Urban Form, Pergamon Press, Oxford, 1977. Turner, J. F. C, Housing by People, Towards Autonomy in Building Environments, Marian Boyars, London, 1979. Aboesh, Ibrahim M., Housing Policies in Developing Countries Between Theory and Practice, Ain Shams University, 1991. Ettouney, S. and Abdelkade, N., Notes on Housing and Physical Planning, Al Araby Press, 1992. ARC 421 Humanities in Architecture _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - ArchitectureHrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150} Course Contents The course aims at introducing the role of human factors in the design process - highlighting the behavioural and psychological dimensions in architecture through the study of visual, Social, Psychological and perceptual influences of people and place. Incorporating the behavioural sciences as a set of design priorities in designs generated from a better understanding of human References: Moore, G., Environment Behaviour Studies, McGraw Hill, 1979. Abel Chrio, Architecture and Identity, Architectural Press, 1986. Bird Alexander, Philosophy of Science, John Shand, UCL Press, 1988. ARC 422 Contemporary Vernacular _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - ArchitectureHrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150} Course Contents This course emphasis at the prevailing issues of the contemporary vernacular architecture, Using the induction analytical method: Defining contemporary architecture, Its features ideologies and its relationship with international architectural schools, The main features and points of references in this course, The depate between intellectual and cultural variables affecting the local, Political and social issues are to be argued, Within variable examples and case References: Jenks, C, What is Post Modernism, Academy Edition, London, 1986. Jenks, C, Architecture Today, Academy Group Ltd., London, 1993. روز، مارجريت, ما بعد الحداثة, الهيئة المصرية العامة للكتاب، القاهرة, 1994. ARC 451 Working Drawings (2) _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+8) + (0+0)] Marks:[(100+80+20) + (0+0+0)] = 200} Course Contents The studio work aims at prepaing the student to complete a drawing documents set of a preliminary design project and to apply previous courses knowledge gained from with an emphasis on methods of constructions and high technology working details and materials to produce a whole set of drawings including electrical and plumbing drawings. References: Seely, I.H., Building Technology, Macmillan, London, 1993. Keith Styles, Working Drawing Handbook, Oxford: Butterworth, Heinemann, 1995. Rosen, H.J., Architectural Materials for Construction, McGraw Hill, New York, 1996. Engel, Heino, Structure Systems, Verlag Gerd Hatje, Ostfildern- Ruit, Germany, 1999. ARC 452 Advanced Technical Installations _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - ArchitectureHrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150} Course Contents The course aims at gaining familiarity with new techniques used in advanced technological systems in buildings (alarm systems, fire fighting systems, communication systems, air conditioning systems, electronic control systems), Basic concepts are illustrated. Materials and technical installations are addressed with its influence on contemporary architecture and applications. References: Seely, I. H., Building Technology, Macmillan, London, 1993. ARC 461 Housing _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(2+4) + (0+0)] Marks:[(75+50+25) + (0+0+0)] = 150} Course Contents Definition of housing and its different level, The environmental impact on different housing types. Managing and financing housing projects people participation in housing projects. Definition, Needs and selection criteria for different target groups, Development phasing for housing clusters, Design criteria and constrains for grouping the residential units and services. References: Payne, G., Low Income Housing in the Developing World, Liverpool University Press, 1986. Forbes Davisdson and Geoff Payne, Urban Projects Manual, Liverpool University Press, 1996. ARC 471 Feasibility Studies & Project Management _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(1+2) + (0+0)] Marks:[(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75} Course Contents The course emphasizes the importance of feasibility studies in making design decisions, Land economics, Initial costs and running costs. Projects turnovers and marketing studies. Course also emphasizes the importance of project management, Planning and time scheduling of jobs, Evaluation of programs and critical path method, Cost-time analysis. References: Spark, Lipsey H. G. and Steiner, P., Economics, Harper and Row Pub., NY., 1983. Walter Ingo, Studies in International Environmental Economics, John Wiley, London, 1988. ARC 472 Professional Practice & Legislation _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(2+1) + (0+0)] Marks:[(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75} Course Contents The course explains the roles of the architect, The contractor and the owner during the building and construction process. It is a study of the professional practice codes and legislations in terms of rights, Commitments, Ethics and scope of services. Types of contracts, Fees, Bidding and construction supervision are the main issues of this course. Also, Types of contracting agreements and guarantee against construction flaws are discussed and analyzed by applying case studies. Finally, The course discusses building codes References: محمد زكى حواس, فن البناء المعاصر (قوانين وتشريعات وتنظيم المبانى), مكتبة عالم الكتب, 1979. عادل أمين, قانون المباني - قانون توجيه وتنظيم أعمال البناء في مصر, دار المعارف, 1996. محمد ماجد خلوصى, جمال الدين نصار, قانون وتشريعات معمارية, 1996. ARC 481 Urban & Architectural Heritage _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - ArchitectureHrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150} Course Contents The course emphasizes the importance of architectural and urban heritage. The study introduces criteria for classifying and documenting the heritage, Study of environmental problems: Subsoil water, Air pollution, Visual pollution, Miseuse of buildings and spaces, Negligence and lack of maintenance, The principles of preservation and techniques of restoration for architectural heritage. References: Feilden, Bernard M., Conservation of Historic Buildings, Butterworth Scientific, London, 1982. Pickard, Robert D., Conservation in the Built Environment, Longman Publisher. Essex, 1996. Warren John and El, Conkxt: New Building in Historic Settings, Architectural Press, Oxford, 1998. ARC 491 Project Studies & Technical Report _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (1+1)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (35+15+0)] = 50} Course Contents This course introduces the student with different techniques for preparing technical reports analysis of collected data and conclude the architectural program for different architectural components. Different studies for functional aspects, Ecological and different architectural styles for similar architectural projects are to be argued and compared with similar architectural projects. The student is to submit, By the end of the course, A final report concerning the site and ecological analysis of his project within a comparative study with different and similar project, That will finally lead to his final architectural program. References: Joseph De Chiara, Time Saver Standards for Site Planning, McGraw Hill Book Co., USA, 1984. ARC 499 Project _{4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (0+16)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (0+200+200)] = 400} Course Contents The student deals with the analysis and design of a complete engineering system using the fundamentals, Principles and skills he gained during his study. The project's report presented by the student should include the details of the analysis and design satisfying the concerned code requirements, The computer applications as well as the experimental work when necessary, In addition to the technical engineering drawing of his design. Throughout the project report and at oral the exam, The student should prove his complete understanding of the elements of the project and his capability to apply them in his future engineering References: Selected References, Scientific Papers, Research Reports, Manuals, Catalogues, Software Packages.