CE 9406 Architecture and Town planning syllabus download

CE 9406 ARCHITECTURE AND TOWN PLANNING L T P C
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OBJECTIVE:
To provide the basic knowledge on the principles of design of buildings relating to the
environment and climate.
UNIT I ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 8
Architectural Design – an analysis – integration of function and aesthetics – Introduction to
basic elements and principles of design.
UNIT II SITE PLANNING 9
Surveys – Site analysis – Development Control – Layout regulations- Layout design concepts.
UNIT III BUILDING TYPES 12
Residential, institutional, commercial and Industrial – Application of anthropometry and space
standards-Inter relationships of functions – Safety standards – Building rules and regulations –
Integration of building services – Interior design.
UNIT IV CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIVE DESIGN 8
Man and environment interaction- Factors that determine climate – Characteristics of climate
types – Design for various climate types – Passive and active energy controls – Green
building concept

UNIT V TOWN PLANNING 8
Planning – Definition, concepts and processes- Urban planning standards and zoning
regulations- Urban renewal – Conservation – Principles of Landscape design
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
REFERENCES:
1. Francis D.K. Ching, “Architecture: Form, Space and Order”, VNR, N.Y., 1999.
2. Givoni B., “Man Climate and Architecture”, Applied Science, Barking ESSEX, 1982.
3. Edward D.Mills, “Planning and Architects Handbook”, Butterworth, London, 1995.
4. Gallian B.Arthur and Simon Eisner, “The Urban Pattern – City Planning and Design”,
Affiliated Press Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 1995.
5. Margaret Robert, “An Introduction to Town Planning Techniques”, Hutchinson,
London, 1990.

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