SEMESTER 2
Semester 2 consist of 4 modules which are Architectural design 2, Theories of asian architecture, Building construction and materials along with an MPU, social innovation.
Architectural Design 2
This module introduces the principles and methods of analysis, abstraction, and synthesis in design thinking that are common to many design fields, including building and architecture. The key emphasis of the studio is “User and Context”, which investigates the relationship between user and natural environment.
THEORIES OF ASIAN ARCHITECTURE
This module explores the south, southeast, and East Asian architecture as a whole within a systematic treatment of architectural design and construction, building science and technology, garden design and city planning through three key themes: sustainability, tradition and globalisation.
Building construction and materials
This module intends to inform the students on the basic building construction and materials used in the construction of small to medium scale buildings. It focuses on developing an understanding of the principle of the building elements which include the substructure and superstructure and common construction materials such as concrete, masonry, timber, metal, and glass. For each material, this module will describe the manufacturing process, properties, and typical uses of these materials in construction.