COURSE SYLLABUS
ARCH 3355
Architectural Construction III
Texas Tech University at El Paso
College of Architecture
El Paso, Texas, Campus
EPCC Administrative Center
Spring 2013
INSTRUCTOR
Name:
Contact Info:
email:
Phone:
Geoffrey Wright
gwright@wrightdalbin.com
+1 915 533-3777 (o)
+1 915 637-3777 (m)
NOTE: Please copy my personal address with any email correspondence. I may not
get your message at my TTU email.
Instructor will be available to meet with students from 9:20 to 10:00 am Tuesdays or by
appointment. Students should take the initiative to meet with instructor to resolve any
course issues prior to their becoming critical.
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Title:
ARCH 3355 – Architectural Construction III
3 Credits
Meeting Days / Times
Spring 2012, January 19 – May 8, 2013
Spring Break - Mar 9 – 17, 2013
Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:00 to 9:20
Location:
Texas Tech College of Architecture at El Paso
Required Texts:
Building Structures Illustrated; FDK Ching, BS Onouye, D Zuberbuhler
Building Codes Illustrated; FDK Ching, S Winkel
Required Supplies
Quadrille-ruled notebook
3-ring binder, pencils, erasers, etc.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course furthers the student’s understanding of structural systems and as
used in the practice of architecture. Topics explored include horizontal spans in
concrete, steel, and wood; vertical elements such as columns and walls; lateral
forces; long spans, including cable structures and domes; and high-rise
structures. Emphasis will be placed on the architect’s role during the course of
the construction of a project.
The class will visit at least one construction site during the course of the
semester. A field report will be required for each visit.
CLASS FORMAT
This class meets twice weekly on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:00. It is
our intention to follow the attached class schedule. Students are expected to
read the assigned chapters in advance of the lecture. Class attendance is
mandatory.
EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to
1) Develop a clearer understanding of structures and structural systems for use
in architecture.
2) Have a basic understanding of the role of the architect in the construction
process.
3) Have an initial understanding of the role of the building code in the design and
construction process.
4) Understand the appropriate times to use concrete, steel, wood or other
materials when selecting a structural system.
5) Be familiar with common industry standards and regulatory bodies such as
ASTM, UL, ACI, AISC, etc.
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
1. Quiz
15%
2. Field Report(s)
5%
3. Mid term Exam
15%
4. Quiz
15%
5. Projects
20%
6. Final Exam
20%
7. Class Participation
10%
Note that up to 15% of a class grade may be substituted by additional project(s).