Arba Minch University
Institute of Technology (AMiT)
Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning
Architectural Science – II Course Outline
Course title: Architectural Science – II (HVAC)
Course Code: Arch 3232
ECTS (Credit): 2
Target Group: G3-Arch (Regular)
Instructor: Abel S.
Academic Year: 2022/23 GC
Pre-requisite: Arch 3221
Semester: II
Course Description/ Contents:
The course is designed to introduce students with the basic theories and techniques of
various plumbing related systems in buildings. It also familiarizes students with the
different plumbing system components and fixtures. It gives students the opportunity to
read, and execute building plumbing installation layouts.
The course comprises the following topics:
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Introduction to plumbing systems
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Basic plumbing systems
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Theories and practices of building
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Design principles and procedures
involved in plumbing systems
plumbing
Course Objectives:
After completing this course students will be able to:
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Explain the theories and practices of
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building plumbing
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Identify and illustrate the different
plumbing systems
Evaluation and Assessment
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Continuous Assessment …………15%
Mid Exam……………………...…15%
Project…………………………….40%
Final Exam……………………..…30%
Identify the different tools &
materials used in modern plumbing
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Prepare plumbing lay-outs/plans and