Applied science private univ.
Fall semester 2011
College of engineering
architectural design 5
Dept. of architecture
Sec1: Dr. Ayman Tomah, Sec2: Dr. Majida Yakhlef, Sec3: Arch. Mazen Nabulsi
Course Introduction:
Students by this level of study were exposed to various design problems of small,
intermediate scale. Many forces were considered in the design process that they adapted and
implemented, the projects were tackling functional, formalistic and environmental forces. in
this course the deign process is very crucial and influential on the design product; architectural
design will not be emotional and superficial but rational, objective and initiative in order to
shape the various part of the project adapted and defined .
Course objectives:
The course aims at:
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Define and analyze the proper design process
Delineate the various initiatives , skills , and design approaches needed by different
students to achieve an applicable design solutions
Train the students on generating design alternative in their intentions to solve design
problem
Create better awareness of institutional projects design and typologies development in
reference to local constrains and practices
Content and the design process:
This competency-based design course trains students for entry-level positions or further
practice in Architectural Design. Integrated throughout the course are career standards and
their modifications, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills,
problem solving, team work, technology, in addition to design philosophy
Within the previous statement; a large scale project of various functions under the
recreation architecture is adapted, this is due to realistic request in the city of Amman; despite
the overall existing economic situation; tourism is still flourishing in various areas of the city and
in particular the western parts . The client is the private sector; the designer is fourth year
students, while the coordination is managed by the instructors of the course within the
department of architecture. In some literature the design is being tackled as a game and
challenge, here the game is the manipulation of various forces, values at action, functions to
create the proper solution, and being aware of various design tactics, assets and prospects of
design product.
The suggested process depends on the following stages:
Intuitive versus comprehensive; and the various approaches within is the major dilemma of
design approach and development nowadays
First: understanding the nature of the project, nature of site and forces of impact (physical,
social, economic and legislative) with emphasis on particular site
Second: understand the nature of project planning and design; case studies whether locally,
regional and international should be analyzed
Third: define the major planning and design guidelines as referential tool for definition and
understanding of concept design
Fourth: concept development
Fifth: design development; based on integrative planning and design systems of circulation,
structure,……etc
Sixth: pre final submission
Seventh: final design documents
Course learning outcomes
Skills and enthusiasm wise :
Students are exposed to the contemporary discourse of design realms and their impact on
architecture and space language whether internal or external. This is an advanced studio that
requires a substantial dedication and investment of student’s time and skills, both during and
after official class hours. As a part of their involvement, students are required to actively
participate in all studios, discussions, discussions, readings, various design tasks as a class group
and/or individually. Critical thinking, reading and group discussions on design issues are
Important is “the maximum usage of time” in the studio. The design work must be actively in
progress on a weekly basis. Prints of the work in progress need to be regularly pinned-up and
updated.
Design output wise
by the end of course student will be able to work in team , analyze and synthesize the
various design data and conceptual thinking , develop design approach from conceptual to final
design documents , considering design as a manifesto of philosophical, conceptual , structural ,
environmental and socio- behavioral order , in relation to real site , highy practical program and
respect of client needs and users
Method of Assessment
Grades from finished stages that will be submitted gradually , process work, regular
interaction with instructor referential evaluation criteria and , critiques, final documentation,
participation in class and readings impact are factors of grading and accessing accomplishment
and understanding of above criteria.
Production and hard work lead to improvement. Growth is the key. There will be individual
and team submissions, both may require digital and physical modeling. Each stage will have its
grading weight due to its important and length.
Stages Requirements
Each stage will have specific requirements and deadlines. All submissions must be completed in
a timely manner. There will be no extensions to due dates.
Grading
Grading is a certification that the student has clearly demonstrated a level of expertise as
required in each assignment or exercise.
84 - 92 indicate that the level of student is superior (excellent work.)
76 -83 indicates the project task or design problem is clearly resolved but lacks in-depth study
or proper solution in one or two minor areas ( very good work).
68 -75 indicates the level of work is satisfactory (average work).
60 -67 indicates the level of expertise is minimal and less than satisfactory
50-59 indicates clear weakness in the design process and output.
Less than 50 - grade indicates a failure to respond to adequate level of design.
Final Documentation
All digital and physical assignments, and any kind of drawings, will be documented in high
quality digital forms and printout in poster format in addition to portfolio format for the end of
the semester
instructions:
university law and instruction will be implemented in terms of attendance, grading , and
academic attitudes ; we assume that fourth year students are well aware of these instructions
as they are on their pre final step of graduation
Course Timeline
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Week 12
Monday
3.10.2011
Wednesday
5.10.2011
Introduction and syllabus description
Monday
10.10.2011
Wednesday
12.10.2011
Monday
17.10.2011
Wednesday
19.10.2011
Monday
24.10.2011
Submission 1: understanding the nature of the project,
site forces, case studies and program analysis – group
work
(15%)
Wednesday
26.10.2011
Jury + Discussion / continue
Monday
31.10.2011
Wednesday
2.11.2011
Monday
7.11.2011
Wednesday
9.11.2011
Monday
14.11.2011
Wednesday
16.11.2011
Monday
21.11.2011
Wednesday
23.11.2011
Monday
28.11.2011
Wednesday
30.11.2011
Monday
5.12.2011
Wednesday
7.12.2011
Monday
12.12.2011
Wednesday
14.12.2011
Monday
19.12.2011
Wednesday
21.12.2011
EID AL ADHA
Submission 2 : concept formation Jury and discussion
( 10%)
Submission 3: design development stage
(10% )
Sketch design
( 5%)
Week 13
Week 14
Week 15
Week 16
Monday
26.12.2011
CHRISTMAS
Wednesday
28.12.2011
Submission 4 : Pre final submission
Monday
2.1.2012
Wednesday
4.1.2012
Monday
9.1.2012
Wednesday
11.1.2012
Monday
16.1.2012
Wednesday 18.1.2012
(Final Jury)
(15%)
NEW YEAR
Sketch design
(5%)
Final submission (40%)