Building Construction I

Course objective

The main objective is to introduce students to the basic process and techniques of building construction, giving knowledge about major building components in the substructure and superstructure and building construction materials, with practical observation through field visits focused on traditional Nepalese architecture.

Syllabus at a glance

1. 1Introduction
2. 2Site Works and Setting Out
3. 3Soil Investigation
4. 4Excavation
5. 5Timbering in Trenches
6. 6Foundation and their Types
7. 7Damp Protection
8. 8Floor Structure
9. 9Masonry Wall
10. 10Openings in Wall