Building Construction IV

Course objective

The objective is to familiarise students with the terminology, concepts, principles, components, materials and details of advanced construction techniques and equip them to apply theoretical knowledge of construction details and develop working drawings for architectural projects through lectures and illustrative drawings.

Syllabus at a glance

1. 1Portal Frames
2. 2Shell Structure
3. 3Traditional Timber Construction
4. 4Insulation: Sound and Thermal
5. 5Moisture Prevention and Remedy
6. 6Fire Prevention
7. 7Mechanical Vertical Circulations and Facade System
8. 8Earthquake-Resistant Building Prototype and Construction