DG4103 Modular Architecture Syllabus:
DG4103 Modular Architecture Syllabus – Anna University PG Syllabus Regulation 2021
OBJECTIVES
To introduce the idea of mass production and advance building technologies in architecture
To introduce advanced materials and pre-fabricated modules.
UNIT I INTRODUCTION
Introduction to prefabrication, manufacturing, modular, flat pack modular, volumetric modular – Modular co-ordination, standardization and tolerances – Moulds –construction design, maintenance techniques. Utopian concepts, principles and ideology on modular construction like pug in cities etc., – Philosophies of fuller, Corbusier, Eames, Scott Brown, Timberlake etc.,
UNIT II TECHNIQUES AND INDUSTRIAL STRUCTURES
Modular casting techniques – Planning, analysis and design considerations – Handling techniques – Transportation Storage and erection of structures. Tectonic strategies- structural core systems – Delivery strategies – Joints -Curing techniques – skeletal and large panel constructions.
UNIT III DESIGN PRINCIPLES AND APPLICATION
Disuniting of structures – design of cross section-based efficiency of material – problems in design because of joint flexibility – allowance for joint deformation – joints for different structural connections – modular technology for low cost and mass housing schemes. Small products like door frames, shutters in housing – Water tank service core unit. Quality control – Repairs and economical aspects on prefabrication.
UNIT IV DIGITAL FABRICATION
Study of various industrial mass production systems – CNC cutting and milling (for mass customization)- Laser Cutting -3D Printing (SLS & FDM) & 3D Scanning – 3Axis CNC cutting & milling on non-planar surfaces. Digital & analogue experiment on various materials and their challenges.
UNIT V BEST PRACTICES
Understanding and exploring the various successful project at national and international level on the aspects of Material, Mass Production, Finance / project costing, climate response and energy efficiency.
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
OUTCOMES
Knowledge about modular construction techniques in architecture.
Knowledge of various structural and design principle thorough various case studies.
REFERENCES
1. Richard J. Coble, Jimmie Hinze and Theo C. Haupt, Construction Safety and Health Management, Prentice Hall Inc., 2001.
2. Hand Book on Construction Safety Practices, SP 70, BIS 2001.
3. John Fernandez, Material Architecture, Architectural Press, UK.
4. Peurifoy, R.L., Ledbette. W.B., Construction Planning, Equipment and Methods, McGraw Hill Co., 2000.
5. Jimmy W. Hinze, Construction Safety, Prentice Hall Inc., 1997
6. Peters, S.(2010) Material Revolution : Sustainable And Multi-Purpose Materials For Design And Architecture. Birkhäuser Architecture
7. Borden, G P. Matter: Material Processes In Architectural Production. Routledge
8. Lindsey, B. (2001) Digital Gehry: Material Resistance Digital Construction.Birkhäuser Basel