DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE

The establishment of the department of architecture dates back to 1950. In 1986, a new section of urban planning was established. Students passing the second year exams in the department of architecture have the choice to either enroll in the department of urban planning or continue in the department of architecture. The objective of the department is to graduate architects who are capable in both theoretical and practical aspects to play their creative role in shaping the built environment taking into consideration the social context and the modern technology. To achieve this objective, courses are designed to include humanities, engineering courses, and design in a progressive manner. Horizontal integration as well as vertical integration is maintained among interrelated topics. In first year, more focus is put on skills. Elective courses are offered in the third and fourth year in order to provide a wide range of alternatives.


Field of Courses:
Architectural Design, Sciagraphy and Perspective, Visual Design, Theories of Architecture, History of Art and Architecture, Free Hand Drawing, Building Construction, Computers in Architecture, Environmental Control, Planning and Housing Studies, Landscape Design, Professional Practice and Legislation, Acoustics in Buildings, Building Technology, Working Drawings, Quantities and Specifications, Feasibility Studies and Construction Management, Architectural Design Project Studies, Architectural Rendering, Urban Design, Interior Design, Advanced Computer Applications, Aesthetics in Architecture, Environmental Design and Energy Conservation, Urban and Architectural Heritage, Advanced Technical Installations, Local and Contemporary Architecture, Housing in Developing Countries, Urban Renewal, Architectural Criticism and Project Evaluation.

 

Course Description

 

ARC 111 Visual Design & Design
1st Year: Architecture Engineering. (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(2+5) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(100+75+0) + (0+0+0)] = 175

Course Contents

This course is an introduction to the basic equipment, Media, Techniques and principles of graphic communication. Fundamental skills are established in both free hand and drafting techniques. The course includes, Studying the different design elements: Point, Line, Direction, Shape, Size, Texture, Color and form. The course investigates and explores processes involved in perception, Nature of light, Movement, Color, Depth and distance cues. Design fundamentals are reinforced where students can experiment and explore several ideas related to Two and Three dimensional forms. The course involves case studies and applications of design principles in architectural design.

    References:
  • Ching, Francis D. K., Architecture: Form, Space and Order, Van Nostrand Reinhold Co. NY. USA, 1979.
  • VanDyke Scott, From Line to Design, American Planning Association, USA, 1985.
ARC 112 Architectural Drawing & Representation Techniques
1st Year: Architecture Engineering. (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(2+5) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(100+75+0) + (0+0+0)] = 175

Course Contents

This course aims at educating students the principles of architectural drawing. Emphasis is placed upon developing the skills of imagination by using pen and pencil. The course includes developing students' free hand skills as well as mastering other drawing techniques using different drawing tools and equipment, With emphasis on the importance of light and shadow in architectural representation. The course includes developing students' abilities of deducting elevations and sections from 3 dimensional drawings and vice versa. The course aims also at educating students to draw efficiently and accurately, By developing their representation and rendering skills, Through the study of the principles of casting shades and shadows in architectural plans and elevation, In addition to developing skills in interior and exterior perspective representation.

    References:
  • VanDyke Scott, From Line to Design, American Planning Association, USA, 1985.
ARC 113 Architectural Design (1)
1st Year: Architecture Engineering. (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (0+7)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (90+60+25)] = 175

Course Contents

The design studio introduces students to the perception of architectural spaces and develops abilities to design simple spaces and compositions, By considering the functional activities and circulation on simple requirements. Exercises with simple spatial requirements studying design considerations of spaces. Each exercise focuses on certain design objectives, As part of the set of objectives while addressing the basic design concerns of circulation, Orientation, Privacy, Spatial compositions … etc. Examples of selected projects Would be: Private residences, Vacation houses, Buildings for the children: Kinder-gartens, Activity centers and libraries for children, Kiosks, Pavilions and simple service buildings in public places, Simple structural buildings like parking sheds-bus terminals and

    References:
  • VanDyke Scott, From Line to Design, American Planning Association, USA, 1985.
  • White, Edward T., Space Adjacency Analysis, Architectural Media Limited, Florida, USA, 1986.
ARC 121 Theory of Architecture (1)
1st Year: Architecture Engineering. (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(4+0) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(70+30+0) + (0+0+0)] = 100

Course Contents

Introduction to architecture: Definitions, Needs, Design goals, Design standards and criteria potentials and constraints. Building objectives: Firmness, Commodity and delight. Function: Anthropometric data, Analyzing buildings to accommodation, Service and circulation spaces. Horizontal circulation: Corridors, Lobbies and entrances. Vertical circulation: Ramps, Staircases, Lifts and escalators. Primary elements: Point, Line, Plane, Volume. Properties of form: Primary forms, Regular and irregular forms form transformation: Dimensional, Additive, Subtractive by modifiers. Elements of space: Horizontal and vertical.. Space treatment: Light, Texture, Color. Space organization: Spatial relationships, Spatial continuity. Principles of composition: Unity, Axis, Dominance, Symmetry, Harmony, Rhythm and repetition, Hierarchy, Datum. Variety within unity material, Color, Texture, Shape. Proportions: Golden section, The orders, The modular.

    References:
  • Neufert, Architect's Data, Grosby Lockwood Staples, London, 1970.
  • Ching, Francis D. K., Architecture: Form, Space and Order, Van Nostrand Reinhold Co. NY. USA, 1979.
  • Laseau Paul, Graphic Thinking for Architects and Designers, Reinhold Co. NY. USA, 1980.
ARC 131 History of Architecture (1)
1st Year: Architecture Engineering. (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (4+0)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100

Course Contents

The course aims to clear the relation between the architectural concept and the philosophy of design in different ages and the effects of physical, Cultural, Natural and constructional possibilities on the different architectural elements, Through a comparative analytical study of art and architecture for different old cultures: Ancient Egyptian, West asiatic and mesopotamia, Babylonian, Assyrian and persian and the classical ages: Greek and roman and the early christian and

    References:
  • Banister Fletcher, A History of Architecture on the Comparative Method, , Latest Ed.
ARC 151 Building Construction
1st Year: Architecture Engineering. (Cont.)

Hrs/Week: [(2+3) + (2+3)]
Marks:[(0+50+0) + (125+50+25)] = 250

Course Contents

The course aims to clear the main elements of the building, Building materials and building systems (bearing walls, skeleton, shell construction and other new structural systems) and to train the student to draw the constructional details through the study of: Bearing wall buildings (bricks and stones), Architectural symbols, Building methods, Bonds, Tools, Wall thickness, Openings. Lintels and arches, Vaults and domes, Foundations, Damp proofing, Heat and sound insulation, Expansion and settlement joints, Retaining walls, Erection requirements, Concrete components, Structural elements, Stairs, Internal sanitary installations, Internal and external finishes.

    References:
  • Ramsey, Sleeper Architectural Graphic Standards, Wiley, Latest Ed.
  • Mitchell, Building Construction, Batsford, Latest Ed.
  • McKay's, Building Construction, Volume One, Longmans, Latest Ed.
ARC 161 Environmental Design & Control
1st Year: Architecture Engineering. (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (1+2)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (40+35+0)] = 75

Course Contents

An Introduction on the conception and importance of environmental control and its influence on the design of buildings through studying: Thermal environment: Solar radiation, Sun path diagram, Design of shading devices, Thermal exchange between the building and the environment, Ventilation. Light environment daylighting. The importance of daylighting, Sky conditions, Components of daylighting, Factors affecting illuminance due to Daylighting inside buildings, The influence of window design on the condition of indoor illumination, Methods of analyzing daylighting, Quality of lighting and glare

    References:
  • Robins, C., Daylighting Design and Analysis, Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., 1986. avoidance.
  • Guzowski, M., Daylighting Sustainable Design, McGraw Hill, Co., 2000.
  • Brown, G. Z., Sun, Wind and Light, Architectural Design Strategies, John Wiley and Sons Inc., 2000.
ARC 211 Architectural Engineering 2nd Year: Civil Engineering. (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+2)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100

Course Contents

The course introduces students to basic components of buildings, Building materials and types of finishes. Exercise areto train students to comprehend architectural drawings and the notions used. The course includes load-bearing constructions lintels vaults, Domes, thermal insulation, Water proofing, Staircases in buildings (types - materials and design considerations, joints in buildings and architectural treatments).

    References:
  • Ramsey, Sleeper Architectural Graphic Standards, Wiley, Latest Ed.
  • Mitchell, Building Construction, Batsford, Latest Ed.
  • McKay's, Building Construction, Volume One, Longmans, Latest Ed.
ARC 212 Architectural Design (2)
2nd Year: Architecture Engineering. (Cont.)

Hrs/Week: [(0+8) + (0+8)]
Marks:[(0+80+0) + (200+80+40)] = 400

Course Contents

The course aims to develop architectural design capacities related to the design of buildings, (featuring repetitive elements and other spatial ones) (school, commercial center, tourist village, etc). While satisfying functional and structural requirements. Developing architectural design capacities related to the design of multi-function buildings (retail-commercial-residential complex) featuring multiple circulation networks while satisfying functional and structural requirements.

    References:
  • Selected References, Manuals, Catalogues, Data Books, Latest Ed.
ARC 221 Theory of Architecture (2)
2nd Year: Architecture Engineering .(1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(4+0) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(70+30+0) + (0+0+0)] = 100

Course Contents

The course introduces different types of design methods. It covers a wide range of issues related to the formulation and analysis of architectural program and brief. Synthesis of the design concept and methods of evaluating and developing the concept. The course aims at enhancing the student's analytical abilities while developing design concepts and selecting a suitable approach in solving architectural problems. Finally, The course presents different techniques in generating creative ideas in architectural design.

    References:
  • John Chris Hones, Design Methods, New York, 1992.
  • Duerk, Donna P., Architectural Programming: Information Management in Design, VNR, NY, 1993.
ARC 231 History of Architecture (2)
2nd Year: Architecture Engineering. (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (4+0)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100

Course Contents

An analytical study of the art and architecture of the early Islamic, Ayyubid and abbasid periods with an emphasis on selected monuments of Egypt from the tulunid, Fatimid, Mamluk and ottoman periods to illustrate the unity of architectural expression in each period with its culture and environment - Examples from religious and secular architecture are studied in lectures and field trips -The course also surveys the architecture of west Europe: The romanesque. Gothic and renaissance architecture.

    References:
  • توفيق أحمد عبد الجواد, تاريخ العمارة والفنون الاسلامية, مكتبة الانجلو المصرية. القاهرة, 1982.
  • Hillenbrand Robert, Islamic Architecture, Edinburgh University Press, 1994.
ARC 241 Computer Applications (1)
2nd Year: Architecture Engineering. (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+2)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (50+25+25)] = 100

Course Contents

Introduction to computers as a tool for architects and its applications in 2D and 3D drawing. Topics for 2D include: The CAD interface, Command syntax, Drafting theory, Selecting objects, Inserting objects, Correcting errors, Object snap, Zooming. Measuring objects, Panning, Text, Layers, Editing objects, Linetypes, Lineweights, Manipulating objects, Grips, Construction lines, Crosshatching, Blocks, dimensioning, reference files, special objects and plotting. Topics for3D include: Extrusions, viewing the model, world and user Coordinate systems, Wireframe models, Modifying and editing wireframes, Model space, Paper space, Scaling views, Perspective views, 3D surface modeling, 3D faces, 3D Polygon meshes, Solid shapes, 3D solid models, Sectioning, Slicing, Shading and rendering solid models.

    References:
  • Lloyd, Jshort, Using Special Edition Auto CAD, 1992.
  • Selected Software, Drafting Packages, CAD Tools, Latest Ed.
ARC 251 Building Construction & Principles of Working Drawings
2nd Year: Architecture Engineering. (Cont.)

Hrs/Week: [(2+4) + (2+4)]
Marks:[(0+60+0) + (150+60+30)] = 300

Course Contents

Study of details of: Construction, Finishes and maintenance. The course aims at developing the skills in detailed drawings: Execution of buildings. Setting out foundations, Excavation, Laying foundations. Super structure works. Joints, (settlement, expansions…), Carpentry of doors and windows. Curtain walls. Internal partitions, Timber construction of trusses, Lamella. Finishing materials (internal and external), Plaster and painting works, Maintenance of buildings, Repairs and improvement of performance. Approach to working drawings and

    References:
  • Keith Styles, Working Drawing Handbook, Oxford: Butterworth, Heinemann, 1995.
  • Ramsey, Sleeper Architectural Graphic Standards, Wiley, Latest Ed.
  • Mitchell, Building Construction, Batsford, Latest Ed.
  • McKay's, Building Construction, Volume One, Longmans, Latest Ed.
ARC 261 Acoustics & Artificial Lighting
2nd Year: Architecture Engineering. (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(2+0) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(35+15+0) + (0+0+0)] = 50

Course Contents

Artificial lighting: Visual perception and light, Basic artificial lighting sources, Light and visual effects, Light revealing architecture, Designing for artificial lighting quantity and quality, Integration with daylighting, Computer simulation programs that aid artificial lighting design. Architectural acoustics: Definition of architectural acoustics and its importance in buildings, Terminologies, Behaviour of sound waves in enclosures, Sound absorption, Sound reflections, Sound isolation, The concepts and objectives of acoustics design: The most important considerations that have to be considered for designing auditoriums.

    References:
  • Egan, David M., Architectural Acoustics, McGraw Hill Book Co., 1972.
  • Hopkinson, R. G. and Kay, J. D., The Lighting of Buildings, Faber and Faber Press, London, 1972.
  • Millet, Marietta S., Light Revealing Architecture, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, 1996.
  • الخطيب أحمد, الصوتيات المعمارية - النظرية والتطبيق, مكتبة الأنجلو المصرية, 2003.
ARC 311 Architectural Design (3)
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (Cont.)

Hrs/Week: [(0+8) + (0+8)]
Marks:[(0+80+0) + (200+80+40)] = 400

Course Contents

Design studio is concerned with the development of skills in solving composite problem to include different functions, Circulation and construction systems, While paying attention to limitations of site and environment, Identifying a principal objective in the design solution, Special emphasis on the study of internal spaces. Also housing projects are a must as they introduce concepts of outdoor and indoor spatial composition, Through the study of a basic dwelling unit. In a specified urban site and the impact of social as well as economic factors on design is introduced with emphasis on internal vehicle and pedestrian

    References:
  • Selected References, Manuals, Catalogues, Data Books, Latest Ed.
ARC 312 Architectural Design (4)
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Urban Planning & Design (Cont.)

Hrs/Week: [(0+6) + (0+6)]
Marks:[(0+50+0) + (150+50+50)] = 300

Course Contents

The course aims at developing the students abilities in designing residential settlements with different levels and types, Urban or rural, In addition to their services. Emphasis is put on housing projects with specific site potentials and constraints. Design concepts should emphasize diversified free spatial forms through the design of the basic residential unit, Circulation studies, Landscape design.

    References:
  • Selected References, Manuals, Catalogues, Data Books, Latest Ed.
ARC 313 Spatial Composition & Aesthetics in Architecture
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(1+2) + (0+0)]
Marks: [(40+35+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75

Course Contents

The course highlights the impact of aesthetics on architectural form and compositions through the study of theories and principles of artistic composition and philosophical approaches. Creativity and visual perception of spatial formations are analyzed to give students the vocabulary and experience needed

    References:
  • Venture Robert, Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture, The Architectural Press Ltd., London, 1985.
  • Baker, Geoffrey H., Design Strategies in Architecture, Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1989.
  • Conway, H. and Roenisch, R., Understanding Architecture, Rowtledge, London, 1994.
ARC 314 Architectural Rendering
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(1+2) + (0+0)]
Marks: [(40+35+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75

Course Contents

The course aims to train the student how to do presentation for the architectural areas and spaces - internal and external. Study the new materials, Its properties and how to represent it in 2D and 3D color, Texture and proposition. Training in the class how to use color and materials with sketches. And how to make models to create ability for architectural imagination.

    References:
  • Marilyn Farrow, IBD Interior Spaceces Chicago, USA, 1999.
ARC 315 Interior Design
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (1+2)]
Marks: [(0+0+0) + (40+35+0)] = 75

Course Contents

A study of theories and principles of interior design, Internal and external spaces hierarchy and interaction, Study of horizontal and vertical planes treatments and finishes, The study of movement , Visual perception, Space time internally and externally, The study of surfaces: Textures, Forms and visual illusions, Theories of colors, Color schemes and its different effects, The effects of natural andartificial lighting In spaces for different uses internally and externally, International examples and concepts in interior design.

    References:
  • Pile, Hohn F., Interior Design, Abrams, 1989.
  • Jonathan Poore, Interior Color by Design, Rock Falls Inc., 1994.
ARC 321 Theory of Architecture (3)
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(4+0) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(70+30+0) + (0+0+0)] = 100

Course Contents

An introduction to theories and philosophy of the international styles of the 2Oth and the modern movement: The organic theories of sullivan and wright, The functional formalism of le corbusier. The functional technological theories of the bauhaus and gropius, The structuralism of mies van der robe and the expressionism of mendelson. Also an introduction to design principles, Concepts and considerations in office building, Commercial buildings, Industrial plants, as well as transportation building.

    References:
  • Hanrich Klotz, Century Architecture, New York: Rizzol, 1990. Architecture Engineering
  • Kropf, Karl, Theories and Manifestoes of Contemporary Architecture, London: Academy Ed., Pub., 1995.
  • Chris Adel, Architecture and Identity, Response to Cultural and Technological Changes New York: Rizzol. Pub, 1999.

ARC 322 Theory of Architecture (4)
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (4+0)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100

Course Contents

The course traces the development of architectural thought in the second half of the 20th century and beyond and its effects on local architecture, A study of architectural spaces in the local tradition and its influences on local contemporary architecture, An introduction to design principles, Concepts and considerations in cultural and civic centers etc …

    References:
  • Charles Jencks, Modern Movements in Architecture, London: Academy Ed., Pub., 1989.
  • Charles Jencks, Architecture to day, London: Academy Ed., Pub., 1994.
  • Dennis Doordan, Twentieth Century Architecture, Hong Kong: King Pub., 2001.
ARC 324 Architectural Criticism & Project Evaluation
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(1+2) + (0+0)]
Marks: [(40+35+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75

Course Contents

The course emphasizes the multiplicity of architectural thinking. It introduces the theoretical approaches of contemporary architectural thoughts. The course discusses concepts of integration and comprehensiveness in architectural solutions, Principles of architectural criticism and techniques of evaluating projects are discussed.

    References:
  • Robert Venturi, Complexity and Contradictions in Architecture, New York: Dover Publications, 1971.
  • Siegfried Gideon, Space, Time and Architecture. The Growth of a New Tradition, Boston, Mass, MIT Press, 1974.
  • Wiebenson Dora, The Architectural Theory from Alberti to Ledoux, New York: The Museum of Modern Arts Publications, 1978.
  • Alan Greenhalgh, Imitation and Innovation, London: Academy Ed., Pub., 1988.
  • Aldo Rosse, Architecture, Theory and Criticism, Boston, Mass, MIT Press, 1989.
ARC 341 Computer Applications (2)
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+2)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (50+25+25)] = 100

Course Contents

Introduction to computer as decision support tools through two main approaches: Mathematical modeling and CAD virtual building modeling. Mathematical modeling is achieved through using the spreadsheet programs .Topics include: Basic principles, Entering data/ranges/selecting, Editing and formatting, Data processing, Functions and formulae, Navigating worksheets and workbooks, Creating hyperlinks, Using analysis, Applying protection and adding comments and making data validation. While CAD virtual building modeling is achieved through the use of 3D programs. Topics include: Basic concepts and tools for creating an object oriented 3D virtual model and how to refine it. Also, A variety of ArchiCAD's output capabilities as: Printing and plotting architectural drawings, Quantity calculation, Shaded view creation, Photo-realistic rendering, Sun studies, Animation "fly throughs" virtual reality and panoramic scenes.

    References:
  • Microsoft Excel Manual: Arrays, Functions and Macro, Microsoft Corporation, 1990.
  • Selected Software, Drafting Packages, CAD Tools, Latest Ed.
ARC 351 Working Drawings (1)
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (Cont.)

Hrs/Week: [(0+6) + (0+6)]
Marks:[(0+60+0) + (150+60+30)] = 300

Course Contents

The course aims to introduce the basics of detailed execution drawings. Exercises on the preparation of detailed location and assembly drawings including detailed sections, Detailed space drawings and assembly drawings for the coordination between different professions, In addition to signs, Symbols and information systems.

    References:
  • Seely, I.H., Building Technology, Macmillan, London, 1993.
  • Keith Styles, Working Drawing Handbook, Oxford: Butterworth, Heinemann, 1995.
  • Rosen, H.J., Architectural Materials for Construction, McGraw Hill, New York, 1996.
  • Engel, Heino, Structure Systems, Verlag Gerd Hatje, Ostfildern- Ruit, Germany, 1999.
ARC 352 Specifications & Quantity
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(2+3) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(90+35+0) + (0+0+0)] = 125

Course Contents

Introduction to the writing of specifications documents presented with working drawings as part of the contract documents, General and special conditions of the job, Defining the scope of work and detailed descriptions of items and materials, Quantity surveying (rules and methods), Check listing the finished work and detecting faulty items.

    References:
  • محمد زكى حواس, فن البناء المعاصر, مكتبة عالم الكتب, 1979.
  • عبد اللطيف أبو العطا, الموسوعة الهندسية, دار ماجد للطباعة, 1984.
ARC 361 Environmental Design & Energy Conservation
3rd Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (1+2)]
Marks: [(0+0+0) + (40+35+0)] = 75

Course Contents

An introduction to the energy conservation in buildings, As one of the most important goals of the ecological trend in architecture, Through studying: The inefficient energy consumption in contemporary architecture, The principals of green architecture and its role in energy saving. Types of fossil and renewable energy resources, The application of solar energy in the passive design of buildings. Design techniques for passive cooling and passive heating, Analyzing applied examples. Optimizing the integrated application of each: Passive, Low- energy and active cooling methods in building design to achieve maximum efficiency in energy conservation.

    References:
  • Wright, D., Natural Solar Architectural, A Passive Primer, Litton Educational Publishing, 1978.
  • Brawn, G. Z.; Sam, Wind and Light, Architectural Design Strategies, John Wiley and Sons Inc., 2000.
  • Barid, G., The Architectural Expression of Environmental Control Systems, Spon Press, London, 2001.
ARC 411 Architectural Design (4)
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+10) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(125+75+50) + (0+0+0)] = 250

Course Contents

The objective of forth year architectural design subject is how to deal with large projects which cover urban studies, Buildings relations in layout and to design each building individually. This course process goes through, Similar projects analysis, Preparation of preliminary program, Picking out the design and planing criteria, Circulation … etc. Point of stress in design projects will be on urban design, Landscape, Zoning. Hierarchy of space according to its size and Importance. Entrances pedestrian and car circulation design concept, Structural concept and environmental effect of the building. All should be submitted in plans, Elevations, Sections, Perspectives and models. This demonstrating the student ability in presenting his final design and concept.

    References:
  • Selected References, Manuals, Catalogues, Data Books, Latest Ed.
ARC 412 Architectural Design (5)
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Urban Planning & Design (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+6) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(75+55+20) + (0+0+0)] = 150

Course Contents

The course aims at developing the students abilities in designing multifunctional buildings on sites with certain potentials and limitations. Emphasize urban integrations with surrounding environment. Projects with special complex environments and problems: Urban and rural, Neighbourhood, Centers with emphasis on circulation networks integrated with open urban spaces.

    References:
  • Selected References, Manuals, Catalogues, Data Books, Latest Ed.
ARC 413 Housing in Developing Countries
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)]
Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150

Course Contents

Introduction to the housing issues in developing countries which is characterized by rapid growth of towns and cities, Restructuring of traditional modes or dwelling and inhabitation, Different ways of planning and organizing the built environment and introducing different processes and production in the building sector. Course Objectives: To introduce major housing issues and problems at all scale levels (from the global to the very local i.e. dwelling level). To discuss new and emerging concepts, Methods and tools to face new challenges in the housing sector in developing countries, The course is an introduction to housing in developing countries: Concepts and issues. The schools of thought in housing issues. Housing system typologies, Housing system and housing policy evolution in Egypt, Housing and economic aspects, Case studies in selected context.

    References:
  • Rapoport, A., Human Aspects in Urban Form, Pergamon Press, Oxford, 1977.
  • Turner, J. F. C, Housing by People, Towards Autonomy in Building Environments, Marian Boyars, London, 1979.
  • Aboesh, Ibrahim M., Housing Policies in Developing Countries Between Theory and Practice, Ain Shams University, 1991.
  • Ettouney, S. and Abdelkade, N., Notes on Housing and Physical Planning, Al Araby Press, 1992.
ARC 421 Humanities in Architecture
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)]
Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150

Course Contents

The course aims at introducing the role of human factors in the design process - highlighting the behavioural and psychological dimensions in architecture through the study of visual, Social, Psychological and perceptual influences of people and place. Incorporating the behavioural sciences as a set of design priorities in designs generated from a better understanding of human

    References:
  • Moore, G., Environment Behaviour Studies, McGraw Hill, 1979.
  • Abel Chrio, Architecture and Identity, Architectural Press, 1986.
  • Bird Alexander, Philosophy of Science, John Shand, UCL Press, 1988.
ARC 422 Contemporary Vernacular
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)]
Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150

Course Contents

This course emphasis at the prevailing issues of the contemporary vernacular architecture, Using the induction analytical method: Defining contemporary architecture, Its features ideologies and its relationship with international architectural schools, The main features and points of references in this course, The depate between intellectual and cultural variables affecting the local, Political and social issues are to be argued, Within variable examples and case

    References:
  • Jenks, C, What is Post Modernism, Academy Edition, London, 1986.
  • Jenks, C, Architecture Today, Academy Group Ltd., London, 1993.
  • روز، مارجريت, ما بعد الحداثة, الهيئة المصرية العامة للكتاب، القاهرة, 1994.
ARC 451 Working Drawings (2)
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+8) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(100+80+20) + (0+0+0)] = 200

Course Contents

The studio work aims at prepaing the student to complete a drawing documents set of a preliminary design project and to apply previous courses knowledge gained from with an emphasis on methods of constructions and high technology working details and materials to produce a whole set of drawings including electrical and plumbing drawings.

    References:
  • Seely, I.H., Building Technology, Macmillan, London, 1993.
  • Keith Styles, Working Drawing Handbook, Oxford: Butterworth, Heinemann, 1995.
  • Rosen, H.J., Architectural Materials for Construction, McGraw Hill, New York, 1996.
  • Engel, Heino, Structure Systems, Verlag Gerd Hatje, Ostfildern- Ruit, Germany, 1999.
ARC 452 Advanced Technical Installations
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)]
Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150

Course Contents

The course aims at gaining familiarity with new techniques used in advanced technological systems in buildings (alarm systems, fire fighting systems, communication systems, air conditioning systems, electronic control systems), Basic concepts are illustrated. Materials and technical installations are addressed with its influence on contemporary architecture and applications.

    References:
  • Seely, I. H., Building Technology, Macmillan, London, 1993.
ARC 461 Housing
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(2+4) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(75+50+25) + (0+0+0)] = 150

Course Contents

Definition of housing and its different level, The environmental impact on different housing types. Managing and financing housing projects people participation in housing projects. Definition, Needs and selection criteria for different target groups, Development phasing for housing clusters, Design criteria and constrains for grouping the residential units and services.

    References:
  • Payne, G., Low Income Housing in the Developing World, Liverpool University Press, 1986.
  • Forbes Davisdson and Geoff Payne, Urban Projects Manual, Liverpool University Press, 1996.
ARC 471 Feasibility Studies & Project Management
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(1+2) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75

Course Contents

The course emphasizes the importance of feasibility studies in making design decisions, Land economics, Initial costs and running costs. Projects turnovers and marketing studies. Course also emphasizes the importance of project management, Planning and time scheduling of jobs, Evaluation of programs and critical path method, Cost-time analysis.

    References:
  • Spark, Lipsey H. G. and Steiner, P., Economics, Harper and Row Pub., NY., 1983.
  • Walter Ingo, Studies in International Environmental Economics, John Wiley, London, 1988.
ARC 472 Professional Practice & Legislation
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (1st Term)

Hrs/Week: [(2+1) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75

Course Contents

The course explains the roles of the architect, The contractor and the owner during the building and construction process. It is a study of the professional practice codes and legislations in terms of rights, Commitments, Ethics and scope of services. Types of contracts, Fees, Bidding and construction supervision are the main issues of this course. Also, Types of contracting agreements and guarantee against construction flaws are discussed and analyzed by applying case studies. Finally, The course discusses building codes

    References:
  • محمد زكى حواس, فن البناء المعاصر (قوانين وتشريعات وتنظيم المبانى), مكتبة عالم الكتب, 1979.
  • عادل أمين, قانون المباني - قانون توجيه وتنظيم أعمال البناء في مصر, دار المعارف, 1996.
  • محمد ماجد خلوصى, جمال الدين نصار, قانون وتشريعات معمارية, 1996.
ARC 481 Urban & Architectural Heritage
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)]
Marks: [(0+0+0) + (75+75+0)] = 150

Course Contents

The course emphasizes the importance of architectural and urban heritage. The study introduces criteria for classifying and documenting the heritage, Study of environmental problems: Subsoil water, Air pollution, Visual pollution, Miseuse of buildings and spaces, Negligence and lack of maintenance, The principles of preservation and techniques of restoration for architectural heritage.

    References:
  • Feilden, Bernard M., Conservation of Historic Buildings, Butterworth Scientific, London, 1982.
  • Pickard, Robert D., Conservation in the Built Environment, Longman Publisher. Essex, 1996.
  • Warren John and El, Conkxt: New Building in Historic Settings, Architectural Press, Oxford, 1998.
ARC 491 Project Studies & Technical Report
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (1+1)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (35+15+0)] = 50

Course Contents

This course introduces the student with different techniques for preparing technical reports analysis of collected data and conclude the architectural program for different architectural components. Different studies for functional aspects, Ecological and different architectural styles for similar architectural projects are to be argued and compared with similar architectural projects. The student is to submit, By the end of the course, A final report concerning the site and ecological analysis of his project within a comparative study with different and similar project, That will finally lead to his final architectural program.

    References:
  • Joseph De Chiara, Time Saver Standards for Site Planning, McGraw Hill Book Co., USA, 1984.
ARC 499 Project
4th Year: Architecture Engineering - Architecture (2nd Term)

Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (0+16)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (0+200+200)] = 400

Course Contents

The student deals with the analysis and design of a complete engineering system using the fundamentals, Principles and skills he gained during his study. The project's report presented by the student should include the details of the analysis and design satisfying the concerned code requirements, The computer applications as well as the experimental work when necessary, In addition to the technical engineering drawing of his design. Throughout the project report and at oral the exam, The student should prove his complete understanding of the elements of the project and his capability to apply them in his future engineering

    References:
  • Selected References, Scientific Papers, Research Reports, Manuals, Catalogues, Software Packages.