SYLLABUS in AR 111/111.1 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1, LEC.

AND LAB

VISION, MISSION, GOALS and OBJECTIVES of the UNIVERSITY of SANTO TOMAS – LEGAZPI

The Vision: We, the University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi, in a life of truth and love out of gratitude, envision the University as a premier Catholic institution of learning for Thomasians whose minds and hearts
are nurtured and molded for Christian social transformation.

The Mission: We, the University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi, a Dominican institution of learning under the patronage of St. Thomas Aquinas commit ourselves to:
 the pursuit of excellence in academics and health services through dedicated study;
 the strengthening of our moral integrity through fervent prayer and witnessing;
 the sharing with others the fruits of our endeavor through loving service;
 the enhancement of our emotional maturity towards an integrated Christian community; and
 the promotion of cultural advocacy for a genuine appreciation of Catholic, Filipino, and Bikol identity.

The Goals:
1. a Christ-centered educational community;
2. a respected HEI with consistently high academic standard and values-oriented, socially responsive and globally competitive academic programs;
3. a reputable leader in Primary and Secondary Science Education, Religious and Teacher Education, Business Management, Accountancy, Engineering, Architecture, Fine Arts, Communication and
Liberal Arts, Health Sciences, Law and Graduate Studies;
4. a prominent teaching hospital in the region;
5. a renowned center for Bikol Studies, community development, environmental protection, and disaster risk management;
6. a leading university for professional development, quality management, innovation, internationalization, and financial sustainability; and
7. a deregulated university by 2025.

The Objectives:

1. To foster among Legazpi Thomasians a culture of charity borne out of gratitude;

2. To create an educational environment that instills robust sense of Christian and professional values for public service;
3. To promote within the University a work ethic in the spirit of service, collegiality, and solidarity;
4. To offer spiritual, moral, and emotional formation programs to members of our community;
5. To advocate social justice through equitable socio-economic relations, respect for human rights and cultural diversity;
6. To develop the course programs for strategic partnerships and transformative education;
 7. To achieve excellent academic performance specifically in licensure exams;
8. To work for the local and international accreditation of academic programs;
9. To respond to the changing local and global opportunities and challenges;
10. To be the center for training and development of faculty and support personnel in various fields of education, especially in Catechetical formation and healthcare education;
11. To provide an avenue for researches and training in medical and health services of students and professionals in health sciences;
12. To provide community health programs for the less privileged;
13. To engage healthcare professionals in the delivery of holistic health services;
14. To establish UST-Legazpi as the center for Bikol studies in research, language, culture, and the arts;
15. To engage all stakeholders in community development and extension programs;
16. To maintain a balanced and healthful ecology;
17. To be a center for solid waste and disaster risk management;
18. To comply with the requirements of a university;
19. To ensure institutional sustainability and viability thru quality systems, procedures, and sound resource management;
20. To optimize talents for self-development, communal welfare, and regional distinction; and
21. To promote health of mind and body through sustained scientifically-based wellness programs.

VISION, MISSION, GOALS and OBJECTIVES of the COLLEGE of College of Engineering, Architecture and Fine Arts

The Vision: By 2025, in a deregulated UST-Legazpi, we envision the College of Engineering, Architecture and Fine Arts to be a sustainable, proficient, and dynamic fulcrum of ENGINEERING,
ARCHITECTURE, FINE ARTS, LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE, and COMPUTER SCIENCE education marked by a Thomasian Culture that is Catholic and Dominican.

The Mission: We, the College of Engineering, Architecture and Fine Arts of University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi, inspired by St. Thomas, commit ourselves to the pursuit of academic excellence through distinct
integration of knowledge and technical skills, immersed in Christian Values of fervent prayer and witnessing, which are essential for the development of a progressive Christian community for promoting
cultural advocacy and producing competitive engineers, architects, computer scientists, artists, library and information scientists.

The Goals: CEAFA aims to:

1. Sustain the academic programs in line with engineering, architecture, fine arts, library information and computer science;
2. Produce responsive graduates and students;
3. Improve on academic performances by the students and faculty;
4. Seek recognition of CEAFA (students, faculty, and admin staff) locally and internationally; and
5. Support the research and development program of the university.

The Objectives: CEAFA aims to:

1. To engage CEAFA personnel and students in spiritual, moral, and emotional programs fostering a culture of charity borne out of gratitude, intellectually and socially responsible
stewards of God’s creation and teaching.
2. To promote within the university work ethic in the spirit of service, collegiality, and solidarity;
3. To participate in social, political, economic, cultural and environmental advocacies and programs of the University;
4. To produce CEAFA graduates who are academically competent and technically skilled based on national and international standards with a sense of Christian and professional values
for public service;
5. To develop academic programs for strategic partnerships and transformative education;
 6. To achieve excellent academic performance specifically in BSCE, BSECE and BS Arch licensure exams;
7. To work for local and international accreditations of the College of Engineering, Architecture and Fine Arts programs;
8. To respond to the changing local and global opportunities and challenges;
9. To be the center for training and development of faculty and academic support personnel in various fields of education;
10. To involve the CEAFA personnel and students in research;
11. To participate in establishing UST– Legazpi as the center for Bikol studies in research, culture and the arts;
12. To engage the CEAFA in community development & extension programs;
13. To comply with the requirements of a university;
14. To engage the CEAFA in quality management systems;
15. To ensure sustainability and viability of the different College of Engineering, Architecture and Fine Arts programs through sound resource management;
16. To optimize talents for self–development, communal welfare, and regional distinction;
17. To promote health of mind and body through sustained wellness programs

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

a. Perform standard competencies in accordance with the scope of the global and local practice of architecture.
b. Show traits of professionalism, sense of responsibility, equality and patriotism.
c. Receptiveness to new ideas and knowledge through scientific research.
d. Direct and focus the thrust of architecture education to the needs and demands of society and its integration into the social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of nation building.
e. Instill understanding of the basic philosophy and fundamental principles of the multi-dimensional aspects of architecture, and the direct relationship between man and his environment.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall be able to:

a. keep abreast with the developments in the field of architecture practice;

b. effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino;
c. work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams;
d. recognize professional, social, and ethical responsibility;
e. create architectural solutions by applying knowledge in history, theory, planning, building technology and utilities, structural concepts and professional practice (design, BT, UT. PP, ES/AS,
HOA/TOA, PLN)
f. use concepts and principles from specialized fields and allied disciplines into various architectural problems (LA, IA, HC, EMP, BU 1-2-3, ES/AS, TOA);
g. prepare contract documents, technical reports and other legal documents used in architectural practice adhering to applicable laws, standards and regulations (DES, BT 1, HSNG, PLN, ENG 3)
h. interpret and apply relevant laws, codes, charters and standards of architecture and the built environments (DES, BT 1, HSNG, BU 1-2-3, PLN)
i. apply research methods to address architectural problems (RMA, ENG 3);
j. use various information and communication technology (ICT) media for architectural solutions, presentation, and techniques in design and construction (VT 1-2-3, CADD 1-2);
k. acquire entrepreneurial and business acumen relevant to architecture practice;
l. involve in the management of the construction works and building administration (PP, BT, BU, Const. Mgmt., ES/AS)
 COURSE CODE & TITLE
COURSE DESCRIPTION
GENERAL LEARNING OUTCOMES
COURSE CONTENT/SUBJECT
MATTER
Prelim (18 hrs.)
 Orientation on subject content,
requirements, classroom and
1 hr. university policies, grading
system and related matters
 Discussion of the Profession
3 hrs.
 Visual Thinking and Graphic
Ideas; Design Concepts
3 hrs.
 Formulation of Ideas, Problem
Solving Activities and
9 hrs.  Presentation of Solution
2 hrs. Prelim Exam: date
AR 111/111.1 – Architectural Design 1, Lec. and Lab CREDIT UNITS: PREREQUISITE:
Lec. – 1; Lab – 2 None
Design fundamentals involving basic creative design exercises with emphasis on space, form and mass.
At the end of the semester, the students should be able to:
1. Learn the nature of architecture by enabling them to discover their ability to manipulate basic forms and shapes into the basis of architectural form
2. Discover shapes and its translation into mass, form and shape
3. Learn the basis of architectural design
4. Express their creativity and skill through manipulation of shapes and forms to achieve the basis of architecture
SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOMES:
TEACHING & LEARNING
At the end of the course, I should be ASSESSMENT TASKS REFERENCES
ACTIVITIES
able to:
 To understand and familiarize the  Discussion  None  Student Handbook
subject matter, requirements,
grading policies/system, and other
related-matters
 To understand the Importance of  Learning Module  Written Exercises  Architect’s Pocket Book. Hetreed,
Architecture  Discussion  Drawing Exercises Jonathan/Ross, Ann/Baden-
Powell, Charlotte. Latest Edition
 Drawing Activities  Unit Test/Seatwork
 Assignments  Architecture, Form, Space &
Order. Ching, Frank D. K.;
 To formulate a Design Concepts
Latest Version
 To have grasp the concept of
 Architectural Theories of Design.
starting an Architectural Design
Salvan, George S.
 Visual Dictionary of Architecture.
 To learn the Basics Drawing of a
Ching, Frank D. K.; Latest
Floor Plan
Version
 Time Saver Standards. De
Chiara, Joseph.; Latest Edition
Midterm (18 hrs.)
 Introduction to Elements of
Design focusing on Forms
4 hrs. (various shapes as applied in
design)
 Introduction to Elements of
Design focusing on Visuals
6 hrs. (color, texture, line, value, shape,
movement, space, etc.)
 Elements of Architecture
 Introduction to Principles of
Design, Order and ordering
Elements
6 hrs.  Geometry and Shapes; Scale,
Size, Proportion and Optical
Weight
 Repetition, Rhythm, Balance,
Symmetry, Harmony and Pattern
 To create Elevations, Sections
 To have skillful handling the
Design And Visual Proportions
 Learning Module  Written Exercises  Architect’s Pocket Book. Hetreed,
 Discussion  Drawing Exercises Jonathan/Ross, Ann/Baden-
Powell, Charlotte.; Latest Edition
 Drawing activities  Unit Test/Seatwork
 Architecture, Form, Space &
 Assignments
Order. Ching, Frank D. K.;
Latest Version
 Architectural Graphic Standards:
McGraw Hill. Latest Edition
 Architectural Theories of Design.
Salvan, George S.
 Visual Dictionary of Architecture.
Ching, Frank D. K.; Latest
Version
 Time Saver Standards. De
Chiara, Joseph.; Latest Edition

2 hrs. Midterm Exam: date

Finals (18 hrs.)

 Creating Architectural Plans  To create a complete
Architectural Plans for a 1-Storey
Residential Building
16 hrs.
 Learning Module  Written Exercises  Architect’s Pocket Book. Hetreed,
 Discussion  Drawing Exercises Jonathan/Ross, Ann/Baden-
 Drawing Activities  Unit Test/Seatwork Powell, Charlotte.; Latest Edition
 Assignments  Architectural Graphic Standards:
McGraw Hill. Latest Edition
 Time Saver Standards. De
Chiara, Joseph.; Latest Edition
 Planning Design Handbook.
Fajardo, Max Jr.; Latest Edition

2 hrs. Final Exam: date

 Prelim Term:
PRELIM GRADE = 50% Academic Exercises + 50% Prelim Exam
Academic Exercises may be composed (of one or of all) of the following:
1. Quiz 2. Recitation 3. Assignment 4. Seatwork 5. Project, Etc.

LAB. GRADE = 50% PRELIM GRADE + 50% LAB. Exercises

Laboratory exercises may be composed (of one or of all) of the following:
1.Plates 2. Esquisse 3. Etc.

Mid-Term:
MID-TERM GRADE= 50% Prelim Grade + 50% Tentative Mid-term Grade
GRADING SYSTEM Tentative Mid-term Grade = 50% Academic Exercises +50% Mid-term Exam Rating

LAB. GRADE = 50% Midterm Grade + 50% Lab. Exercises

Laboratory exercises may be composed (of one or of all) of the following:
1.Plates 2. Esquisse 3. Etc.
Final Term:
FINAL GRADE = 50% Mid-term Grade + 50% Tentative Final Grade
Tentative Final Grade = 50% Academic Exercises + 50% Final Exam Rating
LAB. GRADE = 50% Midterm Grade + 50% Lab. Exercises
Laboratory exercises may be composed (of one or of all) of the following:
1. Plates 2. Esquisse 3. Etc.
 Architect’s Pocket Book. Hetreed, Jonathan/Ross, Ann/Baden-Powell, Charlotte.; Latest Edition
 Architecture, Form, Space & Order. Ching, Frank D. K.; Latest Version
 Visual Dictionary of Architecture Ching, Frank D. K.; Latest Version
TEXT BOOKS/REFERENCES  Architectural Theories of Design. Salvan, George S.
 Time Saver Standards. De Chiara, Joseph.; Latest Version
 Architectural Graphic Standards: McGraw Hill.; Latest Edition
 Planning Design Handbook. Fajardo, Max Jr.; Latest Edition
 1. Failure to take MAJOR EXAM (Prelim Exam and Mid-term Exam) will merit an equivalent grade of 50. Failure to take final exam shall merit a grade of
No Final Exam (NFE), to be completed within fifteen (15) days after the grade day. Non-compliance within the prescribed period will mean a grade for
final examination of zero (0) and the Dean in coordination with the Program Chair shall compute the final grade based on the midterm grade and the
academic performance of the student during the final term.
2. A final grade of 74 and 73 can be removed by taking a Removal Exam. Application for removal examination can be done within three days after the on-
line viewing of grades.
3. Passing score is 60% of the total number of items with an equivalent grade of 75.
MISCELLANY
4. To warrant plus points (50%) in one of the academic exercises during the finals, the student may volunteer in one of the extension services of the
University or may do research.
5. In addition to the policies stipulated in the Student Handbook, the regulations specified in this syllabus shall also be followed.
6. Class starts on time.
7. Class starts and ends with a prayer.
8. Ask permission when you leave the classroom.
9. Leave the room in an orderly manner.

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Endorsed by: Approved by:

AR. JAHARA N. CUERDO, UAP AR. MARIA INDRA M. DADO, MS Arch ENGR. JAVIER R. VICERA, MBA LAARNI P. NAVAL, LPT MARYTINA RAQUEL R. BONGANAY, MOS
Faculty Chair, ARCHI/FA Dean, CEAFA Academic Coordinator Asst. to the Rector for Academic Affairs