College of Engineering Education

BCE 321/L – COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Course Number: BCE 321/L

2. Course Name: Building Systems Design
3. Course Description: This course will focus on developing knowledge of building systems, including
building materials and construction techniques, and will foster the skills
required to adopt a building system approach compliant to the National
Building Code and its referral codes. The laboratory sessions will focus on the
tools to create a computer-generated building model and simulation so that
students will develop techniques looking at both realistic and schematic
representation, and the integration of building systems modeling as a tool to
inform and enhance the design process.
4. Pre-requisite: DRAW101/D – Engineering Drawing and Plans
5. Co-requisite: None
6. Credit: 2.0 units lecture, 1.0 unit laboratory
7. Class Schedule: 4 lecture hours per week, 6 laboratory hours per week
8. Program Educational Objectives (PEO) of BS Civil Engineering (BSCE) Program:
Three to five years after graduation, the BSCE graduates are expected to:
1. Pursue to be globally competitive through engineering professional’s engagement,
completion of an advanced degree, and/or participating in professional development
programs or trainings.
2. Demonstrate professional success through collaborations and innovations in the field;
addressing technical, environmental, economic, social, political, and/or business challenges.
3. Exhibit professional behavior and attitude in engineering practice.

9. Student Outcomes (SO) of BSCE and their links to PEO

PEO
By the time of graduation, the students of the BSCE program shall have the ability to: 1 2 3
SO a apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex civil engineering problems;  
SO b design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;  

SO c design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic

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constraints, in accordance with standards;
SO d * function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams;   
SO e * identify, formulate, and solve complex civil engineering problems;  
SO f * understand professional and ethical responsibility;   

SO g communicate effectively civil engineering activities with the engineering community and
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with society at large;
SO h understand the impact of civil engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental,
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and societal context;
SO i recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning;  
SO j * know contemporary issues;  

SO k use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for civil engineering
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practice;
SO l know and understand engineering and management principles as a member and leader
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of a team in a multidisciplinary environment;
SO m understand at least one specialized field of civil engineering practice.   
Note: * SO being addressed in this course

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PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

VISION: By 2022, a globally recognized institution providing
(PEOs) OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
quality, affordable and open education.
PROGRAM (CE)
MISSION: To provide a dynamic and supportive academic
1. Pursue to be globally competitive
environment through the highest standards of instruction,
through engineering professional’s
research and extension in a non-sectarian institution
engagement, completion of an
committed to democratizing access to education.
advanced degree, and/or
participating in professional
VALUES: Excellence, Honesty and Integrity, Innovation and
development programs or trainings.
Teamwork
2. Demonstrate professional success
CORE COMPETENCY: “Quality affordable open education”
through collaborations and
innovations in the field; addressing
technical, environmental, economic,
social, political, and/or business
challenges.

STUDENT OUTCOMES (SOs) OF CIVIL ENGINEERING PROGRAM 3. Exhibit professional behavior and
(CE) attitude in engineering practice.

a. apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve

complex civil engineering problems COURSE OUTCOMES (COs) of BCE 321/L
b. design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze – Building Systems Design
and interpret data
c. design a system, component, or process to meet desired CO 1. Recognize the principles used in
needs within realistic constraints, in accordance with the appropriate selection of interior and
standards exterior construction materials, finishes,
d. function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams
products, components, and assemblies
e. identify, formulate, and solve complex civil engineering
relative to fundamental performance,
problems
aesthetics, durability, environmental
f. understand professional and ethical responsibility
impact, material resources, and cost-
g. communicate effectively civil engineering activities with
effectivity
the engineering community and with society at large
h. understand the impact of civil engineering solutions in a
global, economic, environmental, and societal context CO 2. Develop the appropriate
i. recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning application and performance of building
j. know contemporary issues service systems, including lighting,
k. use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools mechanical, plumbing, electrical,
necessary for civil engineering practice communication, vertical transportation,
l. know and understand engineering and management security, and fire protection systems.
principles as a member and leader of a team in a
multidisciplinary environment
m. understand at least one specialized field of civil CO 3. Ability to make technically clear
engineering practice drawings, and outline specifications.

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10. Course Outcomes (CO) of BCE 321/L and their links to SO

Upon completion of the course, the BSCE students are SO
expected to: a b c d e f g h i j k l m
CO 1. Recognize the principles used in the appropriate selection of
interior and exterior construction materials, finishes, products,
components, and assemblies relative to fundamental performance,
E E E I I I I E
aesthetics, durability, environmental impact, material resources,
and cost-effectivity

CO 2. Develop the appropriate application and performance of

building service systems, including lighting, mechanical, plumbing,
electrical, communication, vertical transportation, security, and E E E I I I I E
fire protection systems.

CO 3. Ability to make technically clear drawings, and outline

specifications. E E E I I I I E

Legend: I = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have been introduced to the SO.
E = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have enabled themselves to attain the SO.
D = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have demonstrated partly or fully the SO.
CO and Assessment Task Alignment
Assessment Task
CO Theory-based Practice-based Assessment Coverage
Schedule
CO 1. Recognize the Multiple Choice Exam 1 ➢ Philippine Codes and
principles used in the Questions Regulations
appropriate selection of
interior and exterior Multiple Choice Exam 2 ➢ Technical Documentation
construction materials, Questions ➢ Building Envelope System
finishes, products, and Assemblies
components, and ➢ Building Materials and
assemblies relative to Assemblies
fundamental
performance, Project Proposal Exam 4 ➢ Financial Considerations
aesthetics, durability, (Complete Building
environmental impact, System Design), and
material resources, and Presentation of
cost-effectivity Laboratory Manual and
Practical Examination
CO 2. Develop the Project Proposal Exam 3 ➢ Building Service Systems
appropriate application (Service System - Mechanical Systems
and performance of Design) - Plumbing Systems
- Electrical
building service
Communication, and
systems, including Security
lighting, mechanical, - Fire Protection System
plumbing, electrical,
communication, vertical Project Proposal Exam 4 ➢ Design of Building Systems
transportation, security, (Complete Building
and fire protection System Design), and
systems. Presentation of
Laboratory Manual and
Practical Examination

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CO 3. Ability to make Project Proposal Exam 3 & 4 Topics from 1st to 8th
technically clear Week
drawings, and outline
specifications.

Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Details

Schedule Task

First Exam Topics from Multiple Choice You are expected to recognize the various standards of
1st to 2nd Questions the National Building Code of the Philippines, including
Week Sanitation, Fire, Architectural and Electrical standards
for construction.

Second Exam Topics from Multiple Choice You are expected to know the standards on how to
3rd to 4th Questions make technical documentation/drawings in building
Week design based on the previously recognized standards.
You are also expected to demonstrate knowledge and
understanding on Building Envelope Systems and
Assemblies, and Building Materials and how to assess
their cost and efficiency.

Assessment Task Details (Practice/Performance-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details

Schedule
Third Exam Topics from Project proposal (Service • In this task, you are required to present a
5th to 6th System Design) building service system design proposal based
Week on knowledge on building lighting,
mechanical (includes vertical transport),
plumbing, electrical, communication,
security, and fire protection.
• You are also expected to perform the
following:
1. Identify the level of efficiency of your
service system design.
2. Estimate the cost of your design and
identify its economic impact on the
construction cost.

• You will be graded according to the following

criteria (see rubric attached):
a. Identify the Engineering problem (10%)
b. Ability to formulate engineering
solutions to a given problem (10%)
c. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to
solve engineering problem (10%)

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d. Identify necessary techniques, skills

and tools of modern engineering
practice for a given situation (10%)
e. Explain the use of specific techniques,
skills and tools of modern engineering
practice (20%)
f. Apply the chosen techniques, skills and
tools of modern engineering practice to
the given situation (20%)
g. Content (20%)

Final Topics from Project proposal (Complete • In continuation with the previous assessment
Examination 1st to 8th Building System Design) task, you are required to present a complete
Week building system design of facilities (i.e.
company or industrial facilities) following all
the standards provided by the Philippine
Codes.
• You are also required defend and market your
proposed design to a company (in this case
the teacher in charge is the company owner).
1. Estimate the cost of your design and
identify its economic impact on the
construction cost.
• You will be graded according to the following
criteria (see rubric attached):

a. Identify the Engineering problem (10%)

b. Ability to formulate engineering
solutions to a given problem (10%)
c. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to
solve engineering problem (10%)
d. Identify necessary techniques, skills
and tools of modern engineering
practice for a given situation (10%)
e. Explain the use of specific techniques,
skills and tools of modern engineering
practice (20%)
f. Apply the chosen techniques, skills and
tools of modern engineering practice to
the given situation (20%)
g. Content (20%)

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11. COURSE OUTLINE AND TIME FRAME

TIME FRAME TOPICS TLA REQUIRED READINGS

Week 1 • Orientation (UM VMG, CEE PEO, Grading • Discussion
To System) • Lecture National Building Code of the Philippines
Week 2 • Oral Presentation (2015)
➢ Policies & Guidelines • Group Dynamics
- Overview of the Course Architectural Code (2015)
➢ Philippine Codes and Regulations
- National Building Code of the National Structural Code of the
Philippines Philippines (2015)
- Architectural Code
- National Structural Code of the Electrical Code of the Philippines (2015)
Philippines
Fire Code (2015)
- Electrical Code of the Philippines
- Fire Code National Plumbing Code (2015)
- National Plumbing Code
- Sanitation Code of the Philippines Sanitation Code of the Philippine (2015)

FIRST EXAMINATION
Week 3 ➢ Technical Documentation • Lecture
To - Space planning • Discussion Fundamentals of Building and
Week 4 - Calculations • Oral Presentation Construction (6th Ed.)
- Specifications • Group Dynamics
- Quantity Survey • Plates and Quizzes
- Cost Estimates
- Building Permit
➢ Building Envelope System and
Assemblies
- Fundamentals of Performance
- Aesthetics
- Moisture Transfer
- Durability
- Energy and Material Resources
➢ Building Materials and Assemblies
- Appropriate selection of interior
and exterior construction materials
Finishes, Products, Components,
and Environmental Impact and
Reuse of Materials
SECOND EXAMINATION
Week 5 ➢ Building Service Systems • Lecture
to - Mechanical Systems • Discussion Fundamentals of Building and
Week 6 - Plumbing Systems • Design Proposal Construction (6th Ed.)
- Electrical Communication, and • Group Dynamics
Security • Video Presentation
- Fire Protection System • Laboratory works
• Site Visit
THIRD EXAMINATION
Week 7 to ➢ Financial Considerations • Lecture Fundamentals of Building and
Week 8 - Fundamentals of Building Cost • Discussion Construction (6th Ed.)
- Life-Cycle Costs • Oral Presentation
- Other Economic Considerations • Group Dynamics
Week 8 to ➢ Design of Building Systems • Lecture Fundamentals of Building and
Week 9 • Group Dynamics Construction (6th Ed.)
• Design Proposal
• Consultation
FOURTH EXAMINATION

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12. TEXTBOOK :
a. Binggeli, C. (2016). Building systems for interior designers. ProQuest Ebook Central
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com
b. Kibert, C. J. (2016). Sustainable construction : Green building design and delivery. ProQuest
Ebook Central https://ebookcentral.proquest.com

REFERENCES
a. Lynn, A. C., & Reitherman, R. (Eds.). (2011). Building integration solutions. ProQuest Ebook
Central https://ebookcentral.proquest.com
b. Allen, E., & Iano, J. (2013). Fundamentals of building construction : Materials and methods.
ProQuest Ebook Central https://ebookcentral.proquest.com
c. Wujeck & Dagostino, (2010). MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS in Architecture,
Engineering, and Construction, New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
d. Grondzik, Walter T. et al., (2010). Mechanical and Electrical Equipment For Buildings (11 th ed.),
New Jersey: Jhon Wiley & Sons Inc.
e. Kanipe, Stephen (2014). Building Code Basics: Energy : Based on the 2012 International Energy
Conservation Code, Portland OR: Ringgold Inc.
f. Laughton, M. A., & Warne, D. F. (Eds.). (2002). Electrical engineer's reference book. ProQuest
Ebook Central https://ebookcentral.proquest.com
g. National Building Code of the Philippines (2015)
h. National Structural Code of the Philippines (2015)

13. COURSE EVALUATION

Assessment methods Weights

I. Examinations 60%
A. Exam 1 10%
B. Exam 2 10%
C. Exam 3 10%
D. Exam 4 30%

E. Quizzes 10%
F. Assignments/Plates 30%
100%

14. POLICIES AND GUIDELINES.

a. Attendance is counted from the first regular class meeting.
b. A validated student identification card must always be worn by all students while attending classes.
c. Cheating is strictly prohibited. Any form of dishonesty shall be dealt with accordingly. Honesty is
called for at all times.
d. Valid examination permits are necessary in taking the examinations as scheduled. CELLULAR
PHONES or any ELECTRONIC GADGETS and PRESCRIBED PRC CALCULATORS are NOT allowed during
EXAMINATIONS.
e. Base-15 grading policy should be observed. Students who obtained failing scores in major exams
are recommended to attend the tutorial class.
f. The policies and guidelines from existing relevant operational procedures manual (OPM) instituted
by the university shall always be adhered.

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Prepared by: Reviewed by:

ALFONSE IRENEO T. ESTIBAL, RCE SHOWNA LEE T. SALES, RCE, RMP, ME1
NORODDIN V. MELOG, RCE BSCE, Program Head
DANIELYN F. PLAZOS, RCE
Faculty

References reviewed by:

BRIGIDA E. BACANI, MAEd-LS

Head-LIC

Recommending approval:

CHARLITO L. CAÑESARES, DEng-ME

Dean, College of Engineering Education

Approved by:

PEDRITO M. CASTILLO II, Ed. D

AVP-Learning Innovation and Design

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RUBRIC for Design Proposal

Performance Indicator Beginning Developing Meets Expectations Exceeds Expectations
(PI) (1) (2) (3) (4)
Identify the Shows difficulty in Shows incomplete Shows correct Shows accurate and
Engineering problem identifying the identification of the identification of the detailed identification
(10%) problem problem problem of the problem
Ability to formulate Does not formulate an Presents a general Presents a specific Presents a detailed
engineering solutions appropriate solution approach to solve an approach to solve an step by step solution
to a given problem to the problem engineering problem engineering problem to solve an
(10%) engineering problem
Misses a large number Recognizes some key Recognizes most key
of the key terms of the terms of the problem terms of the problem Recognizes all key
problem and how and how these are and how these are terms of the problem
these are defined defined defined and how these are
defined
Finds no resources for Finds limited Determines adequate
problem solutions resources for problem resources to solve Determines optimal
solution problems resources needed to
solve problems
Ability to apply Does not solve the Presents incomplete Presents solution to Derives and presents
theoretical concepts given engineering solution to the the problem but with clearly the correct
to solve engineering problem using the problem using the minor inconsistencies solution to the
problem (10%) identified theoretical identified theoretical using the identified problem using the
concepts. concepts. theoretical concepts. identified theoretical
concepts.
Identify necessary Identifies a small Identifies some Identifies almost all of Identifies all relevant
techniques, skills subset of necessary techniques, skills, and the relevant techniques, skills, and
and tools of modern techniques, skills, and tools, but missing techniques, skills, and tools
engineering practice tools some important items tools
for a given situation Includes some Does not include
(10%) unrelated techniques, Missing very minor unrelated techniques,
skills, and tools techniques, skills, and skills, and tools
tools
Explain the use of Provides little Explains how some Explains how almost Explains how all
specific techniques, explanation of how techniques, skills, and all of the techniques, relevant techniques,
skills the techniques, skills, tools should be used, skills, and tools should skills, and tools should
and tools of modern and tools should be but missing some be used be used
engineering practice used important items
(20%) Shows adequate Shows in-depth
Provides incorrect Provides some understanding of understanding of
explanation of how to incorrect explanations techniques, skills, and techniques, skills, and
use techniques, skills, of how to use tools tools
and tools techniques, skills, and
tools Missing the Does not explain
explanation of very unrelated aspects of
minor techniques, techniques, skills, and
skills, and tools tools

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Apply the chosen Applies a small subset Applies correctly some Applies correctly Applies correctly all
techniques, skills of the necessary of the techniques, almost all of the relevant techniques,
and tools of modern techniques, skills, and skills, and tools, but techniques, skills, and skills, and tools
engineering practice tools missing some tools
to the given situation important items Demonstrates
(20%) Demonstrates mastery of
Applies incorrectly Applies incorrectly adequate use of techniques, skills, and
the techniques, skills, some techniques, techniques, skills, and tools
and tools skills, and tools tools
Does not apply
Applies incorrectly unnecessary
some minor techniques, skills, and
techniques, skills, and tools
tools
Content (20%) Shows poor Shows a poor Shows a good Shows full
understanding of understanding of most understanding of understanding of
topic; inappropriate parts of topic; most parts of topic; topic; audience
for audience; contains audience unable to audience understood understood most of
several factual errors. follow the flow of the most of talk but talk and learned
talk and learned little; learned little; substantially; no
Contains inconsistent contains 1-2 factual contains one factual factual errors.
or very few details errors. error. Provides
that interfere the Contains some details, adequate supporting Provides significant
meaning of the text. include extraneous or detail to support supporting details to
loosely related solution/argument. support
materials. solution/argument.

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