ARCHITETTURA TECNICA I E LABORATORIO ARCHITETTURA TECNICA I A - L

Module LABORATORIO ARCHITETTURA TECNICA I

• Knowledge and Understanding

Through exercises, students acquire and deepen their knowledge of the construction techniques required for civil engineering projects, with particular reference to the use of traditional and innovative materials. Design activities also consolidate their understanding of detailed design criteria, graphical representation methods for architectural projects, and digital methodologies for managing and representing design information using BIM.

• Ability to Apply Knowledge and Understanding

Students are able to apply the knowledge acquired through the detailed design of building elements and components, selecting materials and technical solutions consistent with the functional, construction, and performance requirements of the project. Exercises develop the ability to address even complex design problems, integrating traditional and innovative construction techniques and using graphical representation tools and BIM methodologies to define, verify, and communicate the adopted solutions.

• Independent Judgment

Exercises develop students' ability to critically evaluate different construction and design alternatives, making informed choices based on material characteristics, functional and performance requirements, technical feasibility, and the overall coherence of the project. Students are required to integrate technical and design knowledge, making independent and informed assessments even when faced with complex and interdisciplinary issues.

• Communication Skills

Students acquire the ability to communicate design and construction decisions clearly, effectively, and unambiguously through appropriate graphic and technical representation. Particular attention is paid to the ability to develop and interpret detailed drawings, as well as to use the BIM methodology as a tool for representing, documenting, and sharing project information, making the solutions adopted comprehensible even to interlocutors from different disciplines.

• Learning Skills

Design exercises foster the development of an independent working method, aimed at researching, selecting, and updating information on materials, construction techniques, technological systems, and digital design tools. Students thus develop learning skills that are useful for independently pursuing their in-depth study and updating their skills in relation to the evolution of construction technologies, materials, and BIM methodologies.

The course comprises lectures complemented by practical exercises designed to apply the theoretical and methodological content covered during the course.

The design exercises will be reviewed periodically, on a weekly basis, to progressively assess the progress of the work, provide methodological guidance, and support the student in developing design and construction solutions.

Educational seminars and in-depth meetings on specific topics are also planned, with contributions from professionals and experts working in the fields of engineering and architecture, to foster a comparison between the theoretical and methodological content of the course and the experiences gained in professional practice.

3 hours per week during the first semester.

2 hours per week during the second semester.

Design Exercises

Students, organized into working groups of up to three members, will be asked to develop a residential architectural project for a previously identified and assigned lot. The exercise will focus on the integrated application of knowledge related to architectural design, construction techniques, and graphic representation, using the BIM (Building Information Modeling) methodology as a tool for modeling, managing, and representing the building structure.

Required Design Documents

The exercise must include the following documents:

• General project plan – 1:500 scale;

• Plans of the various levels of the building – 1:100 scale;

• Elevations and sections – 1:100 scale;

• Foundation plan – 1:100 scale;

• Fixed wire diagram – 1:100 scale;

• Carpentry drawings – 1:100 scale;

• Horizontal and vertical construction sections – scale 1:10;

• Construction details – scale 1:5.

The drawings must be developed according to criteria of design coherence, graphical accuracy, and technical-constructive consistency, highlighting the proper integration between architectural choices, structural aspects, and technological details of the building structure.

• E. Mandolesi, Edilizia, Vol. I, II, III, IV, Torino, UTET,1991.

• S. I. Colombini, Lezioni di Architettura Tecnica, Catania, IDAU, 1979.

• L. Caleca, Architettura Tecnica, Palermo, FLACCOVIO EDITORE, 1992.

• S. Cascone, Finestre e pareti vetrate, Roma, GANGEMI EDITORE, 1996.

• E. Dassori, R. Morbiducci, Costruire l'architettura, BEMA, 2011.

At the end of the course, there will be an exam to evaluate the design exercises developed during the teaching activities and the knowledge acquired during the lectures.

The oral exam will examine the design documents produced by the student, with particular attention to the coherence of the solutions adopted and their compliance with the technical, construction, and design aspects covered during the course. The student will also be required to illustrate and justify the technical and design choices made, providing reasons and demonstrating the ability to apply the knowledge acquired.

The evaluation will take into account, overall, the level of preparation developed through the lectures and exercises, the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to the solution of design problems, as well as the student's independent judgment and ability to argue and clearly communicate the solutions adopted.

• Non idoneo

Knowledge and understanding: significant gaps and inaccuracies in the topics covered.

Analysis and synthesis skills: irrelevant, with frequent generalizations and difficulty applying knowledge.

Use of references: completely inappropriate or absent.

Application and communication: graphic presentations inadequate or inconsistent with the course content; unclear and insufficiently structured presentation.

• 18–20/30

Knowledge and Understanding: Very modest knowledge of the topics, with obvious imperfections.

Analysis and Synthesis: Barely adequate.

Use of References: Barely appropriate and limited to fundamental content.

Application and Communication: Reading and representation of construction systems is barely adequate, with papers characterized by some inaccuracies.

• 21–23/30

Knowledge and Understanding: Slightly more than adequate knowledge of the topics covered.

Analysis and Synthesis: Fair analysis and synthesis skills; topics are presented in a logical and coherent manner.

Use of References: Appropriate use of standard technical references.

Application and Communication: Adequate ability to apply knowledge to the reading and representation of construction systems, with overall accurate presentations.

• 24–26/30

Knowledge and Understanding: Good knowledge of the topics covered.

Analysis and Synthesis: Good analysis and synthesis skills; topics are presented coherently and adequately justified.

Use of References: Appropriate use of standard technical references.

Application and Communication: Good ability to interpret and represent construction systems, with clear, accurate, and coherent presentations.

• 27–29/30

Knowledge and Understanding: More than good and in-depth knowledge of the topics covered.

Analysis and Synthesis: Excellent skills in analysis, synthesis, and critical review.

Use of References: Significant in-depth study of the technical references and content covered during the course.

Application and Communication: Excellent ability to apply knowledge to the reading, interpretation, and representation of construction systems; the papers are accurate, complete, and technically appropriate.

• 30–30 e lode

Knowledge and Understanding: Excellent, comprehensive, and in-depth knowledge of the topics covered.

Analysis and Synthesis: Excellent analytical, synthesis, and critical reworking skills, with full autonomy in applying knowledge.

Use of References: Significant in-depth analysis and informed and pertinent use of technical references.

Application and Communication: Full mastery of the reading, interpretation, and representation of construction systems, with high-quality technical and graphic documents and clear, rigorous, and effective oral communication.

EXERCISES COMPLETED DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR AND COURSE

Illustrate the project preparation process.

Define the appropriate representation scale for preparing a specific project document.

Work with BIM: component schedules, layout of drawing boards, 3D modeling, and rendering.