Arch 109: Building & Finish Materials; Credit: 2; Contact Hours: 1.5 hrs/week
Rationale: Materials are your building blocks. We cannot build without them. Know your materials - they have color, texture, hardness, softness, glossiness, dullness, hotness, or coldness. What are they used for and what are their limitations? Brick, concrete, stone all have similar properties, but you might not use a brick to make an arch. Metal, what kind of metal? What finishes on the metal? How is it attached? How durable is it? How long will it last? What materials does it take to make a material, like, are you using sustainable materials? It is also contingent on budget. Knowing materials gives you an idea of cost. Do you use plastic laminate countertop or can you afford granite? Ceramic tile or marble tile? each material ahs it’s characteristics that must be weighed against cost. Durability, constructability, longevity are all important to know. Also schedule, how soon can you get the material? Where is it coming from? How long does it take to fabricate and ship to the site? These are important to know that a professional should have,
Objective: The objective of the course is that students would grow insight into building materials & finish materials, their qualities, their property, economic & sustainable use of materials, etc.
Introductory Message from Course Teacher
Course Teacher Introduction: Lamiya Fariha Lecturer,Department of Architecture Daffodil International University Personal Webpage: Lamiya Fariha Email: lamiya.arch@diu.edu.bdPhone: +8801716338388 Fix an appointment with me!