UNIVERSITY OF THE CORDILLERAS

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

Department of Architecture

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE (BSAR)

SY 2018 Curriculum

OUTCOMES-BASED SYLLABUS
I. Course Code – Name AVC 2 L&S – Architectural Visual Communication 2 - Visual Tech. 1 Classification Code AC-02
Term and Year Offered 1st Term 1st Year Course Classification ALLIED COURSE
II. Course Description Drawing exercises in pencil, charcoal, pen and ink and other Monochromatic media.

Contact Hours: 121 hours per term Credit Units: 1 Unit Lecture
2 meetings per week, 4 hours per meeting - studio 2 Units Studio
1 meeting per week, 1.5 hours per meeting - lec
13 weeks - studio
12 weeks - lec
Prerequisite(s): None Co-requisites: None

III. Institutional Vision: UC envisions itself as a community of scholars aggressively involved in the pursuit of knowledge who help preserve Filipino culture and values to act
Mission, Vision positively by training them to think critically and creatively.
Statement (VM)
Mission Statement: To provide functional knowledge and skills, dynamic interaction, and leadership in various disciplines for a better quality of life.
To these ends, UC shall:
1. Develop teaching-learning environment that is conducive to inquiry and independent thought;
2. Regularly update its curricular offerings to keep abreast of the ever-changing academic environment;
3. Intensify the university’s research and community involvement programs;
4. Contribute to the appreciation of the historical and cultural heritage of the Filipinos;
5. Be actively involved in the molding of a national identity, the formation of the national purpose, and the attainment of unity among Filipinos;
6. Cultivate a deep sense of moral and spiritual values;
7. Expand its scholarship program by making it available to a wide segment of the community; and
8. Empower its constituents for responsible and functional leadership.

UC Graduate Attributes:
o Professional Competence, ○ Collaborative ○ Lifelong learning capabilities
o Critical thinking and Problem Solving ○ Communication Skills

College Mission: The College of Engineering & Architecture (CEA) commits to train and produce graduates who will be A.R.M.D.:
Able to pass the licensure examinations and/or government/industry certifications;
Ready for professional practice;

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 Steadfast in upholding Moral uprightness;
Confident and aggressive in the pursuit of professional and personal Development.

IV. Program Within 3 to 5 years after graduation, graduates of Architecture are expected to: Mission Vision
Educational
Objectives PEO 1 Practice and grow as civil engineers, conducting research and designing, developing or maintaining projects in
√ √
(PEO) various technical areas of Architecture.

PEO 2 Pursue life-long learning evidenced by attending graduate school, continuous professional development and
√ √
membership in a professional organization.

PEO 3 Be active members in the workplace and in professional organizations by demonstrating effective communication
√ √
skills, ethical responsibility and social awareness.

V. Student By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall be able to: PEO 1 PEO 2 PEO3
Outcomes (SO)
SO 1 . to keep abreast of the developments in the field of architecture practice.
SO 2 the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino
The ability to work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural
SO 3
teams.
SO 4 A recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility
Creation of architectural solutions by applying knowledge in history, theory,
SO 5 planning, building technology and utilities, structural concepts and professional
practice
Use of concepts and principles from specialized fields and allied disciplines into
SO 6
various architectural problems.
Preparation of contract documents, technical reports and other legal documents
SO 7 used in architectural practice adhering to applicable laws, standards and
regulations.

SO 8 Interpretation and application of relevant laws, codes, charters and standards of

architecture and the built environment.
SO 9 Application of research methods to address architectural problems.
Use of various information and communication technology (ICT) media for
SO 10
architectural solutions, presentation, and techniques in design and construction.
Acquisition of entrepreneurial and business acumen relevant to architecture
SO 11
practice.

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 Involvement in the management of the construction works and building
SO 12
administration.

VI. Course At the end of the course, the students shall be able to: Program Education
Student Outcomes
Learning Objectives
Outcomes (CLO)

PEO 1

PEO 2

PEO 3
SO 10

SO 11

SO 12
SO 1

SO 2

SO 3

SO 4

SO 5

SO 6

SO 7

SO 8

SO 9
CLO 1 Apply and visualize three-dimensional forms. I
CLO 2 Demonstrate the aspects of freehand drawings of
still-life, architectural perspectives and other
I
architectural forms using different media in black
and white and monochrome.
CLO 3 Compile and submit portfolio of works. I
I - Introduced P - Practiced D - Demonstrated

VII. Course Content

Grading Topics/Activities No. of Meetings Teaching Graded Activities

Period (Time Allotment) Learning
Activities
MIDTERM ORIENTATION 13 meetings – studio Lecture, Research Works,
Course Syllabus, Course Expectations and Learning Contract 12 meeting - lec Demonstration Plates,
(60.5 Hours) Advising, Exam
Module 1: Visual Technology as presentation Experiential Learning
A. Principles of freehand drawing including composition and shading.
B. Pencil
C. Pencil Strokes
D. Tone building Techniques
E. value studies
F. Light and Shade
G. Reproduction drawings (pencil)
H. Indoor sketching.

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 Topic Learning Outcomes (TLO)
1. To recognize the different techniques in pencil rendering. (CLO 1), (CLO 2), (CLO 3).
2. To recognize and understand the importance of demonstrating their capability in reproduction rendering using pencil. (CLO 2), (CLO 3).
3. To demonstrate pencil sketching in actual indoor sketching. (CLO 2), (CLO 3).
FINALS Module 2: Visual Technology Application 13 meetings – studio Lecture, Research Works,
A. Reproduction drawings (pen and ink) 12 meeting - lec Demonstration Plates,
B. Outdoor sketching (60.5 Hours) Advising, Experiential Exam
C. Principles of incorporating architectural entourage in perspectives. Learning
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)
1. To recognize the different techniques in pen & ink in rendering. (CLO 1), (CLO 2), (CLO 3).
2. To demonstrate and reproduce photographs and other works using pen & ink. (CLO 1), (CLO 2), (CLO 3).
3. To demonstrate pen and ink sketching in actual site visit. (CLO 1), (CLO 2), (CLO 3).

VIII. CO Assessment Tasks (AT)

CLOs Assessment Tools Standard

CLO 1 Class Standing (Research Works, Plates, Exam). At least 60% of the students will get a score of at least 60%.
CLO 2 Class Standing (Research Works, Plates, Exam). At least 60% of the students will get a score of at least 60%.
CLO 3 Class Standing (Research Works, Plates, Exam). At least 60% of the students will get a score of at least 60%.

IX. Computation of Scores

Passing Score: 60%

Raw Midterm Score (RMS): 50% (Class Standing) + 50% (Midterm Exam Score)
Raw Final Score (RFS): 50% (Class Standing) + 50% (Final Exam Score)

Final Score (FS): 50% (MS) + 50% (RFS)

Note: Scores are transmuted to an equivalent grade where a score of at least 60% would be the minimum passing grade of 75.

X. References

Textbook Barber, Barrington (2006). The Fundamentals of Drawing Color.

References Cooper, Douglas. (2001). Drawing and perceiving: life drawing for students of architecture and design. (3rd ed). New York: John Wiley.
Hamilton, John. (2004). The Complete sketching book. London: Cassell Illustrated.
Smagula, Howard J. (2002). Creative drawing. 2nd ed. Boston.
Websites http://www.faber-castell.comau/docs. 5/2/2008.
http:’’www.portrait-artist.or/face/index.html. 5/2/2008
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pencil
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 www.flickr.com/photos/johntewell/2408894939/
http://izismile.com/2009/04/10/these_portraits_are_drawn_with_a_pencil_13_pics.html
www.flickr.com/photos/novikova/434964811/
www.flickr.com/photos/kimberly_images/4335413643/
www.flickr.com/photos/schumata/3478751544/
www.flickr.com/photos/renzodionigi/3354139348/
http://www.cab.uszeged.hu/wm/paint/auth/eyck/ghent/white-red.jpg
www.flickr.com/photos/32612305@N00/435006906/
www.flickr.com/photos/ademc/483898194/
www.flickr.com/photos/-kido-/2620687708/
http://www.learn-to-draw-and-paint.com/sketching-outdoors.html
http://www.flickr.com/photos/dcguk/2193508230/in/photostream/
www.gertrudisgraphics.com/gmx-photopainter-in...

XI. Other Course Policy

Attendance The maximum allowable number of absences of a student per trimester is 20% of the total number of class hours. A student who incurs more than the
allowable percentage of class hours, whether excused or unexcused, will be considered unofficially dropped and shall be given a failing grade. However,
other considerations shall be considered as reflected in the CEA Student handbook regarding Classroom Policies.
Assignment Assignments and other coursework are due at the beginning of the class period of the specified date. Late assignments are worth 50% credit after due
date.
Language of Lectures, discussion, and documentation will be in English. Written and spoken work may receive a lower mark if it is, in the opinion of the instructor,
Instruction deficient in English.
Consultation Consultation schedules with the instructors are posted in the CEA bulletin board. It is recommended that the student first set an appointment to confirm the
Schedules instructor’s availability. All consultation activities should be reflected in the Student-Teacher Consultation Form.
Final Product/ As its culmination for the subject, the theories learned from this subject needs to have application that would lead in the final plate to be submitted before
Performance/ the first day of final examination.
Capstone Project

XII. Committee Member/s

Chair:
Ar. Robert V. Romero
Member:
Ar. Neriza S. Bacaoat
Ar. Nikko D. Casas
Ar. Julie Ann Manabat

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 Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by References Verified Noted by

Ar. Neriza S. Bacaoat Ar. Nicanor K. Latogan Engr. Nelson G. Notarte Ms. Beverly B. Chapichap Dr. Roldan C. Ta-a
Instructor Program Chairman, Architecture OIC, CEA Chief Librarian VPAA

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