MEASI Academy of Architecture

[Affiliated to Anna University]

LESSON PLAN 2023-2024

RE4101 – INTRODUCTION TO REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT & DESIGN

1 Programme M. Arch – Real Estate 6 Category of Subject

Development
Theory
Theory Cum Studio -
2 Regulation R 2021 7 Semester 1st semester
3 Course Code RE4101 8 Academic Year 2023 - 2024
4 Course Title Introduction to Real Estate 9 Department Architecture
Development and Design
5 Course Faculty Ar. Suchithra R 10 No. of Credits 3

11. Categorization of Courses: PCC

12. Course Objectives:
1. To make land more understandable as a resource and a commodity.
2. To offer sufficient inputs to aid in comprehending the complete development process as a fluid
activity and to be aware of the tactical components of the entire process of real estate development
and design.
3. To provide students with understanding of the various planning parameters for layouts and the
approval procedure.
4. To entice students to investigate contemporary tendencies in wealth accumulation and real estate
development.
5. To help students understand how important teamwork is to completing a project successfully.

13. Schedule of Teaching

Date Unit & Period Mode of Reference /
/ Total allocated Topic Delivery & Source
Week Periods by faculty Teaching
per unit Aids

Introduction of Real Estate Development in

W 1 3hrs Architect’s perspective – Syllabus elaboration –
Talk on the career aspects and emphasis on the
multi-faceted opportunities in the market.
Unit 1 PPT,
(6 hrs) Board &
Fundamental Concepts- Physical/Economic
Characteristics Discussions

W 2 3hrs Types of Real Estate, Techniques & Sequential

events in Real Estate Development Process-
surveys and data rationalization; Development
planning – preparation and interpretation
 Site-Inventory – How to arrive at the checklist,
samples. Evaluation - how the data should be
W 3 3 hrs processed & Feasibility Studies – Examples
and points to be noted based on market and PPT,
UNIT 2 demand Board &
(6 hrs) Discussions
Understanding & Analysis of Trends and
Market Trajectories (Micro and Macro
W4 3 hrs market), Factors affecting real estate demand,
Development Team assembly.
ASSESSMENT 1

Introduction to Planning objectives. Layout

W5 Unit 3
Planning Parameters -Plot, Road Network, PPT,
(9 hrs) 3 hrs Infrastructure and open spaces. Board &

W6 Efficiency of Layout/Development, Master Discussions

plan & Detailed Development Plan. –
3 hrs
Discussion on examples.
W7 3 hrs Front end clearances and Approvals from
various authorities.

SEZ, SPV, Joint ventures, Franchisee systems PPT,

W 8 3 hrs
Board &
W9 Unit 4 3 hrs Types & Parameters - Smart city concepts
Discussions
(12 hrs)
W 10 3 hrs Green building, Certifications and Rating for
Buildings/Townships (IGBC, CARE, CRISIL,
ICRA)
3 hrs Certifications and Rating for (IGBC, CARE, CRISIL,
Buildings/Townships (IGBC, CARE, CRISIL, ICRA)
W 11
ICRA)
ASSESSMENT 2
W 12 3 hrs Business Communication Tools required for
presenting the project PPT, Board
W 13 3 hrs Discussions with Examples &
Discussions
W 14 Unit 5 3 hrs in house sales promotion, public relations,
transfer of completed project,
(12 hrs)
W 15 3 hrs Setting of Project Management Office, Estate
Management

Date / Unit & Period Topic Mode of Reference / Source

Week Total allocated Delivery & (Highlight ref/sources other
Periods by faculty Teaching than as specified in the syllabus)
per Aids/Tools
unit
Each subtopic is to List of books / research/white
be elaborated with papers from journals / reports/
keywords, examples / articles in magazines
case studies /
 application / Details of
relevance to the PG Videos/Documentaries/Educativ
specialisation e films/Podcasts/TED
Talks/Interviews to be added
Highlight cross
references to other References from Nationally &
units/areas/subjects/ Internationally acclaimed
studio institution’s works

14. Reading List (other than references given in syllabus) : List of books / research/white papers from
journals / reports/ articles in magazines (provide hyperlink if available) for additional reading / book
review.
Citation Style – APA or MLA

15. Assessment pattern: As per Anna University, R2021 - One Test is mandatory for each theory/theory
cum studio subjects
Theory subjects -2 assessments of equal weightage
Theory cum Studio subjects-3 assessments of equal weightage
Assessment 1 –
Assessment 2 –
Assessment 3 – (only for Theory cum Studio subject)

(i) Test Units – Portions to be mentioned

(ii) Assignment Details of each assignment, focus area, learning quotient and
Seminar/Research Paper/ expected outcome to be given
Literature Review/ Critical
analysis – Case
Study/Critique For Theory cum Studio subjects – Details to be furnished
List -No: of exercises, allocation of time and submission schedule
to be given. If portfolio of works is included – details to be added

Evaluation Criteria Derive parameters /criteria for evaluation

16. Site Visit/Live Case Study visit (if needed, also indicate probable time: beginning/middle/end of
semester)
– Details, need to be established
17. Special Lecture (if needed, also indicate probable time: beginning/middle/end of semester)
– Details of intended resource person, area of expertise, need to be
established
18. Expected outcome / learning quotient of the course:
Understanding of land as a resource and public domain and its endless opportunities for inclusive growth.  Skill
in applying the various principles and techniques taught in the subject in real estate design and development
process.  Understanding of principles in transactions relating to the allied operations of real estate.  Knowledge
about the recent trends and innovations in real estate.  Knowledge in the transfer of completed projects and
communication tools required for presenting the project
19. Innovative Teaching methods adopted (incorporating digital integration and knowledge transfer)
-writeup of 250 words max.

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1. Lesson Plan
2. Teaching Material

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