COURSE SYLLABUS

Course Code/ Name AR 506/ ACC 6: Structural Design

VISION

An internationally recognized private non-sectarian university committed to academic excellence, transformational and
innovative education.

MISSION

To attain its vision, the University lives-up to the following:

1. Build and embrace a sustainable research culture among students, faculty, and non-teaching staff in support of its
academic programs and community extension thrusts. RESEARCH

2. Develop the talents and potentials of the students towards the practice of professions to be responsive to the changing
local and global industry requirements. INSTRUCTION

3. Capacitate a community guided by the university extension program and be a catalyst for social transformation.
EXTENSION

4. Develop a community of God-centered, nationalistic, and globally competitive professionals with proactive values and
attitudes. VALUES

MISSION
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES
1 2 3 4
Few years after graduation, the graduate should:
1. LEADERSKIP SKILL. Work collaboratively and proactively in multidisciplinary and multicultural
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teams and take leadership roles with a deep sense of integrity, duty and responsibility.
2. ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILL. Exhibit entrepreneurial competence by creating business ideas and
manage the functional areas (operation, marketing, finance, human resource) and other business √ √ √ √
strategies for economic and social development.
3. ANALYTICAL AND CREATIVE THINKING SKILL. Exercise critical and creative thinking in providing
√ √ √ √
strategic solutions and informed decisions to creatively tackle discipline-related problems.
4. DIGITAL PROFICIENCY SKILL. Demonstrate literacy, fluency, and mastery of the digital landscape
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and of various innovative applications of technology for effective professional practice.
5. DATA ANALYTICS SKILL. Apply data-based reasoning in professional practice by accurately and
proficiently translating data into abstract concepts using computing technology tools to optimize √ √ √ √
industry operations.
6. COMMUNICATION SKILL. Communicate clearly and effectively using written, oral, and non-verbal
communication through mastery of the five-macro skills (listening, reading, writing, speaking √ √ √ √
viewing).
7. PROACTIVE ATTITUDE SKILL. Adapt positive, reflective, and respectful professional behavior by
recognizing different value systems, undertaking controllable actions, and formulating innovative √ √ √ √
solutions to future challenges.

Program Educational Objectives and Relationship to the Institutional Learning Outcomes

I. PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES Institutional

Learning Outcomes
The objectives of the Bachelor of Science in Architecture are to develop the following
outcomes: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1. Perform standard competencies in accordance with the scope of the global and local practice of
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architecture.
2. Show traits of professionalism, sense of responsibility, equality and patriotism √ √ √ √
3. Receptiveness to new ideas and knowledge through scientific research; √ √
4. Direct and focus the thrust of architecture education to the needs and demands of society and its
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integration into the social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of nation building.
5. Instill understanding of the basic philosophy and fundamental principles of the multi-dimensional
aspects of architecture, and the direct relationship between man and his environment. √ √ √ √
Program Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives

II. PROGRAM OUTCOMES Program Educational

Objectives
The minimum standards for the BS Architecture program are expressed in the following
minimum set of learning outcomes: 1 2 3 4 5

a. to keep abreast with the developments in the field of architecture practice. (PQF
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level 6 descriptor)
b. the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and
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Filipino
c. The ability to work effectively and independently in multidisciplinary and multi-
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cultural teams. (PQF level 6 descriptor)
d. A recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility √ √ √ √ √
e. Creation of architectural solutions by applying knowledge in history, theory, planning,
building technology and utilities, structural concepts and professional practice. √ √ √
(design, BT, UT, PP, EYAS, HOA/TOA, PLN)
f. Use of concepts and principles from specialized fields and allied disciplines into
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various architectural problems. (LA, IA, HC, PLN, EMP, BU 1-2-3, ES/AS, TOA)
g. Preparation of contract documents, technical reports and other legal documents used
in architectural practice adhering to applicable laws, standards and regulations. (DES, √ √ √ √
PP 1-2-3, BT 3, BU 1-2-3-4-5, HSNG, PLN, ENG3, )
h. Interpretation and application of relevant laws, codes, charters and standards of
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architecture and the built environment. (DES, BT I,HSNG, BU 1-2-3, PLN)
i. Application of research methods to address architectural problems, (RMA, ENG 3) √ √ √ √ √
j. Use of various information and communication technology (ICT) media for
architectural solutions, presentation, and techniques in design and construction. (VT √ √ √ √
1-2-3, CADD 1-2)
k. Acquisition of entrepreneurial and business acumen relevant to Architecture practice. √ √ √ √
l. Involvement in the management of the construction works and Building
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administration. (PP, BT, BIJ, Const. Mgmt., ES/AS)

III. Course Information

Course Code AR 506
Course Title ACC 6: Structural Design
Credit 3 Units
Prerequisite 5th Year Standing
Corequisite
Duration One Semester
Course Description The architecture comprehensive course provides an opportunity for each student to show
evidence of his or her ability to synthesize information through learning acquired from the
following subject areas: Structural Design.

IV. Course Outcomes (COs) and Relationship to Program Outcomes:

Program Outcomes*
Course Outcomes (CO)
The student should be able to: a b c d e f g h i j k l
Understand the fundamentals of mechanics,
1. strength of materials, and theory of E E E I D E E E I
structures
Understand the general design, principles, and
2. analysis of the structural elements of various D E E E D D E D D D I
types of construction materials and systems.
Apply learnings on Structural Design
3 fundamentals in answering the given review E E D D E E D D E I D
questions.
* Level I – Introductory E – Enabling D – Demonstrating

V. MODE OF COURSE DELIVERY

Synchronous:
• Face-to-face classes
• Real time/virtual class using TEAMS
• Engagement of course content discussion
Asynchronous: Individualized learning using https://access.uv.edu.ph/

VI. Contact Hours and Indicative Student Workload

Synchronous : 48 contact hours
Individualized learning shall be allotted in the preparation for the course, reading of the provided instructional materials, and
review of lecture/cases, assessment/activities and other learning resources to be accessed through the
https://access.uv.edu.ph/

VII. Faculty Information

Name of Faculty Freeli P. Berame

Email Address freeli_berame@uv.edu.ph Mobile No.
Consultation
Class Schedule MW 3:30PM-5:00PM
Schedule

VIII. Course Coverage

Teaching -
Wk/ Assessment
Topics Intended Learning Outcomes Learning CO
Hrs Task
Activity
Review covering the By the end of the topic the student will be
progression of courses in able to:
Topic
Wk 1-4 Structural Design:
• revisit and learn the Fundamentals of Quiz Presentation
Fundamentals of Mechanics
Peer
12 hrs total Mechanics Written Exam 1, 2
• review and absorb Fundamentals of Feedback
Mechanics Major Exam

• apply learnings of the review topic in

answering the exam questions
Strength of Materials By the end of the topic the student will be
able to:
Theory of Structures Topic
• revisit and learn the Strength of
Quiz Presentation
Wk 5-8 Materials and Theory of Structures
Peer
• review and absorb the Strength of Written Exam 1, 2
Feedback
12 hrs total Materials and Theory of Structures
Major Exam
Mock board
• apply learnings of the review topics in Exam
answering the exam questions

General design, By the end of the topic the student will be

principles, and analysis able to: Topic
Wk 9-12
of the structural Presentation
Quiz
elements of various • revisit and learn the topics about the
types of construction General design, principles, and analysis of Peer
Written Exam 3, 4
materials and systems the structural elements of various types of Feedback
12 hrs total
construction materials and systems
Major Exam
Part 1
• apply learnings of the review topics in
answering the exam questions
General design, By the end of the topic the student will be Topic
principles, and analysis able to: Presentation
of the structural
Wk 13-16
elements of various • revisit and learn the topics about the Quiz Peer
types of construction General design, principles, and analysis of Feedback
materials and systems the structural elements of various types of Written Exam 3, 4
12 hrs total
construction materials and systems
Part 2 Major Exam
• apply learnings of the review topics in Mock board
answering the exam questions Exam

*The total of 54 hours consist of both synchronous and asynchronous activities including time consumed for assessment tasks.

IX. Grading System

Actual Percentage Transmuted Grade Remarks Actual Percentage Transmuted Grade Transmuted Grade
 Grade Grade
100% 1.0 Passed 88-89% 1.6 Passed
98-99% 1.1 Passed 86-87% 1.7 Passed
96-97% 1.2 Passed 84-85% 1.8 Passed
94-95% 1.3 Passed 82-83% 1.9 Passed
92-93% 1.4 Passed 80-81% 2.0 Passed
90-91% 1.5 Passed Less than 80% 2.1 to 5.0 Failed
A grade of “INC.” shall be given to a student who has a passing grade in a particular course but failed to take the final examination or failed to
submit certain academic requirements such as term papers, research report, etc. An “INC” must be completed within one year, otherwise, the
INC shall automatically become 5.0 or failure. The reckoning period of such shall be after the term when the course was enrolled.

Components of Periodic Assessment

The components of Periodic Assessment shall be as follows:
General and Professional
Major Written Exams (Term Examinations) - 40%
Deportment - 10%
Progressive Assessment (quiz, reporting, symposium, workshop, others) - 50%
Total 100%

X. Classroom Policies
1. Attendance- Regular attendance of classes is required.
2. Submission of Assessment Tasks - Should be on time; late submittal of coursework’s will not be accepted, or
where there is a valid justification, its acceptance is upon the faculty discretion subject to reasonable grade penalties.
3. Major Examination -Will be administered as scheduled. No special exam will be given unless with a valid reason
subject to the approval of the Dean of the College.
4. Course Portfolio -Is required and will be collected at the end of the semester. Lost documents will not be given due
credit.
5. Language of Instruction-Lectures, discussion, and documentation will be in English except in Filipino Subjects.
6. Academic Integrity- Cheating during examination, copying another student’s assignment & report, submission of
reports copied from other sources/ materials (plagiarism) are strictly prohibited. Anyone caught guilty of any or all of
these violations will be sanctioned according to what is provided for in the Student’s Handbook.
7. Wearing of prescribed ID/ Dress and Grooming Codes-Wearing of the official prescribed uniform and ID inside
the University must be strictly observed. Fridays and Weekends are considered wash day; thus, proper dress code
and grooming is a requirement.
8. Grave misconduct -Any form of disrespect to your teacher or to others will not be tolerated and is meted
corresponding sanction.
9. Consultation Schedule- A consultation schedule with the instructor is posted at the Faculty Office. It is
recommended that the student avail of these services by setting an appointment to confirm the instructor’s
availability.
XI. Resources and References

Prescribed Textbook/E-Book

NSCP 2015 – National Structural Code of the Philippines 2015

PD1096 – National Building Code of the Philippines and its IRR

Suggested Readings and References

PRINTED

Ching, F. D. K. (2014). Building construction illustrated. Fifth edition. Hoboken, New Jersey, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Salvan, George (2001). Licensure Examination for Architects Reviewer. JMC Press, Inc.

Verified as to the Availability of Resources:

AILEEN BASIGA-CATACUTAN, MSLS

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Director of Academic Resource Center

Course Title: Date Effectivity: Prepared by: Approved by:

ACC 6: Structural Design FREELI P. BERAME

Date Revised:
February 5, 2024 Faculty Dean