Introduction and Overview

 


Demonstration Materials

·         Course Syllabus

·         Selected articles (overhead projection)

·         Reference Materials
Construction Principles, Materials, and Methods (CPMM);

Leslie Simmons & Harold Olin;
John Wily & Sons;
New York; 7rd. Edition


Additional Reading:

Guns Germs & Steel, Jared Diamond

Our Molecular Future, Douglas Mulhall

The Dancing Wu Li Masters, Gary Zukav

Why Buildings Stand Up, Mario Salvadori
Why Buildings Fall Down, Mario Salvadori (sequel)


Content

Introduction

Personal Introduction

 

Personal Philosophies

Materials and Methods in Design

Career as a design professional

 

Course Objectives/Expectations

Class is a beginning: A lifelong learning process

Better understand drawings and specs

Improve design

Develop a critical eye

Facilitate communication

Decrease intimidation

Broaden career opportunities

(get a job vs. get a life)

 

Overview of Course

Best way to learn this course
Review Syllabus

Case Studies

Pop Quizzes

Final Exam

Attendance

Class Participation

Guest Speakers

Textbook

Grading

Late Work

Office Hours

Special Needs

 

Information Sources

Manufacturer/ sales reps.

Built Work

Peers

Trade Groups

The Internet

 

 

 

 

Decision Making

Function

Physical Properties

Strength

Durability

Maintenance

Water Resistance

Fire Resistance

Acoustics

 

Aesthetics

Visual

Tactile

Complimentary

Contextual

 

Economy

Initial Cost

Operating Costs

Maintenance Cost

Lifetime Cost

Useful Life Span

 

Availability

Product

Trade Persons

Replacements and Repair Service

 

Codes and Legal Requirements

Fire resistance, Flame spread

Energy Efficiency

Preservation Requirements

 

Environmental

Sustainable

Health Issues

Life Span

Disposal

 

CSI Format Organization:

Overview of CSI 16 Divisions