Class Info

To-Do Before Class

  • Reading 4 – Building Materials 12.02-12.08, 12.10-12.12
    • Group 2 to present Reading 4 next class
    • Reading presentation groups listed here
    • Refer to the reading list on the ARCH 1231 Course Hub for specific pages
    • Submit scanned + formatted Reading Notes+ Sketches
    • In addition to your notes + sketches, prepare the following and be ready to discuss next class: 
      • There are 5 types of building materials that we learn about in Reading #3: Concrete, Masonry, Steel, Stone, and Wood.
      • In your own environment (home, work, neighborhood) identify locations where each of these materials is being used.
      • Based on what you learn in the reading, try to determine:
        • Why that specific material would be chosen for that specific use.
        • Is the material is being used appropriately, or is there another material that would be a better choice?
      • Provide a photo of each item and be ready to discuss together in class.
    • Post to Miro by Friday October 8, 12pm
  • Module I: Case Study Building – Final Drawings
    • Complete Plan Geometry Diagram, First Floor Plan, Section, + Elevation drawings
    • Post final drawings to Miro by Friday October 8, 12pm

Topic(s)

  • Module 1 Wrap Up
  • Module 2 Intro
  • Materials + Properties – Masonry

Activities

  • Review Module 1 drawings
  • Module 2 Intro
    • Overview of Module 2 drawing assignments
  • Reading 4 Presentation
    • Group 2 to present Reading 4
  • Reading 4 Recap
    • Quick review of material photos
  • Stone + Concrete Masonry Presentation
Stone-and-Concrete-MasonryDownload

To-Do After Class

  • Reading 5 – Wall Systems + Masonry Walls
  • Group 3 to present Reading 5 next class
    • Reading presentation groups listed here
    • Refer to the reading list on the ARCH 1231 Course Hub for specific pages
    • Submit scanned + formatted Reading Notes+ Sketches
    • In addition to your notes + sketches, prepare the following and be ready to discuss next class: 
      • Find a building near you that uses brick masonry at its exterior walls
      • Photograph the building and try to identify if the building is using the brick as a primary structural material, or if it is only a veneer
        • Pay close attention to the brick bonding (which type of bonding is used?)
        • Also pay careful attention to the openings (arches? lintels? something else?)
      • Post your photo and assessment to Miro by Friday October 15, by 12:00pm