3 Architectural Design Studio

Basic Concepts of Structural Design for Architecture Students

Anahita Khodadadi (Portland State University)

2021

Licence: CC BY-NC

This book aims to narrate fundamental concepts of structural design to architecture students such that they have minimum involvement with math problem-solving. Within this book, students learn about different types of loads, forces and vector addition, the concept of equilibrium, internal forces, geometrical and material properties of structural elements, and rules of thumb for estimating the proportion of some structural systems such as catenary cables and arches, trusses, and frame structures.

Formats: PDF

Suggested for: ADST 300

Building Information Modeling using Revit for Architects and Engineers

Atefe Makhmalbaf

2022

Licence: CC BY

This book offers a web-based multimedia platform to enable students in Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Construction Engineering to learn fundamentals of BIM using Revit and be able to create building architectural, mechanical and structural models, develop construction documentation and analyze building performance. The platform include: book chapters on detailed Revit instructions and videos.

Formats: Online, eBook, PDF

Suggested for: ADST 300

 

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