ARCH204-6 Structural Design I
ARCH204-6 Structural Design I
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Architecture
Edin Jahić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
To introduce students in fundamental concepts and principles of structures in buildings; to get students acquainted with basic structural elements and simple structural systems.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Onouye, B. & Kane, K. (2014). Statics and Strength of Materials for Architecture and Building Construction . Pearson
Additional Literature
Ambrose, J & Tripeny, P. (2011) Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders, Wiley Jahic, E. (2014). Lecture notes on Structural Design I. (Unpublished)Teaching Methods
Power Point and hand drawing presentations
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Individual homework
Project design assignment (Building)
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overview of syllabus; About classes organization | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.5 - p.8 |
| 2 | Structure and structural form: basic terms and concepts; Basics of statics: forces, moments, static equilibrium. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.9 - p.12 |
| 3 | Structural elements and units. Walls, columns, beams and plates. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.10 - p.14 |
| 4 | Geometric stability. Common building systems. Examples. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.14 - p.19 |
| 5 | Simple statics calculations. Shear and moment diagrams. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.19 - p.22 |
| 6 | Simple statics calculations. Shear and moment diagrams. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.23 - p.29 |
| 7 | Trusses; Beam types. Project delivery. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.33 - p.40 |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | |
| 9 | Project design assignment | |
| 10 | Project design assignment | |
| 11 | Project design assignment | |
| 12 | Project design assignment | |
| 13 | Project design assignment | |
| 14 | Project design assignment | |
| 15 | Final review and Submission of the Project |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH204-6.1 | Course | Monday 09:00 - 11:50 | A F3.7 - Small Architecture Studio & A F3.8 - Big Architecture Studio | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 13:00 | A F3.15 | or by e-mail appointment |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Mid-term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Project assignment
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
Homework
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lectures
14 hours ⏳ (7 week × 2 h)
Homework
10 hours ⏳ (5 week × 2 h)
Project
21 hours ⏳ (7 week × 3 h)
Home study and work
98 hours ⏳ (14 week × 7 h)
Active tutorials
7 hours ⏳ (7 week × 1 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ARCH204-6] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ARCH204-6 | Structural Design I | 1 | 2 | 6 | Monday, 9:00 - 12:00 | |||||
| Prerequisite | ARCH106 | It is a prerequisite to | ARCH210-6, ARCH313-6 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Edin Jahić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 9:00-13:00 or by e-mail appointment |
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| ejahic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Zeynep Nihan Malčinović | Assistant E-mail | znihan-malcinovic@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | To introduce students in fundamental concepts and principles of structures in buildings; to get students acquainted with basic structural elements and simple structural systems. |
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| Textbook | Onouye, B. & Kane, K. (2014). Statics and Strength of Materials for Architecture and Building Construction . Pearson | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Power Point and hand drawing presentations. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Individual homework. Project design assignment (Building). | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Overview of syllabus; About classes organization | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.5 - p.8 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Structure and structural form: basic terms and concepts; Basics of statics: forces, moments, static equilibrium. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.9 - p.12 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Structural elements and units. Walls, columns, beams and plates. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.10 - p.14 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Geometric stability. Common building systems. Examples. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.14 - p.19 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Simple statics calculations. Shear and moment diagrams. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.19 - p.22 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Simple statics calculations. Shear and moment diagrams. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.23 - p.29 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Trusses; Beam types. Project delivery. | Onouye, B. Jahic, E. p.33 - p.40 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Mid-term exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Project design assignment | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Project design assignment | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Project design assignment | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Project design assignment | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Project design assignment | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Project design assignment | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Final review and Submission of the Project | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Mid-term exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Project assignment | 1 | 20 | 2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Homework | 5 | 10 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lectures | 2 | 7 | 14 | Homework | 2 | 5 | 10 | |||
| Project | 3 | 7 | 21 | Home study and work | 7 | 14 | 98 | |||
| Active tutorials | 1 | 7 | 7 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 21/10/2025 | |||||||||