ARCH557 Industrial Buildings
ARCH557 Industrial Buildings
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Architecture
Nerma Omićević
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The aim of the course is to get acquainted with the issues that deals with the study of industrial facilities, their characteristics in relation to location, function, technological process, choosing an adequate structure through application characteristic constructive systems, emphasis architectural-shaped components and humanization of built space. Philosophy is explained to students design and construction of these facilities in macro and micro environment, through industrial zones, industrial neighborhoods industrial complexes as well as their interaction with built and natural environment. Ultimately, the candidate enables the mastery of the design methodology of this types of facilities in practice.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013; Chris van Uffelen: Faktory Design, Braun Publishing AG, Berlin, 2009.
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
1
Lectures, 2
Practical /tutorial work, 3
Site visit
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Historical development of industry (industrial revolution), design and construction of industrial facilities | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 2 | Criteria for choosing the location of an industrial facility complex | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 3 | Industrial zones, industrial neighborhoods, industrial complexes | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 4 | Division of industrial facilities | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 5 | Organization of traffic in industrial complexes in production halls | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 6 | Analysis of technological requirements | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 7 | Mid-term exam | |
| 8 | Workplace (dimensions, organization, supply energy, static-dynamic and microclimate features, lighting..) | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 9 | Characteristic types and constructive assemblies industrial buildings | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 10 | Criteria for choosing the appropriate material for construction | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 11 | Constructive architectural characteristics of the structures of concrete | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 12 | Constructive architectural characteristics of the structures of steel | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 13 | Constructive architectural characteristics of the structures of wood | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 14 | Ancillary facilities in the industrial complex (porter's office, clinic, changing rooms, kitchen, restaurant, buffet) | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
| 15 | Site visit | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Design project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Mid-term evaluation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
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:
Lecture Hours
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Exercises
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Studio work
84 hours ⏳ (14 week × 6 h)
Mid-term exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Final exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 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 [ARCH557] 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.
Syllabus Last Updated on Oct 10, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ARCH557 | Industrial Buildings | 2 | 1 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Nerma Omićević | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Wednesday: 9:30-12:00 Thursday: 9:30-12:00 |
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| nomicevic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The aim of the course is to get acquainted with the issues that deals with the study of industrial facilities, their characteristics in relation to location, function, technological process, choosing an adequate structure through application characteristic constructive systems, emphasis architectural-shaped components and humanization of built space. Philosophy is explained to students design and construction of these facilities in macro and micro environment, through industrial zones, industrial neighborhoods industrial complexes as well as their interaction with built and natural environment. Ultimately, the candidate enables the mastery of the design methodology of this types of facilities in practice. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013; Chris van Uffelen: Faktory Design, Braun Publishing AG, Berlin, 2009. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature | ||||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | 1. Lectures, 2. Practical /tutorial work, 3. site visit | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | |||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Historical development of industry (industrial revolution), design and construction of industrial facilities | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Criteria for choosing the location of an industrial facility complex | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Industrial zones, industrial neighborhoods, industrial complexes | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Division of industrial facilities | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Organization of traffic in industrial complexes in production halls | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Analysis of technological requirements | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Mid-term exam | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Workplace (dimensions, organization, supply energy, static-dynamic and microclimate features, lighting..) | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Characteristic types and constructive assemblies industrial buildings | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Criteria for choosing the appropriate material for construction | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Constructive architectural characteristics of the structures of concrete | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Constructive architectural characteristics of the structures of steel | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Constructive architectural characteristics of the structures of wood | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Ancillary facilities in the industrial complex (porter's office, clinic, changing rooms, kitchen, restaurant, buffet) | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Site visit | Edited by Julian Weyer & Sergio Baragano: Industrial building planning and design, Design Media Publishing Limited, Hong Kong, 2013 | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | Not Allowed | ||
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Design project | 2 | 40 | Not Allowed | ||
| Mid-term evaluation | 1 | 20 | Not Allowed | ||
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 2 | 14 | 28 | Exercises | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Studio work | 6 | 14 | 84 | Mid-term exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||
| Final exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 164 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 20/10/2025 | |||||||||