ARCH358-6 Building Construction II
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Architecture
Edin Jahić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
To introduce students to principles and application of various contemporary materials in building construction, and especially in finishing level. Students will be familiar with the proper use of main construction and finishing materials in a construction process
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Mehta, M. Building construction, Prentice Hall, 2009; Ching, F.D.K. (2008). Building Construction Illustrated, Wiley
Additional Literature
Jahic, E. Roof Construction - An Illustrated Introduction, IUS, 2022Teaching Methods
Face-to-face lecture
Guided tutorials
Project-based learning
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Syllabus overview. Introduction to building materials; division of materials; Glass, Metals | |
| 2 | Waterproofing materials and techniques; details of design | |
| 3 | Roofing materials; types and application; details of design | |
| 4 | Insulation materials; Flat roof materials; details of design | |
| 5 | Openings: doors and windows; interior finishing works materials; types and details | |
| 6 | Cladding materials, types and application; details | |
| 7 | Interior finish materials: wall, ceiling and flooring | |
| 8 | Midterm exam | |
| 9 | Project design assignment: Plans and sections 1:50 | |
| 10 | Project design assignment: Plans and sections 1:50 | |
| 11 | Project design assignment: Plans and sections 1:50 | |
| 12 | Project design assignment: Details of facade 1:10 | |
| 13 | Project design assignment: Details of facade 1:10 | |
| 14 | Project design assignment: Details of facade 1:10 | |
| 15 | Project design completion and final submission |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH358-6.1 | Course | Thursday 09:00 - 11:50 | - | - | - |
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
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 5
Homework
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
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:
Final exam
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Midterm exam
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Lectures
14 hours ⏳ (7 week × 2 h)
Active tutorials
7 hours ⏳ (7 week × 1 h)
Tutorials
21 hours ⏳ (7 week × 3 h)
Home study
98 hours ⏳ (14 week × 7 h)
Final exam study
4 hours ⏳ (1 week × 4 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 [ARCH358-6] 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.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ARCH358-6 | Building Construction II | 1 | 2 | 6 | TBA | |||||
| Prerequisite | ARCH313-6 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| 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 | TBA | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | To introduce students to principles and application of various contemporary materials in building construction, and especially in finishing level. Students will be familiar with the proper use of main construction and finishing materials in a construction process | |||||||||
| Textbook | Mehta, M. Building construction, Prentice Hall, 2009; Ching, F.D.K. (2008). Building Construction Illustrated, Wiley | |||||||||
| 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 | Face-to-face lecture, guided tutorials, project-based learning | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Syllabus overview. Introduction to building materials; division of materials; Glass, Metals | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Waterproofing materials and techniques; details of design | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Roofing materials; types and application; details of design | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Insulation materials; Flat roof materials; details of design | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Openings: doors and windows; interior finishing works materials; types and details | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Cladding materials, types and application; details | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Interior finish materials: wall, ceiling and flooring | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Project design assignment: Plans and sections 1:50 | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Project design assignment: Plans and sections 1:50 | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Project design assignment: Plans and sections 1:50 | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Project design assignment: Details of facade 1:10 | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Project design assignment: Details of facade 1:10 | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Project design assignment: Details of facade 1:10 | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Project design completion and final submission | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Project | 1 | 20 | 3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Homework | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Final exam | 3 | 1 | 3 | Midterm exam | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Lectures | 2 | 7 | 14 | Active tutorials | 1 | 7 | 7 | |||
| Tutorials | 3 | 7 | 21 | Home study | 7 | 14 | 98 | |||
| Final exam study | 4 | 1 | 4 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 17/02/2026 | |||||||||