ARCH412 Advanced Building Construction
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Architecture
Ahmed Obralić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
To develop the students' capability to recognize, find and apply the proper construction systems and material for complex buildings, solving the huge spans and demanding structures.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Chudley,R & Greeno,R., Advanced Building Technology, 2006
Additional Literature
Chudley,R & Greeno,R., Advanced Building Technology, 2006Teaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Class debates on relevant case studies
Presentations
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course. | |
| 2 | Non working day | |
| 3 | Construction systems in architecture. Explanation of tasks and expectations. | |
| 4 | Construction systems in architecture. Systematization. Linear construction systems. Areal construction systems. | |
| 5 | Spatial construction systems. Cable constructions. Canvas constructions. Pneumatic construction systems | |
| 6 | High rise building construction systems. | |
| 7 | Advanced foundation structures. | |
| 8 | Midterm examination | |
| 9 | Advanced wall systems. Wall types. Frames. Lintels. Presentations. | |
| 10 | Complex roof systems and contemporary roofing materials. Presentations. | |
| 11 | Advanced materials. Design and construction.Presentations. | |
| 12 | Advanced materials. | |
| 13 | Advanced materials. Project design assignments. | |
| 14 | Project design assignments. | |
| 15 | Project design assignments. |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH412.1 | Course | Monday 11:00 - 12:50 | A F3.10 - Architecture Classroom | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 13:00 - 15:00 | A F3.17 | |
| Wednesday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F3.17 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Active Tutorials
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
In-term Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 5
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3 5
Project Assignment
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 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 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Presentations
10 hours ⏳ (5 week × 2 h)
Active Tutorials
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Home Study
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Project Assignment
6 hours ⏳ (3 week × 2 h)
In-term Exam Study
6 hours ⏳ (6 week × 1 h)
Final Exam Study
3 hours ⏳ (3 week × 1 h)
100 Total Workload Hours
4 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 [ARCH412] 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 | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ARCH412 | Advanced Building Construction | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | Senior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Ahmed Obralić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 13:00-15:00 Wednesday: 12:00-15:00 |
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| aobralic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | N/A | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | To develop the students' capability to recognize, find and apply the proper construction systems and material for complex buildings, solving the huge spans and demanding structures. |
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| Textbook | Chudley,R & Greeno,R., Advanced Building Technology, 2006 | |||||||||
| 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 | Class discussions with examples. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Class debates on relevant case studies. Presentations. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course. | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Non working day | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Construction systems in architecture. Explanation of tasks and expectations. | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Construction systems in architecture. Systematization. Linear construction systems. Areal construction systems. | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Spatial construction systems. Cable constructions. Canvas constructions. Pneumatic construction systems | |||||||||
| Week 6 | High rise building construction systems. | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Advanced foundation structures. | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm examination | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Advanced wall systems. Wall types. Frames. Lintels. Presentations. | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Complex roof systems and contemporary roofing materials. Presentations. | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Advanced materials. Design and construction.Presentations. | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Advanced materials. | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Advanced materials. Project design assignments. | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Project design assignments. | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Project design assignments. | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Active Tutorials | 15 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| In-term Exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 20 | 1,3,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Project Assignment | 1 | 10 | 5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 1 | 15 | 15 | Presentations | 2 | 5 | 10 | |||
| Active Tutorials | 1 | 15 | 15 | Home Study | 3 | 15 | 45 | |||
| Project Assignment | 2 | 3 | 6 | In-term Exam Study | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 1 | 3 | 3 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/02/2026 | |||||||||