ARCH553 Infill Design Studio
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Architecture
Nerma Omićević
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course aims are to get students familiar with design of new structures within cultural urban context.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Rapoport, A., Culture, architecture, and design, Locke Science Publishing Co., 2005 Rapoport, A., House form and culture, Prentice-Hall, 2007 (open source; electronic version)
Additional Literature
Malec, T., Jewish Architecture and Urbanism in the Years 1495-1815: the Jewish City in Casimir, Cracow, Aracne editrice int.le S.r.l., 2015Teaching Methods
Lectures, case studies, drawing assignments
Students have one lecture and one hour of practical work in a week
Learning comprises of knowledge acquisition and practical use of that knowledge
Consultations with professor and assistants should be used to maximize acquisition of knowledge
Students will work on a project according to professor's instruction
Homework assignments should also help students in individual training
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Syllabus overview; introduction. | / |
| 2 | Choice of site. Analysis of design requirements. Project brief. | Chapter 2 |
| 3 | Functional concept ideas discussion. | Chapter 3 and 4 |
| 4 | Concepts massing discussion. | Chapter 8 |
| 5 | Sketching exam. | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 6 | Site plan 1:500 and floor plans 1:100 (conceptual phase). | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 7 | Floor plans 1:100 (conceptual phase). | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 8 | Cross sections 1:100 (conceptual phase). | / |
| 9 | Cross sections 1:100 (conceptual phase). | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 10 | Facades 1:100 and 3D model (conceptual phase). | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 11 | Mid-term presentation. | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 12 | Site plan 1:100 construction drawings. | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 13 | Floor plans 1:50 construction drawings. | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 14 | Cross sections 1:50 construction drawings. | Materials prov. for the lecture |
| 15 | Elevations 1:100, construction details 1:10, 1:5. | Materials prov. for the lecture |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : L1 L2 L3 L4 L5
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Homeworks
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Attendance
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 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lectures
14 hours ⏳ (14 week × 1 h)
Active tutorials
14 hours ⏳ (14 week × 1 h)
Homeworks
11 hours ⏳ (1 week × 11 h)
Work on literature
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Sketching exam
8 hours ⏳ (1 week × 8 h)
Final presentation
25 hours ⏳ (1 week × 25 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 [ARCH553] 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 | ||||||
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| ARCH553 | Infill Design Studio | 1 | 1 | 4 | Thursday, 17.00-18.50 | |||||
| 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 course aims are to get students familiar with design of new structures within cultural urban context. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Rapoport, A., Culture, architecture, and design, Locke Science Publishing Co., 2005 Rapoport, A., House form and culture, Prentice-Hall, 2007 (open source; electronic version) | |||||||||
| 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 | Lectures, case studies, drawing assignments. Students have one lecture and one hour of practical work in a week. Learning comprises of knowledge acquisition and practical use of that knowledge. Consultations with professor and assistants should be used to maximize acquisition of knowledge. Students will work on a project according to professor's instruction. Homework assignments should also help students in individual training. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Online | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Syllabus overview; introduction. | / | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Choice of site. Analysis of design requirements. Project brief. | Chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Functional concept ideas discussion. | Chapter 3 and 4 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Concepts massing discussion. | Chapter 8 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Sketching exam. | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Site plan 1:500 and floor plans 1:100 (conceptual phase). | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Floor plans 1:100 (conceptual phase). | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Cross sections 1:100 (conceptual phase). | / | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Cross sections 1:100 (conceptual phase). | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Facades 1:100 and 3D model (conceptual phase). | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Mid-term presentation. | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Site plan 1:100 construction drawings. | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Floor plans 1:50 construction drawings. | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Cross sections 1:50 construction drawings. | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Elevations 1:100, construction details 1:10, 1:5. | Materials prov. for the lecture | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | L1, L2, L3, L4, L5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 60 | Not Allowed | ||
| Assignments | 2 | 30 | Not Allowed | ||
| Homeworks | 1 | 5 | Not Allowed | ||
| Attendance | 5 | Not Allowed | |||
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lectures | 1 | 14 | 14 | Active tutorials | 1 | 14 | 14 | |||
| Homeworks | 11 | 1 | 11 | Work on literature | 2 | 14 | 28 | |||
| Sketching exam | 8 | 1 | 8 | Final presentation | 25 | 1 | 25 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 20/10/2025 | |||||||||