ARCH563 Construction Technology
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Architecture
Nerma Omićević
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
Acquiring knowledge about the basic principles of design construction of large spans and multi-storey buildings from of modern materials (reinforced concrete, steel, products on wood base): choice of materials and structural system, the formation of a rigid system, the possibility of independent approximate checks of cross-section dimensions, dimensioning of the characteristic elements of the assembly, shaping the details of connections and the correct choice of methods foundations.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. Building Construction Handbook, Elsevier, 2010.
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
1
Lectures, 2
Practical /tutorial work
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Structural conceptual design: Introduction. Contemporary development trends. | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 2 | Basic concept of the behavior of large structures span and tall building | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 3 | Span constructions: classification, system-material applicable spans | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 4 | Principles of designing modern large constructions | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 5 | Preseantion of the Project 1 | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 6 | Characteristic elements of concrete buildings | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 7 | Walls: General. Stresses and forces in sections. Dimensioning and reinforcement of walls. | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 8 | Mid-term Exam | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 9 | Short consoles: General. Short cantilever models | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 10 | Frame constructions: Characteristics, application and systems, choice of materials | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 11 | Reinforcement details of frames exposed to stronger seismic impacts | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 12 | Presentation of the Project 2 | |
| 13 | Foundations: Introduction. Choice of foundation system | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 14 | Foundation calculation: Unreinforced foundations | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. |
| 15 | Mid-term design evaluation |
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 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Exercises
4 hours ⏳ (2 week × 2 h)
Home research
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Mid-term exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Final exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 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 [ARCH563] 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 | |||||||||
| ARCH563 | Construction Technology | 3 | 0 | 4 | ||||||
| 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 | Acquiring knowledge about the basic principles of design construction of large spans and multi-storey buildings from of modern materials (reinforced concrete, steel, products on wood base): choice of materials and structural system, the formation of a rigid system, the possibility of independent approximate checks of cross-section dimensions, dimensioning of the characteristic elements of the assembly, shaping the details of connections and the correct choice of methods foundations. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. Building Construction Handbook, Elsevier, 2010. | |||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | |||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Structural conceptual design: Introduction. Contemporary development trends. | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Basic concept of the behavior of large structures span and tall building | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Span constructions: classification, system-material applicable spans | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Principles of designing modern large constructions | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Preseantion of the Project 1 | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Characteristic elements of concrete buildings | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Walls: General. Stresses and forces in sections. Dimensioning and reinforcement of walls. | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Mid-term Exam | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Short consoles: General. Short cantilever models | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Frame constructions: Characteristics, application and systems, choice of materials | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Reinforcement details of frames exposed to stronger seismic impacts | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Presentation of the Project 2 | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Foundations: Introduction. Choice of foundation system | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Foundation calculation: Unreinforced foundations | Chudley, R. & Greeno, R. | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Mid-term design evaluation | |||||||||
| 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 | 2 | 2 | 4 | |||
| Home research | 2 | 14 | 28 | Mid-term exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||
| Final exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 20/10/2025 | |||||||||