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ARCH5023/ARCH4343 - ARCHITECTURAL STRUCTURES II

CONCRETE STRUCTURES
THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA - COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
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COURSE SYLLABUS

Semester:	Spring 1998
Room:	College of Architecture Gould Hall 101
Class Time:	Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Instructor:	Prof. Dr. Hermann Gruenwald, AIA, IFMA Dipl. Ing, M.Arch, MBA, M.Edu., Ph.D. Visiting Associate Professor Civil Engineering and Architecture Director Research and Development College of Architecture
Phone:	(405) 325-0142
Fax:	(405) 325-7558
E-mail:	HGRUENWALD@ou.edu
Office:	Gould Hall 214A - College of Architecture accross from OU Stadium SW Corner
Office Hours:	Monday & Wednesday 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM or by appointment
Prerequisite:	ARCH 3323 Mechanics for Architects II, or approved equivalent
Course Description:	Structural design of continuous building frameworks, loads, seismic design, concrete structural systems, foundations, connections, structural detailing.
Learning Objective:	Students should gain an understanding of concrete as construction material and structural system. To familiarize the students, with the terminology, material properties, limitations, structural design methods, and architectural design guidelines as they apply to concrete and seismic design.
Activities:	Lectures, discussions, drawing, reading, writing, calculations, photography, hands-on construction experience, and secondary research.
Required Text:	Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders, Harry Parker & J. Ambrose
References:	Building Construction Illustrated, 2nd edition, Francis D.K. Ching Structures in Architecture, Mario Salvadori & Robert Heller Structures or why Things don't fall down. J.E. Gordon Reinforced Concrete Design, 2nd edition, Kenneth Leet CRSI handbook, Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute Foundation Design: Principles and Practices, Donald P. Coduto Reinforced Concrete: Preliminary Design for Architects & Builders, Shaeffer Properties of Concrete, A.M. Neville Reinforced Concrete Design, 3rd ed., L. Spiegel & George F. Limbrunner Uniform Building Code, 1998 International Conference of Building Officials Simplified Design of Concrete Structures, 6th ed., Harry Parker & J. Ambrose
Lecture Notes:	The overheads used in class will be made available to the students by the end of each week on Friday (after 1 PM) at KING KOPY 108 East Lindsey, Norman 321-0202.
Assignments:	All assignments are due at the beginning of class. No late assignments will be accepted and will not qualify for resubmittal. Details can be resubmitted once to achieve a higher grade.
Homework:	Homework will be assigned in class. It will be collected and graded.
Details:	Detail 1 - Concrete Foundation	Due 02.02.1998
	Detail 2 - Concrete Beam	Due 02.23.1998
	Detail 3 - Concrete Slab	Due 03.23.1998
	Detail 4 - Concrete Column	Due 04.13.1998
	Detail 5 - Concrete Building Frame	Due 04.27.1998
	Details are to be drawn in 1 1/2"=1'-0" on 8 1/2" x 11" paper. Details may be drawn freehand, on the board or on CAD. Please submit original drawings only, no photocopies, sepias or bluelines. If the drawings were generated on CAD please submit a hard copy and the .DWG or .DXF or .IGES file on a 3 1/2" floppy diskette with your name. This is an individual assignment not a group project.
Photo Journal:	Submit a minimum of 30 slides (in 8 1/2" x 11" transparent slide pockets 20 per sheet) or a video tape or a powerpoint presentation or homepage which summarize concrete as structural system and building material. The slides may include: raw materials, rebar, making and placing concrete, curing, formulas, terms, details, various finishes and treatments, completed projects, historical events/structures, structural components and systems, failure of structures, aging of concrete, environmental impact, proper/improper use of concrete, types of concrete, title slides, summary slides, details 1-5, group project, self portray of author, etc. Number the slides and place them in sequence to best tell your story. A picture is worth a thousand words, and the slides should be self explanatory, however you are allowed to submit the slides in a binder with an contents sheet, which identifies the slide and gives a one sentence to one paragraph explanation: 1.Kips Bay Plaza Apartments Kips Bay Plaza, New York, 1962 Architects: I. M. Pei and Partners An early example of high-quality site-cast concrete surfaces You have to present and submit your "Photo Journal" on the due date This is an individual assignment not a group project. Due Date Wednesday April 29, 1998 Please refer to the following sites for HELP KODAK AGFA Seatle Filmworks
Group Project:	Research, design, engineer, purchase materials, form, pour, cure, deliver, and erect/install a replica of a historically significant concrete detail. This could be a relief, sculpture, structure, park bench, trash can, etc. You will be asked to form groups of 4 (four) by January 21, 1998. By this time I should have received in writing the names of the group members. Students who have not selected a group by this time will be assigned to groups. You also have the option to perform concrete related work on the College of Architecture Courtyard Project. You will have to work a minimum of 8 (eight) recorded hours on the project. To get credit for the work you have to submit the official timecards and your photo journal has to include one slide/image depicting you on the job. You will have to provide your own work cloth and personal safety equipment and take part in the required safety training. You will report to, and follow instruction to the dedicated job site supervisor. This option is available on a first come basis. You have to submit a waiver of liability and your desire to participate in this project in writing by the beginning of class Wednesday January 21, 1998. Preliminary Design due January 28, 1998. Submit a preliminary design, showing front, side, top view on 8 1/2" x 11" paper, in appropriate scale (perspective optional), placement location. Final Design due February 18, 1998. Submit a detailed design, showing front, side, top view, with all the material specifications, text, list of required material and tools, on 8 1/2" x 11" paper, in appropriate scale (perspective optional). Completed Structure due Friday May 1, 1998 The final group project (concrete structure, approved preliminary, final design and actual concrete structure) placed on its final location.
ARCH 5023 PAPER:	Students enrolled in ARCH 5023 have to submit the following: Literature review on a concrete related topic. Minimum seven (7) pages double spaced 12 point text size, not including, tables, charts, illustrations, appendixes etc. Topic has to be approved by instructor, submit a brief outline by: 02.02.98 Project Due Date April 27, 1998
Review:	April 27, 1998 Monday April 29, 1998 Wednesday May 1, 1998 Friday Are blocked out as review days, the instructor will be available during portions of the class time to review the material of the entire course.
Examination:	Examination will occur as scheduled (occasional rescheduling possible) All work has to be shown on the exam paper (formulas, steps, units, etc.) You will have the entire class period for the exam.
	Exam 1	February 2, 1998 (Friday)
	Exam 2	February 20, 1998 (Friday)
	Exam 3	March 27, 1998 (Friday)
	Exam 4	April 17, 1998 (Friday)
	Final Exam	May 6, 1998 (Wednesday) 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM , GH 101
	The Final Exam is a comprehensive exam and will cover the entire semester, including Seismic Design. No make-up exams. Students are allowed to bring to the exams an 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of paper with formulas and notes, on front and back of the paper. This sheet has to be turned in with the exam (include name), however the sheet will not be graded. Students are also allowed to bring calculators of their choice (including programmable calculators), and a back-up calculator -No sharing.
Attendance:	Attendance is highly valued and encouraged Students will earn 1 point for each class period entirely attended. Students will earn 0.5 point for each class period partially attended Attendance points are extra credit points and can not be made up.
Evaluation:	Homework	100 points
	Details	150 points
	Group Project	100 points
	Exams (3 out of 4 drop lowest score)	300 points
	Final Exam	200 points
	Total for ARCH 4343	1,000 points
	Project ARCH 5023	300 points
	Total for ARCH 5023	1,300 points
Grading:	A grade of ZERO (0) is given for exam absences (no make-up exams). A grade of ZERO (0) is given for work not in on due date (no late work) SCALE (Percent)
	A = 100 - 90	Exceptional grasp and insight
	B = 89 - 80	Substantial grasp, significant insight
	C = 79 - 70	Essential grasp, partial insight
	D = 69 - 60	Minimal grasp, weak insight
	F = 59 - 0	Inadequate grasp or insight
	I =	Incomplete will be given only for extraordinary reasons
	W =	Withdrawal only as per timetable
Academic Misconduct:	All work must be your own, alleged misconduct (see Student Code) will be prosecuted.
Absence:	Absentee must obtain content and assignments from other students. Excessive absence may reduce grade. Perfect attendance will benefit the student in border line case. For additional clarification contact instructor.
Disability:	Any student in this course who has a disability that may prevent him or her from fully demonstrating his or her abilities should contact me personally as soon as possible so we can discuss accommodations necessary to ensure full participation and facilitate your educational opportunities.
Schedule:	Instructor reserves the right to change dates and content and to reschedule exams.
Timetable:	1) M 01.12.98	Introduction to Class
	2) W 01.14.98	Design Project Discussion
	3) F 01.16.98	Lateral Forces
	4) M 01.19.98	Martin Luther King - Holiday
	5) W 01.21.98	Seismic Design - Principles
		Groups Assigned
	6) F 01.23.98	Seismic Design - Calculations
	7) M 01.26.98	Foundation Design
	8) W 01.28.98	Concrete - History
		Preliminary Design Group Project due
	9) F 01.30.98	Exam 1
	10) M 02.02.98	Concrete - Properties
		Detail 1 Foundation due
	11) W 02.04.98	Concrete - Techniques
	12) F 02.06.98	Concrete Beams - Design Procedures
	13) M 02.09.98	Concrete Beams - Factored Loads
	14) W 02.11.98	Concrete Beams - Cross Section
	15) F 02.13.98	Concrete Beams - Rebar
	16) M 02.16.98	Concrete Beams - Shear/Cracking
	17) W 02.18.98	Concrete Beams - Form Design
		Final Design Group Project due
	18) F 02.20.98	Exam 2
	19) M 02.23.98	Concrete Beam - Mixing/Placement/Curing/Finishing
		Detail 2 Beam due
	20) W 02.25.98	Concrete Stairs
	21) F 02.27.98	Concrete Floor Systems
	22) M 03.02.98	Concrete One-Way Slabs - Calculation
	23) W 03.04.98	Concrete One-Way Slabs - Thickness
	24) F 03.06.98	Concrete One-Way Slabs - Rebar
	25) M 03.09.98	Spring Break
	26) W 03.11.98	Spring Break
	27) F 03.13.98	Spring Break
	28) M 03.16.98	Concrete Two-Way Slabs
	29) W 03.18.98	Concrete Two-Way Slabs-Calculations
	30) F 03.20.98	Concrete Two-Way Slabs - Equivalent Frame Method
	31) M 03.23.98	Concrete Columns - Design Guidelines
		Detail 3 Slab due
	32) W 03.25.98	Concrete Columns - Buckling Force
	33) F 03.27.98	Exam 3
	34) M 03.30.98	Concrete Columns - Buckling Stress
	35) W 04.01.98	Concrete Columns - Spiral Column Design
	36) F 04.03.98	Concrete Columns - Short Column Design
	37) M 04.06.98	Concrete Columns - Long Column Design
	38) W 04.08.98	Concrete Columns - Column Details
	39) F 04.10.98	Concrete Columns - Long Column Rebar
	40) M 04.13.98	Building Frames - Walls
		Detail 4 Column due
	41) W 04.15.98	Building Frames - High-Rise
	42) F 04.17.98	Building Frames - Long Span
	43) M 04.20.98	Exam 4
	44) W 04.22.98	Building Frames - Post-tensioned
	45) F 04.24.98	Building Frames - Pre-stressed
	46) M 04.27.98	Review - NCARB Exam
		Detail 5 Concrete Building Frame due
		ARCH 5023 Paper due
	47) W 04.19.98	Review
		Photo Journal due - Student Presentation
	48) F 05.01.98	Review
		Group Project due
	49) M 05.04.98	Comprehensive Final Exam 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM