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Electrical and Communications Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) A

Undergraduate Student’s Programme Handbook

Architectural Engineering

December 2020

Electrical Engineering BUE

Electrical and Communications Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) A

Programme Handbook for Architectural Engineering

Undergraduate Student’s

The British University in Egypt

December 2020

Programme Handbooks are issued and maintained by the Faculty of Engineering, BUE

Architectural Engineering BUE

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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) A

Contents 4 Welcome from the department's staff A 5 Why Architectural Engineering? B 6 Module contents C 20 Grading systems D 22 Summer training internships E 23 Department policies F 26 Useful bits and pieces G


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) A

A. Welcome from the department's staff We would like to welcome you to the Architectural Engineering Department at the British University in Egypt and we hope you will make the right choice in selecting your major in engineering. We aim and seek that you to do everything you want to achieve, through helping you gaining new knowledge and skills while making your studies here at the university fruitful and enjoyable. The main objective of the Architectural Engineering program at the BUE is to provide undergraduates with required knowledge and skills required to start their career in public and private practices in Architectural Engineering. In addition, undergraduates will have the required educational level for post graduate studies. The Department comprises of 4 Lecturers, 6 Associate Professors, and 8 Professors. Support staffs include 15 Teaching Assistants and 12 Assistant Lecturers, 1 Laboratory Assistant, 1 Laboratory Engineer and 1 Administration assistant. The Department has 2 laboratories (CAD and GIS) and Model Making Workshop for supporting the teaching modules and building physical models related to modules, project work and research. We all work together in a collaborative environment with the aim of achieving excellence in teaching, research and experience. The Architectural Engineering handbook is designed to provide a clearer image about the Department and Architectural Engineering as a major. You will be guided through each section with useful information to keep in mind while completing your degree.

We Hope that you will use this handbook as a guide through your four years in the Architectural Engineering Department. We have designed the handbook with certain information that most of our students find useful. The handbook will help in: Providing you with the reasons and

motives for studying Architectural Engineering.

Guiding you through the modules you will be studying in the Architectural Engineering Department and the adopted grading systems.

Explaining the summer training

internships offered to you.

Providing you with information related to the Department’s policies and regulations.

Introducing you to the Department’s staff

and Teaching Assistants to you.


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) B

B. Why Choose Architectural Engineering? “As an architect, you design for the present, with an awareness of the past for a future which is essentially unknown” Norman Foster

Architectural Engineering is one of the oldest means of engineering in history. It is where engineering and art meets to create beautiful designs having aesthetic values and more importantly functional values. Architecture is about human comfort in a particular space designed for a specific function. Architecture has various aspects such as Building design, Landscape design, Interior design and Urban design.

Through studying Architectural Engineering, you will be acquiring skills in how to design a building through several studio‐based modules such as Architectural design, Building, construction and Working drawings. You will also explore basic design principles and learning presentation and modelling skills through Manual and Computer Aided modules. Going through History of Architecture in different eras and also studying Theory of Architectural will widen your scope of knowledge and expertise.

In addition, you will be acquiring new knowledge about technical aspects of architecture through a series of modules about Building Services as well as planning contexts in Urban planning and design. Furthermore, basic modules in Civil Engineering will provide you with knowledge and skills in construction materials and anticipating and calculating structural element of your design through structure based‐modules. Lastly managing projects is an important aspect of any project where you will learn essential knowledge, skills, tools and techniques required for managing your projects successfully.

Most Architects dream of establishing their own practices and travelling around the world to build their designs. They dream big and one day their dreams come true and be great architects such as Frank Gehry, Jean Nouvel, Zaha Hadid, and Steven Holl. Off course this is possible if you are confident and talented. Most graduates can work in design firms or construction corporates. Some may specialize in architectural design and others in detailing and shop drawings. A few could work in construction sites. Even less , may work in sales and marketing of construction materials or technologies while others may work as project managers. All professions require team work and interdisciplinary skills along with communication and time management capabilities to allow you to collaborate with other professions. Creativity and hardworking is a must in such career and if you see yourself having these traits then enroll in the Architectural Engineering Department and join our team and we will support you to materialize all your dreams of success and prosperity.


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) C

C. Module contents In this programme, emphasis is placed on the fundamentals of Architectural design principles and techniques along with Computer Aided Applications and Engineering aspects. Students will learn the Architectural design, practical and theoretical concepts and other areas of knowledge that support the design process through a series of mandatory modules and a set of optional modules in several areas of specialization. This includes: Architectural Design, History and Theory of Architecture, Building Construction, Building Services, Working Drawings, Urban Planning and Design, Computer Applications in Architecture and Project Management. Each module in the programme has a level. Levels at the BUE reflect the standards adopted by the UK’s Higher Education Qualifications Framework (HEQF). They are classified as follows: Level P (Preparatory). Taught in the preparatory year of the engineering programme at BUE. Level C (Certificate). Taught in degree year 1 and some modules in degree year 2 of the engineering programme at BUE.

Level I (Intermediate). Taught in degree year 3 and some modules in degree year 2 of the engineering programs at BUE. Level H (Honors). Taught in degree year 4 and some modules in degree year 3 of the engineering programme at BUE. The following listing provides a summary of the modules covered in each degree year of the programme, including information on module's corresponding credit weight, prerequisites, semester taught in, related keywords, and a brief description of topics covered. Note that each module has a unique code. The list provides only the basic code of the module (e.g. ARCH07C), but in practice this code will be prefixed with two digits indicating the current academic year. For example, if the module Is delivered in the academic year 2020‐2021, then the code ARCH07C will be prefixed by '20', to give 20ARCH07C. It worth mentioning that DY1 modules are given S level, DY2, DY3 and DY4 are given levels 4, 5 and 6 respectively.


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Year 1 modules (120 credits at level S) Module’s code Credits Module’s name Semester ARCH07C 10 Architectural Drawing & Design Applications 1 ARCH06C 10 History of Architecture (1) 1 ARCH18C 10 Introduction to Construction Methods 1 ARCH01C 10 Introduction to Structural Analysis 1 ARCH15C 10 Visual Design (1) 1 ARCH17C 10 Technical Writing for Architects 1 ARCH16C 10 Architectural Design (1) 2 ARCH19C 10 Surveying for Architectural Engineers 2 ARCH09C 10 Building Construction (1) 2 ARCH02C 10 Construction Materials 2 ARCH08C 10 Environmental Control & Design 2 ARCH13C 10 Visual Design (2) 2

Year 2 modules (120 credits at level 4) Module’s code Credits Module’s name Semester ARCH102I 10 Architectural Design (2) 1 ARCH03I 10 Architectural Design Principles 1 ARCH11C 10 Building Construction (2) 1 ARCH06I 10 Building Services 1 ARCH14C 10 Computer Applications in Architecture (1) 1 ARCH07I 10 History of Architecture (2) 1 ARCH08I 10 Architectural Design (3) 2 ARCH05I 10 Building Construction (3) 2 ARCH01I 10 Engineering Contracts& Quantity Surveying 2 ARCH12C 10 Principles of Management for Architectural

Engineers 2

ARCH05C 10 Structural Drawings 2 ARCH10I 10 Theory of Architecture (1) 2


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Year 3 modules (120 credits at level 5) Module’s code Credits Module’s name Semester ARCH11I 15 Architectural Design (4) 1 ARCH12I 10 Geotechnical Engineering 1 ARCH16I 15 Project Management& Construction

Economics 1

ARCH18H 10 Theory of Architecture (2) 1 ARCH14I 10 Working Drawings (1) 1 ARCH03H 15 Architectural Design (5) 2 ARCH09I 10 Computer Application in Architecture (2) 2 ARCH13I 10 Interior Design (1) 2 ARCH17I 10 Urban Planning 2 ARCH13H 15 Working Drawings (2) 2 ARCH11I 15 Architectural Design (4) 1 ARCH12I 10 Geotechnical Engineering 1

Year 4 modules (120 credits at level 6) Module’s code Credits Module’s name Semester ARCH25H 30 BSc. Design Project [1:2] 1&2 ARCH06H 20 Research Dissertation [1:1] 1&2 ARCH07H 20 Architectural Design (6) 1 ARCH05H 10 Urban Design 1 10 Optional (1) 1 ARCH14H 10 Landscape Architecture 2 10 Optional (2) 2 10 Optional (2) 2


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Optional modules (1) Module’s code Credits Module’s name Semester ARCH19H 10 Built Environment & Human Behaviour 1 ARCH20H 10 Geographic Information Systems 1 ARCH09H 10 Human Resources Management in Construction

and Architecture

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ARCH15H 10 Interior Design (2) 1

Optional modules (2) Module’s code Credits Module’s name Semester ARCH17H 10 Architecture of Arid Environments 2 ARCH08H 10 Computer Application in Architecture (3) 2 ARCH16H 10 Environmental Impact Assessment 2 ARCH21H 10 Environmental Simulation 2 ARCH22H 10 Facility Management in Building Life Cycle 2 ARCH23H 10 Housing 2 ARCH11H 10 Lean Construction 2


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Y1 modules: Module code: ARCH07C Title: A r ch i t e c t u r a l D r aw i ng & De s i g n App l i c a t i on s Degree Year: 1 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents the different manual methods used in architectural design

presentation. The aim of this module is to develop knowledge and understanding of, and practice using, manual methods for producing architectural drawings and practicing design representation.

Module code: ARCH06C Title: History of Architecture (1)Degree Year: 1 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The Course is an introduction to main design aesthetic of history and theories of

architecture where students can analyze and understand the form generation concepts, spatial qualities , building materials and structural elements of different eras. The aim of this module is to develop knowledge and understanding of the history of architecture and the key spatial, functional and aesthetic elements of the built form.

Module code: ARCH18C Title: Introduction to Construction MethodsDegree Year: 1 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents an introduction to the technological aspects and construction

methods involved in construction industry. The aim of this module is to introduce the technological aspects, construction methods and sequences, The module emphasizes on the basic architectural and structural components, subsystems and their functions. The module is considered an introductory course that builds the necessary construction‐based knowledge necessary for all civil and architectural courses to follow.

Module code: ARCH01C Title: Introduction to Structural Analysis Degree Year: 1 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents the necessary information concerning the analysis of different

structures types including beams, frames, trusses and others. The aim of this module is for students to understand the principles of structural analysis and design and to appreciate how this is related to architectural form.

Module code: ARCH15C Title: Visual Design (1)Degree Year: 1 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents an introduction to the basics of graphic design and communication

along with presentation skills of model making. The aim of this module is to develop knowledge and understanding of the colors , spaces and zones and how to generate forms from a conceptual idea


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) C Module code: ARCH17C Title: Technical Writing for ArchitectsDegree Year: 1 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents an introduction to technical report writing and terminologies

used by architects. The aims of this module are to provide the student with skills in assimilation of information pertinent to the architectural profession available from technical documents such as specifications regulations and reports and from academic research such as journal papers and academic publications. In addition, this module supports students to communicate their findings in writing and graphically.

Module code: ARCH16C Title: Architectural Design (1)Degree Year: 1 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents knowledge on design projects. The aims of this module are to

present a thorough grounding of the Egyptian building law; provide solutions to simple architecture problems taking into consideration environmental requirements and landscaping; and formulate a design brief, functional requirements and spatial requirements.

Module code: ARCH19C Title: Surveying for Architectural EngineersDegree Year: 1 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents the necessary information concerning the survey activities and

instrumentations. For the student to obtain an understanding of surveying instrumentation together with observation techniques and limitations, and also for the student to acquire the practical skills necessary to use maps in setting out planned structures in the field.

Module code: ARCH09C Title: Building Construction (1)Degree Year: 1 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents an introduction to the basics of technical drawings. The aim of

this module is to present the building production process for unframed buildings and to introduce the student to professional development and lifelong learning.

Module code: ARCH02C Title: Construction MaterialsDegree Year: 1 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents the necessary information concerning the construction

materials properties and behavior. The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of the nature of common construction materials, their constituents, and properties and how they are used in engineering applications and to show how this knowledge is applied to design.


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) C Module code: ARHC08C Title: Environmental Control & DesignDegree Year: 1 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module presents the process of addressing surrounding environmental

parameters when devising buildings. It seeks to create spaces that will control and enhance the natural , social cultural and physical environment.

Module code: ARCH13C Title: Visual Design (2)Degree Year: 1 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to provide the student with knowledge and skills necessary

for shade and shadows casting, and perspective drawing, as necessary tools of architectural representation and graphic communication.


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Y2 modules: Module code: ARCH102I Title: Architectural Design (2)Degree Year: 2 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH16CKeywords: Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to understand the relationship between the building

architectural form; appreciate the importance of low energy building design in contributing to a sustainable future; present the environmental issues which should be considered during the design and construction of buildings; and to apply these issues on an architectural design problem; Resolution of structural issues, functional requirements, and form generation in low‐rise buildings.

Module code: ARCH03I Title: Architectural Design PrinciplesDegree Year: 2 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to prepare the students to the Urban Planning and Urban

Design courses; present the principles of Egyptian Law as applied to property rights, land, buildings and construction; illustrate context and objectives of urban planning and urban development; and present different urban development strategies.

Module code: ARCH11C Title: Building Construction (2)Degree Year: 2 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH09CKeywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to introduce principles & techniques building construction,

building materials and building systems; Introduce construction methods. Module code: ARCH06I Title: Building ServicesDegree Year: 2 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to present technological aspects, functions and operations of

building service systems. Module code: ARCH14C Title: Computer Applications in Architecture (1)Degree Year: 2 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to develop students' skills of using 2D computer aided

design to produce quality 2D architectural drawings using AutoCAD software. Module code: ARCH07I Title: History of Architecture (2)Degree Year: 2 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to introduce the architecture of the Islamic Civilization as it

developed throughout the ages and in the different regions and to ground the students in the architectural concepts used the design of particular building types.


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) C Module code: ARCH08I Title: Architectural Design (3)Degree Year: 2 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 20ARCH02IKeywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to develop architectural design capabilities related to spatial

configuration of several repetitive elements, while maintaining functional and structural requirements.

Module code: ARCH05I Title: Building Construction (3)Degree Year: 2 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to introduce the technological aspects of the design and

construction of steel and precast framed buildings. Module code: ARCH01I Title: Engineering Contracts & Quantity SurveyingDegree Year: 2 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: This module aims to provide in-depth knowledge of current and emerging practices of

the Quantity Surveyor; Introduce the manner in which construction contractors prepare estimates and tenders.

Module code: ARCH12C Title: Principles of Management for Architectural Engineers Degree Year: 2 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to introduce the fundamental principles of management

with particular emphasis on the construction industry. Module code: ARCH05C Title: Structural DrawingsDegree Year: 2 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to provide the student with the knowledge and skills

necessary to generate a set of plans and details for how buildings or other structures will be built.

Module code: ARCH10I Title: Theory of Architecture (1)Degree Year: 2 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH03IKeywords: Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to present architectural design methods; provide in‐ depth

knowledge of architectural design elements and their inter‐relations.


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Y3 modules: Module code: ARCH11I Title: Architectural Design (4)Degree Year: 3 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH08IKeywords: Design Project , Conceptual design Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to gain an understanding of the methods for challenging

construction designs and processes by innovative solutions; and apply these solutions into an architectural design problem for complex large span buildings with functional spatial requirements..

Module code: ARCH12I Title: Geotechnical EngineeringDegree Year: 3 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Soil , rock , investigation , failure Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to illustrate the influence of ground conditions on the design and

construction processes, and to understand engineering solutions that can be applied to typical geotechnical problems.

Module code: ARCH16I Title: Project Management & Construction Economics Degree Year: 3 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Construction management , project management , investments Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of principles, tools and

techniques of project management and construction economics. Module code: ARCH18H Title: Theory of Architecture (2)Degree Year: 3 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH14HKeywords: Architecture , theory , philosophyBrief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to Introduce students to the theories and philosophies of

20th and 21st century architecture; present different space concepts in relation to the dialects between structure and materials; identify and describe different architectural styles from all regions of the world from modernism to the theory displacement and blob architecture as well as to identify different case studies within and beyond the parameters of Modernism.

Module code: ARCH14I Title: Working Drawing (1)Degree Year: 3 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH05IKeywords: Detail , workshop drawingsBrief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to introduce students to advanced detailed execution drawings, and

workshop detailing.. Module code: ARCH03H Title: Architectural Design (5)Degree Year: 3 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH08IKeywords: Design , project, conceptual design Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to present students with the process within which high‐rise

buildings are conceived and designed, from briefing to concept design stage and to apply this knowledge in a conceptual building design project.


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) C Module code: ARCH09I Title: Computer Application in Architecture (2)Degree Year: 3 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Computer modelling , 3DsmaxBrief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to develop students' understanding of 3D computer aided

design procedures and command structures using AutoCAD & 3D MAX, for architectural, engineering and construction professions (AEC); and provide students with the ability to evaluate and apply 3D CAD modelling, editing and rendering techniques in architectural, engineering and construction projects.

Module code: ARCH13I Title: Interior Design (1)Degree Year: 3 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Interior Design, refurbishment , defects Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to prepare students to be able to present the theories and

concepts of Interior Design of architectural spaces; and present strategies and techniques used in converting and refurbishing buildings.

Module code: ARCH17I Title: Urban PlanningDegree Year: 3 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Urban , community , planning , surrounding context Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to introduce students to the principles, processes, and

practices of urban planning. Module code: ARCH13H Title: Working Drawing (2)Degree Year: 3 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH05IKeywords: Working , construction , drawings , details.Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to prepare students to be able to complete a set of workshop

drawings required to build a preliminary construction project. The course begins with an overview of the design process and continues with a study of manufacturing materials and processes, standards, detail and assembly drawings, high technology working details.


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Y4 modules: Module code: ARCH25H Title: BSc. Design ProjectDegree Year: 4 Semester: 1&2 Credits: 30 Prerequisites: Keywords: Design Graduation ProjectBrief aim/scope: he aim of this module is to present the students with the experience of the design process

from preparation of the brief through to detailed design drawings. Module code: ARCH06H Title: Research DissertationDegree Year: 4 Semester: 1&2 Credits: 20 Prerequisites: Keywords: Research , Architecture , ThesisBrief aim/scope: The aims of this module is to provide students with experience in research process and

methodology to be able to investigate topics related to architecture and the built environment using methodologies of scientific enquiry.

Module code: ARCH07H Title: Architectural Design (6)Degree Year: 4 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH03HKeywords: Design , construction , conceptual Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to present the principles of design of high‐tech buildings

within a context with cultural significance. Module code: ARCH05H Title: Urban DesignDegree Year: 4 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Urban design , urban fabric , community , surrounding context Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is for students to understand the process within which urban

context are conceived and designed, from appraisal of existing urban character to scheme design stage and to apply this knowledge in an urban design project.

Module code: ARCH14H Title: Landscape ArchitectureDegree Year: 4 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Landscape design , softscape , hardscape , elements Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to understand the context and the process within which

landscape environments are conceived and designed, from concept to scheme design stage and apply this knowledge in a conceptual landscape design project.


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Y4 Optional modules (1): Module code: ARCH19H Title: Built Environment & Human Behavior Degree Year: 4 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to clarify between the physical environment and the

behavior of its inhabitants in Cities. As well it discusses the effects of a particular physical environment on the different aspects of the lives of its people as well as their interactive influence and changes of the features of the environment within which they are living.

Module code: ARCH20H Title: Geographic Information SystemsDegree Year: 4 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: GIS, spatial data , spatial analysis , data analysis , data visualization Brief aim/scope: The aims of the module are to provide a broad introduction to the basic concepts of

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) including technical, data‐related, and organizational issues, and to develop a critical appreciation of the impact of GIS on the planning profession and society at large.

Module code: ARCH09H Title: Human Resources Management in Construction & Architecture Degree Year: 4 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Management, construction , architecture , human resourceBrief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to present students with the range of techniques and strateg

managing people within the context of the construction project environment. Module code: ARCH15H Title: Interior Design (2)Degree Year: 4 Semester: 1 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: 19ARCH13IKeywords: Interior design , decoration , space designBrief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to develop knowledge and understanding of the key spatial,

functional and aesthetic elements of interior design of architectural spaces.

Y4 Optional modules (2): Module code: ARCH17H Title: Architecture of Arid EnvironmentsDegree Year: 4 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Architecture , Hot Arid environments , climate control Brief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to provide a broad introduction to the concepts of

architectural design in hot arid environments and the way a building form and structure moderates the climate for human comfort; Introduce both passive and mechanical methods (and the combination of both) to achieve human comfort in arid environments; however the emphasis on understanding both established and innovative approaches to passive design methods in hot arid environments.

Module code: ARCH08H Title: Computer Application in Architecture (3)Degree Year: 4 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Revit Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to introduce students to Autodesk Revit applications and

Building Information Modelling (BIM). Emphasis is on their development and applications within design and construction practices.


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) C Module code: ARCH16H Title: Environmental Impact AssessmentDegree Year: 4 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Environmental impact , assessment tools , EIA report Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to develop knowledge and understanding of the key concepts,

theories, methodologies, and techniques of conducting Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of a specific project.

Module code: ARCH22H Title: Facility Management Building Life CycleDegree Year: 4 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Efficiency management Brief aim/scope: This course introduces to the major techniques used to measure a life cycle of a building

from acquisition of raw materials to demolition. Furthermore , life cycle management for more efficient buildings

Module code: ARCH21H Title: Environmental Simulation Degree Year: 4 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Virtual environmentsBrief aim/scope: The aims of this module are to present the definition of a simulation based learning

environment which includes a controlled, shielded and often simplified copy of a real world process system to be studied. .

Module code: ARCH23H Title: HousingDegree Year: 4 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is for students to understand the process living spaces , refers to

the construction and assigned usage of houses or buildings collectively , for the purpose of sheltering people.

Module code: ARCH11H Title: Lean ConstructionDegree Year: 4 Semester: 2 Credits: 10 Prerequisites: Keywords: Brief aim/scope: The aim of this module is to introduce students to the principles, tools and techniques of

Lean Construction in the construction industry.


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) D

D. Grading Systems At the BUE, we use both the Egyptian and the British grading systems. The following equivalence mapping table provides a useful tool to convert between the two systems

Egyptian Standing

British Mark

Egyptian Mark

Letter Grade

Distinction

99 100

A+

98 99 97 99 96 98 95 98 94 97 93 97 92 96 91 96 90 95 89 95 88 94 87 94 86 93 85 93 84 92 83 92 82 91 81 91 80 90 79 90 78 89 77 89 76 88

A 75 88 74 87 73 86

A‐ 72 86 71 85 70 85

Very good

69 84 B+ 68 83

67 82 66 81

B 65 80 64 79 63 78

B‐ 62 77 61 76 60 75

Egyptian Standing

British Mark

Egyptian Mark

Letter Grade

Good

59 74 C+ 58 73

57 72 56 71

C 55 70 54 69 53 68

C‐

52 67 51 66 50 65

Satisfactory

49 64 D+ 48 62

47 60 46 59

D 45 57 44 55 43 54

D‐ 42 53 41 51 40 50

Fail/Weak

39 49

F

38 48 37 46 36 45 35 44 34 43 33 41 32 40 31 39 30 38 29 36 28 35 27 34 26 33 25 31 24 30


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) D

Fail/Very Weak

23 29

F

22 28 21 26 20 25 19 24 18 23 17 21 16 20 15 19 14 18 13 16 12 15 11 14 10 13 9 11 8 10 7 9 6 8 5 6 4 5 3 4 2 3 1 1 0 0


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Electrical and Communications Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) E

E. Summer training internships Each student in this programme must complete two training sessions namely, office & site training in the summer of year 2 and year 3 as pass requirement for graduation. The office and site training placements (pass or fail, no credits, at level I and H) are the two modules ENGG03I and ENGG07H. The office placement internship, for all students, requires the attendance of a whole month working on technical drawings including design drawings, modelling or shop and working drawings. The site placement internship, for all students, requires the attendance of a whole month working on site and learning about construction methods in real life projects and gathering information about different materials and their properties. This supports the development and recognition of career management skills through work placements and work experience. These trainings can be at architectural firms, architectural workshops or construction sites offered by the department during the summer period of year 2 and year 3.

Examples of Office summer training: • ECG (Egyptian Consultants Group) • Orascom. • Taalat Mostafa. • Mimar Consultant. • Dar Al –Handasah. • ACC (Arabian Consultant Company) • Sodic Group • Emaar properties • GCC (Global Consolidated Consultant)

• Arab Contractors.


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) F

F. School Policies

Impaired

Performance (IP)

Absence Form Inquiry Academic Appeal

Why When you have

missed any assessed

CW due to Un‐

Planned

circumstances.

When you have

missed any Lectures,

Tutorials, Labs and

assessed CW due to

Planned

circumstances.

When you are not

satisfied regarding a

given mark and you

feel that your

performance in the

mentioned

component deserves

better mark

When you have got

refusal on any

submissions you did

i.e. absence form, IP

and you have new

grounds for your

case that were not

submitted before.

How Follow the link

received by Q&V, fill

in all required data

and submit.

Download the form

from BUE website,

fill all required

information, get it

sign from relevant

MLs before

submission to

relevant

Department’s Admin

Follow the link

received by Dean’s

office, fill in all

required data and

submit.

Follow the link

received by Q&V, fill

in all required data

and submit.

When Upon Q&V

notification that the

IP portal via BUE

web‐site is launched

for Students’

submission

Throughout the

semester,

submission is within

15 days from the

return date

After each Semester

Results as per Q&V

announced timeline

Upon Q&V

notification that the

Appeal portal via

BUE web‐site is

launched for

Students’

submission

Where Online Relevant

Department Admin

Online Online


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Architectural Engineering Programme Handbook (undergraduates) G

G. Useful bits and pieces I. Academic staff 1. Professors:


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2. Associate Professors:

3. Lecturers:


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4. Assistant Lecturers:


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5. Teaching Assistants:


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5. Lab Assistants & Administration:


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G. Useful bits and pieces II. Resources and facilities I. Laboratories

CAD Lab A‐122 GIS Lab A‐108 Model Making Workshop

II. Library resources and databases Scopus Science Direct Springer Ernst & Peter Neufert – Architects Data AIA Guidelines Egyptian Building Codes


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Undergraduate student’s

Programme Handbook for Architectural Engineering

The British University in Egypt

December 2020

1. Cover pages2. Contents + Part A3. Part B4. Part C5. Part D6. Part E7. Part F8. Part X

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