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University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines SYLLABUS

(Formerly Mindanao University of Science and Technology) Course Title: RESEARCH METHODS FOR ARCHITECTURE
College of Engineering and Architecture Course Code:ARCH 421
Department: Architecture Credits:3 Units
USTP Vision Semester/Year:2ND Semester Prerequisite(s):
A nationally - recognized Bldg/Rm no.: Co-requisite(s):
Science and Technology Instructor: Consultation Schedule:
University providing the vital Email: Bldg./Rm:
link between education and the Mobile no.: Office Phone no./Local: 172
economy. I. Course Description:
Quantitative and operational methods in architectural design research activity, requirement in use analysis
USTP Mission II. Course Outcomes(CO) Program Outcomes (PO)
 Bring the world of work a b c d e f g h i j k l m
(industry) into the actual CO1:
higher education and To Apply workable research methods and procedures I E D
training of students;
 Offer entrepreneurs the CO2:
To Acquire basic research skills I E D
opportunity to maximize
their business potentials
CO3:
through a gamut of services To Obtain a broader framework upon which the requirements and I E D
from product implications of specific projects are foreseen
conceptualization to CO4: I E D
commercialization; To understand the concept of the quantitative research methodology
 Contribute significantly to
the national development III. Course Outline:
goals of food security and
energy sufficiency through
Technology solutions

Program Educational
Objectives:
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Three to Five years from

Graduation:
PEO1: Graduates are Course Teaching-
competent architects of the built Allotted Intended Learning Suggested Assessment Grading
Outcomes Topic/s Learning Remarks
environment through Time Outcomes(ILO) Readings Tasks/Tools Criteria
(CO) Activities
sustainable development and
providers of innovative
solutions.
To learn about the Overview and Methods & Lecture Schematic rubrics for
importance of research introduction to the Technique of Exercise Exercise and quiz
PEO2: Graduates are active in architecture course Research, C.A. Homework Drawn or Written
leaders in maintaining the Sanchez, Ph.D. Quiz Assignment/Drawi rubrics for
standards of the professional Research Major Plate ng Tools seatworks
practice and ethical conduct of CO1 Method,
Week 1 Consuelo G.
the profession. CO2 Sevilla Ed.D.,
Jesus A.
PEO3: Graduates are pioneers OchaveResear
of architectural ch & Thesis
entrepreneurship both in local Writing, Jose
Arias Ade
and global markets.
To learn about Research Methods & -Lecture Exercise/Drawing rubrics for
Program Outcomes: Research definitions, definitions, types, Technique of -Exercise Tools and quiz
The graduates of the Program types, importance, etc. importance, etc. Research, C.A. -Homework Sketchbook
will be able to: Sanchez, Ph.D. rubrics for
-Quiz
Research seat works
a. APPLY various information -Major Plate
Method,
and communication technology Week 2
CO1
Consuelo G.
(ICT) media for architectural CO2
Sevilla Ed.D.,
CO3
solutions, presentations, and Jesus A.
techniques in design and OchaveResear
ch & Thesis
construction. Writing, Jose
b. VALIDATE active Arias Ade
membership in the accredited
organization to establish local
and international linkages and
networks.
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c. CREATE contract
documents, technical reports Week 3 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
and legal documents used in
architectural practice adhering
to applicable laws, ethics,
To learn about the Methodologies/tools
standards and regulations. History and Background and techniques in
d. RECOGNIZE concepts and of climate design research:
principles from specialized 3.1 Research
fields and allied disciplines into Design
Methods &
various architectural problems. 3.2 Sampling
Technique of
Design
e. CREATE entrepreneurial and 3.3 Data
Research, C.A.
business initiatives relevant to Sanchez, Ph.D.
Collection Methods -Lecture
Research
architecture practice. 3.4 Data
Method, -Exercise Exercise/Drawing
f. APPLY Knowledge In The Week 4-8 CO1 Processing and
Consuelo G. -Homework Tools and
Following Fields: CO2 Tabulation
Sevilla Ed.D., -Quiz Sketchbook
CO3 3.5 Basic
(A) Sustainable Architecture; Statistics
Jesus A. -Major Plate
(B) Cultural And Historical OchaveResear
3.6 Data
ch & Thesis
Heritage Conservation And Analysis and
Writing, Jose rubrics for
Preservation; interpretation
Arias Ade quiz
(C) Architectural Acoustics;
(D) Architectural Lighting; rubrics for
(E) Project Management; seat works
(F) Business Of Architecture;
(G) Architectural Photography;
(H) Green Architecture.
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
Week 9

Code Descriptor
I Introductory Course To learn about Preparation of a Methods & -Lecture
E Enabling Course Weeks
Preparation of a thesis thesis proposal Technique of -Exercise Exercise/Drawing
Demonstrative CO1 proposal 4.1 The research Research, C.A.
10,11,12,1 -Homework Tools and
CO2 4.1 The research problems and Sanchez, Ph.D.
D Course 3,14,16 -Quiz Sketchbook
CO3 problems and objectives Research
Code Definition &17 -Major Plate
objectives 4.2 The research Method,
4.2 The research report : Writing the Consuelo G.
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An introductory Sevilla Ed.D.,

I
course to an outcome report : Writing the Jesus A. rubrics for
research proposal research proposal OchaveResear quiz
A course that 4.3 Consolidation 4.3 Consolidation ch & Thesis
E strengthens the and Final evaluation and Final evaluation Writing, Jose rubrics for
outcome Arias Ade seat works
A course
D demonstrating an
outcome
PRE-FINAL EXAMINATION
Week 15

FINAL EXAMINATION
Week 18

IV. Course Requirements:

1. Class attendance and participation policy:
 Attendance refer to Student Handbook
2. Course Readings/Materials:
(a)Titles, authors, and editions of textbooks and other materials, required and recommended(Copyright wiithin 10 years)

(b) Supplies needed (calculators, softwares, workbooks, disks, CDs, lab supplies, art supplies, etc.)

(c)URLs foronline resources

3. Assignments, Assessment, and Evaluation
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(a)Policy concerning homework

(b) Policy concerning make-up exams
 refer to student handbook
(c) Policy concerning late assignments/requirements
 assignment/s should be submitted at the start of the class (and not later than 15 min. from start of class) late
submission of assignments will not be accepted
 late submission of requirement/s will have corresponding deduction
(d) Preliminary information on term papers or projects, with due dates
 late projects will be given equivalent deduction per hour
(e) List of assignments that will impact the final grade and % weight given each
 3 assignments per term
(f)Description in detail of grading processes and criteria (how many quizzes, tests, papers; weighting of each; amount of
homework, etc.) or the GRADING POLICY

(Passing Percentage is 70%)

Periodic Grade: Grade:

Periodic Exam - 30 % Midterm = 50%CO1 + 50%CO2 - 50%
Quizzes - 40 % Final = 20%CO1 + 40%CO2 + 40% CO3 - 50%
Performance Task - 20% Final Gade = 100%
Others - 10 %
100 %

(g) Subject-to-change notice - TBA

(h)) Date and time of Midterm and Final Exam - TBA
4. Use of VLS in classto distribute course materials, to communicate and collaborate online, to post grades, to submit assignments, and
to give you online quizzes and surveys.
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Disclaimer:

Every attempt is made to provide a complete syllabus that provides an accurate overview of the subject. However, circumstances and events make it necessary for the instructor to modify the syllabus during the semester. This may depend, in part, on the progress, needs, and experiences of
the students.

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Recommending Approval:

Approved by:
ARCH. CHRIS FRANCIS ASPIRAS
Chairman-Architecture
DR. LEONEL L. PABILONA, D. ENG.
Dean- CEA