Republic of the Philippines

BATANGAS STATE UNIVERISTY

Alangilan Campus
Alangilan, Batangas City
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE AND FINE ARTS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE
COURSE INFORMATION SYLLABUS (CIS)
Vision A premier national university that develops leaders in the global knowledge economy.

Mission
A university committed to producing leaders by providing a 21st century learning environment through innovations in
education, multidisciplinary research, and community and industry partnerships in order to nurture the spirit of
nationhood, propel the national economy and engage the world for sustainable development.
Course Title Steel and Timber Design Course Code CE 423
Course Category Basic Engineering Courses Pre-requisite(s) CE 422
Semester/Year First/2022-2023 Credit Hours 3 hours (Lecture)
Course Instructor Romeo E. Castillo 53797 Reference CMO 61 Series of 2017
Date Prepared August 2022
[email protected]
Revision No.: 1*

Period of Study 18 weeks Revision Date: N/A

Course Rationale and The course aims to provide architecture students the basic knowledge, design code provisions, and application of Steel
Description and Timber Design concepts, principles and theories in order to appreciate its role on their chosen field of
specialization. The course shall tackle both design and analysis of structural elements made up of steel and timber.

Contact Hours 3 hours (Lecture)

Criteria for Assessment 50 % Major Examinations (Midterm and Final Exams)

30 % Quiz/Assignment/Seatwork
20 % Group Computational Workshop
Teaching, Learning, and This course will be taught through a combination of formal lectures, studio and class activity using available resources, and various
Assessment Strategies reference books. Major
Examinations: The course shall design two (2) major examinations - Midterm and Final. Major Examinations will be strictly
monitored by the instructor and minus points will be given if caught cheating.
Intended Learning ILO Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
Outcomes (ILO) ILO1 Analyze the concepts, principles and theories of the subject.
ILO2 Demonstrate the knowledge learnt from the subject into real life problems.
ILO3
ILO4
ILO5
ILO6
ILO7
Assessment Method and Assessment Tasks (AT) Distribution Intended Learning Outcomes Domains
Distribution Map Code Assessment Tasks I/R/D (%) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 C P A
EX Major Examinations I/R 50 60 40 100
Quiz, Assignment and
QAS I/R 30 60 40 80 20
Seatwork
Group Computational
RPC I/R/D 20 30 70 60 20 20
Workshop
Total 100
Note: All internal assessments with feedback will be made available within 2 week after each assessment
Textbook 1
2 McCormac and Csernak, Structural Steel Design 5th Edition (2012)
Other Books and 3 Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines, National Structural Code of the Philippines 2015 7th
References Edition (2015)

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 4 Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines, National Structural Code of the Philippines 2001 6th
Edition (2001)

Institutional Graduate IGA Institutional Graduate Attributes (IGA) Statements

Attributes (IGA) IGA1 Knowledge Competence
Demonstrate a mastery of the fundamental knowledge and skills required for functioning effectively as a
professional in the discipline, and an ability to integrate and apply them effectively to practice in the
workplace.
IGA2 Creativity and Innovation
Experiment with new approaches, challenge existing knowledge boundaries and design novel solutions to
solve problems.
IGA3 Critical and Systems
Identify, define, and deal with complex problems pertinent to the future professional practice or daily life
through logical, analytical and critical thinking.
IGA4 Communication
Communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with a wide range of audiences, across a range of
professional and personal contexts, in English and Pilipino.
IGA5 Lifelong Learning
Identify own learning needs for professional or personal development; demonstrate an eagerness to take up
opportunities for learning new things as well as the ability to learn effectively on their own.

IGA6 Leadership, teamwork, and Interpersonal Skills

Function effectively both as a leader and as a member of a team; motivate and lead a team to work towards
goal; work collaboratively with other team members; as well as connect and interact socially and effectively
with diverse culture.
IGA7 Global Outlook
Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of global issues and willingness to work, interact effectively
and show sensitivity to cultural diversity.
IGA8 Social and National Responsibility
Demonstrate an awareness of their social and national responsibility; engage in activities that contribute to
the betterment of the society; and behave ethically and responsibly in social, professional and work
environments.
Student Outcomes (SO) SO Student Outcomes (SO) Statements
SO1 Discipline Knowledge
Ability to apply art, sciences and theory of designs to solve complex architectural problems.
SO2 Investigation
Ability to develp and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze,and interpret data and use architectural
judgement to draw conclusions;
SO3 Design/Development of Solutions
Design solution, system, components, processes, exhibiting improvements/innovations, that meet specified
needs with appropriate
SO4 Leadership and Teamworkconsideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, economical, ethical,
Function effectively as a member of a leader on a diverse team whose members together provide leadership,
create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

SO5 Problem Analysis

identify, formulate, and solve complex architectural problems by applying principles of art, science, and
design;
SO6 Ethics and Professionalism
Apply ethical principles and professional responsibilities in architectural situations and make informed
judgments, which must consider the impact of architectural solutions in global, environmental, and societal
SO7 contexts.
Communication
Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the community, and the society at large,
such as being able
SO8 Environment and to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective
Sustainability
Recognize the impact of professional architectural solutions in societal, global, and environmental contexts
and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development;
SO9 Lifelong Learning

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 SO9
Recognize the need for, and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of
SO10 technological
The Architectchange.
and Society
Apply reasoning based on contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, cultural,
contemporary issues, and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional architectural practices.

SO11 Modern Tool Usage

Apply appropriate techniques, skills, and modern architectural and IT tools to complex architectural
activities;
SO12 Project Management and Finance
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of construction management and financial principles as member
or a leader of a team to manage projects in multidisciplinary settings, and identify opportunities of
SO13 entrepreneurship.
Social and National Responsibility
Apply acquired architectural knowlegde and skills in addressing community problems that contributes to
CDIO Framework Skills CDIO national development. CDIO Skills
CDIO1 Disciplinary Knowledge & Reasoning
Knowledge of underlying arts and sciences, core architectural fundamental knowledge, advanced
architectural fundamental knowledge, methods and tools
CDIO2 Personal and Professional Skills & Attributes
Analytical reasoning and problem solving; experimentation , investigation and knowledge discovery; system
thinking; attitudes, thoughts and learning; ethics, equity and other responsibilities
CDIO3 Interpersonal Skills: Teamwork & Communication
Teamwork, communications, communication in a foreign language
CDIO4 Conceiving, Designing, Implementing & Operating Systems
External, societal and environmental context, enterprise and business context, conceiving, systems
architecture and management, designing, implementing, operating
Sustainable Development SDG SDG Skills
Goals Skills SDG1 Envisioning
Establish a link between long-term goals and and immediate actions, and motivate people to take action by
harnessing their deep aspirations.
SDG2 Critical Thinking and Reflection
Examine economic, environmental, social and cultural structures in the context of sustainable development,
and challenges people to examine and question the underlying assumptions that influence their world views
by having them reflect on unsustainable practices.
SDG3 Systemic Thinking
Recognise that the whole is more than the sum of its parts, and it is a better way to understand and manage
complex situations.
SDG4 Building Partnerships
Promote dialogue and negotiation, learning to work together, so as to strengthen ownership of and
commitment to sustainable action through education and learning.
SDG5 Participation in Decision Making
Empower oneself and others through involvement in joint analysis, planning and control of local decisions.

COURSE POLICIES
A. GRADING SYSTEM
The grading system adopted by this course is as follows:
Excellent 1.00 98 - 100
Superior 1.25 94 - 97
Very Good 1.5 90 - 93
Good 1.75 88 - 89
Meritorious 2.00 85 - 87
Very Satisfactory 2.25 83 - 84
Satisfactory 2.50 80 - 82
Fairly Satisfactory 2.75 78 - 79
Passing 3.00 75 - 77
Failure 5.00 Below 70
Incomplete INC

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 *Students who got a computed grade of 70-74 will be given an appropriate remedial activity in which the final grade should be
either passing (3.0) or failure (5.0).
B. CLASS POLICY
Prompt and regular attendance of students is required. Total unexcused absences shall not exceed ten (10) percent of the
maximum number of hours required per course per semester (or per summer term). A semester has 18 weeks.

MISSED EXAMINATIONS
Students who failed to take the exam during the schedule date can be given a special exam provided he/she has valid reason. If
it is health reason, he/she should provide the faculty with the medical certificate signed by the attending Physician. Other
reasons shall be assessed first by the faculty to determine its validity.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Academic dishonesty includes acts such as cheating during examinations or plagiarism in connection with any academic work.
Such acts are considered major offenses and will be dealt with according to the University’s Student Norms of Conduct.

DROPPING
Dropping must be made official by accomplishing a dropping form and submitting it at the Registrar’s Office before the
midterm examination. Students who officially drop out of class shall be marked “Dropped” whether he took the preliminary
examination or not and irrespective of their preliminary grades.
A student who unofficially drops out of class shall be given a mark of “5.0” by the instructor.
C. OTHER COURSE POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS
a. The orderliness and cleanliness of the classroom must be maintained before, during and after the class.

Teaching, Learning, and Assessment (TLA) Activities

Ch. Topics / Reading List Wks Topic Outcomes ILO SO Delivery Method
Orientation & Introduction
Course Orientation
Grading System Presentation of Syllabus, Class
1 Class Discussion
Requirements Orientation and Acquiantance.
Relevance of the Course
Reading List: Student Handbook
1 Discuss the foundation of the
Continuation of introduction and course concepts 2 course and overview on the 1 5 Class Discussion
subject.
2 PART 1. Introduction and Pre-requisite Topics
1. Introduction and history of the subject Discuss the foundation of the
3 course and overview on the 1, 2 5
subject.
Reading List: See suggested reading materials
3 PART 2. Properties of Steel and Timber
1. Advantages and Disadvantages of using Steel as Construction
Identify properties of both Steel
Materials
and Timber which is
2. Advantages and Disadvantages of using Timber as Class Discussion
4 advantageous and 1, 2 5
Construction Materials
3. Types of Structural Steel disadvantageous for construction
purposes.
4. Commonly Used Structural Timber
Reading List: See suggested reading materials
4 PART 3. Design and Analysis of Structural Members Using Discuss the NSCP Code
Timber Provision used in Designing and
1. Citing NSCP Code Provisions 5-8 Analyzing Structural Members 1, 2 5
2. Application of NSCP Code Provision considering Timber as the
Reading List: See suggested reading materials construction material.

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 Summarize knowledge by Conduct and
E-Learning (Researching & Studying) Week, Computation and
9-10 answering questions related to 1, 2 5, 9 Discussion thru
Discussion of Solution
previous topics. Google Meet.
Evaluate knowledge by
Midterm Examination 11 1, 2 5, 9
answering the examination.
5 PART 4. Design and Analysis of Structural Members Using
Steel
1. Citing NSCP Code Provisions Discuss the NSCP Code
2. Application of NSCP Code Provision Provision used in Designing and
12-15 Analyzing Structural Members 1, 2 5 Class Discussion
considering Steel as the
construction material.

Reading List: See suggested reading materials

Summarize knowledge by
E-Learning (Researching & Studying) Week, Computation and
16-17 answering questions related to 1, 2 5, 9
Discussion of Solution Conduct and
previous topics.
Discussion thru
Evaluate knowledge by Google Meet.
Final Examination 18 1, 2 5, 9
answering the examination.

Assessment Week No.

Schedule
Distribution 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Assessment

EX x x
Method

QAS x x x x
GCW x x x x

STUDENT OUTCOMES (SO): Mapping of Assessment Tasks (AT)

ILOs
ILO-SO and ILO-CPA

5 9 C P A
ILO1 EX,QAS RPC EX,QAS RPC
Mapping

ILO2 EX,QAS,RPC EX,QAS,RPC EX,QAS RPC RPC

ILO3
ILO4
ILO5
ILO6
ILO7

INSTITUTIONAL GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES (IGA): Mapping of Assessment Tasks (AT)

ILOs
1 3 5
ILO-IGA Mapping

ILO1 EX,QAS,RPC EX,QAS,RPC

ILO2 EX,QAS,RPC EX,QAS EX,QAS,RPC
ILO3
ILO4
ILO5
ILO6
ILO7

CDIO SKILLS SDG Skills

ILOs
ILO-CDIO and ILO-

1 2 2
SDG Mapping

ILO1 EX,QAS,RPC EX,QAS,RPC EX,QAS,RPC

ILO2 EX,QAS,RPC EX,QAS,RPC
ILO3
ILO4

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ILO-CDIO and ILO-
SDG Mapping

ILO5
ILO6
ILO7

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

ROMEO E. CASTILLO Prof. WINEFREDA P. MEDINA DR. REYNATO A. GAMBOA

Lecturer I Department Chairperson Dean, CEAFA
Date: 8/18/2022 Date: Date:
Remarks:
1 The syllabus is to be distributed to the students in the first week of the semester.
2 Any changes to the syllabus shall be communicated (in writing) to the Program Chair and the approved revised version must be
communicated to the students.
3 The course instructor may set a more stringent similarity percentage (minimum 20%) for their respective courses pertaining to student's
submissions. However, it must be communicated in writing to the respective Program Chair and the approved revised version must be
communicated to the students.

* Revised from the original syllabus prepared by Calvin Frans Angelo N. Galla dated July 2021

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