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Fundamentals of Building Construction

By Dr. P.K. Ghosh and Mr. Gaurav Kumar Agrawal   |   Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, Bhilai
Learners enrolled: 800
The course provides a thorough exploration of fundamental concepts and practices essential for aspiring building construction professionals. Beginning with an overview of building components, types, and site selection, the course progresses to delve into construction tools, various foundation types, including shallow and deep foundations, and explores materials such as masonry and concrete. It covers key elements of construction like doors, windows, staircases, roofs, and floors, along with finishing touches. Emphasis is placed on safety protocols, environmental considerations, and the suitability of machinery and equipment. The course culminates with the basics of precast constructions, offering students a comprehensive understanding of construction principles, techniques, and safety measures necessary for diverse roles in the civil engineering field.
Summary
Course Status : Ongoing
Course Type : Core
Language for course content : English
Duration : 12 weeks
Category :
  • Civil Engineering
Credit Points : 4
Level : Diploma
Start Date : 01 Jan 2025
End Date : 30 Apr 2025
Enrollment Ends : 28 Feb 2025
Exam Date : 18 May 2025 IST
Exam Shift :

Shift - I

Note: This exam date is subject to change based on seat availability. You can check final exam date on your hall ticket.

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Course layout

Lecture No.

Publishing Week

Video Titles

1

1

Introduction & Types of Building

2

Components of Building

3

Types of Structure & Design Loads

4

Site Investigation & Ground Techniques

5

2

Foundation - Introduction & Types

6

Foundation - Bearing Capacity

7

Foundation – Shallow Foundation (Part-1)

8

Foundation – Shallow Foundation (Part-2)

9

3

Foundation – Deep Foundation (Part-1)

10

Foundation – Deep Foundation (Part-2)

11

Damp Proofing and Termite Treatment

12

4

Brick Masonary – Types, Uses & Terminology

13

Brick Masonary - Bond in Brick Work

14

Load Bearing Walls, Cavity Walls and Partition Walls

15

5

Floors – Ground Floors

16

Staircase – Terminology & Classifications

17

Staircase – Dimensions & Geometric Design

18

Floors - Upper Floors

19

6

Lintels and Arches

20

Doors and Windows - Types & Details (Part-1)

21

Doors and Windows - Types & Details (Part-2)

22

7

Roof and Roof Coverings – Introduction & Types

23

Roof and Roof Coverings –Pitched Roof

24

8

Finishing Items - Plastering and Pointing

25

Painting, Distempering and White-Washing

26

9

Form Work

27

Shoring and Underpinning

28

Scaffolding – Purpose & Types

29

10

Concrete – Fresh Concrete

30

Concrete – Hardened Concrete

31

Tools, Machinery & Equipment used in Construction (Part-1)

32

Tools, Machinery & Equipment used in Construction (Part-2)

33

11

Fire Protection & Thermal Insulations

34

Acoustics

35

Sound Insulation & Ventilation in Buildings

36

Plumbing for Buildings

37

12

Safety & Environmental Aspects - Precautions during the Construction

38

Safety & Environmental Aspects - Environmental Consideration

39

Precast Constructions (Part-1)

40

Precast Constructions (Part-2)

Books and references

1. “Building Construction” by Dr. B.C. Punmia, Er. Ashok K. Jain and Dr. Arun K. Jain, Laxmi Publications (P) Ltd.

2. “Building Construction” by S. C. Rangwala, Charotar Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.

3. “A Textbook of Building Construction” by Er. Dr. S. K. Sharma, S. Chand Publishing.

4. “Building Construction” by Sushil Kumar, Standard Publishers Distributors.

5. “Building Materials & Construction” by Saurabh Kumar Soni, S. K. Kataria & Sons Publications.

Instructor bio


Dr. P.K. Ghosh

Designation: Professor, Director

Institution: Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, Bhilai

Broad Subject Area: Environmental Engineering

Field of Specialization: Environmental Engineering

Educational Qualification (starting from Bachelor’s Degree onwards):

Degree       Year             University Field(s)

BE             1985             Pt. RSU Raipur, Civil

ME            1994             Rani Durgavati University, Jabalpur Structures

Ph. D.       2005          Pt. RSU Raipur, Environmental  Engineering


Mr. Gaurav Kumar Agrawal

Mr. Gaurav Kumar Agrawal serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Structural Engineering at the University Teaching Department, CSVTU Bhilai. He obtained his B.E. (Hons.) in Civil Engineering from CSVTU Bhilai and pursued his M.Tech. in Structural Engineering from MANIT Bhopal. With over 3 years of teaching and research experience in Civil/Structural Engineering, he actively contributes to various consultancy projects for both state public and private firms. His research interests encompass concrete technology, seismic analysis, and bridge engineering.

 




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