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Course Name Research in Architecture
Course Code 25ARC412
Program 5-Year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)
Semester 8
Credits 2
Campus Coimbatore

Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Research in Architecture

Definition, need, and scope of research in architecture; Types of research: applied, basic, exploratory, evaluative, design research; Understanding research ethics and integrity.

Module 2: Literature Review & Framing Research Questions

Conducting literature surveys: academic databases, journals, and archives; Critical reading and annotation techniques; Identifying research gaps; Formulating research questions, aims, and objectives.

Module 3: Research Design & Methodology

Qualitative methods: case studies, ethnography, interviews, focus groups; Quantitative methods: surveys, experimental research, basic statistics; Mixed methods: when and how to combine approaches; Sampling techniques, data collection tools (questionnaires, observation checklists).

Module 4: Data Analysis & Interpretation

Basics of data organization: coding qualitative data, tabulating quantitative data; Introduction to basics of software tools: NVivo (qualitative), Excel/SPSS (quantitative); Interpreting findings in relation to research objectives.

Module 5: Academic Writing & Proposal Development

Structuring a research paper: abstract, introduction, methodology, findings, conclusion; Citation and referencing styles (APA, Chicago); Writing a research proposal: objectives, rationale, methodology, timeline, expected outcomes.

Final Deliverables

  • Annotated Literature Review (minimum 15 sources).
  • Research Methodology Framework (aligned with topic).
  • Pilot Study / Sample Data Analysis.

Objectives and Outcomes

Course Objectives

  • To introduce students to research as a structured process in architecture and allied disciplines.
  • To develop skills for formulating research questions, hypotheses and objectives.
  • To familiarize students with qualitative and quantitative research methods, tools and data collection techniques.
  • To train students in literature review, referencing, and academic writing.
  • To enable students to prepare a research proposal that can lead to a thesis, publication, or design research project.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, students will be able to:

 

CO1:

Understand and explain the role and types of research in architecture.

 

CO2 :

Conduct literature reviews and develop clear research questions and objectives.

 

CO3:

Select and apply appropriate research methodologies (qualitative, quantitative, mixed).

 

CO4:

Analyze and interpret data using basic research tools (coding, thematic analysis, statistics).

 

CO5:

Prepare and present a structured research proposal with clear methodology, timeline, and expected outcomes.

 

 

 

PO1

PO2

PO3

PO4

PO5

PO6

PO7

PO8

PO9

PO10

PO11

PSO1

PSO2

PSO3

CO1

3

2

3

3

2

3

–

2

1

–

2

3

3

–

CO2

3

3

3

3

2

3

–

3

2

–

2

3

3

2

CO3

3

3

3

3

3

3

–

3

2

2

3

3

3

3

CO4

3

3

2

3

3

3

–

3

2

2

3

3

3

3

CO5

3

2

3

3

3

3

–

3

3

3

3

3

3

3
                                 

Evaluation Pattern

Evaluation Pattern

 

Assessment

Internal/External

Weightage

Continuous Assessment

Internal

30%

Mid-Semester Jury

Internal

20%

End-Semester Jury

External

50%

Text Books / References

Reading Material

  1. Groat, L. & Wang, D. Architectural Research Methods. Wiley.
  2. Creswell, J. W. Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative and Mixed Methods Approaches. Sage.
  3. Zeisel, J. Inquiry by Design: Environment/Behavior/Neuroscience in Architecture. W.W. Norton.
  4. Denscombe, M. The Good Research Guide. Open University Press.
  5. APA Manual (7th Edition) – for academic writing and referencing.

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