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SESSION NO. 01 / WEEK NO. 01

MODULE NO. 01: Introduction to Thesis

Research Writing and Title Approval

1. Mission, Vision, Goals and Objectives of the University.

2. Policies, guidelines and class requirements.
3. Introduction to Architectural Research Writing
4. Preliminary Consultation of Thesis

Overview

Course Description:
Design exercises stressing the importance of collaboration in solving
architectural problems; preliminary research, and studies for the terminal
project.
Terminal project involving a comprehensive problem in building, interior
and landscape architecture integrating Process and issues of previous
studies.

Course Outline:

1. An overview of the Architectural Field and the Built Environment,

Challenges and Opportunities, A review of Research Process and
Methodologies, Student Assessment of areas of Research, Development of
Draft of Thesis Proposal.

2. Deeper establishment of Research need, situation analysis,

development of Theoretical Framework, Operational Definitions, and
Applicable Methodologies.

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Research Topic Selection:

The student researcher/s may identify topics among the following areas:
1. Architectural Planning and Design.
- Site selection, site analysis & Space programming
- Building volume design
- Structural and construction conceptualization
- Building utilities conceptualization
- Building material management conceptualization
- Interior, landscape design & Acoustic and lighting design
2. Building Material Innovation and Production.
- Introduction of new building material
- Prototype of the innovated or newly introduced material
with necessary standard tests to prove its significance
and usage
- Proper prototyping documentation
3. Building Construction and Technology System.
- New or innovated construction method or system
- System anatomy and model including complete
documentation
4. Building Laws and Professional Practice.
- Issues and concerns in present day building laws and
professional practice norms.
- present the necessary statistical course of actions
5. Architectural Heritage Preservation and Restoration.
- Heritage building or site preservation and restoration
scheming
- Authenticated and verified data to establish the necessity
of preservation and ensure the direction of restoration
plans.
6. Urban and Community Development Planning.
- Urban planning, urban renewal and community
development planning
- Comprehensive output in parallel to an actual urban
design and community development plan

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Study Guide

Module 1 Explains the following enumerated as follows;

1. Mission, Vision, Goals and Objectives of the University.
2. Policies, guidelines and class requirements for initial approval of the
proposal.
3. Understanding the Harmonized Research Agenda 2017-2022
4. Formulate abstracts for the 3 proposals

Learning Outcomes

LO1:
Recite RTU Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives (VMGO) of the
University.

LO2:
Evaluate the RTU VMGO as against the University systems and
processes.

Topic Presentation

Vision
A leading technology-driven university responsive to the developmental
needs of changing societies.

Mission
To develop globally competitive and socially responsible professionals
through technology-driven instructions, innovative researches, sustainable
extension programs that will enhance the lives of people in the communities.

College Goal & Objectives

Provide opportunities for qualified student to become professional
engineers and technicians of the country. Specifically, the engineering
programs are designed to:

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• Acquire full understanding of the scientific principle and

knowledge of the particular field;
• Develop a high level of competence in its engineering methods
and applications;
• Communicate effectively and succinctly important result of any
technical study both verbally and technically;
• Nurture the desire of continuing professional growth and explore
new horizons in technology; and,
• Imbue the graduates with socially and morally sound motivations
and principles to live by.

Introduction to Architectural Research Writing

Rationale:
Architectural Thesis is the culminating stage of extensive five-year
architectural studies. At this stage, the students’ acquired skills and
knowledge would be comprehensively challenged by an actual architectural
research and/ or design endeavour. The research will be align with the
approved DOST Harmonized National Research and Development Agenda
2017-2022.

Suggested problem areas:

1. Formulation or development of a project that does not exist yet and
align with NHR2020.
2. Generation of useful technical data or technical properties of new
material or process.
3. Improvement of existing knowledge.
4. New application of an existing knowledge.
5. Comparative study of two or more entities or development of an
improved version of an existing one.
6. Physical development of a research work.
7. Documentation.
Criteria for choosing a topic or problem:
1. The research topic must be one which YOU selected.
2. It must be within your interest.
3. It must be within your specialization.

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4. It must be based on your competence to tackle the necessary work.

5. It must be within your financial capability.
6. It should have definable limits to suit your available
resources.
7. It must be researchable and manageable.
8. It must be completed within a reasonable span of time.
9. Its solution must require original, critical and reflective thinking.
10. It must be significant, important and relevant to the present time
and situation.
11. It must contribute to the national development goals for the
improvement of quality of life.
12. It must contribute to the Institute’s “body of knowledge.”
13. It must not undermine nor compromise the moral and spiritual
values of the people.
14. It must advocate changes in the present order of things.
15. It must offer some kind of return for your efforts.
16. It must not involve any hazards such as physical, social or legal.

These criteria, by the way, are not the only bases for your selection.
You may have some criteria of your own that will help you decide.
Source: Architectural Thesis Manual EMC Villanueva, GR Lajom

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Guided Exercises / Learning Activities

1. Students will submit their (3) three thesis with the complete Title
and Abstract, subject for approval of the thesis adviser.

2. Once Approved by the Adviser. the adviser will send the proposals
to be approved by the thesis council.

3. Series of consultation per adviser shall be done in accordance with

the required output per chapter. (Chapter 1 up to Chapter 11)

Assessment

Assignment

1. Submission of 3 Titles for Approval of the Thesis Adviser

References

1. Architectural Thesis Manual EMC Villanueva, GR Lajom

2. DOST – Harmonized National Research and Development Agenda 2017-
2022
3. TESDA – Labour Market Intelligence Report. Skills Demand and Supply
Mapping.
4. Green Building Codes of the Philippines

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