Subject Code & Name: BS25303 – Materials and Manufacturing I
Regulation: R-2025
Semester: III (Third Semester)
Branch: B. Des. (BDes)
Credits / L-T-P: 3 Credits | L-T-P: 3-0-0
Course Objectives
- To introduce students to the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of traditional building materials like brick, stone, and timber.
- To study the methods and technologies involved in the production and processing of natural and processed construction materials.
- To enable students to evaluate and select appropriate materials based on environmental conditions, functional requirements, and sustainability.
- To develop the ability to incorporate material knowledge into functional and aesthetic aspects of architectural and product design.
Full Unit-wise Syllabus
Unit I – Brick in the Built Environment
Brick as key architectural materials, examining their history, properties, sourcing, and manufacturing processes. Traditional and modern techniques, types of brick, joints, finishes, usage in building components and assess environmental impacts. Integrating these materials into sustainable, interdisciplinary design solutions for contemporary environments using relevant architectural and interior case studies.
Unit II – Stone in Built Environment
Stone as key architectural materials, examining their history, properties, sourcing, and manufacturing processes. Traditional and modern techniques, types of stone, joints, finishes, usage in building components and assess environmental impact. Integrating these materials into sustainable, interdisciplinary design solutions for contemporary environments using relevant architectural and interior case studies.
Unit III – Natural Timber in Built Environment
Outline of timber as a key material, examining their history, properties, sourcing, and manufacturing processes. Traditional techniques- Vernacular Indian design, Scandinavian, Japanese etc., and Contemporary techniques. Types of wood, joints, finishes, usage in building components-door windows false ceiling partitions, paneling, flooring. Introduction to types of tools and safe handling of hand and power tools. Orientation for operating different types of machines.
Unit IV – Processed Timber in Built Environment
Outline of processed timber like plywood, MDF, particle board, laminated wood, laminated veneer lumber, composite board etc. as a key material, examining their history, properties, sourcing, and manufacturing processes. Contemporary techniques. Types of joints, finishes, usage in building components-door windows, false ceiling, partitions, paneling, furniture, storage & flooring. Introduction to types of tools and safe handling of hand and power tools. Orientation for operating different types of machines.
Unit V – Interior Cladding & Bamboo
Outline of applied finishes and their techniques like floor tiling- ceramic, vitrified, terracotta, mosaic, Athangudi; wall cladding- stone and stone based, terracotta, stucco, wood and wood based, terracotta. Sustainability, durability and versatility of bamboo as an interior material for wall cladding, flooring and furniture. Studied also through relevant case studies
Course Outcomes (COs)
- CO1: Familiarity with properties, types, and applications of brick, stone, timber, and finishes.
- CO2: Ability to consider material selection based on function, environment, and sustainability.
- CO3: An overall understanding of material processing, construction techniques, and design integration.
- CO4: Develop awareness of the relationship between materials, manufacturing processes, and design applications.
Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)
- Weightage: Continuous Internal Assessment 40% | End Semester Examinations 60%
- Internal methodology: Two Assessments with equal weightage. One Assessment as Internal written Test/Examination (50%), second as Assignment (50%) of any mode such as study, seminar, and or a combination of modes, etc
Source: Official Anna University – B. Des. R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: September 2026
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