INNOVATIVE TEACHING
| S.No | Innovation Details | Faculty Members | Medium | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24ID210 Design Process (Even semester 2024-25) - Creative Problem Solving | R. Roshma | Interactive Sessions in class; Creative problem-solving sessions; Debates; Group discussions; Brainstorming activities | Active learning for better student engagement |
| 2 | 24ID250 Design of Interior Spaces (Even semester 2024-25) - enacting activities and model making, scaled models and use of AI | R. Roshma | Enacting activities and arriving at anthropometry and ergonomics for the same; User profile representation done as models; Scaled models made to understand ergonomics; using AI to generate first look visuals of the space to be designed; case studies to understand details and mechanisms | Active learning for better student engagement |
| 3 | 21AR241 Architectural Workshop (Even semester 2024-25) - hands-on activity for experiential learning to develop conceptual skills in designing | R. Vinothkumar | One-Day Workshop on Model-Making, Group Discussion, Review, Materials Exploring, Laser Cutting Techniques, Creativity | create detailed scale models using appropriate materials and techniques, build simple wooden models showcasing practical skills, express design concepts effectively. |
| 4 | 21AR261 Micro Personal Space Design (Even semester 2024-25) - skill development for autonomy, competence and relatedness | S. KarthikeyaRaja, S. Elangovan, S. Anu, A. Geo, M. Sindhuja, S. Ragul, M. Lekshmi Shunma, D. Gokul, R. Subalakshmi | Application of SDT: Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is a psychological framework that emphasizes the importance of intrinsic motivation and the fulfillment of three fundamental psychological needs: Autonomy, Competence, and Relatedness. This theory highlights that individuals are naturally inclined to grow and achieve when they feel empowered to make their own choices, develop their skills, and connect meaningfully with others. | Individuals become more engaged, resilient, and persistent, showing higher creativity, better performance, and healthier behaviors. Over time, SDT fosters deeper self-awareness, authentic goal pursuit, and stronger relationships, contributing to both personal and professional development. |
| 5 | 24UP240 Urban Growth Planning (Even semester 2024-25) - Interaction with stakeholders as part of urban planning exercise | Gayathri S | Conducted Stakeholder Consultations with Students and Faculties of T'SEDA and Interactions with Government officials and general public as part of the studio exercise | Individuals has overall understanding of people perspectives and based the visioning exercises with context to the issues identified |
| 6 | 24ID120 Perception of Interior Spaces (Odd semester 2024-25) - develop spatial understanding through live case study | R. Roshma | Case studies within the department to understand various concepts of space ; Exploration of designed spaces through sketches and models | Active learning for better student engagement |
| 7 | 24ID150 Foundational Design Skills (Odd semester 2024-25) - sketching, model making and freehand isometrics, working knowledge of all materials for interiors | R. Roshma | Manual models and experiments to understand design concepts; Sketching exercises - freehand and isometrics; Hands-on woodworking and metal working to understand material feasibility in making joineries and assemblies; Analysing objects and their existing mechanisms | Active learning for better student engagement |
| 8 | 21AR120 Fundamentals of Building Systems (Odd semester 2024-25) - Experiential learning using hands-on model making, workshops and invited guest lecture | I. Chandramathy, S.Ragul, C. Piraiarasi, R. Subalakshmi | "Photo documentation - of various building materials and its application as building Exploring structure inspired from nature - study on buildings and its structural design. Model and Test - miniature models of Structural systems - loading till it fails which is visually documented Workshop - full day hands-on workshop to know the application of brick bonding | Hands-on Active engagement of students to understand the application aspects of building systems and materials |
| 9 | 24ID130 Visualization and Representation (Odd semester 2024-25) - Creative Problem Solving and Drafting | R. Vinothkumar | Manual Drafting Techniques, Group Work, Design Patent Process, Creative Problem Solving, Industry Ready students with employable skills | Students gain good understanding of visualization that are fundamentals to design |
| 10 | 21AR140 Visual Arts (Odd semester 2024-25) - active learning through activities that involve creation and outdoor study | R. Vinothkumar | Warm up assignments, like doodle creation. Introduction Presentation, Live Demo, Outdoor Study, Faculty Demonstration YouTube Materials, Google Classroom, Digital Documentation, Quiz, Physical Model | Students understood the fundamentals of design through the language of art, basic color theory, theoretically and practically. |
| 11 | 21AR160 Fundamentals of Design (Odd semester 2024-25) - Early inculcation of research, study analysis and abstractive Conceptual thinking | P.Vivek, S. Elangovan, S. Nandhini, C. Piraiarasi, G.Vaishali, R. Subalakshmi | Urban Analysis guided basic design exercises - students studied urban setup to abstract and represent the tangible and intangible factors as point line and plane. Urban street study for proportion scale and colour - students studies an urban street to analyse using scale and proportion. the same street were proportionally given amendment for visual and functional use. | Students were given early introduction to study, research, analysis of spaces that are very urban in nature |
| 12 | 21AR311 Residential Building Services (Odd semester 2024-25) - Experiential learning using documentation of live case study, service calculations and drawings | C. Piraiarasi, S.M.VidhyaSankari | Photo documentation to gain practical exposure to plumbing services. researching on the materials and connections. Water supply estimation and sizing - based of daily demand Electrical Load calculation - developing skills to identify appropriate service connection for the calculated load. Developing Service Drawings - plumbing and electrical - analyse and develop feasible layout | Hands-on Active engagement of students to understand the application aspects of Residential building services |
| 13 | 21AR520 ARCHITECTURAL PRINCIPLES - MODERN ARCHITECTURE (Odd semester 2024-25) - Critical analysis with time-line study and Spatial analysis using Collaborative Learning | P.Vivek, S. Ragul | Time line study & critical analysis: Creating timeline showcasing the evolution of form and volume in building from post –industrial to modern movement. Collaborative learning & spatial analysis: Students as group- identify building typology across the architecture movements and present case study, debate and brainstorm on the evolution of spatial order. | Students should be able to apply modern architecture principles in their design - exploring form and spatial order supporting function and need of the project |
| 14 | 21AR530 Urban Architecture Design (Odd semester 2024-25) - invited expert lectdure to gain insights | G. Balaji, S. Ragul, S.M.VidhyaSankari M. Vishal | Expertise Interaction- Professional experts are brought in contact with students to share the design process | Tangible learning – Students learn through Live case studies, workshop from experts, which help them to explore more in their design |
| 15 | 21AR110 ARCHITECTURAL PRINCIPLES- WORLD ARCHITECTURE (Odd Semester 2022-23) To gain understanding on the evolution of building design, materials and construction technology, structure used to support load transformation from the prehistory to medieval period | G. Balaji S. Subhashini | 1.Think, pair and share - increases the observation skills 2. Exploration of ancient structural systems through physical models 3. Quiz | Students gain knowledge about the structures in ancient buildings |
| 16 | 21AR120 FUNDAMENTALS OF BUILDING SYSTEM (Odd Semester 2022-23) To understand basic construction technique and material knowledge of Bricks | M. Lekshmi Shunma S. Anu, S. Nandhini, S. Ragul | Hands-on-workshop on bricks and plates on contemporary construction practices | Students were actively participated and experienced the workability of the material |
| 17 | 21AR130 ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTION (Odd Semester 2022-23) To acquire basic knowledge about the principles, tools and techniques required for architectural drafting. Additionally the course involves interpreting simple and complex solid geometrical forms through visual representations." | S. Subhashini S. Nandhini S.Aarthi Maila Devi A. Charanya Devi | Sheets-Drawing content were planned in a manner to establish drafting skills through line practices with variations in line types and weight, creating patterns using lines, Lettering and dimensioning. Along with this, measured drawing of simple objects and representation using various scales were introduced. | Students gained knowledge on interpretation of simple solids to complex solid compositions and to communicate them accurately through scaled drawings. |
| 18 | 21AR140 VISUAL ARTS (Odd Semester 2022-23) To disseminate the fundamental knowledge of art as a medium to learn design. To illustrate art and composition in various medium through demonstrations. To enhance visual thinking and enable the students to conceptualize ideas through drawings. | R. Vinothkumar | Art & Architecture theoretically and practically through Demonstration/Live and Pre-Recorded Videos. Spot sketches. Hands-on projects. | students will be able to think and create innovative designs, acquire the skills of visual communication and develop hand-mind coordination. |
| 19 | 21AR150 - Computer Aided Design (Odd Semester 2022-23) – Hands-on approach to experiential learning and project-based learning | M.Vishal | Using a single house plan to develop into a 3D model through process of perceiving it in sections and elevation - Drafting | Leads the students into conceiving an individual house plan its sections and elevation which can be developed into a 3D model |
| 20 | 21AR160 Fundamentals of Design (Odd Semester 2022-23) 1 )Gamification for collaboration and engagement. also to improve the perceived ease of use of information systems and databases. | P. Vivek, A. Ayswarya, S. Elangovan, G. Vaishali, M. Vishal, D. Gokul | 1) Gamification and rule-based design strategy integrating elements found in games–such as role-play, challenges, levels, and rewards–into real-world activities. | 1) The students were able to make a system of points in three dimensions and to create planes using the generated points and how the plane responded to conditions parametrically. |
| 21 | 21AR220 CLIMATE RESPONSIVE ARCHITECTURE DESIGN (Even Semester 2022-23) To make the students understand the fundamentals of climate and climatology and its application in climate responsive building design. | S.M.VidhyaSankari M.LekshmiShunma S. Ragul | Innovative assignments; Hands-on experiences on climate lab equipments; Case study of buildings in the campus. | Challenging and real-time assignments helped Teaching complex thinking with the help of carefully designed assignments. |
| 22 | 21AR230 GRAPHICAL VISUALISATION (Even Semester 2022-23) To understand the concept and principles of Perspective and Sciography and construct Interior and exterior drawings of buildings. To document buildings/architectural features through study and produce manual documentation with neccessary drawings/details. | M. Sindhuja, P. Shreemathi, S. Nandhini A. Charanya Devi | 1. Drafting from basic solid - composition of solids - Complete built structure. 2. Freehand drafting of the objects in using perspectives 3. Building Documentation and Presentation using the concepts (Perspective and sciography). | Active participation in building documentation and detailing out the architectural features through plan, section, elevations and joinery details. Application of perspective and sciography through manual presentation. |
| 23 | 21AR240 - Architectural Workshop (Even Semester 2022-23) – Hands-on learning and Filed visits for Experiential Learning | S.Aarthi Maila Devi | Live Model Making Practices: Conducted One day model making workshop with expertise to improvise the student’s skill on model making and fast learning experiences. | Enhancing the visualization skill and also serving as ideal communication tool for the students. |
| 24 | 21AR250 - Digital Visualization (Even Semester 2022-23) - Hands-on approach to experiential learning and project-based learning | M. Vishal | Using a single house plan to develop into a 3D model through process of perceiving it in sections and elevation - Rendering & Presenting | Leads the students into the way of presenting an individual house plan its sections and elevation which can be developed into a 3D model |
| 25 | 21AR320 - Design Thinking and Principles of Design (Odd Semester 2022-23) – Critical and Innovative thinking process imbibed | M. Vishal | Students were asked to use narrative design as a tool to present their current semester design | Students used the narrative design way of presenting their design for their Design viva-voce |
| 26 | 21AR330 HORIZONTAL SPANNING SYSTEM (Odd Semester 2022-23) To understand the spanning systems and construction techniques" | R. MeenaKumari S. ThangaLavanya D. Gokul | Site visits to the construction sites (within campus) "Interactive session with the structural Engineer” | Students gained knowledge on the steel spanning systems and steel structural elements and roofing |
| 27 | 21AR340 MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS (Odd Semester 2022-23) To understand the Components in a building like Joinery, Staircase and its material and construction techniques" | A. Ayswarya R. JeyaBalaji | 1. Assignment given on Costing for Joinery in a residential Building (ongoing Semester Design Studio) 2. Site visits to the construction sites (within campus) 3.Measured drawings of Timber Grand Doors in the campus | Students gained knowledge on Joinery details and Costing for a residential building and construction techniques in R.C.C Doglegged Staircase and its details |
| 28 | 21AR350 Site Planning and Site Services (Odd Semester 2022-23) Planning with nature, making best use of site potential/climate, orientation, landscaping with minimum energy implications. To understand the contours and their influences in design" | I. Chandramathy, M. Sindhuja | Project-Based Learning and open-Ended Questions | Field study for contour surveys were conducted to identify noticeable difference in elevation of the existing land using EDM instruments Scaled contour models were done to understand the slope analysis |
| 29 | Architectural Conservation, World Architecture- Architectural Principles (2021-2022) | G. Balaji | Videos of Indian Architecture were Displayed and Students were Questioned on their understanding | Better understanding of the subjects |
| 30 | 21AR410 – NON-RESIDENTIAL SERVICES (Even semester 2022-23) – Invited Expert as Guest Lecture | S. ThangaLavanya | *PPT presentations and Blackboard teaching *Interdisciplinary lecture by EEE department faculty Dr.V.Saravanan on Electrical services" | Better understanding of the subjects from expert lectures. |
| 31 | 21AR350 - Site Planning and Site services (2021-2022)– Experiential Learning and Problem based Learning | M. Sindhuja | i) Practical exposure in site surveying and site marking by using Total station and Theodolite. ii) Contour model making and analysis. | Problem based learning on identified issues and analysis of parking needs of the given area. (TCE Parking) |
| 32 | 21AR120 FUNDAMENTALS OF BUILDING SYSTEM (2021-22) - Inquiry based pedagogical approach | S.M.VidhyaSankari | assignment plate – Conceptualizing a structure inspired from nature applying basic structural concepts | Inquiry based pedagogical approach |