At SMAID, the department of architecture looks after the program of B. Arch offered. Architecture is the visual shape of society. It is the matrix of human civilization that explores new ways of living, new technologies and materials, and strives to ensure that the built environment are self-sustainable and responding to the human needs, desires and aspirations. Architecture combines art, science and technology in the design and construction of buildings and their surroundings within a socio-cultural context. Architects engage themselves in all aspects and stages of the architectural process from design, planning to construction and management. The study of Architecture provides opportunities to develop a wide range of transferrable skills. Students develop skills in creativity, design and innovation - the essential ingredients; have rich experience of working in teams, meeting deadlines, developing abilities in verbal and graphic communication important to meet the challenges of today's competitive world and contemporary economy. This Program is recognised and conducted on the guidelines of the Council of Architecture (COA), New Delhi. Career Opportunities Architecture offers exciting and wide variety of career opportunities and further specialization options. After graduation students can opt for A. Specialization in areas such as construction technology, energy efficient building design, Land scape Design, Urban Design, architectural conservation or project management etc. following are the opportunities after Graduation: B. Work with professional architects and gain experience C. Work as consultants to private Developers and Builders D. They can be recruited in the architectural wing of large commercial set-ups or in Government Department or Local Authority. The department activities are oriented to shape-up the aspirant youth to being their career in the creative field. The institutional activities are always oriented towards adding value to inculcate the best-in-classarchitects for the society. TEACHING SCHEME FOR 5-YEAR BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM (Effective from Academic Year 2020-21) DETAILED SYLLABUS FOR 5-YEAR BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM (Effective from Academic Year 2020-21) TEACHING SCHEME FOR 5-YEAR BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM Applicable for Batches enrolled in the years 2017, 2018, 2019 (affiliated to the S P University) (Effective from Academic Year : 2017-18) DETAILED SYLLABUS FOR 5-YEAR BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM (affiliated to the S P University) (Effective from Academic Year : 2017-18)
Ar. Ruma Singh Associate Professor ruma@smaid.edu.in
Ar. Jemish Lathiya Assistant Professor jemishsmaid@gmail.com
Ar. Monika Patel Assistant Professor monika.patel@smaid.edu.in
Ar. Ravi Patel Assistant Professor ravi.patel@smaid.edu.in
Ar. Rajvi Parmar Assistant Professor rajvi.parmar@smaid.edu.in
AR. DHRUVIL MISTRY Assistant Professor dhruvil.mistry@smaid.edu.in
AR.THANISHA CHANGAPPA Assistant Professor thanisha.changappa@smaid.edu.in
ID. HETVI TRADA Trainee Teacher hetvi.trada@smaid.edu.in
Qualifications: B.Arch, GCA- Lucknow (2003) and Master of Regional Planning -SPA Delhi (2006); pursuing Ph.D - N.I.T Patna. Professional bodies/ Associations: Council of Architecture, India, ITPI, IBPSA- India, IIID, IIA Ar. Ruma Singh began her expert excursion from year 2003. She started her carrier as an academician in 2012 at SMAID College, constituent college of CVM University and continues till date. She Coordinated and guided researched and design-based thesis Students of Architecture and Interior Design with variant projects and streams. She also volunteered for skill-based activities at schools/ institutions and mentored students for academic level National and International awards and symposium. In her Professional experience of 8 years, she worked with renowned firms as an Assistant Architect/ Architect Planner/ Consultant on various Architectural and Planning based projects. At present with academic, she is pursuing a Ph.D. from NIT Patna to improve and upgrade her research skills. She is a member,Board of Studies at Sardar Patel University (from 2017, Interior Design, U.G. and P.G. Programs) and at present, Chairperson/ Board of member for Department of Architecture, Interior Design & Planning (UG & PG Programs) at CVM University. She is an Examiner / convener/ supervisor at Sardar Patel University and GTU. She actively participated & conducted workshops, Seminars, National and International level Conferences and development program from various platform. She has published many papers/articles in National and International Conferences and Journals. She guided and mentored over 23 Interior Design and 15 Architecture students, enabling them with an array of choices and creative ideas. On campus, Involved in various activities like creative workshop, social activities, exhibitions, orientations and coordinated annual event and Student Council. She is performing a key role for AISHE/ NIRF/ NSP/ KCG/ NISP/ ACPC at Institution level as a Nodal Officer.
Qualifications: B. Arch, M URP Experienced Architect with a demonstrated history of working in the architecture & planning industry. Skilled in AutoCAD, Interior Architecture, 3D Modeling, Photography. Worked on projects of conservation, heritage, interiors, and residential buildings. Completed Masters in Urban and Regional Planning from University of Mysore with 16 gold medals, and highest CGPA. With experience teaching architecture and planning for a year.
Qualifications: B.Arch, VDA- Vadodara (2013) and MURP, MSU-Vadodara (2017) Professional bodies/ Associations: Council of Architecture, India, ITPI Ar. Ravi Patel is an enthusiastic professor and started his academic carrier from 2017. He is an Architect Planner and having an experience of working with Ar. A. M. Sirgaonkar for 2 years and engaged with many residential and commercial projects. He has cast grip in subjects like working drawing, construction and studio etc. He further planned to expand his horizon into research. He is also very active for professional work in areas of Architecture, Interior Design and Urban Planning. At institution level, he is involved with Green Audit, Infrastructure Development and Sports. He also coordinated Student Council and contributed to annual events and many other co-curricular activities.
Qualifications: B.Arch, HNGU and MURP-MSU Vadodara Professional bodies/ Associations: Council of Architecture- India, ITPI Ar. Monika Patel joined Shantaben Manubhai Patel School of Studies and Research in Architecture and Interior Design, New Vallabh Vidyanagar since June 2016 as Assistant Professor. She contributed to Architecture and Planning department in the field of Research, Designing, Policy making and Education. She has published many papers in National / International Conferences and Journals.
Qualifications: B.Arch (2012) and MURP-APIED (2014) Professional bodies/ Associations: Council of Architecture, India (CA/2013/59765), ITPI (2017-293) Ar. Jemish Bhanubhai Lathiya is working as an Assistant Professor in Shantaben Manubhai Patel School of Studies & Research in Architecture and Interior Design, New Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat since June 2014. He has more than 7 years experience in Academics & Research. He guided more than 20 students for Dissertations of Bachelor & Master degree at the various institutions. He has also worked as Editorial board members of various research journals & magazine. He has published & presented many Research papers in National/ International Journals and conferences/ seminar proceedings. He believes that teamwork & sharing knowledge increase deep and intense understanding. He is also involved in teaching core subjects and theory subjects as well as Design Studio at various levels. He has participated in several Teachers training Programs, workshops and Conferences to enrich his knowledge. Few of them are Waste Management in Smart Cities, Architectural Design: Attitudes and Approaches, sustainable habitat, Heritage Stories, Urban Landscapes, Urban etc.