The document outlines rubrics for assessing student assignments in an Architectural Design course. There are 6 assignments involving 2D and 3D modeling, application of design principles, and developing a design proposal. Each assignment is evaluated on 4-5 parameters such as presentation skills, understanding of concepts, creativity, and technical execution. The rubrics describe performance levels from excellent to fair, assigning score ranges from 0-5 or 0-20 for each parameter and total scores. The assignments allow students to demonstrate comprehension of topics like composition, space generation, anthropometry, and evolution of design concepts.

1. RUBRICS BASED ASSESSMENT for ARC111 - Architectural Design-I
Sections : A2302-A2303
Course Code:ARC111 Course Title: Architectural Design-I
CA
Assignment
Description
Evaluation
Parameter
5 (Excellent) 4 (Very Good) 3 (Good)
2 (Fair & Needs
improvement)
Range
CA-01
Create a 2D
composition and an
abstract composition
that adheres to
established
composition
principles. Your
composition should
effectively
communicate the
Fundamentals of
Design and principles
of Architecture. Your
abstract composition
should demonstrate
originality and a
willingness to explore
unconventional ideas.
(A2 Panel each)
Presentation Skills -
Students exhibit clear,
confident articulation,
showcasing an
organized
presentation with
engaging visuals that
captivate the
audience.
Clear, confident
articulation; organized
presentation;
engaging visuals
Mostly clear
articulation; organized
presentation; adequate
visuals
Adequate articulation;
somewhat organized
presentation; basic
visuals
Inconsistent
articulation;
disorganized
presentation; limited
visuals
0-5
Understanding-
Students expertly
apply the
fundamentals of
Design and principles
of Architecture,
demonstrating a
profound
understanding through
viva.
Expert application of
composition
principles; clear grasp
of concepts
Skillful application of
composition
principles; good
understanding
Adequate application
of composition
principles;
satisfactory
understanding
Partial application of
composition
principles; limited
understanding
0-5
Creativity Skills-
Students display
highly original and
innovative
compositions,
incorporating
experimentation that
elevates the overall
quality of their work.
Highly original and
innovative;
experimentation
evident
Creative elements
present; some
experimentation
Moderate originality;
limited
experimentation
Limited originality;
minimal
experimentation
0-5
Tools & Techniques-
Students expertly
handle tools and
execute techniques,
resulting in flawlessly
executed
compositions that
showcase technical
mastery.
Expert handling of
tools; flawless
technical execution
Proficient use of
tools; high technical
competence
Adequate use of tools;
satisfactory technical
execution
Inconsistent use of
tools; fair technical
execution
0-5
Total Marks 17-20 13-16 09-12 08-05 0-20
CA
Assignment
Description
Evaluation
Parameter
5 (Excellent) 4 (Very Good) 3 (Good)
2 (Fair & Needs
improvement)
Range

2. CA-02
Create basic
geometric shapes such
as a cube, pyramid,
cylinder, or cone
using sheet material
and Use wooden
Sticks to make
geometrical
structures. Pay
attention to the
intersections, edges,
and surfaces. Your
model should clearly
exhibit how linear
elements define
edges, while planar
elements create
surfaces. Document
your process through
photographs.
Presentation of
Linear Elements-
Students expertly
incorporate linear
elements, showcasing
a clear understanding
of 1D & 2D
properties and analyze
points, lines, length,
direction and position.
Expertly integrated
linear elements; clear
understanding of their
role
Skillfully integrated
linear elements; good
understanding of their
role
Adequate integration
of linear elements;
satisfactory
understanding
Limited integration of
linear elements; some
understanding
0-5
Evaluation of Planar
Elements- Students
skillfully integrate
planar elements,
demonstrating base
plane, wall plane,
overhead plane with
analysis of
dimensions, shape,
size, surface,
orientation & position
Expertly incorporated
planar elements;
strong grasp of their
significance
Skillfully
incorporated planar
elements; solid
understanding of their
significance
Adequate
incorporation of
planar elements;
satisfactory
understanding
Limited incorporation
of planar elements;
partial understanding
0-5
Application of
Volumetric
Elements- Students
competently create
volumetric forms,
reflecting a
comprehensive
understanding of how
different volumes
interact within the
composition.
Skillful creation of
volumetric forms;
clear comprehension
of their impact
Competent creation of
volumetric forms;
good comprehension
of their impact
Adequate creation of
volumetric forms;
satisfactory
comprehension
Partial creation of
volumetric forms;
limited
comprehension
0-5
Understanding of
Space- Students
profoundly
manipulate space,
revealing an acute
awareness of spatial
relationships and
interpret open spaces,
closed spaces and
semi-open spaces
Profound
manipulation of
space; evident
awareness of spatial
relationships
Skillful manipulation
of space; clear
awareness of spatial
relationships
Adequate
manipulation of
space; satisfactory
awareness of spatial
relationships
Limited manipulation
of space; partial
awareness of spatial
relationships
0-5
Total Marks 17-20 13-16 09-12 08-05 0-20
CA
Assignment
Description
Evaluation
Parameter
5 (Excellent) 4 (Very Good) 3 (Good)
2 (Fair & Needs
improvement)
Range

3. CA-03
Explore the concept
of additive
transformation in
architecture by
creating a 3D model
using L-C-J forms
from sheet materials,
arranging them in
horizontal and vertical
planes, and using
them to develop a 3D
space that reflects
your understanding of
spatial transformation
and circulation.
Additionally, translate
the model into
architectural
drawings, focusing on
precision,
presentation, and the
communication
Presentation-
Students deliver clear
and engaging oral
presentations,
effectively conveying
their design concepts
and thought process.
Clear and engaging
oral presentation;
confident explanation
of design concepts
Mostly clear oral
presentation;
competent
explanation of design
concepts
Adequate oral
presentation;
satisfactory
explanation of design
concepts
Limited oral
presentation; unclear
explanation of design
concepts
0-5
Drawing and
Documentation-
Students produce
highly detailed and
accurate architectural
drawings, showcasing
their ability to present
their design concepts
effectively.
Highly detailed and
accurate architectural
drawings; exemplary
presentation quality
Detailed and accurate
architectural
drawings; strong
presentation quality
Adequate
architectural
drawings; satisfactory
presentation quality
Limited architectural
drawings; fair
presentation quality
0-5
Understanding-
Students demonstrate
a profound grasp of
the additive
transformation
technique and a clear
understanding of how
space transformation
and circulation are
achieved.
Profound grasp of
additive
transformation
technique; clear
understanding of
space transformation
and circulation
Strong understanding
of additive
transformation
technique; good
comprehension of
space transformation
and circulation
Adequate grasp of
additive
transformation
technique; satisfactory
comprehension of
space transformation
and circulation
Limited
understanding of
additive
transformation
technique; partial
comprehension of
space transformation
and circulation
0-5
Creativity- Students
exhibit highly creative
interpretations of the
design, showcasing
innovative and
resourceful use of the
given L-C-J forms.
Highly creative
interpretation of
design; innovative use
of L-C-J forms
Creative interpretation
of design; resourceful
use of L-C-J forms
Moderately creative
interpretation of
design; effective use
of L-C-J forms
Limited creative
interpretation of
design; basic use of
L-C-J forms
0-5
Total Marks 17-20 13-16 09-12 08-05 0-20
CA
Assignment
Description
Evaluation
Parameter
5 (Excellent) 4 (Very Good) 3 (Good)
2 (Fair & Needs
improvement)
Range
CA-04
Delve into the concept
of space generation
and circulation by
creating a 3D model
using the subtractive
transformation
technique. Using
green foam blocks,
explore the process of
carving out spaces
from a solid mass to
Space Generation-
Students offer a
profound analysis of
hidden and types of
spaces, showcasing
their ability to identify
and describe spatial
qualities effectively.
Profound analysis of
hidden and types of
spaces; clear
identification of
different spatial
qualities
Comprehensive
analysis of hidden and
types of spaces; good
identification of
spatial qualities
Adequate analysis of
hidden and types of
spaces; satisfactory
identification of
spatial qualities
Limited analysis of
hidden and types of
spaces; partial
identification of
spatial qualities
0-5

4. CA-04
Delve into the concept
of space generation
and circulation by
creating a 3D model
using the subtractive
transformation
technique. Using
green foam blocks,
explore the process of
carving out spaces
from a solid mass to
understand how
spatial qualities and
circulation paths are
developed. This
hands-on exercise
aims to enhance
spatial relationships,
hidden spaces, and
path-space
interactions in
architectural design.
Analysis of Space
Connectivity-
Students exhibit an
exceptional
understanding of
space connectivity,
highlighting their skill
in establishing
meaningful spatial
relationships
Exceptional
understanding of
space connectivity;
well-developed spatial
relationships
Strong understanding
of space connectivity;
effective spatial
relationships
Adequate
understanding of
space connectivity;
satisfactory spatial
relationships
Limited
understanding of
space connectivity;
partial spatial
relationships
0-5
Evaluation of Path-
Space Relationship-
Students skillfully
integrate paths and
spaces, demonstrating
their clear
comprehension of
how these elements
interact to shape the
user experience.
Skillful integration of
paths and spaces;
clear comprehension
of their interaction
Competent integration
of paths and spaces;
good comprehension
of their interaction
Adequate integration
of paths and spaces;
satisfactory
comprehension of
their interaction
Limited integration of
paths and spaces;
partial comprehension
of their interaction
0-5
Creativity and
Presentation-
Students display
highly creative
interpretations of
design through
innovative use of the
subtractive
transformation
technique, effectively
communicated
through their
presentation.
Highly creative
interpretation of
design; innovative use
of subtractive
transformation
technique
Creative interpretation
of design; resourceful
use of subtractive
transformation
technique
Moderately creative
interpretation of
design; effective use
of subtractive
transformation
technique
Limited creative
interpretation of
design; basic use of
subtractive
transformation
technique
0-5
Total Marks 17-20 13-16 09-12 08-05 0-20
CA
Assignment
Description
Evaluation
Parameter
5 (Excellent) 4 (Very Good) 3 (Good)
2 (Fair & Needs
improvement)
Range
CA-05
Students will have the
opportunity to apply
their knowledge of
anthropometry,
fundamentals of
design, and principles
of architecture to
create a design
proposal for a
Students Plaza
within the university
campus. This hands-
on exercise aims to
enhance your design
Study of
Anthropometry-
Students exhibit a
thorough
understanding of
anthropometric
principles, effectively
integrating these
principles to design
spaces that cater to
human dimensions
and comfort.
Thorough
understanding of
anthropometric
principles; accurate
application in design
Good understanding
of anthropometric
principles; effective
application in design
Adequate
understanding of
anthropometric
principles;
satisfactory
application in design
Limited
understanding of
anthropometric
principles; partial
application in design
0-5

5. CA-05
Students will have the
opportunity to apply
their knowledge of
anthropometry,
fundamentals of
design, and principles
of architecture to
create a design
proposal for a
Students Plaza
within the university
campus. This hands-
on exercise aims to
enhance your design
thinking, site analysis,
concept development,
and presentation skills
by addressing real-
world architectural
challenges
Site Analysis-
Students demonstrate
comprehensive site
analysis skills,
identifying key site
features that inform
their design solutions.
Comprehensive site
analysis; keen
identification of key
site features
Detailed site analysis;
clear identification of
key site features
Adequate site
analysis; satisfactory
identification of key
site features
Limited site analysis;
partial identification
of key site features
0-5
Concept
Development-
Students display
profound concept
development skills,
deriving innovative
design solutions from
their understanding of
architectural
principles.
Profound concept
development;
innovative design
solutions derived
from principles of
architecture
Strong concept
development; creative
design solutions
derived from
principles of
architecture
Adequate concept
development;
satisfactory design
solutions derived
from principles of
architecture
Limited concept
development; partial
design solutions
derived from
principles of
architecture
0-5
Presentation-
Students effectively
communicate their
design intent through
exceptional
presentation quality,
enhancing the visual
and verbal
communication of
their ideas.
Exceptional
presentation quality;
clear communication
of design intent
Strong presentation
quality; effective
communication of
design intent
Adequate presentation
quality; satisfactory
communication of
design intent
Limited presentation
quality; partial
communication of
design intent
0-5
Total Marks 17-20 13-16 09-12 08-05 0-20
CA
Assignment
Description
Evaluation
Parameter
5 (Excellent) 4 (Very Good) 3 (Good)
2 (Fair & Needs
improvement)
Range
CA-06
Building upon the
foundation established
in the first phase of
the assignment, this
second phase provides
you with the
opportunity to further
develop and refine
your Students Plaza
design. Drawing on
your understanding of
anthropometry,
architectural
principles, and design
fundamentals,
students will evolve
their initial design
proposal into a
comprehensive
solution that
Form Evolution &
Anthropometry-
Students demonstrate
highly evolved form
development while
seamlessly integrating
anthropometric
principles to enhance
user experience and
design aesthetics.
Highly evolved form
development;
innovative design
integrating
anthropometric
principles
Well-evolved form
development; creative
design integrating
anthropometric
principles
Adequate form
development;
satisfactory design
integrating
anthropometric
principles
Limited form
development; basic
design with partial
anthropometric
integration
0-5
Functionality &
Aesthetics- Students
create a design that
effectively balances
functionality and
aesthetics, resulting in
a plaza that meets
user needs while
being visually
appealing.
Exceptionally
functional and
aesthetically pleasing
design; effective
integration of user
needs and visual
expression
Highly functional and
aesthetically pleasing
design; effective
integration of user
needs and visual
expression
Moderately functional
and aesthetically
pleasing design;
satisfactory
integration of user
needs and visual
expression
Partially functional
and aesthetically
pleasing design;
limited integration of
user needs and visual
expression
0-5

6. CA-06
opportunity to further
develop and refine
your Students Plaza
design. Drawing on
your understanding of
anthropometry,
architectural
principles, and design
fundamentals,
students will evolve
their initial design
proposal into a
comprehensive
solution that
harmoniously
integrates form,
functionality,
aesthetics, and spatial
exploration.
Spatial Exploration
& Creativity-
Students engage in
skilful spatial
exploration and
innovative design
solutions, showcasing
their creativity in
designing unique
spatial configurations.
Profound spatial
exploration with
innovative spatial
configurations;
creative design
solutions
Skillful spatial
exploration with
creative spatial
configurations;
imaginative design
solutions
Adequate spatial
exploration with
satisfactory spatial
configurations;
acceptable design
solutions
Limited spatial
exploration with basic
spatial configurations;
weak design solutions
0-5
Presentation-
Students present their
design evolution with
exceptional quality,
effectively
communicating how
the design has
evolved based on user
needs, aesthetics, and
spatial considerations.
Exceptional
presentation quality;
clear communication
of design evolution
Strong presentation
quality; effective
communication of
design evolution
Adequate presentation
quality; satisfactory
communication of
design evolution
Limited presentation
quality; partial
communication of
design evolution
0-5
Total Marks 17-20 13-16 09-12 08-05 0-20
CA
Assignment
Description
Evaluation
Parameter
5 (Excellent) 4 (Very Good) 3 (Good)
2 (Fair & Needs
improvement)
Range
CA-07
Students will create a
Design Sheet that
details the evolution
of their Student-Plaza
design, from inception
to the refined solution
and includes a
physical model to
bring your vision to
life. This assignment
emphasizes your
ability to
communicate your
design process,
artistic skills, and
presentation
proficiency.
Composition-
Students showcase
highly effective
composition skills,
presenting their
project documentation
with a clear and
logical flow that
guides the viewer
through the project's
progression.
Highly effective
composition; clear
organization of
content with a logical
flow
Strong composition;
well-organized
content with a
coherent progression
Adequate
composition;
satisfactory
organization of
content with some
coherence
Fair composition;
content organization
lacks clarity and
coherence
0-5
Line Weight & Line
Types- Students
skillfully use line
weight and types to
establish hierarchy
and clarity in their
drawings,
contributing to the
overall legibility of
the project
documentation.
Skillful use of line
weight and types;
effectively conveys
hierarchy and clarity
Competent use of line
weight and types;
establishes hierarchy
and clarity
Adequate use of line
weight and types;
somewhat establishes
hierarchy and clarity
Limited use of line
weight and types;
unclear hierarchy and
lack of clarity
0-5

7. CA-07
to the refined solution
and includes a
physical model to
bring your vision to
life. This assignment
emphasizes your
ability to
communicate your
design process,
artistic skills, and
presentation
proficiency.
Rendering- Students
achieve outstanding
rendering quality,
effectively using
shading and textures
to enhance the visual
representation of their
design concepts.
Outstanding rendering
quality; skillful use of
shading and textures
Strong rendering
quality; effective use
of shading and
textures
Adequate rendering
quality; satisfactory
use of shading and
textures
Limited rendering
quality; basic shading
and textures
0-5
Presentation-
Students excel in
presentation quality,
effectively
communicating the
evolution of their
project through
detailed annotations
and clear
communication.
Exceptional
presentation quality;
clear communication
of project evolution
with detailed
annotations
Strong presentation
quality; effectively
communicates project
evolution with
annotations
Adequate presentation
quality; satisfactorily
communicates project
evolution with basic
annotations
Limited presentation
quality; unclear
communication of
project evolution with
minimal annotations
0-5
Total Marks 17-20 13-16 09-12 08-05 0-20