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INTERNSHIP REPORT 2017
ARCH 545
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts
INTERNSHIP REPORT 2017 ARCH 545
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Table of content:
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Acknowledgment
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Introduction to practical training
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Objectives of the internship
IV. Company background V.
Vision and mission of the company
VI. Project guidelines
VII. Tasks assigned according to the internship •
Predesign
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Design development
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Permit
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Execution
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Management
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Site visits
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Acknowledgment:
The Internship opportunity that I had with NRA-Rif Constructions, in duration of approximately a year and a bit more , was a great chance for my learning and professional development. Therefore I consider myself as a very lucky person as I was given the chance to be a part of their company. Also, I am very grateful for having the opportunity to meet so many amazing people and professionals who led me through this short-period of internship training. Bearing in mind previous that I am using this report to convey my gratitude and special thanks to Ar. Nadim EL Rif the Chief Operating and Executive Officer and also to Mr. Wassim EL Rif Executive Director. They heartily welcomed me, gave me valuable advise and guidance along this internship period, despite being extraordinarily busy with their duties they made me time to learn what's necessary in this training and thanks to them I treasured both theoretical and practical training. I would be pleased to show my gratitude also to my university, the holy spirit university of kaslik - USEK who prepared me well to this internship. According to my experience, it was obvious among all that students from this university can prove themselves in any given task. Now, I realize this opportunity as a big milestone in my career development. I will aim to use this knowledge and gained skills in the best possible way to attain desired career goals. Last but not least, I hope to continue co-adjuvancy with you all (USEK/NRA) in the future.
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Introduction to practical training internship:
• Introduction: Practical training or internship is an essential course for all degree students of the holy spirit university of Kaslik but most particularly for license graduate students. In order to complete the master degree as well as to graduate from the fine arts academy one must fulfill this course. The Internship refers to work experience that is applicable to professional development. A period of time allocated by USEK at a location/company (private organization or governmental department) chosen by the student themselves. For this semester I , Aleen Saba _201201659 have chosen this course and I already have completed my practical training at NRA-Rif Construction since June of the past year.
• Objectives of the internship: •Develop both soft and hard skills •Complete a design conceptual training •Promote communication and management skills •Introduce students to the fields of professional work •Ensure their practice in several site finishing visits ALEEN SABA_201201659
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Company background:
Company name: NRA-Rif Construction Address: Bekaa- Zahle- Al Rahban bldg. 1st Floor Email: nadim.el.rif@gmail.com Contact #: 08 818 819 Personal #: 03 868 583 NRA-Rif Construction is an architecture firm which aim not only focus on providing various design solution by incorporating all architectural knowledges but they are also ensure to provide memorable spaces and timeless architecture into the design strategies. This architectural firm was founded almost 10 years ago by it’s founding members Ar. Nadim El Rif and Mr. Wassim El Rif. Ar. Nadim El Rif founder member of the working company is a graduate senior architect from the holy spirit university of Kaslik. NRA-Rif Construction main and major approach is known for it’s design innovation and quality service. This company provides services in architecture, interior design, urban design, renovation, project consultant, execution and project management. The firm aims to be the best choice in architectural design and it is focusing on providing architectural solution services.
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Vision & mission of the company:
Project guidelines according to the company:
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To improve design and services for clients
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To explore and research new design approaches and directions
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To provide excellent quality service
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To ensure at all time the quality of the building designed
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Referring to log sheets of the company Schematic design phase is usually aligned with pre-design. When done with this stage design development phase stars.
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Meanwhile the permit application and contract documentation are aligned together.
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Contract administration is usually aligned with contract implementation.
In my report I will explain more these procedures of the development process.
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
PREDESIGN AND SCHEMATIC DESIGN PHASE: The predesign phase starts when a client asks for an architect’s help to carry out a project from design till completion of the entire project.
Few things architects need to evaluate and take into consideration before starting any project such as the type of the project assigned, the current capacity load of work, client vision, the site location, letter of appointment and duration of the project, not to forget approximate fees. After the agreement has been done between the client and the architect according to the list of evaluative requirement listed above, the schematic design begins, it’s a preliminary sketch design presented according to the customers proposal. Architects in this stage need to inform clients that important consultants and engineers will be evolved to undertake the project. Also they need to aware the local authority and get a permission.
Basically the process of approval will take 3 months period. The next phase stars when the approval is obtained. This stage takes more time and involves more staff. At the end of this stage we can have an illustration or a 3D sketch of what will be done. ALEEN SABA_201201659
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE:
This is the phase where a schematic design needs to be developed , building plan submission involved and also obtain the building plan approval from local authorities (architects order). This phase enable the consultants to start detailed design drawing work.
Office x4
20-25 m2
Meeting room 1
55-60 m2
Meeting room 2
45-55 m2
Printing Storage
45-55 m2
Entrance/reception
10-15 m2
Kitchen
15-25 m2
wc.
10-20 m2
Working space x4
30-35 m2
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In order to ensure that this phase work effectively and to avoid any re working or abortive work, all relevant consultant must be on board. The drawings need to be distributed to all partner consultant. For example a structural detail can cause an effective change in the design etc. Moreover in this phase the client needs to be aware of prices and the preliminary costing of the project. The project development must be inline with the client’s budget. Prices shall vary according to quantity and quality surveyors. In this stage the architect must provide the tabulate schedule of areas.
Sometimes at this stage a schedule of suggested materials is also presented .
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
 PERMIT APPLICATION AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTATION PHASE:
The permit stage allows the client as the architect to continue the project with the local authorities submission and approval. The architect needs an official approval from the local authority in order to proceed to the building construction stages. This is the stage in which the architects need to be aware of different local authorities and establish requirements for coordinate and specialist. Consideration to observe and assess regulatory contexts like building by law, settle back limits, fire escape requirement, number of cars needed according to areas and use, etc. All these must be taken into consideration and all laws must be respected in order to get the local authorities approval. After this stage time consuming and coast are what to look forward to. 10
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PERMIT APPLICATION AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTATION PHASE:
Sample 01: National produce and packing company
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
Sample 02: Villa construction plans and docs
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
Sample 02: Villa construction plans and docs
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
Sample: Villa after construction
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
 Sample 03: Taanayel general hospital: Renovation of an existing hospital inside/out
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
 Sample 03: Taanayel general hospital: Renovation of an existing hospital inside/out
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
 Sample 03: Taanayel general hospital: Renovation of an existing hospital inside/out
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
 Sample 03: Taanayel general hospital: Renovation of an existing hospital inside/out
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
 Sample 03: Taanayel general hospital: Renovation of an existing hospital inside/out
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
Sample 04: Management and BOQ
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
Sample 04: landscape
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Tasks assigned according to internship:
Sample 04: landscape
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Site visits:
EXECUTION PHASE – SITE VISIT:
The first things to know while you visit a site are the site safety and precautions: 1.
Everyone needs to wear a safety helmet and protective boots when they enter the site construction area
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On site they shall prepare portable units that include w.c. ,resting area, workers canteen, supervisor’s office, etc.
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Scaffolds shall be settled to create more safety and avoid any fallings.
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Ladders and passages shall be secure.
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Provide accessibility to machineries to access.
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Be attentive to soul nature to prevent any natural incident.
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Use isolation and be aware off electricity cables on site during construction.
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Site visits:
EXECUTION PHASE – SITE VISIT:
Ladders & Passages
Portable units that include w.c. ,resting area, workers canteen, supervisor’s office, etc.
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Site visits:
EXECUTION PHASE – SITE VISIT:
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General Equipment:
ACT 01: Equipment
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Site Reconversion:
Reconversion: BEFORE From a show room to a restaurant.
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ACT 02: Reconversion: In my internship period I’ve passed through different reconversion of several buildings.
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Site Reconversion:
Reconversion: AFTER From a show room to a restaurant.
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ACT 02: Reconversion: In my internship period I’ve passed through different reconversion of several buildings.
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Site Reconversion:
Reconversion: BEFORE From a neglected construction to a show room
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ACT 03: Reconversion: In my internship period I’ve passed through different reconversion of several buildings.
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Site Reconversion:
Reconversion: During From a neglected construction to a show room
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ACT 03: Reconversion: In my internship period I’ve passed through different reconversion of several buildings.
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Site Reconversion:
Reconversion: Futural From a neglected construction to a show room
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ACT 03: Reconversion: In my internship period I’ve passed through different reconversion of several buildings.
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Conclusion : Within these several weeks of intensive training a great experience has been taught to me. To terminate my report I will be presenting a general conclusion of advantages and opportunities that are offered throughout an internship period:
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The purpose of this practical internship is to expose the future architect (actual student) to the real world and to real work tasks and how to deal with them using the suitable solutions according to different cases.
Also, it is a chance for student to apply theories and acknowledged information in the field of work.
This training allows students to observe and record in head every detail.
It trains students to develop their skills and enrich their schematic design, development design, contract documentation, site visit, execution, client- consultant meetings..
Besides, it enhances team experience.
Finally, its an opportunity to meet new people, learn new experience and connect between soft and hard skills.
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