Laboratories | School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada

Laboratory Facilities Overview

School of Planning and Architecture Vijayawada houses state-of-the-art laboratory facilities designed to provide comprehensive hands-on learning experiences in architecture and planning.

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Specialized Laboratories

100+

Advanced Equipment

24/7

Access Available

Computer & Technology Labs

Architecture Computer Lab

60 workstations with AutoCAD, Revit, 3ds Max

GIS Laboratory

ArcGIS, ERDAS Imagine, GPS instruments

Research & Analysis Labs

Environmental Laboratory

Air, water, soil, and noise quality testing

Climatology Lab

Building sciences and energy studies

Architecture Computer Lab

Advanced computing facility for architectural design and visualization

Available Software

Software	Licenses
Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture 2018	60
Autodesk 3ds Max 2018	60
Autodesk Revit 2018	60
Microsoft Office 2007	60
Vector Works	50
IES	5
Transys 17	10
Meteonorm7	2

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Uma Sankar Basina

Associate Professor

Lab Description

The Computer Lab is fully air-conditioned and equipped with sixty (60) high-end workstations installed with various licensed software such as AutoCAD, Trimble Sketchup, Adobe Creative Cloud, and IES. The lab provides students with computing skills in various architectural software and their applications in the field of architecture.

Laboratory Gallery

GIS Laboratory

Geographic Information Systems and spatial analysis facility

Available Software

ERDAS 2016 - Intergraph Geospatial Education Bundle

20 user license

ERDAS 2016 - Imagine Photogrammetry Bundle

10 user license

EIGAP Plus (ArcGIS 10.6 Bundle)

50 users license

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Uma Sankar Basina

Associate Professor

Lab Description

The GIS Lab is equipped with ten (10) high-end workstations installed with licensed GIS software such as ArcGIS Desktop, ERDAS Imagine, and GPS instruments. It provides students with geo-informatics and computing skills relevant to urban, environment, and transportation planning.

Laboratory Gallery

Environmental Laboratory

Environmental quality testing and research facility

Available Equipment

Hot Air Oven

Hot Plate

Incubator

Muffle Furnace

Connectivity Meter

FPM Compressor

Photometer

Analyzer

Faculty In-Charge

Ms. Ekta

Assistant Professor

Lab Description

The Environmental Lab is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure for research in cities and environments. It enables students to quantify environmental changes with respect to urban dynamics using various instruments for testing air, water, soil, and noise quality.

Laboratory Gallery

Climatology / Energy Studies / Acoustic Lab

Building sciences and indoor environmental quality research

Available Equipment

Testo 480 Multi-function Instrument

Thermal Flow Probe

Lux Probe

Thermal Imager

Light Meter

Thermal Anemometer

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Amitava Sarkar

Associate Professor

Lab Description

The lab is equipped with modern instruments to carry out research in building sciences, energy studies, and indoor environmental quality. It provides hands-on practical experience for students in their academic and research activities.

Laboratory Gallery

Art Laboratory

Creative space for artistic exploration and visual communication

Faculty In-Charge

Mr. P. Santosh Kumar

Faculty Member

Lab Description

The Art Lab provides students with a creative space to explore various artistic techniques and media. It supports the development of visual communication skills essential for architectural design and presentation.

Creative Activities

Drawing & Sketching

Painting Techniques

Color Theory

Visual Communication

Design Presentation

Laboratory Gallery

Model Making and Carpentry Workshop

Hands-on construction techniques and model making facility

Faculty In-Charge

Ar. Pushpendra Kumar

Assistant Professor

Lab Description

The Carpentry Lab provides hands-on experience in building construction techniques and model making. Students learn practical skills in woodworking, joinery, and construction methods.

Workshop Activities

Woodworking Techniques

Model Construction

Joinery Methods

Tool Usage Training

Safety Procedures

Laboratory Gallery

Conservation Laboratory

Heritage documentation and digital preservation technology

Available Equipment

Laser Distance Measuring Tools

Photogrammetry Software

Long Range Laser Scanner

DSLR Cameras

High-end Computer Systems

Faculty In-Charge

Ar. Sanjay Bhandari

Assistant Professor

Lab Description

The Conservation Lab is equipped with digital documentation techniques for heritage resources, including LiDAR scanning, photogrammetry, and 3D modeling technologies for heritage conservation work.

Laboratory Gallery

Transportation Laboratory

Traffic modeling and transportation planning facility

Available Software

PTV Visum

1 user license

PTV Vissim

1 user license

CUBE

1 user license

Faculty In-Charge

Ms. Naina Gupta

Assistant Professor

Lab Description

The Transportation Lab is equipped with workstations and specialized software for transportation planning and analysis, including traffic modeling and simulation tools.

Laboratory Gallery

Material Museum

Interactive building materials exploration and learning center

Material Categories

Natural Stones

Metals

Glass

Wood Samples

Tiles

Insulation Materials

Plumbing Fittings

Electrical Fixtures

Faculty In-Charge

Ar. Karthik Chadalavada

Assistant Professor

Museum Description

The Material Museum is a specialized resource center dedicated to the study of building materials. It provides an interactive learning environment where students can explore traditional and modern construction materials.

Museum Gallery

Structures Lab / Material Testing Lab

Material testing and structural analysis facility

Available Equipment

Compression Testing Machine

Torsion Testing Machine

Impact Testing Machine

Hardness Testing Machine

Standard Sieves

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. P. Siva Prasad

Assistant Professor

Mr. Naveen Vasanabhi

Workshop Supervisor/Superintendent

Lab Description

The Structures Lab demonstrates basic principles of strength and mechanics of materials through experiments. It includes equipment for testing material properties such as tensile strength, compressive strength, and hardness.

Laboratory Gallery

Surveying Lab

Equipped with tools and instruments for measuring, mapping, and construction layout

Equipments Available

Tapes – Used for linear measurements in surveying.

Chains – Used for measuring distances with standardized lengths like Gunter’s chain (66 feet) or Engineer’s chain (100 feet).

Ranging Rods – Tall poles, usually painted in alternating red and white sections, used for aligning survey points and setting out straight lines.

Dumpy Level – A precise optical instrument used for leveling and height measurement in surveying, featuring a fixed telescope.

Total Station – A modern electronic surveying instrument that integrates an electronic theodolite with an electronic distance meter (EDM) for precise angle and distance measurements.

Electronic Theodolite – An advanced version of the traditional theodolite with digital angle-reading capabilities, improving measurement accuracy and efficiency.

Prismatic Compass – A magnetic compass with a prism for precise angle measurements, commonly used for navigation and surveying.

Plane Table – A flat, portable drawing surface mounted on a tripod, used for field sketching and mapping in conjunction with a sighting device.

Faculty In-Charge

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Assistant Professor

[Lab Supervisor Name]

Lab Supervisor/Superintendent

Lab Description

The Surveying Laboratory is integral to architectural education, providing students with advanced instrumentation, methodologies, and practical skills for precise geospatial data acquisition and analysis. Surveying is critical for infrastructure projects, including roads, buildings, and bridges. The lab facilitates the application of theoretical principles to real-world scenarios, enhancing proficiency in measurement techniques, equipment operation, and data interpretation. The expertise developed directly informs spatial planning, structural design, and project execution.

Key Objectives

Land Surveying Techniques – Investigates methods for precise measurement and mapping of land, including traditional and modern geospatial techniques to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Topographic and Cadastral Surveying – Focuses on mapping land features, elevations, and property boundaries, essential for land ownership, urban planning, and infrastructure development.
Construction Site Surveying – Examines techniques for ensuring accurate site layout, alignment, and grading, critical for maintaining structural integrity and compliance with design specifications.
Smart Surveying Technology – Explores advanced tools such as Laser distance meters, GPS devices, Total stations to improve surveying efficiency, accuracy, and real-time data collection.

Laboratory Gallery

Landscape Laboratory

Landscape architecture and sustainable design facility

Available Equipment

Roof Garden Mock-up

Green Wall Mock-up

Topographic Model

Garden Equipment

Soil pH Testing Kit

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. M. Banu Chitra

Associate Professor

Lab Description

The Landscape Lab demonstrates various techniques and concepts in landscape architecture. It includes mock-ups of roof gardens, green walls, topographic models, and plant species identification systems.

Laboratory Gallery

Building Construction Yard

Hands-on construction learning and experimentation space

Faculty In-Charge

Ar. Ch. Karthik

Assistant Professor

Facility Description

The Construction Yard is an open learning space where students gain hands-on experience with different building materials and construction techniques through practical exercises.

Learning Activities

Construction Techniques

Material Experimentation

Practical Building Skills

Team Collaboration

Safety Training

Construction Yard Gallery

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Explore Our Laboratories

Overview

Computer Lab

GIS Laboratory

Environmental Lab

Climatology Lab

Art Laboratory

Carpentry Workshop

Conservation Lab

Transportation Lab

Material Museum

Structures Lab

Survey Lab

Landscape Lab

Construction Yard

Laboratory Facilities Overview

Computer & Technology Labs

Architecture Computer Lab

GIS Laboratory

Research & Analysis Labs

Environmental Laboratory

Climatology Lab

Architecture Computer Lab

Available Software

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Laboratory Gallery

GIS Laboratory

Available Software

ERDAS 2016 - Intergraph Geospatial Education Bundle

ERDAS 2016 - Imagine Photogrammetry Bundle

EIGAP Plus (ArcGIS 10.6 Bundle)

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Laboratory Gallery

Environmental Laboratory

Available Equipment

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Laboratory Gallery

Climatology / Energy Studies / Acoustic Lab

Available Equipment

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Laboratory Gallery

Art Laboratory

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Creative Activities

Laboratory Gallery

Model Making and Carpentry Workshop

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Workshop Activities

Laboratory Gallery

Conservation Laboratory

Available Equipment

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Laboratory Gallery

Transportation Laboratory

Available Software

PTV Visum

PTV Vissim

CUBE

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Laboratory Gallery

Material Museum

Material Categories

Faculty In-Charge

Museum Description

Museum Gallery

Structures Lab / Material Testing Lab

Available Equipment

Faculty In-Charge

Lab Description

Laboratory Gallery

Surveying Lab