Nature of work
Designing a building requires aesthetic tastes (creating something that is eye-catching and appealing) and scientific skills (creating something that is technically feasible) Ammar receives only verbal instructions from his client. What kind of building does he need and what are his needs? In the light of these instructions, Ammar reviews the site where the building will be constructed and then thinks of a design of the building that is comfortable to use, compatible with its surroundings, and fit into the building. Or can meet the needs of each person working, a lot of research work has to be done at this stage, including interviewing relevant people and getting various information about the construction site environment.
Suppose an architect is assigned to design a school building. In this regard, he will first hold a meeting with the school administration and ask them about the number of students in the school, the number and size of classes, the number and size of special rooms (such as common room, library, laboratory, dispensary, etc.) and the auditorium. Etc., and will note down all the required information. He will then review the land and location of the proposed school. He will look at the living conditions of the people living in the area. What is the quality and style of construction of other nearby schools? If there are other buildings nearby, what is their nature and style of construction? And what At the same time, she will find out from the school administration how much money she can spend on the construction of the building. He will now compile all these data and information into a report and begin designing the building in its light. Initially, he will develop rough sketches that will include a plan, section and elevation of the building, as well as a perspective view and a model to help the school administration and other people involved in the construction of the building inside and outside the building. Details will help and design school can be built in this environment.
He will also take into account the international standards of school design and the standards of his city's municipality or development agency. After approval from the school administration, Ammar will begin finalizing the building. In which working drawings will also be made keeping in view the electrical, civil and mechanical requirements. In addition, an agreement will be drawn up in which the procedure for construction of the building and payment of building fees will also be decided.After the final drawings of the building are prepared and approved by the city development agency, a contractor will begin construction of the building and Ammar will review the construction of the building at various stages and approve the payment of its bills. After completion of the building, Ammar will make a final inspection of the building and after being satisfied, will hand over the building to its management.
Work environment Most of Ammar's work is done inside the office. Here he meets haircuts, discusses various designs and sketches with them. However, some of this time is also spent on outdoor activities, including interviewing residents around the proposed construction site, inspecting the site, and overseeing the work once it begins. Some construction projects may be related to out-of-town or other cities. In this case, Ammar has to stay away from his home, sometimes Ammar has to spend a good amount of time on the construction site, these places can be remote and uninhabited.Large construction companies get contracts overseas, in which case a builder should be prepared to live in a foreign environment abroad. An architect may sometimes have to deal with legal matters and documents in connection with his work.
Working conditions
After graduating from university or engineering college, an architect is required to work in a public or private institution for two years. After this experience he can start his private business in Pakistan. The architect's office environment is calm and clean and the prospects for career advancement are bright and after completing two years of service most of the Ammars prefer to set up their own office or set up a company with another Ammar.
Personal characteristics Young people who want to take up the profession of Ammar must have a few personal qualities in addition to aesthetic tastes. 1. Have a logical mind. 2. Take an interest in the social and financial elements that influence the construction of the building. 3. Be accustomed to discipline in personal life. 4. Have administrative ability. 5. Understand legal matters, documents.
Architecture education and training Now you have an idea of what the duties of a builder are. If you consider yourself to be a good architect of the future, let us tell you how you can achieve your goal. A five-year architecture course is taught in four Pakistani institutions. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, Bachelor of Architecture certificate is awarded. The institutions in which this education is imparted are as follows University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro National College of Arts. Lahore, Indus Valley School of Art, Crafts and Architecture Dawood College of Engineering and Technology, Karachi Sindh College of Art, Design and Architecture
The basic qualification for admission in these institutes is Interscience (Pre-Engineering Group). The first two institutions offer admission on the basis of domicile of Punjab and Sindh (rural) respectively, while the latter institutions admit students from all over Pakistan and Azad Kashmir. The procedure for admission in National College of Arts, Lahore is slightly different in that it conducts an examination for the aspiring candidates in each province through the Board of Technical Education of that province in which Inter Science (Pre) Students in the First and Second Divisions of the Engineering Group are tested in Mathematics, English and Painting. And then the selection of eligible candidates takes place through an oral interview.
Apart from architecture, the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore and Dawood College of Engineering and Technology, Karachi also have town planning departments. These institutions offer Bachelor of Town Planning degrees upon completion of four years of study. The conditions for admission in these fields are the same as in the field of architecture. For students who are interested in mathematics and engineering subjects, there is no better field than architecture as it has been generally observed that female students have better taste than students who are successful in architecture. Is the key to success.
Job opportunities
After completing their education in architecture or town planning, new architects and town planners work for a government or private company for the first two years. They are then allowed to practice on their own and can open their own private office. New builders and town planners are promoted to grade 17 in government and semi-government institutions in Pakistan. These government agencies include the Development Authorities of Karachi, Lahore, Hyderabad, Islamabad and other cities, WAPDA, NASS-Pak, P-Pak, Airport Development Authority, Public Works Department and Banks. In addition, new architects and town planners can also serve as lecturers in architectural educational institutions.In these institutions, these new builders can get a salary of around Rs 3,000 per month. In addition, new builders in private firms also get a monthly salary of two to three, three and a half thousand rupees, which is determined according to their ability.
current situation
By the end of June 1994, there were 1550 recognized (Ammar) Ammars and 350 approved Town Planners in Pakistan. There were 120 unlisted buildings and 2 town planners. Each year, an average of 135 architects and town planners graduate from the country's four universities and engineering colleges. Initially, they have difficulty finding employment because they have only education, no experience, but within a year or two, they either get a job or are able to start their own business. In government institutions, a certified Ammar is offered a Grade 5 job. In private institutions, salary is determined on the basis of merit and experience.
Registration
Successful young architects in engineering and town planning from an engineering college or university are required to register with the Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners (PCATP) before embarking on a career. The address is given at the end of this article. The registration fee is five hundred rupees. Registration must be renewed every year. A fee of Rs. 500 is fixed for renewal. The council issues the registration certificate to Ammar after taking necessary action Û’۔ On the basis of this certificate, Ammar can work anywhere in Pakistan and also have personal practice.
Uncertified Ammar
There are also some architects working in the country who do not have a formal certificate in architecture but are recognized for their experience and expertise. It is necessary for such Ammar to register his name in PCATP. Uncertified Ammar is called "Unlisted Architect" and the basis of the certificate issued to him after registration with the Council. But they can only work or practice in the district / city where they had employment / practice at the time of registration. Related professions, draftsmen A number of similar one-year courses are also conducted at Al-Badr Technical High School, Sher Shah, Noble Technical School, Shah Faisal Colony and Pakistan Engineering and Materials Testing Center, Federal B Area.
Government Technical Training Center for Women Buffer Zone North Karachi has a draftsman course. In addition to drafting, some courses also provide training in model making, prospective making and ammonia printing, which are in high demand. Eighth grade and matriculation students can get admission in these courses. Some institutions, such as the School of Decor, Karachi, offer courses in interior decoration.
More information Further information on architecture can be obtained from the following institutions in person or by correspondence. 1. Faculty of RK Texture and Planning University of Engineering and Technology, GT Road, Lahore 2. Faculty of Architecture and Planning Dawood College of Engineering and Technology, MA Jinnah Road Karachi3. Department of Architecture, National College of Arts, Shahra-e-Quaid-e-Azam, Lahore 4. Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture Plot No. 33 Block 2 Clifton, Karachi 5. Sindh College of Design Art and Architecture, c. 14 Block I North Nazimabad, Karachi 6. Department of Architecture. Mehran University of Engineering and Technology Jamshoro7. Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners, Room No. 111, E-1, 1st Floor, RSM Square, Shaheed Millat Road, Karachi. 8. Institute of Architects, Pakistan. 4 Gulberg 5 Lahore 9. Government Polytechnic Institute for Women, Supermarket Liaquatabad, Karachi
