Department of Architecture & Planning
Laboratory Facilities
State-of-the-art studios and laboratories supporting design education, research, and hands-on learning at SPAV Vijayawada.
All Laboratory Facilities
Select any facility below to explore its equipment, software, and team details.
Architecture Computer Lab
Central Computer Lab — advanced computing for architectural design
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 B
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 B
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. Lilly Rose A
Associate Professor
Dr. Faiz Ahmed Ch
Assistant Professor
Technical Staff
Ms. Kesava Lakshmi M
Technician
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. Santhosh Kumar P
Assistant Professor
Technical Staff
Mr. V. Venkata Narayana
Lab Attendant
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
Dr. Jagath Kumari D
Assistant Professor
Technical Staff
Mr. A. Sandeep
Technician
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
Technical Staff
Ms. Kesava Lakshmi M
Technician
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 & Construction Lab
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. Ch. Karthik
Assistant Professor
Technical Staff
Mr. A. Sandeep
Technician
Lab 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. Siva Prasad P
Assistant Professor
Technical Staff
Mr. Naveen Vasanabhi
Assistant Superintendent Technical
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
Dr. Siva Prasad P
Assistant Professor
Technical Staff
Mr. Naveen Vasanabhi
Assistant Superintendent Technical
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. Banu Chitra M
Associate Professor
Technical Staff
Mr. V. Lakshmi Narayana
Technician — Landscape Lab & DICGC Lab
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. Deepak Kumar
Assistant Professor
Technical Staff
Mr. V. Venkata Narayana
Lab Attendant
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
Faculty In-Charge
| Laboratory | Faculty In-Charge |
|---|---|
| Art Lab | Mr. Santhosh Kumar P Assistant Professor |
| Climatology / Energy / Acoustic Lab | Dr. Lilly Rose A (Associate Professor) Dr. Faiz Ahmed Ch (Assistant Professor) |
| Structures / Material Testing & Survey Lab | Dr. Siva Prasad P Assistant Professor |
| Conservation Lab | Ar. Sanjay Bhandari Assistant Professor |
| Landscape Lab | Dr. Banu Chitra M Associate Professor |
| Material & Construction Lab | Ar. Ch. Karthik Assistant Professor |
| Central Computer Lab | Dr. Uma Sankar B Associate Professor |
| Construction Yard | Ar. Deepak Kumar Assistant Professor |
| Model Making & Carpentry Workshop | Dr. Jagath Kumari D Assistant Professor |
Technical Assistants & Lab Staff
| Name | Role | Laboratory Duties |
|---|---|---|
| Ms. Kesava Lakshmi M | Technician | Climatology Lab, Conservation Lab |
| Mr. V. Venkata Narayana | Lab Attendant | Art Lab, Construction Yard |
| Mr. Naveen Vasanabhi | Assistant Superintendent Technical | Structures / Material Testing Lab, Survey Lab |
| Mr. V. Lakshmi Narayana | Technician | Landscape Lab, DICGC Lab (Laser engravers, 3D Printers) |
| Mr. A. Sandeep | Technician | Model Making & Carpentry Lab, Material & Construction Lab |