Civil Engineering and Architecture
CEA February 20 - 23 , 2019
Last Week
When a business or industrial facility closes, even if the location is desirable, the building is sometimes left boarded up and abandoned, sometimes for years. Often these abandoned properties are not redeveloped because of the potential presence (whether contamination is actually present or not) of some type of contamination left behind by the previous property owners. These abandoned properties are referred to as brownfields.
Federal and state programs now encourage developers to clean up and redevelop these unused properties in an effort to revitalize unsightly areas. These incentives have provided funding sources for the assessment and remediation of brownfield sites that has allowed redevelopment and reuse of properties that were previously undesirable.
In this project you will plan the redevelopment of a (fictitious) existing industrial brownfield site in Noblesville, IN. The unit activities will guide you as you create a redevelopment plan to reuse the facility as a public library.
The City of Noblesville received a grant from the State of Indiana to assess the site for hazardous materials. The results of the investigation indicate that the property has insignificant levels of contamination and can be redeveloped without restriction on use. Of course, all applicable building codes and local regulations still apply to the development.
Procedure
The existing building is approximately 76ft x 124ft and 20ft tall and is gutted. No interior walls or fixtures remain. You will utilize the existing structure to its fullest extent and add a partial second floor to the structure. The part of the existing roof that is not enclosed for the new second floor will be converted to a green roof that will be accessible to the public.
You will redesign the existing building to create a plan for renovating the structure to serve as a public library. As necessary, you will replace existing building components or add new components to provide a safe and efficient building with adequate utilities and services. You will also create a site design that will provide sufficient parking, desirable traffic flow, and appropriate grading and storm water management.
Constraints
· The design should follow all applicable building codes and local regulations.
· The existing structure will be fully utilized when possible.
· A new modern entryway and vestibule will be added to improve the aesthetics of the building, provide full accessibility, and include an exterior covered area with benches.
· An elevator must be provided for accessibility.
· First Floor plan must include areas designated for
o Entry and Circulation Desk area
o Children’s Help Desk
o Open area for stacks (shelves of books and media) and computer terminals
o Public restroom
o Head Librarian’s office
o Staff workroom/ kitchenette
o Staff restroom
o Two meeting rooms
o Noblesville History room
o Mechanical room
· Second Floor plan must include:
o Open floor area for stacks
o Public restroom
Deliverables
1. Project Documentation Report to include the following.
· Title Page
· Table of Contents
· Project Description
o Describe the project, including existing conditions and proposed renovations.
· Code and Regulation Research Summary
o Document the codes that you used for the design of the library.
o Describe code and local ordinance regulations that impacted your design and document your research with section numbers.
· Engineering calculations to include the following.
o Composite Floor Load-Span table with selection highlighted (Activity 3.1.6)
o Roof Deck Design (Activity 3.2.2)
o Roof Joist Design (Activity 3.2.2)
o (Optional) Structural beam and girder calculations (Activity 3.2.7)
o Spread footing analysis (Activity 3.2.10)
o (Optional) Water supply pressure at meter and at second floor restroom fixture (Activity 3.3.2)
o (Optional) Wastewater discharge calculations (Activity 3.3.3)
o Heat Loss calculations (Activity 3.3.4)
o Storm water runoff and retention/detention pond size (Activity 3.4.5)
· Conclusion
o Answers to conclusion questions in narrative form.
2. Set of Construction Drawings to include the following.
· C-1 Site Plan
· L-1 (Optional) Landscaping Plan
· A-1 First Floor Plan
· A-2 Second Floor and Green Roof Plan (show location of vegetation and walking surface)
· A-3 (Optional) Reflected Ceiling Plan of a Meeting Rooms and Head Librarians Office
· A-4 Roof Plan
· A-5 Two Elevations
· A-6 Sections and Details
· Building Section
· Typical Wall Section thru two-story exterior wall with all components labeled
· Wall Section through new second floor exterior wall with all components labeled
· Detail view of the green roof showing all components
· E-1 (Optional) Electrical Plan of the Staff Workroom/kitchenette
· P-1 (Optional) Plumbing Plan for public restrooms on the first and second floor
· S-1 Foundation Plan annotating any needed renovations
· S-2 (Optional) Second Floor Framing Plan
· S-3 (Optional) Roof Framing Plan
Conclusion
1. Discuss the sustainable and energy efficient characteristics of your completed project.
2. What part of the project proved to be the most difficult to complete? Why?
3. Describe one improvement that you would incorporate if given sufficient time and explain how it would make your project better.
4. Choose a career path related to commercial building design and construction that you discovered during this project that you were previously unaware of and give a job description of someone who works in this field.
I am hoping to finish this project prior to the conclusion of Spring Break, but it may be after. I will adjust based on how students are progressing through the project.
This week
Schoology
Revit Download
If you would like to download Revit at home for free, you will need a gaming computer (it is a resource hog) and you will need to create an account on AutoCAD. We use Revit 2018. The students have also created an account on Revit City so they can get different furnishings for their structures. https://www.autodesk.com/education/free-software/revit
TSA (Technology Student Association)
Student Members
The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national organization of students engaged in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Open to students enrolled in or who have completed technology education courses, TSA’s membership includes more than 250,000 middle and high school students across the United States. TSA is supported by educators, parents, and business leaders who believe in the need for a technologically literate society. Members learn through exciting competitive events, leadership opportunities, and much more. A wide range of activities makes TSA a positive experience for every student.
Chapters
TSA chapters take the study of STEM beyond the classroom and give students the chance to pursue academic challenges among friends with similar goals and interests. Together, chapter members work on competitive events, attend conferences on the state and national levels, and learn and apply leadership skills. Chapters also are committed to a national service project and are among the most service-oriented groups in the community. Members may become officers within their state and then run for national office. To learn how to start a chapter, call 703-860-9000 or Join TSA.
Competitions
Imagine an activity so captivating that your students spend hours working on it for weeks at a time. That is what can happen when TSA members engage in TSA competitions. Only TSA members have the opportunity to compete at exciting state conferences and then at the annual National TSA Conference. Expert judging by technology educators and industry representatives inspires the best from participants. Members are rewarded not only with medals or trophies, but also with memories of the camaraderie and the challenge of participating in a National TSA Conference. TSA competitions include categories such as Biotechnology Design, Career Prep, Coding, Digital Photography, Dragster Design, Flight, Leadership Strategies, Medical Technology, Prepared Presentation, Software Development, Technology Problem Solving, Video Game Design, Webmaster, and much more.
Curriculum Integration
Education directives at the federal and state levels focus on providing avenues for initiatives such as STEM education. TSA helps teachers meet the criteria for STEM education goals through exciting programs that include activities, competitions, leadership, and teamwork for students. In addition, all TSA activities are correlated to the Standards for Technological Literacy, as set forth by the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA). Teachers can use TSA activities during the school day in their classroom, and extend the learning beyond the classroom through a TSA chapter.
Applications are outside my door. This is a wonderful learning opportunity for your student that will prepare them for anything that comes their way. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Math and Science Curriculum Night
Monday, Feb 25, 2019, 06:00 PM
1008 Jerry Mashek Drive, West, TX, USA
Career Day
Tuesday, Mar 5, 2019, 08:00 AM
1008 Jerry Mashek Drive, West, TX, USA
TSA Regionals
Friday, Mar 8, 2019, 08:00 AM
1008 Jerry Mashek Drive, West, TX, USA
Tanya Snook
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Location: West High School, Jerry Mashek Drive, West, TX, USA
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