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TODD POVELL

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CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Note: While great efforts have been taken to provide accurate and complete information on the pages of CPEP, please be aware that the information contained herewith is considered a work‐in‐progress for this thesis project. Modifications and changes related to the original building designs and construction methodologies for this senior thesis project are solely the interpretation of Todd Povell. Changes and discrepancies in no way imply that the original design contained errors or was flawed. Differing assumptions, code references, requirements, and methodologies have been incorporated into this thesis project; therefore, investigation results may vary from the original design.

Reflection

ABET Outcomes for AE 481W/482	Outcome not able to be assessed (Score of 0)	Level of ability demonstrated but below acceptable (Score of 1)	Minimum acceptable level of ability demonstrated (Score of 2)	More than minimum level of ability demonstrated (Score of 3)
a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering				X
b. An ability to analyze and interpret data				X
c. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs			X
e. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems				X
f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility				X
g. An ability to communicate effectively				X
h. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context				X
i. An ability to engage in life-long learning				X
j. A knowledge of contemporary issues				X
k. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice			X
o. Engineering design capabilities in at least two (2) of the (3) basic curriculum areas of architectural engineering, and that design has been integrated across the breadth of the program				X
p. Communication and interaction with other design professionals in the execution of building projects				X

AE 481W/482 Course Reflection

Overall, the senior thesis experience was positive. Coursework in AE 481W in the fall semester and AE 482 in the spring semester allowed me to perform a detailed analysis of an existing project while at the same time propose design changes to the project as well. Thesis work allowed me to interact with industry members, though at times such interactions understandably seemed to be a bit bothersome for them. Nonetheless, thesis work provided a means for demonstrating my knowledge within the construction management option as well as delving further and exploring my design capabilities in some of the other more design oriented options.

The CPEP page was an effective way to communicate information to faculty and industry members alike. Though website design was a bit challenging, especially at first, the creation of a website was an effective tool to use. Discussion boards were also a great way to get feedback and have questions answered by industry professionals, but when possible, one on one interaction was generally more effective. As mentioned, senior thesis was a positive experience and an effective capstone project.

The Capstone Project Electronic Portfolio (CPEP) is a web‐based project and information center. It contains material produced for a year‐long Senior Thesis class. Its purpose, in addition to providing central storage of individual assignments, is to foster communication and collaboration between student, faculty consultant, course instructors, and industry consultants. This website is dedicated to the research and analysis conducted via guidelines provided by the Department of Architectural Engineering. For an explanation of this capstone design course and its requirements click here.

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