295 MASSIE RD.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
LOGAN BROWN
LIGHTING / ELECTRICAL
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“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 Christopher Ankeny. 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.”
| TECHNICAL ASSIGNMENTS |
TECH REPORT ONE:
EXISTING LIGHTING CONDITIONS & DESIGN CRITERIA ANALYSIS
The John Paul Jones Arena on the campus of The University of Virginia has a lighting system that mimics the grandiose and monumental colonnade that gives the building its identity. Through various interior spaces and environments, the architects were able to create a space that feels comfortable and functional, yet at the same time compliment the sheer size and impact the building has on the surrounding campus.
The lighting design accentuates and enhances the exterior features while providing for the occupants on the interior by guiding them through the space and giving them a visually articulate experience. Tech Report One is used to discuss the existing conditions that make up the John Paul Jones Arena and how an analysis of these systems reveals the IESNA criteria used in the designing process.
The report also presents a critique of four designated spaces and how well each one follows these criteria through their design, layout and overall connection to the building as a whole.
TECH REPORT TWO:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EXISTING CONDITIONS & BUILDING LOAD SUMMARY
Technical Report 2: the Electrical System Existing Conditions and Building Load Summary examines the John Paul Jones Arena located on the campus of The University of Virginia. The report discusses the power distribution systems and the communication systems that allow the arena to function at an optimal level on a daily basis. Within each section is an analysis of the entire space starting at the service entrance moving through the building all the way down to individual equipment and panelboards. An appendix at the conclusion of the report discusses ballast cut sheets and presents single line diagrams created from an in-depth look through drawings and specifications.
The arena uses a radial-type electrical distribution system, and supplies the building with 480Y/277V, 3-phase power. Dominion Virginia Power is the utility supplier to the entire campus, with distribution points around campus feeding the individual buildings. The power is supplied at 12.47kV to the main transformer, with (5) smaller transformers stepping the power down to 480Y/277V.
Loads on the system are primarily lighting and mechanical equipment loads. Lighting is typically powered by a 277V system, although some are powered by a 120V system. The mechanical loads consist mainly of air-handling units and equipment fans that run on 480V power, with some running on 120V power. An emergency, diesel-powered generator is used as means to back-up the normal systems as well as provide for stand-by and life-safety systems.
Sizing the service entrance was calculated using 3 methods: the square foot method, NEC load method and the actual building load method. Each version has its own advantages/disadvantages, but all were pivotal in analyzing the incoming service to the arena.
TECH REPORT THREE:
SCHEMATIC DESIGN PROPOSAL