Welcome to Derek DiPiazza's AE Senior Thesis e-Portfolio
Thesis Proposal
Research
The goal of the proposed research is to identify and develop an ethics training guide that would support a company’s corporate strategy with regard to ethics. With the acquired knowledge, an analysis and implementation tool would be developed for companies to use that will provide them with a solution to increase the ethical performance of their respective company.
Techincal Analysis
Prefabricated Domestic Supply Plumbing
The goal of this analysis is to conclude whether or not a prefabricated ProPress piping system will save money, time, and reduce safety risks compared to the weld pipe currently being constructed.
Fabric Duct System
The goal of this analysis is to conclude whether or not a fabric duct system will save money and reduce installation time as well as supply the desired air to the space. In addition, by analyzing the duct support structure, determine if the members can be resized to reduce cost.
Stuctural Column Redesign
The goal of this analysis is to conclude whether or not structural steel columns compared to the cast in place columns are more advantageous for the building. To conclude this I will compare total cost, schedule durations, lead time, column sizes, and constructability.
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