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ABETOutcome Survey

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 Reflection

Senior Thesis has been a great opportunity to apply the knowledge gained over the past five years to a real project. The project gave each student a real world understanding of current projects. Instead of understanding one piece at a time of a system, an understanding of the entire building is gained. The outcomes that were most beneficial to a future career are time management and communication.

IPD/BIM Thesis

The IPD/BIM Thesis was extremely beneficial to be a part of. The project allowed the group to work as if it were an actual design project. With input from each of the design options, each member of the group understood what was required from them to benefit the team. This taught each person how their information can benefit each other, as well as the benefits of model sharing. The ability to learn communication skills between each of the design options was also a great learning experience.

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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 Craig Casey. 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.

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