Reflection
ABET Outcome Survey
ABET Outcomes for AE 481W/482 |
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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 |
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b. An ability to analyze and interpret data |
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c. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs |
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e. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems |
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f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility |
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g. An ability to communicate effectively |
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h. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context |
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i. An ability to engage in life-long learning |
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j. A knowledge of contemporary issues |
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k. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice |
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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 |
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p. Communication and interaction with other design professionals in the execution of building projects |
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AE 481W/482 Course Reflection
The Senior Thesis experience was unlike any other I previously had throughout my scholastic career. It gave me the opportunity to grow personally as aspiring engineer refining my technical knowledge and applying it to an independent design. In the Fall semester, AE 481W offered a level of guidance with a series of technical assignments each focusing on specific structural systems or areas of analysis. Through these reports I became more familiar with the existing building and was introduced to post-tensioned concrete flat plate and integrated lateral system design.
The Spring semester, AE 482, was an independent venture into structural design. It was structured differently from the Fall and required students to maintain an individual schedule to complete the work. The experience taught me the value of time managment between balancing work and utilzing the free time I had for myself. I also had a chance to learn some computer analysis programs such as ADOSS and ETABs. I feel the Senior Thesis was a great educational experience and better prepared me for a professional career.
CPEP & Discussion Board Reflection
The CPEP website was an excellent way to organize all the work done on my thesis project throughout both semesters. I found the templete extremely helpful when initially designing and maintianing the CPEP website, however adding personal touches to the site was a great learning experience in web design. The discussion board is an innovative way for students to reach out to profesionals. Every question submitted was often answered more than once within the same day. These are great tools for the students and will only improve the quality of the Senior Thesis experience for years to come.