Thesis Proposal

Thesis Proposal - Structural Redesign

This report proposes research topics for coursework to follow in Spring 2007. The structural redesign of the building will focus on minimizing the materials used in construction of the building. Two options will be considered to accomplish this goal. The first is a structure designed of pre-cast concrete members including proprietary double-tees and their associated pre-cast support members. The second structure will be designed of wooden members, primarily of engineered wood products.

Breadth Topic - Cost, Schedule and Coordination Analysis

This portion of the report proposes a breadth topic concerning the changes in cost, scheduling, and coordination of trades created by the use of these new structural systems. This directly relates to the overall idea of minimzing the number of materials used in the structure, thus creating a simpler schedule and an ease in coordination.

Bredth Topic - Architectural Impact

This portion of the report proposes a breadth topic concerning the impact of structural design changes on the architectural appearance of the building. Additional care will be taken to preserve the intended Pennsylvania Dutch Barn style of both the interior and the exterior of the structure.

Executive Summary (.pdf) - 332 KB
Revised Full Report, as submitted January 2007 (.pdf) - 352 KB
Full Report, as submitted December 2006 (.pdf) - 326 KB

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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 Lauren Wilke. 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.