Thesis Proposal |
This thesis project will invetigate a Girder-Slab system as an alternate to the existing two way post tension flat plate system of the 'BWI Hilton Hotel'. Serviceability of proposed system will be checked against deflection and vibration. The lateral system will be changed from reinforced concrete shears walls to brace frames to keep the continuity of a steel system. Substanitally increasing the construction schedule will allow for earlier hotel occpancy.
Breadth Study |
Breadth Study 1
Engineering an alternate structural floor system from the existing requires changes in construction methods and schedules. A breadth topic that investigates more thoroughly how the erection process of the steel should be coordinated, as well as creating a sequence of erection. A detailed schedule of the erection as well as placement of cranes will be determined.
Breadth Study 2
The second breadth topic will be an investigation on how consumers feel regarding their stay at a LEED rated hotel compared to a non-LEED rated hotel. A survey questioning consumers’ choices and wants regarding there hotel stay while keeping the LEED’s emphasis in mind will be conducted. Various people of age, sex, race and social status will be pooled for the survey.