cROCKER WEST BUILDING

STATE COLLEGE, PA

ERIC FOSTER ~ STRUCTURAL emf181@psu.edu

This is a student-generated Capstone Project e-Portfolio (CPEP) produced in conjunction with the AE Senior Thesis e-Studio.

User 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 Eric Foster. 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.

Bio-Sketch

Eric Foster has been interested in the fields of architecture and construction from a very young age. Following his interests, Eric eventually earned a 2-year Associates degree specialized in Architectural Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology. After gaining nearly four years of experience, Mr. Foster decided to expand his knowledge in the field of engineering to help further his career. Eric is currently finishing studies in the field of Architectural Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University. Upon successful completion of his studies in May 2009, Eric will receive an ABET-accredited, Bachelor of Architectural Engineering (B.A.E.) degree with a main focus in structural system engineering.

Since June 2007 Mr. Foster has been working as an intern with Civilsmith Engineering, Inc.; a firm specializing in Architectural Precast Concrete & Structural Precast Concrete engineering located in State College, Pa. He looks forward to gaining E.I.T. status upon graduation and successful completion of the FE exam, and plans to continue practicing and gaining knowledge with Civilsmith while working toward licensure as a practicing, professional engineer (PE).
In his spare time, Eric is an avid golfer and enjoys spending time with family and friends.

The Capstone Project Electronic Portfolio (CPEP) is a web-based project and information center. It contains material produced for a year long Senior Thesis class. Its purose, in addition to providing central storage of individual assignments, is to foster communication and collaboration between student, faculty consultant, course instructors, and industry consultants. This website is dedicated to the research and analysis conducted via guidelines provided by the Department of Architectural Engineering. For an explanation of this capstone design course and its requirements...click here.

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