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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 Megan Kohut. 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. |
Thesis Proposal
Structural Depth:
This proposal uses the three technical reports in order to investigate a possible major structural change to the Iceplex. It was decided to redesign the parking structure and Iceplex from scratch. The Iceplex will be relocated to the first level on slab-on-grade. The parking structure will be designed to span over the ice rinks, creating the need for a large transfer level. In order to minimize construction time, the parking structure will be framed using precast concrete.
Breadth One: Architectural/Civil Site
The architectural/civil site breadth will start off by analyzing the site for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Since the parking structure and Iceplex are going to be designed from scratch, it should be determined whether a more efficient site layout is possible. If vehicular and pedestrian access is changed, so will the architecture of the building. Building entrances may need to be relocated to account for new site access locations. This will have an impact on the layout of the building. If at all possible, the vehicle capacity of the parking garage should not be decreased. Ideal locations for the lateral system should be determined based on the new building architecture.
Breadth Two: Construction Cost and Schedule
The construction management breadth will cover two topics: a cost comparison and scheduling impacts. First, the cost of demolishing the existing structure and building from scratch will be compared to the actual cost of reinforcing the existing structure for the addition of the Iceplex. Based on this cost comparison, it can be concluded whether or not the demolition and reconstruction of the Iceplex is a better solution compared to reinforcing the existing structure. The schedule of the proposed solution will also have a major impact on the conclusion of this thesis. If the existing parking structure is demolished, the Ballston Mall will be without parking. It is important to consider how this will impact the mall and surrounding area. Combining the cost analysis and scheduling impact, a conclusion can finally be made.
To download the executive summary and breadth topics, click here
To download the entire proposal, click here
To download a revised proposal as of January 16, 2008, click here