Architectural Engineering Senior Thesis Kevin Hsia | Lighting/Eletrical Option
New York University Concourse Project
  

 
 
 

 

 


Reflection

AE 481W/482 Course Reflection
The senior thesis project provided a great opportunity to apply all of the knowledge learned in the 5 year program. By using a real project, it made the experience more valuable. The key outcomes gained in this experience were time management, analysis accuracy, and communication to get design concepts across. One beneficial aspect the course can improve on is to shorten the analysis on the existing systems and spend more time on developing the design and report.

CPEP & Discussion Board Reflection
The CPEP was a great idea to present the work completed. However, the CPEP site was not utilized enough. Students were still required to print out hard copies of the work completed. Also, there was too much time placed into the updates of the website. The time could have been spent elsewhere in taking the time to develop designs and the report.

ABET OUTCOMES
FOR AE 481W / 482

Outcome not able to be assesed


(Score of 0)

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
 
 
 
X

B. An ability to analyze and interpret data
 
 
 
X

C. An ability to design a system, compenent, or process to meet desired needs
 
 
 
X

E. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
 
 
 
X

F. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
 
 
 
X

G. An ability to communicate effectively
 
 
 
X

H. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
 
 
 
X

I. An ability to engage in life-long learning
 
 
 
X

J. A knowledge of contemporary issues
 
 
 
X

K. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
 
 
 
X

O. Engineering design capabilities in at least two (2) of the three (3) basic curriculum areas of architectural engineering, and that design has been integrated across the breadth of the program
 
 
 
X

P. Communication and interaction with other design professionals in the execution of building projects
 
 
 
X


 
 
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 Kevin Hsia. 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.
 
Senior Thesis
Penn State