Franklin Square Hospital Center

9000 Franklin Square Drive, Baltimore, MD 21237

Cassandra Watson | Lighting + Electrical Option | 2009-2010

Senior Thesis Reflection

AE481W/482 Course Reflection

. Overall, the AE Senior Thesis project was a rewarding yet challenging learning experience. The process allowed me to research further into design topics to develop a greater understanding of many building systems. These skills would not be acquired through a typical class because of the time dedication necessary therefore having a separate class dedicated to one project over the year is very beneficial.

. Time was not always on my side especially with a large square footage of my building but I learned how to manage my time better through the process of creating schedules and deadlines for myself.

CPEP Reflection

. The Capstone Project e-Portfolio enables organization of assignments, documents, and other accomplishments and allows future employers to browse the interactive website. Customized websites let my creativity take over to design a user friendly interface to reflect my preferences. I feel that the CPEP websites are very useful and it has increased my organization and design skills significantly.

ABET Outcome Survey

Important Note: These outcomes reflect my personal assessment of the course, not the instructor's assessment.

ABET Outcomes for AE 481W/482	Outcome not able to be addressed	Level of ability demonstrated but below acceptable	Minimum acceptable level of ability demonstrated	More than minimum level of ability demonstrated
	(Score of 0)	(Score of 1)	(Score of 2)	(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, component, 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 (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

Senior Thesis Main Page | Penn State | Architectural Engineering | AE Computer Labs | Contact Cassandra: crw5015@psu.edu

Special thanks to Wilmot/Sanz Inc. for use of renderings.

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 Cassandra Watson. 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.