Activity 3.1.2 Land Use and Development Regulations

1.    Identify the Building Code that applies in Noblesville by reviewing Section 154.04 Adoption of Rules by Reference in the Noblesville Code of Ordinances.  
Fire and Building Safety Standards, Indiana Building Code, Indiana Building Code Standards, Indiana Handicapped Accessibility Code.

2.    Visit the Indiana Association of Building Officials website at http://www.iabo.com/ and follow the link to Current Codes. On which model code is the current Indiana Building Code based?
International Buidling Code

3.    Using the International Building Code, find the Use and Occupancy classification of the proposed new Keystone Building.
Assembly, A-4.

4.    Using the International Building Code, describe each of the four types of construction. Based on the existing structure, under which of these types of construction could the Keystone Building fall? See section 503.1.
I
II
III
IV
V
Types I and II construction are those types of construction in which the building elements are of noncombustible materials, except as permitted in Section 603 and elsewhere in this code. Type III construction is that type of construction in which the exterior walls are of noncombustible materials and the interior building elements are of any material permitted by this code, Fire-retardant-treated wood framing. Type IV construction (Heavy Timber, HT) is that type of construction in which the exterior walls are of noncombustible materials and the interior building elements are of solid or laminated wood without concealed spaces.  Type V construction is that type of construction in which the structural elements, exterior walls and interior walls are of any materials permitted by this code.

5.    Compare the allowable Building Heights and Areas (IBC 2009 Table 503) for the Keystone Library using different construction types. What is the least restrictive construction type that can be used for the Keystone Library? Is a fire-protective layer required over the structural elements? Note: The letter A indicates that the structural members are protected by a fire-rated coating or cover (sheetrock, spray on, or another approved method). The letter B indicates that the structural members are not protected by an additional fire-rated coating or cover.
Type I is the least restrictive, but isnt the most practical for a library so either Type II or IV which allow the same amount for area and floors. Yes a fire-protective layer is required over the structural elements.  I

6.    What materials do you propose to use for the new interior walls and floor for the Keystone Building? Justify your answer.
Walls made of laminated fire retardant wood over aluminum framing.

7.    Use the IBC to determine the Occupant Load (IBC 2009 Section 1004) for the Keystone Building assuming a second floor is added. For now, conservatively assume that the second floor is entirely stacks and that the first floor is entirely reading rooms. In addition, because there is currently no plan to include an outside stairway to the roof, assume that the occupants of the green roof must exit through the 2^nd floor. The building inspector has determined, based on the planned use of the green roof as additional reading area, that the occupant load for the green roof may be based on the requirements for reading rooms.
First floor approximately 178 people.
Second floor approximately 46 people.
Green roof approximately 178 people.

8.    The occupant load is used to determine the minimum egress width for the building. Use the IBC to determine the required total egress width (IBC 2009 Section 1005) for the Keystone Building including the second floor.
For stairways 113.5 inches.
For other means of egress 89 inches.

9.    What is the minimum number of exits required for the Occupant Load (IBC 2009 Section 1021)?
2 exits

10. Read IBC 2009 Section 1021.2. Is it permissible to have only a single exit from the ground floor? From the second floor? Justify your answers.

No it must have at least 2 exits per story.

The answers to the following questions should be researched in the Noblesville Code of Ordinances and the Noblesville Zoning Map.

11. In which zoning designation does the Keystone building property lie? (Refer to the Keystone Library Site Location Map to help locate the site on the zoning map.)
Planned business

12. Describe the purpose of this zoning designation. Document your answer with a section number from the code.
For larger scale buildings used for commercial purposes.

14. What is the maximum building height according to the Noblesville ordinance?

On buildings up to three stories in height, building-mounted signage shall not exceed two feet in height. On buildings over three stories in height, building-mounted signage shall not exceed three feet in height, with the exception in the Internal Subdistrict where they shall not exceed two feet in height

15. Read Section 159.120 of the Noblesville Code of Ordinances. Record any information that is important to the redevelopment of the Keystone building.
 (1)     No building, structure, or land shall be used or occupied and no building or structure or part thereof shall be erected, constructed, reconstructed, moved, or structurally altered except in conformity with all of the regulations herein specified for the district in which it is located.
          (2)     No structure shall be erected or altered to provide for greater height or bulk; to accommodate or house a greater number of families; to occupy a greater percentage of lot area; to have narrower or smaller rear yards, front yards, side yards, or other open spaces than herein required, or in any other manner contrary to the provisions of this chapter.
          (3)     No yard or lot existing at the time of passage of this chapter shall be reduced in dimension or area below the minimum requirements set forth herein.  Yards or lots created after the effective date of this chapter shall meet at least the minimum requirements set forth herein.  No part of a yard or other open space or off-street parking or loading space required in connection with any building for the purpose of complying with this chapter shall be included as part of a yard, open space, or off-street parking or loading space similarly required for any other building.

16. Is the Use proposed in Keystone Building Project permitted on this property?  Document your answer.
Yes it is permitted.

17. When developing a property, when is landscaping and screening required?
When a new building is built or added onto.

Habitat For Humanity (Rendering&Floor Plans)

2.3.4 Adding up to Green

1.    What types of professionals should be included on a project team and throughout the project in order to obtain a LEED ID credit?
Landscape, construction, design and engineering professionals.

2.    What specific solar orientation practices can earn LEED credit?

Ways to earn LEED credits through solar orientation practices are solar water heaters, the glazing area on the north and south facing wall of the buildings is at least 50% greater than the sum of the glazing area on the east and west facing walls, the east-west axis of the building is within 15 degrees of due east-west, the roof has a minimum of 450 square feet of south-facing area that is oriented appropriately for solar applications, and at least 90% of the glazing on the south-facing wall is completely shaded (using shading, overhangs, etc.) at noon on June 21 and unshaded at noon on December 21.

3.    What types of sites should be avoided in order to obtain LEED credit?

The types of sites that should be avoided are environmental sensitive areas, land withing 100 feet of water, land whose elevation is at or below the 100-year floodplain as defined by FEMA, and land that is specifically identified as habitat for and species on federal or state threatened or endangered list.

4.    What basic landscape design practices should be followed in order to obtain LEED credits?

In order to obtain LEED credits in landscape any turf must be drought-tolerant, do not use turf in densely shaded areas, do not use turd in areas with a slope of 25%, use mulch or soil amendments, and all compacted soil must be tilled to at least 6 inches.

5.    What are some ways that architects can obtain LEED credits concerning water efficiency?

They can obtan LEED credits by rainwater harvesting system, graywater reuse system, and municipal recycled water system.

6.    What building components or systems can be enhanced to contribute to LEED credits that promote energy efficiency?

By using components that are EnergyStar rated appliances (water heaters, furnaces, walls, insulation, doors, ect.). 

7.    How can the choices of (or use of) materials affect the LEED rating of a home?

The framing must be limited to an estimated waste factor to 10% or less, and environmentally preferable products.

8.    What is required to earn LEED credits with respect to moisture and indoor pollutants in kitchens and bathrooms?

Relative humidity at or below 60% through addition dehumidification systems or a central HVAC system equipped with additional contols to operate dehumidification mode.

9.    From a public relations perspective, why might a company want to have a high LEED score?
They gain bragging rights and tax breaks.  This can encourage others to do patronage with them.

2.3.2

<!--[if !supportLists]-->1.    <!--[endif]-->Rainfall falls on most parcels of property throughout the world. Describe one method that could be used to collect this natural resource.

Website:__http://www.rainwaterharvesting.co.uk/___________________________________________

You could set a barrel at the bottom of the gutters and spouts.  This would catch the rain fall that would come off of the roof.

2.  Describe an innovative construction method or technique that benefits the environment.

Website: http://sustainablecitiescollective.com/planetforward/30395/its-alive-purdues-inhome-and-future-biological-interior

A recent innovation created by Purdue is the BioWall.  It cleans the air in the house while using natural resources.

3.   During the construction cycle of the building, materials and components are delivered to the site. List a strategy that you will use to recycle the waste produced during the construction phase. 

Website: http://www.mass.gov/dep/recycle/reduce/cdrguide.pdf

The basics of source separation are easy: each recyclable material should be segregated as it is generated, and placed in the appropriate container. You only have on site the containers needed at a particular time for the specific wastes being generated. You collect, haul, and market these materials.

4.  Energy use is high in commercial buildings. What might a designer do to reduce energy consumption in a building?

Website: http://www.greenbiz.com/research/tool/2010/09/01/10-ways-reduce-energy-use-and-costs-your-building
Match HVAC unit to what is needed, EnergyStar equipment, and insulate thoroughly.

5.   Building sites offer natural resources that can be utilized for the life of the building. Describe a method to use a site’s natural resources in the construction of the structure.        

Website: http://www.nrdc.org/cities/building/rwoodus.asp

If the area is surronded by a wooded area, you could use the wood for panels, flooring, and trusses.  Use the extra wood to make trim.

Conclusion

1.Describe an original green and sustainable idea that you have. Choose one that is not currently in use as far as you know.

I really do not have a green idea.  But one possibility, is to run the heating off of ethanol or biodiesel.  This would use natural resources without depleating the natural gas supply.

2.Describe an improvement that you believe could be made to the building where you live. Describe why it is an improvement.
We have discussed the possibility of adding a wind mill, because I live on a hill in an open area. 

West Point Bridge

WEST POINT BRIDGE: 

How do we design the best bridge? Let's go on an Information Hunt, looking for clues.

Find the words and definitions in West Point Bridge Design HELP and fill in the blanks below.

1.      Click on HELP. Then select Help Topics.

2.      You can type the word you’re looking for, or scroll down.  Once you see the word, double click on the word you want to look up.

A.     Materials:

1.      Look up materials.  List the 3 different types of materials

2.      Scroll down to Notes and Tips. Read the section.

         List strength and expense for each type of material.

3.     

	Type of material	Strength (weak to strong)	Cost (least to most)
1.	Carbon Steel	Average
2.	High-Strength Low-alloy Steel	Strong
3.	Quenched and Tempered Low-Alloy Steel	Strongest

B.     Cross-Sections

Go back to Index. Look up cross-section.  Choose Cross-Section from menu.  List the 2 different types of cross sections.

Go back to Index. Look up cross-section.  Choose the line that names the 2 cross section types. from the menu.

Look for the boxes that describe when it is most economical to use each type of cross section.

Type of cross section	Better to use for: (tension or compression)	Shown as what color (blue or red)
Solid	Tension	Blue
Hallow	Compression	Red

C.     Engineering Design Process: What are the steps?

1. Go back to Index. Look up engineering design process.  Choose The Engineering Design Process from the menu.
2. List the 7 steps.

1.      _Identify the Problem_______

2.      ___Define the problem_____________________

3.      __Develop alternative solutions__________

4.      ___Analyze and compare alternative solutions__________

5.      ___Select the best alternative __________

6.      __Implement the solution_____

7.      __Evaluate the results____

How do we optimize our bridge design?

Let's go on an Information Hunt, looking for clues.

A.                  Find the How to Design a Bridge page from the help index.  What is the objective?

To satisfy all of the specifications

B.                  Go to each step of the Design Process flowchart.  Read about the step, especially the Notes & Tips section.  Enter one important fact from each step

This is Your Career 1.2.1 (Interview)

Brandon M. Fulk, P.E.

fulk@purdue.edu

1.    What is your age?  36

2.    Where do you live? Lafayette, IN


3.    What do you like to do outside of work? I like to coach youth athletics, hunt, play softball and camp.

4.    What is your job title? Director of Internships for the Division of Construction Engineering and Management
 
5.    When and why did you choose your career path?  I selected my career path during my freshman year at Purdue.  I determined that Construction Engineering and Mgmt was what I wanted to study.  I have had 3 different types of jobs since graduating Purdue all related to my degree including my current job.
 
6.    What is the name of your company or employer? Purdue University


7.    Describe your primary duties and skills. My primary duties as the CEM Director of Internships include: student advisement relative to academics and professional careers, teach classes, prospective student recruitment, prospective company relationship development and student placement on internships.
 
8.    Describe your physical work environment. It is pretty interesting and diverse: I have an office on campus that is modest which I work out of part of the time, typical classroom and construction jobsites where our students are working which may mean that I travel a lot in a car or on a plane.

9.    What is your favorite part of your job? Helping young people succeed in the classroom and mentoring them as they prepare for a career in the industry providing advice and guidance.
 



11. Which accredited school did you first attend, and what was your degree? Purdue University and my degree is a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering

12. Describe in detail three of the courses that you took which are closely related to your current career. Honestly, none of my courses prepared me for the job I have today but they all did.  I know that sounds funny but consider that none of them prepared me for how to teach but the fact that I have experienced what our students are currently going through allows me to be an effective mentor to our students.

13. Describe the two courses that you considered most challenging. Thermodynamics and Electric/Optics.  All of these subject matters involve situations and problems that are not visible or nor can you put your hands on it.  That is a challenge for me not to see these processes in a tangible format.

14. What resources did your school have available to help you get through the most difficult courses? I assume you are referring to Purdue.  Great question.  I did a poor job of seeking out assistance.  In my current position, I understand there are help groups and help sessions that assist students who are struggling with a subject.  In addition, professors and teaching assistants are easily approachable and willing to help.

15. Regarding the two most challenging courses, how did you persevere?  I worked hard and repeated work over to ingrain the concepts.  In addition, I sought help from classmates willing to work with me and explain the subject matters.


16. From what school(s) did you receive graduate degrees? I currently plan on enrolling in Purdue’s graduate program to obtain my Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Construction.

17. What was the title or titles of the degree(s)? Not applicable yet.


18.  What licenses do you have and what were the exams required to receive those licenses? I have a PE (Professional Engineering) License.  I am able to certify the accuracy of a design and manage individuals associated with the design.  I was able to take this test after working in the industry for 4 yrs and then taking an 8 hr exam.  I studied solid for 3 months leading up to this test averaging 16 hrs and still working full-time.
 
19. How would your clients and co-workers describe you?  I think they would consider me an honest and hardworking individual.

20. What do you hope to accomplish at the conclusion of your career?  I hope to have provided every young person that I come in contact with a positive environment to grow personally and professional so they become a valuable member of their local community and the engineering community.

21.  Why should a high school student consider a career in your field?  What important contribution(s) can they make?  I believe a person should consider the construction industry as it relates to CEM because of the technical nature and the hands on experience that a person can obtain.  It is personally gratifying and enriching because you solve and provide resolutions to problems/situations that better the quality of life for a community.

1.2.1 This is Your Career

1. What is your age?
27


2. Where do you live?
I live outside of Mead, Nebraska.



3. What do you like to do outside of work?
I like to raise and race my barrel horses across the state.  As well as hunt and camp.



4. What is your job title?
Project Engineer


5. When and why did you choose your career path?
I choose this career path in high school, because I choose this career because it interested me.
 6. What is the name of your company or employer?
EctoHR
 7. Describe your primary duties and skills. [Cite your source(s)]
Draw engineering conclusions for data analysis within area of technical proficiency.Work on small projects or portions of larger projects, with work being reviewed by senior or appropriately experienced engineer. Research and ensure assignments meet regulatory and industry codes, laws and requirements, as well as client requirements.  Prepare statements of work for subcontractors.Organize project teams.
(http://www.engineerjobs.com/job.php?jobid=82021&utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed)


8. Describe your physical work environment.
There is not much physical work.


9. What is your favorite part of your job?

My favorite part of the job is being able to come home and know I finished a good days worth of work.
 10. What is your salary? [Cite your source(s)]
$60,000 (http://jobs.recruitics.com/job/Project-Manager-Lincoln-Nebraska-25021/)


11. Which accredited school did you first attend, and what was your degree? [Cite your source(s)]
Purdue University, Degree in Civil Engineering
 12. Describe in detail three of the courses that you took which are closely related to your current career. [Cite your source(s)]
CE 398 (Introduction to Civil Engineering System Design),
CE 498 (Civil Engineering Design Project), and CE 331 (Engineering Materials II) these classes really build on the ideas that are important in civil engineering.
https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Undergraduate/PlanStudy/

13. Describe the two courses that you considered most challenging. [Cite your source(s) and include a course listing from the appropriate degree program]
CE 270 (Introductory Structural Mechanics) and CE 399 (Oral and Written Communications).  I found structural mechanics difficult because I had to memorize all the different materials and oral communications was difficult because I get nervous when doing class presentations.
https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Undergraduate/PlanStudy/

14. What resources did your school have available to help you get through the most difficult courses? [Cite your source(s)]
Purdue had many resources available from simply being able to join clubs dealing with these topics to being able to work individually with other instructors.https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Undergraduate/PlanStudy/




15. Regarding the two most challenging courses, how did you persevere?
I just kept up on my studies and put more time into those classes than I did the other classses.

16. From what school(s) did you receive graduate degrees? [Cite your source(s)]
Purdue University

17. What was the title or titles of the degree(s)? [Cite your source(s)]
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Undergraduate/PlanStudy/

18. What licenses do you have and what were the exams required to receive those licenses? [Cite your source(s)]
I had to recieve my Professional Engineers license. 
http://www.engineerjobs.com/job.php?jobid=82021&utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

19. How would your clients and co-workers describe you?
My clients and co-workers would describe me as outgoing.

20. What do you hope to accomplish at the conclusion of your career?
I hope to have made a difference and look back at one thing I did as the highlight of my career no matter how long it took.

21. Why should a high school student consider a career in your field? What important contribution(s) can they make?
A high school student should consider a career in this field because of the difference they can make to others.  It is always satisfactory when you can make a client happy.

Conclusion
1. You described a career related to civil engineering and/or architecture. Is this the career field that you are currently most interested in at this stage in your life?
No I am not really interested in a career in or related to civil engineering.
  2. Rank and describe the three most important characteristics that you value in choosing a post-secondary school.

Recognition- how well this school is recognized by employers
Degrees offered- it is important to make sure the school you intend to go                to offers what you want
Cost- is there a school that offers similar education, but cheaper
 3. Rank the following in the order of importance to you regarding a career: job satisfaction; salary; making a difference; level of responsibility; titles; benefits; hours; co-workers; supervisors. How will a career in civil engineering or architecture satisfy the factor that you ranked highest?
Job Satisfaction
Salary
Benefits
Level of responisbilty
Making a Difference
Supervisors
Co-Workers
Hours
It would not really satisfy job satisfation.  I am not really that interested in a career in this field.

Farmhouse Style Architecture

Activity 1.1.1 History of Civil Engineering and Architecture

1.     Define civil engineering.

A civil engineering is an engineering field  that deals with the design and construction of public works such as roads and harbors.

2.     Define architecture.

Architecture is the art, science, and study of buildings and their structure.

3.     Describe the origination of the concept of architecture?

The need for shelter for people.

4.     In ancient times how were building materials chosen?
Building materials were chosen by what resources were abundant in the area.

5.     Give two examples of vernacular architecture.

Igloos and randavels' are examples of vernacular architecture.

6.     Name and describe the type of system used to create many early buildings.

Vernacular architecture was used, meaning they used the resources around them to build.

7.     What was the purpose of the Egyptian pyramids? Mexican pyramids?

The purpose of the Egyptian pyramids was to honor their deceased Pharaohs.  The Mexican pyramids were for religious purposes.  They brought your vision up to the sky.

8.     What kind of construction method was used to build the Parthenon? Made a simple sketch to illustrate.
Post and lintel was used to design and build the Parthenon.

9.     What problem in architecture led to this form of construction?

Need of openings in buildings and added structural integrity.

10. Explain how an arch is created.

One answer is to build a frame (historically, of wood) which exactly follows the form of the underside of the arch. This is known as a centre or centring. The voussoirs are laid on it until the arch is complete and self-supporting. For an arch higher than head height, scaffolding would in any case be required by the builders, so the scaffolding can be combined with the arch support.

11.  How is the vault used in civil engineering?

It is used by forming many arches together.  This formation makes a tunnel or vault.

12.  Give an example of an arch and dome system.

13.  Give an example of a modern material we have that was not available to the ancients. How did this restrict construction in ancient times?

Steel is a modern material that was not available to the ancients.  This restricted buildings by what forms they could be built in as well as how tall.

14.  What was the purpose of the Roman aqueducts?

The Roman aqueducts were used to transport large water supplies.

15.  Compare ancient Greek roads to ancient Roman roads.
Greek Road
Roman Road