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Summer 2013 Course Announcement
CAE 528 - BUILDING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS DESIGN: Study of the analysis and design of electrical systems in buildings utilizing the National Electric Code. Topics include AC, DC, single phase and three-phase circuits, transients, branch circuits, panel boards, system sizing, fault calculations and overcurrent protection design. Also studies the design and specification of emergency power backup and alternative power systems. Summer Session C – July 1, 2013 – August 10, 2013 -- AM 222
IIT Seeks Candidates for Endowed Faculty Positions in Energy, Power, and Sustainability
IIT currently has open endowed professorship positions in engineering to support research and education in the area of energy.
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CAEE Faculty Openings
The Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the materials area at all ranks.
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IIT American Concrete Institute Student Chapter Receives 2012 ACI Outstanding University Award
Illinois Institute of Technology was named an American Concrete Institute "Outstanding University" for its accomplishments during 2012. The ACI Award for University Student Activities was initiated to recognize universities that have participated in ACI-related activities.
The award was announced during ACI's 2013 spring convention at the Opening Session and Annual Awards Program in Minneapolis, MN on Sunday, April 14.
The ACI award for University Student Activities identifies universities that qualify for outstanding status on a points-based system. The points represent the level of participation in select ACI-related activities and programs, including the number of student members at the university, university students serving on ACI committees, university students and faculty attending ACI Conventions, the presence of an active ACI student chapter at the university, and local ACI chapter participation in meetings, events and other concrete-related industry endeavors. Universities that earned 6 to 11 points were recognized with the Outstanding University Award.
The two members of the IIT student chapter of ACI pictured here with the award are Erica Atsaves and Karina Cisneros. Adjunct Professor, Dr. Domingo Carreira is the faculty advisor of the student organization.
CAEE Chairman, Gongkang Fu, Has Recently Appeared in Local Media Due To His Expertise in Bridges
The replacement of the Wells Street Bridge has been hot news in Chicago since March. On April 26, Dr. Fu spoke with the Chicago Sun-Times about the challenges of replacing the Wells Street Bridge over the Chicago River. When asked about the difficulties of replacing the 91-year-old bastule bridge, Dr. Fu said, "I can't imagine how you can line up 4,000 holes. You're talking about holes in steel pieces that are not easy to bend."
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On May 8, he was interviewed by CBS 2 News Chicago to discuss the dangers related to the crumbling overpasses along Lake Shore Drive.
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CAEE Offers Eight New Co-Terminal Degree Programs
The BS + MAS co-terminal degree programs are designed for students to earn one of our Bachelor of Science degrees and a Professional Master's degree in five years of study with fewer total credit hours. For more information, you may email caee@iit.edu
Co-terminal: BS Architectural Engineering + MAS Programs
The BSARCE + MAS programs will have the students begin specialization during the 7th semester using 9 credit hours of technical electives in the BSARCE curriculum.
| Co-terminal: BS Architectural Engineering + MAS Architectural Engineering | Dr.J.Mohammadi |
| Co-terminal: BS Architectural Engineering + MAS Construction Engineering and Management | Dr. D.Arditi |
| Co-terminal: BS Architectural Engineering + MAS Structural Engineering | Dr. J.Shen |
Students may be eligible to apply for admission to one of these programs only if enrolled in the BSARCE program. Click here for more information.
Co-terminal: BS Civil Engineering + MAS Programs
The BSCE + MAS programs will have the students begin specialization during the 7th semester using 9 credit hours of technical electives in the BSCE curriculum.
| Co-terminal: BS Civil Engineering + MAS Construction Engineering and Management | Dr. D.Arditi |
| Co-terminal: BS Civil Engineering + MAS Environmental Engineering | Dr. P.Anderson |
| Co-terminal: BS Civil Engineering + MAS Geotechnical Engineering | Dr. J.Budiman |
| Co-terminal: BS Civil Engineering + MAS Structural Engineering | Dr. J.Shen |
| Co-terminal: BS Civil Engineering + MAS Transportation Engineering | Dr.Z.Li |
Students may be eligible to apply for admission to one of these programs only if enrolled in the BSCE program. Click here for more information.
Jingyu Lee (BSCE ’13, BSARCE ’13) Receives Thornton-Tomsetti Scholarship
Jingyu Lee has been chosen to receive a $10,000 Thornton Tomasetti Foundation National 2013/2014 Scholarship for his exceptional academic success, and his demonstrated interest in the integration of engineering and architecture. They received submittals from 12 universities which were reviewed by their "jury", from five Thornton Tomasetti offices nationwide.
Jingyu is a fifth year undergraduate with a double major in civil engineering and architectural engineering. The selection was carefully done by a committee of three faculty members from a pool of several excellent applicants with specialties in structural engineering, architecture, and architectural engineering. Among Jingyu's qualifications are his academic excellence, ability to work on and lead a team, as well as his extracurricular activities, including membership of SEAOI.
Since 2008, the Thornton Tomasetti Foundation has funded more than $499,340 in grants and fellowships, scholarships and internships for undergraduate students, and those planning to pursue graduate studies in building engineering, design or technology. It is their goal, through generous contributions made from our supporters, to help students such as Jingyu pursue their education with less financial burden.
Fall 2012/Spring 2013 CAE 495 - Senior Capstone Design Redesigns Alumni Memorial Hall Classroom and Atriums
The AM 222 redesign is a Capstone project that transforms the classroom's 40 year-old-plus learning environment to a 21-Century experience. Organized and operated by a committee of future Engineering IIT Alumni, dedicated to making Classroom AM 222 reflect the innovative advancements of Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology. Current conditions of the classroom is inadequate in promoting optimal environment for engineering students and staff to grow, experience and transition between Engineering Academia and current Engineering World. This redesign proposal is to resolve the insufficient physical condition of the classroom, which, in turn, affects the psychological/behavior learning environment of students, faculty, and staff. This project entails analysis of lighting, electrical, acoustics, HVAC, classroom design, and pilot study. View the video presentation here.
The atriums of Alumni Memorial Hall were also redesigned to make them brighter, provide better air circulation and temperature control, and make them more conducive to collaboration between students. View the video presentation here.
If you agree with these proposed changes, and would like to see them become a reality, please contact us at caee@iit.edu to find out how you can help.
