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Construction Panel Discussion At San Luis Obispo High School, Morgan P. Conway
Construction Panel Discussion At San Luis Obispo High School, Morgan P. Conway
Construction Management
Jake Ornellas and Morgan Conway conducted a panel discussion during the “tutorial” session on Monday, May 22, 2023, in the San Luis Obispo High School theater with three guest speakers, asking them questions about their respective organizations, then opening the floor for students to ask questions. Jake Ornellas and Morgan Conway also distributed flyers to students which included information about the organizations discussed and a survey to gauge student interest. This project was designed to expose high school students to opportunities they have in the construction industry as well as to create a connection between Cal Poly Construction Management and …
The Sonoma Developmental Center Redevelopment Project: A Stakeholder Salience And Conflict Analysis Case Study, Leo Dickson
The Sonoma Developmental Center Redevelopment Project: A Stakeholder Salience And Conflict Analysis Case Study, Leo Dickson
Construction Management
This analytical case study is an experimental exploration into the utilization of stakeholder salience research to analyze land redevelopment projects from a managerial perspective. The study attempted to develop and apply a simple and approachable research model to a real redevelopment project. The research design is derived from an existing mathematical model designed to quantitatively measure stakeholder salience. Stakeholder salience theory and Pawlak’s conflict theory are the fundamental concepts used to create the research design model. The objective of this research was to assess its effectiveness when applied to a rural land redevelopment setting in the United States. The Sonoma …
Using Virtual Reality And Construction Software To Transform Construction Facilities, Jacqueline Ana Badal
Using Virtual Reality And Construction Software To Transform Construction Facilities, Jacqueline Ana Badal
Construction Management
The objective of this project is to analyze construction jobsite facilities, specifically portable restroom facilities, and brainstorm how they can be redesigned to better suit the needs of women and individuals working on site. Portable toilets endure a great amount of weathering throughout the duration of the project and can become extremely unsanitary and often riddled with profanity. This can create an unclean and unwelcoming environment, especially for women working on the jobsite. The purpose of this project is to create a discussion around jobsite safety, starting with portable toilets. This is done using construction technology. Virtual reality was used …
Tehachapi Mountain Trail Association – Trail Bridge Construction, Michael Bowman
Tehachapi Mountain Trail Association – Trail Bridge Construction, Michael Bowman
Construction Management
The Tehachapi Mountain Trail Association is a nonprofit organization which operates 32 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails year-round. The 650-acre property is located in the foothills above Tehachapi, CA and offers local residents and enthusiasts from around the area an area to exercise and enjoy nature. TMTA is able to operate through yearly memberships that allow the association to hold insurance as well as continue to maintain and build new trails year-round. After completing a separate project for TMTA in Winter 2022 for CM 420 Construction Service Learning, the President, Brandon Griffiths approached me with the idea of …
Floating Dock At Santa Rita Ranch: A Design And Cost Estimate Package Prepared For The Land Conservancy Of San Luis Obispo, Sophia Ann Federico
Floating Dock At Santa Rita Ranch: A Design And Cost Estimate Package Prepared For The Land Conservancy Of San Luis Obispo, Sophia Ann Federico
Construction Management
The purpose of this project is to provide the Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo with three design options for a floating fishing/boat dock system that they want to build on a small lake located on a plot of land that they own and preserve called Santa Rita Ranch. The design package that I created includes drawings, weight and buoyancy calculations, a cost estimate, and product specs. My approach was to utilize my estimating skills that I have acquired from my construction management classes and from my work at a general contractor’s office in the preconstruction department. The design and …
Ranking And Analyzing Soft Skills Of Cal Poly Cm Students During Their Internships And Importance Of Possessing Them In The Cm Industry, Alex Cervantes
Ranking And Analyzing Soft Skills Of Cal Poly Cm Students During Their Internships And Importance Of Possessing Them In The Cm Industry, Alex Cervantes
Construction Management
Possession of a strong set of soft skills is essential to leading a successful career in the construction industry. Soft skills allow one to become an indispensable, well-respected, and effective member of one’s team. Should one need to facilitate processes, solve problems, positively influence others and even just complete day to day tasks, a well-versed construction industry professional can rely on soft skills to manage any situations that cross their path. This study determines the perception and value of certain soft skills of student interns along with construction industry professionals alike. Along the dimensions of the study, the soft skills …
Meadow Park Community Gardens Improvements, Ryan D. Preciado
Meadow Park Community Gardens Improvements, Ryan D. Preciado
Construction Management
The San Luis Obispo Community Gardens offer space for residents to grow food at a low-cost yearly lease. Among the five Community Gardens in the city, there are over 100 plots available to purchase. These plots can vary from in-ground garden beds, off-ground raised garden beds, and ADA accessible garden beds. The goal with this project is to provide the Community Gardens with infrastructure to allow for a better garden experience and to increase the volume at which San Luis Obispo residents can utilize the gardens. Through communication with the San Luis Obispo Community Gardens, we were able to determine …
Standardizing Hands-On Building Activities In Commercial Construction Management And Recommendations For Semester Conversion Adaptations, Lauren T. Mcclurg
Standardizing Hands-On Building Activities In Commercial Construction Management And Recommendations For Semester Conversion Adaptations, Lauren T. Mcclurg
Construction Management
CM 313 Commercial Construction Management at Cal Poly is an integrated lab course and one of the main hands-on learning experiences construction management students participate in. It is currently administered in the quarter system and as the university transitions to the semester calendar, the lab needs to be converted in order to accommodate this change. The main purpose of this project was to document existing practices and improve the process and experience for students, instructional students assistants, Simpson Strong Tie coordinator, and other professors of CM 313. This project included creating a builders guide to help the student assistants by …
Skip The Grid: Restoring Light To The Navajo Nation, Diego Isaias Gonzalez
Skip The Grid: Restoring Light To The Navajo Nation, Diego Isaias Gonzalez
Construction Management
Skip the Grid is an interdisciplinary service project through California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) where students and faculty partnered with sponsors including SOLV Energy and Goal Zero, and facilitation by Heart of America, an educational equity non-profit, to bring solar power to 27 families of school aged children in the Navajo Nation. The Navajo Nation is a historically disadvantaged community which lacks the infrastructure and financial capacity to provide electrical service to about a third of the families living on the reservation. Families in the Red Mesa and Chinle School Districts were the focus for this …
Creating A Demolition Estimate Lab Assignment, Alex Domine
Creating A Demolition Estimate Lab Assignment, Alex Domine
Construction Management
This senior project aims to create a Demolition Estimate Lab as part of Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo's Demolition Topics Course, with the goal of enhancing construction education through practical experience in estimating demolition costs. The Lab will be equipped with industry-standard tools and software to simulate diverse demolition scenarios, covering site preparation, equipment requirements, waste disposal, labor needs, and environmental considerations. The project methodology entails extensive research and the integration of interactive learning activities. This initiative is expected to yield several benefits for students. Firstly, it will lead to improved learning outcomes by providing hands-on experience in estimating demolition …
Effects Of Admixes On The Compressive Strength Of Permeable Concrete, James T. Lyon
Effects Of Admixes On The Compressive Strength Of Permeable Concrete, James T. Lyon
Construction Management
Compression tests were performed on three samples of permeable concrete to evaluate the effects of admixes on a conventional permeable concrete. The first mix served as the control, representing a standard permeable concrete sample. The second mix replicated the control but added a small amount of fiberglass, accounting for 0.5% of the cement's weight. The third mix again mirrored the control and incorporated the manufacturer's recommended amount of a water reducing admix known as "Reducer 555". The objective of testing the two new mixes against the control mix was to evaluate the potential increase in ultimate compressive strength. Four 6” …
French Drain Project At Woods Humane Society, Thomas Douglas Collins
French Drain Project At Woods Humane Society, Thomas Douglas Collins
Construction Management
The Woods Humane Society is a prominent animal care facility that aims to rehabilitate, rescue, and assist in the adoption of dogs and cats in the greater San Luis Obispo area. The property contains multiple dog playpen areas which consist of a concrete slab surrounded by a chain link fence, designed for the animals to have an open space to run around throughout the day. Employees are required to hose down the slab hourly to maintain a clean environment for the animals. When employees hose down the playpen areas, a considerable amount of water runs off the slab and into …
Skip The Grid: Empowering The Navajo Nation Through Solar Energy, Estevan Marcel Hurtado
Skip The Grid: Empowering The Navajo Nation Through Solar Energy, Estevan Marcel Hurtado
Construction Management
Skip the Grid is an interdisciplinary service project through California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) where students and faculty partnered with sponsors including SOLV Energy and Goal Zero, and facilitation by Heart of America, an educational equity non-profit, to bring solar power to 27 families of school aged children in the Navajo Nation. The Navajo Nation is a historically disadvantaged community which lacks the infrastructure and financial capacity to provide electrical service to about a third of the families living on the reservation. Families in the Red Mesa and Chinle School Districts were the focus for this …
French Drain Construction For Woods Humane Society, Cade M. Rees
French Drain Construction For Woods Humane Society, Cade M. Rees
Construction Management
The Woods Humane Society is a prominent animal care facility that aims to rehabilitate, rescue, and assist in the adoption of dogs and cats in the greater San Luis Obispo area. The property contains multiple dog playpen areas which consist of a concrete slab surrounded by a chain link fence, designed for the animals to have an open space to run around throughout the day. Employees are required to hose down the slab hourly to maintain a clean environment for the animals. When employees hose down the playpen areas, a considerable amount of water runs off the slab and into …
City Farm Slo Fencing Upgrade, Jorge Ignacio Hernandez
City Farm Slo Fencing Upgrade, Jorge Ignacio Hernandez
Construction Management
This paper outlines the process of a fence upgrade that was built for a non-profit organization in San Luis Obispo, CA called City Farm SLO. The City Farm SLO is a non-profit organization that educates locals how to grow healthy and sustainable foods. This new fencing project spans a total of 422 feet with three new farm gates. The process that was approached for this project was to have it planned in three different phases. The first phase was the pre-construction phase, which consisted of meetings with the owner, creating a design, making a materials list, estimating the total cost …
Construction Panel Discussion At San Luis Obispo High School, Jake T. Ornellas
Construction Panel Discussion At San Luis Obispo High School, Jake T. Ornellas
Construction Management
The senior project idea for conducting a panel discussion presentation at San Luis Obispo (SLO) High School during a tutorial period was completed by Jake Ornellas and Morgan Conway. This paper provides details on the entire process of reserving a tutorial session at SLO High School, contacting and coordinating with trade representatives and university faculty, and executing the group panel discussion. The purpose of the project was to share and inform local high school students with the information regarding what careers in the different construction industry branches look like and what opportunities are there. The goal of this project was …
Integration Of Autonomous Equipment In The Heavy Civil Industry, Jack Ryan Gutierrez
Integration Of Autonomous Equipment In The Heavy Civil Industry, Jack Ryan Gutierrez
Construction Management
The heavy civil industry plays a pivotal role in shaping the infrastructure landscape, with construction equipment serving as the backbone of any project. In an industry that is constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency, productivity, and safety, autonomous construction equipment has emerged as an innovative solution to help improve these factors on a heavy civil project. The purpose of this paper is to present an in-depth look at the current state of new technology involving autonomous construction equipment, and how prevalent it is in today's heavy civil industry. Qualitative interviews that were completed with a project manager, superintendent, and …
Redesigning The Structure And Sanitary Aspects Of The Portable Toilet, Anna Knutson
Redesigning The Structure And Sanitary Aspects Of The Portable Toilet, Anna Knutson
Construction Management
The purpose of this project was to address the lack of appropriate facilities for women in the construction industry, specifically regarding portable toilets and how they can pose health and safety risks. To do so, a hackathon event was organized with the goal of brainstorming solutions to improve the current design and functionality of portable toilets. This paper provides an overview of what a hackathon is and why it was chosen for this project, and the planning involved. The event took place in the Simpson Strong-Tie Materials Demonstration Lab on California Polytechnic State University’s campus on June 8th and 9th, …
Utilization Of Agtek In Construction Management Classes, Ryan C. Dougher
Utilization Of Agtek In Construction Management Classes, Ryan C. Dougher
Construction Management
AGTEK Sitework 4D is a building information modeling program designed to conduct takeoff and estimating procedures for earthwork purposes. This program provides an opportunity for the construction management department to implement a building information modeling (BIM) program related to heavy civil construction. Nearly seventy percent of construction management students agree that the BIM programs that they have learned during their time at Cal Poly have been directed toward residential and commercial construction. AGTEK can provide students an opportunity to learn site planning, earthwork estimating, as well as cut and fill diagrams all through a new BIM experience geared toward heavy …
The Viability Of Electrification For Industrial Off-Road Vehicles In Construction, Caden Patrick Stoker
The Viability Of Electrification For Industrial Off-Road Vehicles In Construction, Caden Patrick Stoker
Construction Management
Federal and State legislation has been passed limiting the prospective propulsion options for heavy industrial off-road vehicles that general contractors can operate on the jobsite. The interest behind this research project is the viability of introducing fully electric off-road construction vehicles into the heavy civil construction industry and if the timeline for implementation is realistic or optimistic. As new rules and regulations pertaining to the future emissions requirements of civilian and commercial vehicles effect the country, the construction industry is spending billions in order to develop (and are currently developing) fully electric off-road industrial vehicles (dozers, front loaders, scrappers, dump …
Exploring Student Population And Factors Deciding Enrollment In Cal Poly Slo Cm Program, Nicholas Diaz
Exploring Student Population And Factors Deciding Enrollment In Cal Poly Slo Cm Program, Nicholas Diaz
Construction Management
This study addresses the research problem of understanding how students discover the Construction Management (CM) major at Cal Poly SLO and assessing the satisfaction level of current CM students. A qualitative survey was conducted among 31 anonymous CM students using a digital survey platform. The survey aimed to gather data on students' experiences, perceptions, and overall satisfaction with the program. The analysis of the survey data revealed that students primarily discover the CM major through personal connections, academic advisors, and online resources. However, there is room for improvement regarding program visibility and accessibility. Effective marketing strategies are essential to attract …
Mobile Classroom: City Farm, Slo, Robert Dasch
Mobile Classroom: City Farm, Slo, Robert Dasch
Construction Management
The Mobile Classroom project is one element of the larger “Garden for All” project at City Farm SLO. The “Garden for All” project has created a garden that is accessible to mobility limited people, such as those in wheelchairs. The Mobile Classroom is 3 picnic tables with 6 movable benches. The tables are not be connected to the benches which allow a person in a wheelchair to roll up to the table. The picnic tables are 6’ long, 40” wide, and 29” tall. The benches are 6’ long, 14.5” wide, and 18” tall. The supporting elements of the tables and …
Profitability Analysis Of The Commons, Chloe E. Meyer
Profitability Analysis Of The Commons, Chloe E. Meyer
Construction Management
Given the current saturated housing market, prices of single-family dwellings have exponentially increased. Due to this housing crisis, alternative housing approaches need to be considered. One potential solution to increasing the supply of affordable housing units is a tiny house village community. Tiny house communities can carry with them a stigma of rundown looks and an RV park aesthetic, but they don't need to. Tiny house communities, at their best, can be thriving communities that are anchored in communal living, shared resources, and affordability.The Commons is a proposed tiny house village development that would be located on 1.6 acres. The …
The Role Of Nonprofit Housing Developers In Addressing The Affordable Housing Crisis: A Case Study Of Linc Housing, Joshua Broadhead
The Role Of Nonprofit Housing Developers In Addressing The Affordable Housing Crisis: A Case Study Of Linc Housing, Joshua Broadhead
Construction Management
Nonprofit housing developers are playing a critical role in addressing the affordable housing crisis in society. However, they face significant challenges in the current housing landscape. To explore this topic, this project takes a case study approach, using Linc Housing as the primary case study to examine the impact of nonprofit housing developers on the affordable housing crisis and the challenges they face. The project involves a literature review to identify the impact nonprofits can have, key issues, and challenges faced by nonprofit housing developers in the current housing landscape. Additionally, data is collected on Linc Housing's affordable housing development …
Safety First Means Safety Fits- An Awareness Campaign For Inclusive Ppe Designed For Women, Reagan Kellen Tonda
Safety First Means Safety Fits- An Awareness Campaign For Inclusive Ppe Designed For Women, Reagan Kellen Tonda
Construction Management
The construction industry has long overlooked the unique needs of women in terms of personal protective equipment (PPE), leading to discomfort and safety risks. This paper presents the "Safety First Means Safety Fits" social media awareness campaign, which aims to increase awareness about the importance of size-inclusive PPE for women and the progress being made in the industry. The campaign utilized social media, specifically Instagram, as a platform for dialogue and information distribution. The campaign involved the creation of an Instagram account (@safetyfits_CP) and the development of six posts addressing various aspects of women's PPE. The posts were promoted through …
Voice Exhibit Design And Construction Of Temporary Structures, Gage Davenport
Voice Exhibit Design And Construction Of Temporary Structures, Gage Davenport
Construction Management
The Voice Exhibit showcases the testimonials of BIPOC and queer environmental engineers, activists, and industry professionals and shares the connection between sustainability and identity. The goal of the builder was to utilize a condensed Design Build methodology and project management tools learned throughout his time at Cal Poly in order to deliver a design with a temporary structure for the showcase. Design of the exhibit floor, post + curtain barrier, testimonial displays, and bay door mosaic was done after a meeting by the show runner, architect, and builder was conducted. The barrier and exhibit floor design were created after a …
The Torii Project: Installation Manual, Jorge Armando Lara-Gonzalez
The Torii Project: Installation Manual, Jorge Armando Lara-Gonzalez
Construction Management
Serving as a symbolic gateway that establishes the entrance to a sacred space, is known as a Torii. The Torii is a traditional Japanese gate that holds great significance in Japanese culture. Our team is inspired to create a respectable and culturally appropriate Japanese torii in hopes of honoring the Japanese, Japanese-American community within the campus and the central coast. This Torii is meant to serve as a token of diversity, equity and inclusion in the Cal Poly community. The scope of manual for the Torii project explores what it takes for the installation process of the Torii after manufacturing …
Slo City Gaga Pit, Scott Geier
Slo City Gaga Pit, Scott Geier
Construction Management
This project included designing, constructing, and assembling a GaGa court, also known as a GaGa pit, for a local community church in San Luis Obispo. GaGa is a game similar to dodgeball where all the players are inside an octagonal court and try to hit each other with a rubber ball below the knees. The walls help keep the ball within the court and can be used to bounce the ball off of. Dimensional lumber was used to construct the walls as it is both durable and strong. The walls were also extensively sanded to prevent any sharp corners or …
Developments In Construction Workers’ Compensation Insurance With The Use Of Biometrics, Kobe Tooch
Developments In Construction Workers’ Compensation Insurance With The Use Of Biometrics, Kobe Tooch
Construction Management
Construction insurance, especially that of workers’ compensation, is vital for the protection of general contractors, but it comes at a high cost and limits their control over contract terms. Biometric devices, such as heart rate monitors and motion capture, have the potential to revolutionize the industry by reducing construction insurance premiums. Heart rate monitors can provide real-time data on workers' physical activity and health, while motion capture analyzes movements to identify unsafe movement patterns performed by workers. By monitoring workers' biometrics, construction companies can ensure their safety, prevent hazards, and implement targeted training programs. This personalized data can lead to …
Development Of Underground Utility Construction Course Curricula For The Granite Heavy Civil Minor, Jared T. Schlenker
Development Of Underground Utility Construction Course Curricula For The Granite Heavy Civil Minor, Jared T. Schlenker
Construction Management
This paper discusses the introduction of a new course into the Granite Heavy Civil Minor (GHCM) curriculum. This course revolves around underground utility construction and is designed to provide students with knowledge that neither the Construction Management nor Civil Engineering Departments provide. The additional curricula are comprised of underground construction safety, materials, and construction methods that will provide GHCM students with a competitive advantage when applying for jobs in heavy civil construction, further incentivizing the minor program. This senior project utilizes PowerPoint presentations that can either comprise an entire course or be added to existing courses as supplemental information