On April 16, three years of hard work came to a head for graduating students in NC’s Construction Engineering Technology program.
Tech Report Night gave 16 students – grouped in teams of four – the chance to present their designs of residential dwellings.
“Students were expected to design a residential dwelling that incorporates new trends and technologies, achieves sustainable building objectives, and more,” said Professor Len Ferry.
Ferry noted that each team had to ensure their designs were compliant with the Ontario Building Code.
Over the course of eight months, student teams consulted with clients to assess their needs and identify materials and processes that align with their goals.
As the students look to start their careers this spring, the real-world project was a chance to apply their knowledge of architectural drafting and design, construction estimating, materials, and structural principles.
Their work culminated in a presentation to their instructors and industry guests.
“We were looking for a confident group presentation with informative and well-presented graphics, excellent oral presentation and a model that effectively shows their design,” explained instructor Dino Morabito.
The winning team – with the highest grades over the term – received an award worth $2,000 generously sponsored by StuCor Construction.
The course was designed to meet the requirements of the Ontario Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT).
“Our students have satisfied that requirement during their time in the Construction Engineering Technology program and are another step closer to achieving full certification as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) after graduation,” said Morabito.
