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Alexandria, VA
Jack E. Nill III Construction Management
- Dr. Messner
Senior Thesis Presentation Spring 2005 Senior Thesis Presentation Spring 2005 The Pennsylvania State University The Pennsylvania State University
Episcopal High School Episcopal High School New Science Facility New Science Facility
Jack E. Nill III Construction Management
Episcopal High School New Science Facility Episcopal High School New Science Facility Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA
Senior Thesis Spring 2005 Penn State University
Presentation Outline Presentation Outline
Introduction Introduction Project Background Project Background Wall System Analysis and Redesign Wall System Analysis and Redesign Mechanical Analysis Mechanical Analysis Storm Water Reclamation System Analysis Storm Water Reclamation System Analysis Conclusions & Recommendations Conclusions & Recommendations Questions Questions
Jack E. Nill III Construction Management
Episcopal High School New Science Facility Episcopal High School New Science Facility Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA
Senior Thesis Spring 2005 Penn State University Introduction Introduction Project Background Wall System Analysis Mechanical Analysis SWR Systems Analysis Conclusions
Introduction Introduction
Intended Use: As a laboratory and science teaching facility for Episcopal High School
Key Issues/Features: 1. LEED Silver Rating 2. Laboratory Fume Hoods require 100% outside air 3. Unique Storm Water Management system 4. Architectural Rotunda to geographically tie to Jefferson Memorial 5. Four different types of Laboratories with in the facility Jack E. Nill III Construction Management
Episcopal High School New Science Facility Episcopal High School New Science Facility Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA
Senior Thesis Spring 2005 Penn State University Introduction Project Project Background Background Wall System Analysis Mechanical Analysis SWR Systems Analysis Conclusions
Project Background Project Background
Project Cost: $9.1 Million Project Size: 43,000 SF, 2 Stories Architecture: Red Brick Façade with Aluminum Paneling Architectural Rotunda with Aluminum framed glazing Greenhouse on south end Project Start : August 2004 Project Finish: May 2005
Jack E. Nill III Construction Management
Episcopal High School New Science Facility Episcopal High School New Science Facility Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA
Senior Thesis Spring 2005 Penn State University Introduction Project Project Background Background Wall System Analysis Mechanical Analysis SWR Systems Analysis Conclusions
Project Background Project Background
Project Team
Owner/Occupant: Episcopal High School Design Architect: Graham Gund Architects Structural Engineer: LeMessurier Consultants MEP Engineer: R.G. Vanderweil Project Management General Contractor: Forrester Construction CM: Advanced Project Management
Jack E. Nill III Construction Management
Episcopal High School New Science Facility Episcopal High School New Science Facility Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA
Senior Thesis Spring 2005 Penn State University Introduction Project Project Background Background Wall System Analysis Mechanical Analysis SWR Systems Analysis Conclusions
Project Background Project Background
Relevant Systems Background
Building Envelope:
- Red Brick Veneer
- Metal Stud Back-up
- ½” Sheathing
- Typical Building Paper with continuous vapor barrier
- Batt insulation
- Gypsum Wall Board
Mechanical System:
- Air cooled Rotary Chiller (194 Tons),
- Split-System Air-Conditioning Unit System w/ VAV and CV boxes
- Three Air Handling Units totaling 37450 cfm capacity