MP1 Logs

LOGS MP1

Tuesday, Nov 4
Today I began using Google Sketch Up to do my drawings for the project. It is basically an easier version of AutoCAD. I will use this for my 3D drawings and AutoCAD for my elevational drawings.

Friday, Oct 31
Wednesday I presented my project to the class. Unfortunately, I apparently presented all the wrong things. It is my fault though. I was told that I did not have to change anything about my project, which I did not know meant I actually DID have to change stuff I had previously done. After clarification and some modifications, the project is more clear. I am now doing the 3D drawings of the exterior and 1 interior rooms and exterior elevation.

Tuesday, Oct 28
Today I strengthened my Snood skills by playing it all class period. I got to level five and got a high score of $5130. I ended with only one unhappy snood, which is quite the accomplishment. I also furthered my knowledge in music. I listened to a playlist my friends made for me, and I must say, my friends have an amazing taste in music.

Friday, Oct 24
Today our teachers graded and went over our models with us. Although we didn't get a grade I think we did fairly well. The only complaint we got was that we had too much empty space on the plot at that it might not fit on a 24x24 square for our TSA model. We can easily fix this by using less of the plot and scaling things better. Our next step is to prepare for our next presentation.

Tuesday, Oct 21
Our model is now finished. It shows building placement, parking lot placement, traffic flow, ambulance entrance, and walkways. At this time we have not thought about landscaping or other aesthetics, so they are not shownin our model. I am currently working on the drawings I am reponsible for. Some things that need to be worked on are the floor plan and the materials that are to be used.

Friday, Oct 17
Today in class my group members and I worked on our model. We glued walls together and put the roof on. We also sat down with the other group to discuss how we could help eachother. We talked about what we are putting into our models to see if we missed anything. Our model is close to finished. It is due next Wednesday, so we just need to put on the finishing touches.

Tuesday, Oct 14
Due to misunderstandings about what the project involved and how the work needed to be distributed, our group is now way behind on our project. I am now aware of what I am expected to do and know. I have been researching materials to use for support and construction. I need to work on my cross section drawing. Before I start working I need to look at examples of others so it is more clear what I need to do.

Friday, Oct 10
After research on zoning, we picked a plot that is in the right area. It is in the "professional office" zone. We started doing the basics for our model such as scaling down measurements and building walls. We need to layout the parking lots, entrance, and traffic flow.

Tuesday, Oct 7
On Thursday my group mates and I went to Centrastate Hospital E.R. to take a tour and do research for our project. We took measurements of rooms so that we have an idea of how big our rooms need to be. We also realized there were rooms that we didn't have that we should have. One example of a room we added was a laundry room. We also talked to them about how the process of taking in a patient works so that we could make sure that our layout would be effective. We also picked a new plot for our building. It is across the street from our old plot, but in the correct zone for professional offices. We are currently working on reworking our floorplan so that we can fit on the plot of land and all the rooms are an appropriate size. We are also working on our model.

Friday, Oct 3
Yesterday my group members and I went to get building codes from Asbury Park. Unfortunately, the area we chose is in the new waterfront development area, and because of that the building codes are very very different and we are unable to use the plot of land we picked. We pick up a map and book of codes from them so that we can choose a new spot. We also recently started our model. We made a floorplan and began to cut materials for our model. Today we have an appointment at Centrastate E.R. at 4:00 to take a tour and talk to medical staff. We hope to learn more about emergency facilities in order to help us with out project.

Tuesday, Sept 30
Yesterday I emailed my mentor to update him on my progress. I informed him of what we have done so far in terms of research such as visiting places and getting regulations. Today I worked on my model doing such things as scale and parking lots. One thing that I plan on doing is fixing the floor plan. While working on it, my group members and I realized there were problems with layout and dimensions.

Friday, Sept 26
The past few days I have been revising my testing procedures. After being advised that my testing procedures were not complete and needed more, I added a survey and steps for testing. My group picked a plot of land in Asbury Park on Heck & Ridge Ave. We need to go to town hall and get building codes.

Tuesday, Sept 23
I have been researching about different types of building materials and roof styles for my building. I used a book called Architectural Graphic Standards by Ramsey and Sleeper. After being instructed that my testing procedures were done incorrectly, I fixed that part of my blog. I have discussed the drawings with my team and we split them up. The drawings I am responsible for are a cross section through the building and 3D views of the exterior and one interior room. My team and I also made appointments to meet with my mentor and go down to Asbury Park and talk to the town officials in charge of building and building codes.

Friday, Sept 19
So far, I have met all deadlines and am up to date on my project. Yesterday I updated my blog with brainstorming, alternate solutions, and selection/rejection. I have also been learning how to use the new AutoCAD 2009 Architecture Program, and am now able to create architectural drawings easier. Yesterday I also called Laurie Gambardella at Centrastate Hospital to make an appointment to take a tour of the ER, which I plan on doing Oct 2nd.