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Graduate Student Resumes
2015 ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING CAREER FAIR
M.A.E. M.ENG.
M.S. PH.D.
Table of Contents
Architectural Engineering Graduate Students
Shadi Abdel Haleem
Shideh Shams Amiri
Sahil Arora
Benjamin Barben
Fadi Castronovo
Kunwei Chen
Zhiyuan Chen
Xi Cheng
Avik Roy Chowdhury
Tony Esposito
Shahrzad Fadaei
Hui Hou
Congwen Kan
Jennifer Lather
Jean Laurent
Yifan Liu
Amirhossein Mostafavi
Mohammad Mottahedi
Jeffrey Mundinger
Issa Ramaji
Shiyu Rao
Reza Sadeghi
Wenyu Shan
Heather Sustersic
Sai Krishna Venkataraman
Qiang Yu
Shaojie Yuan
Xiochen Zeng
Xiaoxiao Zhou
Curriculum VitaeShadi Abdel HaleemPh.D. CandidateArchitectural Engineering, Mechanical option
Address 106 Bernreuter Hall University Park, PA 16802 E-mail [email protected] Tel +1 (814) 826-3145
Career objective : Project management (Design and Build) for delivering beautiful & energy efficient architecture
Education ∙ Ph.D. Candidate 2017, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical option, Pennsylvania State University ∙ Master of Environmental Building Design (MEBD), PennDesign, University of Pennsylvania ∙ Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering, Jordan University of Science and Technology
Qualifications ∙ Passed Ph.D. candidacy exam focusing on mechanical systems; HVAC, Building Control System, Central
Cooling, Central Heating, Combined Heat and Power (CHP), and Solar systems. ∙ Conducting energy modeling, lighting simulation, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for buildings. ∙ Software skills in Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Maya, 3ds max, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign, Grass-
hopper3D for Rhino, MatLab, Ecotect, DesignBuilder, eQUEST, ANSYS Fluent CFD, IESVE MicroFlo CFD. ∙ Exposure to architectural parametric design techniques in PennDesign. ∙ Three and a half years of experience in construction management in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Areas of Expertise : Designing and Presenting Architectural and Interior Solutions, Mechanical systems, Ener-gy Efficient Buildings, Production of Building Working Drawings, and Construction Site Supervision.
Professional experience - 5 years 9 month ∙ Arch Designer, HAK Arch and Eng Consultants. July 2013 - July 2014, Jeddah, KSA. ∙ Site Architect, HAK Arch and Eng Consultants. January 2010 - June 2012, Jeddah, KSA. ∙ Arch Designer, DAR AL OMRAN Arch and Eng Consultants. 2009, Al Riyadh, KSA. ∙ Arch Designer, DIWAN for Arch and Design. 2008, Al Riyadh, KSA. ∙ Arch Designer, Sahel Al Hiyari & Partners Arch & Urban designers. 2006-2007, Amman, Jordan
Projects ∙ Illuminance-Based Shading Form Optimization. Integrating CAD modeling and Lighting simulation in an au-
tomated evaluation of evolving architectural iterations. Performance and Design (Arch 632), MEBD Course. ∙ Construction of a Balinese Beach Resort with a cost of $13.3 mm. Responsible of day-to-day supervision over
contractors, suppliers, and consultants; revising shop drawings, coordinating consultants packages, devel-oping architectural details, architectural redesign of client change orders, quantification of building materials, client meetings, and Contractual preparation. Site architect at HAK.
Selected Graduate Courses Building Energy Simulation and parametric architectural design ∙ Post-Professional Design Studio – parametric architectural design (MEBD, Arch 703) ∙ Building Performance Simulation (MEBD, Arch 753) ∙ Daylighting (MEBD, Arch 632) ∙ Performance and Design (MEBD, Arch 632) ∙ Advanced Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (PhD, AE 454)Mechanical Systems ∙ Building Automation and Control Systems (PhD, AE 555) ∙ Centralized Cooling Production and Distribution Systems (PhD, AE 557) ∙ Centralized Heating Production and Distribution Systems (PhD, AE 558) ∙ Solar Energy Building System Design (PhD, AE 456) ∙ Combined Heat and Power System Design for Buildings (PhD, AE 551)Construction Management ∙ Production Management in Construction (PhD, AE 570 - In progress) ∙ Legal Aspects of Engineering and Contruction (PhD, AE 598D - In progress)
Shideh Shams Amiri
612 Holly CT, State College, PA 16801 [email protected], 415-519-9941
E D U C A T I O N
PhD, Architectural Engineering, Spring 2015-Present Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Master of Science, Civil Engineering, August 2014 Texas A&M University, Kingsville, TX Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering, May 2013 Azad University, Qazvin, Iran
S K I L L S
AutoCAD, Revit, 3D Max,
Photoshop, EQuest, DOE22,
Energy Plus, Design builder,
Machine learning, Dporfiler,
Fortran95, Python, R, Word, MS
Office, MS Excel, MS Projects,
Power Point,.
R E L A T E D E X P E R I E N C E
Research Assistant, Penn State University, University Park, PA Fall 2015 – Present
Simulation modeling of GridStar net-zero
energy building.
Smart grid and demand response
optimization.
Research Assistant, Texas A&M University, Kingsville, TX Fall 2013 – August 2014
Development and validation of regression
model for energy consumption of office
buildings in different U.S Climates.
Intern, Department of construction and
renewal of school infrastructure, Tehran, Iran
September 2011-December 2013
Developed preliminary designs for schools
and educational spaces. .
Applied artistic expertise and technical
skills.
Create freehand sketches and color
architectural presentations
P U B L I C A T I O N S
S. Asadi, S.S. Amiri, M. Mottahedi. "On the Development of Multi- Linear Regression Analysis to Assess Energy Consumption in the Early Stages of Building Design." Energy and Buildings (2014). <http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2014.07.096>. Shams Amiri Sh, Asadi S, Mottahedi M." Development and Validation of Regression Models to Predict Annual Energy Consumption of Office Buildings in Different Climate Regions in U.S." (In preparation).
C O N F E R E N C E S
Amiri, S.S., Asadi, S., (2015), Development of Multi-Linear Regression Model to Predict Energy Consumption in the Early Stages of Building Design, The Architectural Engineering Institute, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Mohammadpour, A., Mottahedi, M., Amiri, S.S., Asadi, S., (2015), Multi-linear Regression Models to Predict the Annual Energy Consumption of an Office Building with Different Shapes, Sustainable Design, Engineering and Construction, Illinois, Chicago.
Amiri, S.S., Mottahedi, M., Riley, D., Asadi, S., (2015), Development of Multiple Regression Model to Assess Building Energy Consumption in Extreme Climate, Engineering Sustainability, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Amiri, S.S., Mottahedi, M., Asadi, S., Riley, D., (2015), Development and Validation of Regression Models to Predict Annual Energy Consumption of Office Building in Different Climate Regions in the United State, Engineering Educatfor sustainable Development, Vancouver, canada.
H O N O R S A N D A F F I L I A T I O N S
American Society of Civil Engineers
(ASCE) 2013-Present
Engineers Without Borders
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating
and Air-Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE)
SAHIL ARORA +1-814-880-5455 | [email protected] | G-01, 445 Waupelani Drive, State College-16801, PA
OBJECTIVE
To seek an internship position in an Architectural Engineering firm and work towards gaining some experience in the designing of electrical and lighting systems.
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Architectural Engineering 2015 -2017 (Specializing in Lighting / Electrical Systems) University Park, PA The Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering 2009-2013 Jamia Millia Islamia (GPA: 9.41 / 10) Delhi, India
WORK EXPERIENCE
Larsen & Toubro Construction: Buildings and Factories (Senior Engineer- Electrical, MEP) 2013-2015 Supervised the execution of electrical and lighting services of a residential site Delhi, India
Project Area: 1,750,000 sqft. Project Cost: 45 million USD Cost of Electrical Works: 2.25 million USD
Total Electrical Load: 7610 KW Transformer Rating: 8950 KVA (4 x 2250KVA)
Emergency Load: 4225 KW DG Rating: 4620 KVA (4 x 1010 KVA + 1 x 600 KVA)
Assisted in the preparation of shop drawings using AUTOCAD software
Supervised a team of 5 people
ABB Limited Summer 2012 Learnt about the manufacturing and testing of 3-phase induction motors Haryana, India
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited Summer 2011 Learnt about the design of electrical and lighting systems of various underground stations: Delhi, India
Lighting: Emergency Lighting (Worked on Battery pack system, 8 Ni-Cd cells of 1.2V each), Normal Lighting
(Station Entrances and Road Level- Metal Halide; Ticket Hall- Fluorescent), Essential Lighting (Fluorescent)
Electrical: Incoming 3-∅, 50Hz, 415V supply received at MDB from 33KV/415V transformers
Lifts: 1000Kgs; Motor specifications- 3-∅, 415V, 5.75KW; Speed- 1m/s; Inspection drive speed- 0.3m/s
Escalators: 1000mm; Motor specifications- 3-∅, 415V, 15KW; Step band speed- 0.5m/s; Incline- 30 degrees
Learnt about the Tunnel Ventilation System (TVS) of an underground station
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Linear temperature to frequency conversion techniques using standard thermistors
Energy Harvesting using Piezoelectric Crystals
Hybrid Human Powered Electric Vehicle
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
CSSS Scholarship: 2009-2012
Joint Secretary: IEEE-student chapter, Jamia Millia Islamia (2011)
Logistics Coordinator: TEDx, Jamia Millia Islamia (2011)
Best Handling and Utility award: EFFICYCLE, SAE INDIA Event, UIET, Chandigarh, India
First position: Robo-War, USICT, GGSIPU, Delhi, India
Man of the Match award: Intra Faculty Soccer Tournament, Jamia Millia Islamia
Best Defender award: Intra Faculty Soccer Tournament, Jamia Millia Islamia
SKILLS
Microsoft Office C / C++ Simulink AUTOCAD
BENJAMIN R. BARBEN, EIT [email protected]
1132 Warm Springs Avenue, Apt. 2 Huntingdon, PA 16652
(570)-765-8046
OBJECTIVE:
Obtain a full-time position to advance my professional structural design and analysis skills on innovative projects.
EDUCATION: The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Doctorate of Philosophy Architectural Engineering Expected completion, December 2015
Fall 2011 to Present
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Integrated Bachelor & Master of Architectural Engineering – Structural Option,
ABET Accredited, GPA 3.69/4.0 (cumulative) Architectural Studies Minor
May 2010
Relevant Courses: Architectural Acoustics BIM/IPD Senior Project Computer Modeling of Structures
Concrete Design I & II Experimental Modal Analysis Steel Connections
Infrastructural Health Monitoring Structural Dynamic Loads Steel Design I & II
WORK EXPERIENCE: Architectural Engineering Department, The Pennsylvania State University, PA
Assisted in the experimental testing and data collection of a library floor susceptible to vibrations. Data was collected at various locations within the library. Testing included heel drops, controlled walking paths and actual use by occupants.
Performed experimental testing and data collection of a second floor laboratory space. The researcher was concerned about vibrations. Data was collected at potential instrument locations, within the laboratory space, at multiple times throughout the day for the estimated duration of the instruments’ use.
Summer 2015
Gannett Fleming, Inc., Camp Hill, PA Designed steel structures for schools, hospitals and transit facilities Assisted in the design of concrete structures for treatment plants Assisted in determining preliminary blast loads for a hospital Design of design of shear, moment, and braced frame steel connections for
various buildings and transit facilities Created 3D models for BIM applications Performed reviews of structural calculations, specifications, and shop drawings
Structural Designer May 2010 to August 2011
Gannett Fleming, Inc., Camp Hill, PA Assisted in the design of steel, concrete and wood structures Performed reviews of structural calculations, specifications, and shop drawings
Structural Intern Summer 2009
RELEVANT COMPUTER SKILLS: AutoCAD, ETABS, RAM Programs, Revit, RISA, SAP2000, STAAD
PROFESSIONAL OUTREACH, SERVICES AND PUBLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Engineering in Training License Number : ET013846 Investigation of a Slab on Grade Supporting Sensitive Equipment - Proceedings of IMAC-XXXII Invited judge for Upward Bound Math & Science STEM Academy Research Symposium (Aug., 2014) Member of AISC Member of Phi Alpha Epsilon (Architectural Engineering Honor Society) Treasurer of the Architectural Engineering Graduate Student Association
References and Formal Transcripts available upon request
FADI CASTRONOVO, EIT 916 W College Avenue, State College, PA, 16801 +1 646 206 0904, or [email protected]
www.fadicastronovo.com
OBJECTIVE To secure a position in the field of construction engineering and project management where I can apply my knowledge in Integrated Lean Project Delivery, BIM implementation and execution, virtual facility prototyping, architectural visualization, sustainable design, and innovative technology.
SKILLS Software: Revit, Navisworks, Unity3D, SketchUp, AutoCAD, IESVE, Ecotect, Vasari, Synchro, Primavera 6, Blue Beam, NVivo, SPSS, Adobe CS6, Microsoft Office. Programming Skills: beginner Python, Java, C, intermediate C#Operating Systems: OSX, Windows, Linux, Unix
Immersive Construction Laboratory (ICon Lab) ManagerThe Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Researcher in Immersive Virtual Realty• Performed architectural and construction design reviews in immersive display systems• Hosted outreach events for the Architectural Engineering Department
Project Manager InternWalt Disney Imagineering, Orlando, FL
Curriculum Developer for Integrated Project Delivery Education• Developed a knowledge and motivational assessment methodology to advance the
integration of Lean Construction principles in project teams• Supported project teams in implementing Lean Construction principles
Architectural DesignerSOMA Architects, New York, NY
Revit and sustainable designer• Erbil Mixed-Use Complex
• Developed Revit design model• Performed solar and wind analysis
Architectural DesignerAndreotti Architects, Grottaferrata, Rome, Italy
Architectural designer and sustainable consultant• Torelli Commercial Space
• Developed architectural conceptual design• Bethlehem Public Library
• Developed Revit design modelInternAndreotti Architects, Grottaferrata, Rome, Italy
CAD drawing, Revit modeling and renderingEnergy modeling and consultant• Master Thesis: Application of Integrated Design in Architectural Environments
• Developed Revit design model• Conducted energy and architectural design
May 2015 - August 2015
PROFESSIONALEXPERIENCE
May 2012 - June 2012
Feb. 2011 - Sept. 2011
Sept. 2011 - April 2012
Sept. 2013 - Present
Doctor of Philosophy, Architectural EngineeringThe Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Construction Option, Minor in Educational Psychology Thesis Topic: Assessment of Cognitive and Metacognitive Processes in a Construction Simulation Game
Master of Science, Architectural EngineeringTechnical University of Denmark, Lyngby, Denmark Study Line: Energy Design Master Thesis: Application of Integrated Design in Architectural Environments
Bachelor of Engineering, Civil EngineeringThe Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, New York, NY
EDUCATION May 2016 (Expected)
September 2011
May 2009
SOCIETIES Chi Epsilon Honor Society MemberS:PACE Student MemberASCE Student MemberASEE Student MemberAE GSA Student MemberPenn State Yoga Club Student MemberPenn State AE USGBC Student Member
Graduate Research AssistantThe Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Virtual Construction Simulator 4 Designer• Designed the game mechanics and user interface of the VCS• Supported developers in programming• Designed instructional and assessment material• Evaluated the instructional gains through qualitative and quantitative methods
Virtual Facility Prototype Developer• Developed an interactive virtual model in Unity 3D for a GSA office building retrofit• Supported design team in the design review process with owners and users• Evaluated the value of the virtual prototype in design process
Consortium for Building Energy Innovation• Evaluated immersive display systems for arch. and construction design reviews• Mapped process-based information exchanges for energy efficient retrofit projects
May 2013 - PresentRESEARCHEXPERIENCE
August 2012 - May 2013
May 2013 - August 2013
Distinguished Teaching Fellow, InstructorThe Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
AE475 - Building Construction Engineering 1 • Presented on foundation, steel, concrete, and envelope building systems• Coordinated industry guest lectures and construction site visits• Presented on generation of estimates, schedules, and site utilization plans
Construction Option LiaisonThe Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
ARCH 442 - The Collaborative Studio• Presented on the role of BIM Planning• Assisted faculty in grading students’ BIM Execution Plans• Guest judge in student’s milestone presentations• Supported construction students in their integration process
Co-InstructorThe Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
AE597F - Virtual Facility Prototyping • Presented on the use of interactive video game engines• Presented on the generation of virtual prototypes for the AEC industry• Presented on generation of BIM, 3D and 4D modelling, and clash detection
Invited Guest LecturerThe Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
AE372 - Introduction to the Building Industry • Presented on the role of 4D modeling and simulation• Taught the design of 4D models
Invited Guest LecturerThe Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
ARCH441, AE472 - Introduction to BIM Execution Planning • Presented on the role of BIM Execution Planning• Assisted faculty in grading students’ BIM Execution Plans• Guest judge in student’s milestone presentations
Fall 2013, Fall 2014
TEACHINGEXPERIENCE
Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Spring 2015
Spring 2014, Fall 2014
Spring 2014, Fall 2014
Fall 2015
Kunwei Chen E-mail: [email protected] Cell Phone: 814-321-6671
Mail Address: 801 W Aaron Dr. Apt C16, State College, PA 16803
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a full-time position in the field of construction engineering and management after graduation in summer 2016 CURRENT STATUS
Graduate Research Assistant in Computer Integrated Construction (CIC) Research Program Working on Energy Retrofit and Model Review projects in Consortium for Building Energy Innovation (CBEI) Working Interest: Utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Advanced Visualization to enhance construction production and building performance EDUCATION
Penn State University, University Park, PA| 2014 - 2016| GPA: 3.56 Master of Science in Architectural Engineering | Option: Construction Engineering and Management Tongji University, Shanghai, China| 2010 - 2014 Bachelor of Engineering Management Exchange Student to The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China | Fall Semester, 2012 SKILLS
AEC Drawing & Modeling: Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, 3ds Max, Navisworks, Google SketchUp, Synchro PRO, Primavera P6 Programming Skills: Java SE, MATLAB, C++, Computer Graphics (OpenGL) Multi-media Editing: Unity 5, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Microsoft Office Languages: English, Chinese, Japanese Art & Interests: Calligraphy, Swimming, Football, Tennis LEADERSHIP
Vice Director of Graduate Department, Penn State CSSA (Chinese Students and Scholars Association) Director of the Training and Development Office, Human Resource Department, Tongji University Student Union
In charge of the overall work of the Training and Development Office
Elaborately prepared the training seminar and activity for the members of students' union
Established high-efficient trans-department communication platform
Vice Director of the Sports Department, School’s Student Union, Tongji University HONORS & AWARDS
Outstanding Graduate Award of Tongji University Jun. 2014 First Prize in 13th Challenge Cup, National Undergraduate Curricular Academic Science and Technology Works Competition
in China Oct. 2013 Two Third Class Scholarships of Tongji University 2011-2012 Second Prize of Special Project and Third Prize of the All-rounded Award in the National College Thsware Cup BIM
Construction Modeling Contest in China May. 2012 INTERNSHIP
CBRE Shanghai Office - Department of Office Services Jan. 2014-Feb. 2014 Collected and analyzed the current occupancy situation of the high-grade office buildings in Shanghai Integrated such data into a lease transaction analysis system and maintained the database TOSPUR Real Estate Consulting Co., LTD, Shanghai Jul. 2013-Aug. 2013 Phase I: Conducted a survey of several residential projects in Shanghai Phase II: Independently wrote a case report for the company Shanghai “Rainbow Bay” Project Site Jul. 2012-Aug. 2012 Inspected construction on site, and assisted the project manager in project management activities Performed emergency shutdown inspections for the preparation of typhoon
Chen, Zhiyuan (Peter)
Email: [email protected] Tel: 814-321-3973
Add: 122 E Cherry Lane, State College, PA 16803
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a full-time mechanical engineer position where I can apply my knowledge in building mechanical
system design.
EDUCATION
08/25/2014 - Present (Expected 2016) Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Master of Science in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Option
07/02/2012 - 08/12/2012 University of California—Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
Summer School, GPA: 3.44
09/2010 - 06/2014 Donghua University, Shanghai, China
Bachelor of Engineering Major: Building Environment and Equipment Engineering
Major GPA: 3.39
EXPERIENCE
06/2015- 08/2015 Mechanical BIM Intern, Arup, San Francisco Bay Area
Performed calculation, design and drawing work for a variety of different projects including office
building, hotel and medical center
Applied 2D and 3D knowledge on AutoCAD and Revit to generate Mechanical and Plumbing
construction documents
Applied multi-disciplinary coordination to project delivery
Focused on layouts of HVAC system
Learned calculation and design skills from other disciplines
07/2013 - 12/2013 Engineering Intern, Shanghai SHANGAN M&E Design Office CO.,LTD, Shanghai
Conducted comprehensive design of the pipeline and architecture modeling
Proofread drawings
Simulated construction process
Observed the layout of pipeline on construction site of the Disneyland Project in Shanghai
12/2013-06/2014 Design Intern, AECOM, Shanghai
Drafted chillers plant drawings on AutoCAD platform
Conducted hydraulic and load calculation
COURSE PROJECT DESIGNS
06/2012 - 07/2012 Office Building(7F) Design of HVAC
Mastered the related technologies of indoor artificial environment (heating, ventilating and
air-conditioning )
Refined the ductwork layout of this building
12/2012 - 01/2013 Office Building(3F) Design of Heating
Empirically determined the coefficient of local resistance and completed the hydraulic calculation of the
hot water heating system of this building to determine the diameter of all pipes
ACTIVITIES
09/2010 - 06/2011 Tutor
Tutored mathematics and chemistry, enhanced student’s score by 25%
07/2012 - 08/2012 Volunteer work at University of California—Berkeley
Maintained the paths through the mountains in Berkeley
Cleaned the waterway along Berkeley Marina
SKILLS
Design: Revit MEP, Revit Architecture, Navisworks, AutoCAD
Programming: C/C++
Language: English, Mandarin
Xi Cheng 1400 Martin Street, State College, PA 16803
Mobile No.: 814-880-9286 E-mail: [email protected] www.linkedin.com/pub/cheng-xi/a1/735/237/zh-cn
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a full-time position as a Mechanical engineer in the Architectural Engineering Industry
SKILLS
Applications: AutoCAD, BIM, Revit, Energy Plus, eQuest, Matlab, EES, TRNSYS, Microsoft Office
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA M.S. Architectural Engineering—Mechanical Option 09/2014-05/ 2016
Shenyang Jianzhu University (SJZU), Shenyang, Liaoning, China
B.Eng., Building Environment and Facility Engineering, Major GPA: 3.63/4.0 09/2009-07/ 2013
PROJECTS
Design and performance evaluation of a solar thermal system
System design, equipment selection, performance simulation, economic analysis
Develop a CHP Feasibility Assessment Process
Assess the feasibility of CHP electricity, steam and cooling production
Exploration on effects of HVAC control system components characteristics on system performance
Modulating PI controller and programming Fuzzy Logic algorithm into existent model
Design, modeling and optimization of a VAV air handling system
To optimize the total energy consumption, exhaustive search in EES coding was selected
Design an active solar heating system: A technical economic and energy evaluation
designed and modeled a solar heating system using TRNSYS and performed financial analysis
Independent Residential Space Architecture Design
Accomplished the Architecture design of a SOHO house in an old industrial area
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Consortium for Building Energy Innovation (CBEI) | Philadelphia, PA 06/2015-07/ 2015
Intern National Deployment of Building Re-tuning Training
Developed Building Re-tuning Process Flows for large commercial buildings with BASs
Identified Re-tuning opportunities and worked out implementation plans
Taiyuan Urban Planning and Design Research Institute Co., Ltd.| Taiyuan, China 07/2013-05/ 2014
HVAC Intern Residential Duplex Heating Renovation Design
Designed the radiant floor heating system, mechanical ventilation and smoke discharge system
Qixiangong HVAC systems Design
Accomplished Variable Air Volume (VAV) System design
Zhushi Architecture Design Co., Ltd.| Taiyuan, China 03/2013-07/ 2013
HVAC Intern Dalian Москва Villa Hotel HVAC system Design
Design and implemented the Constant Air Volume (CAV) system
HONORS
The First Prize Scholarship 03/2010-07/ 2010
The First Prize Scholarship 09/2010-01/ 2011
“HUAWEI” Scholarship, Shenyang Jianzhu University Top 30 students 09/2009-07/ 2011
LEADERSHIP
Architectural Engineering Graduate Student Association, Vice-President 08/2015-Present
Avik Roy Chowdhury 821 Southgate Drive, C14 Southgate Apartment, State College, PA 16801 | 8147530189 | [email protected]
Objective: Seeking an internship for summer’16 in an AE/Lighting firm where I can gain hands on experience in working with lighting design softwares and be involved in the planning, designing, and execution of a project
Education:
West Bengal University of Technology India
Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering 2007-2011
GPA: 8.99/10
TOEFL score: 111 (Reading – 26, Listening – 29, Speaking – 27, Writing – 29) 2014
Experience:
Associate at Cognizant Technology Solutions Teaneck, New Jersey
Clients: Marks and Spencer (UK retailer) and British Airways 2011-2015 Responsibilities included-
• Proposing business strategies and plans for projects to clients. • Providing solution to all of their E-Commerce application problems. • Developing the Marks and Spencer Christmas Food Ordering website
and the British Airways Report and Track a Fault application. • Providing 24X7 production and functional support to the above
applications and devising code fixes for any defects identified. Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Government owned) Kolkata, India
• Assisted in the process of designing power distribution Summer 2011 and transmission system and contingency analysis
• Performed the daily checks and power scheduling across the grid • Monitored the bi-lateral and inter-regional power exchanges.
Public Works Department (owned by the Government of India) Kolkata, India
• Worked onsite observing the lighting installations and connections Summer,2010 • Observed the operation and maintenance of AC plant/substations
Honors and Organizations:
• Cognizant Employee of the year,2013- Promoted and my base was shifted to the client location in London • Have won accolades in Drawing and Sketching competitions. • Have directed and acted in various short films for the television • Have cofounded and served an Indian non-government charitable organization, Touch a Life Foundation
Skills:
C, C++,C#,JAVA, Microsoft ASP .NET, HTML, MS SQL Server 2008, Oracle 9i, AUTOCAD, MATLAB, Microsoft Office
TONY ESPOSITO, [email protected], 267.496.0147
205 E. Beaver Avenue, Apt. 44, State College, PA 16801
PROFILE A passionate, hard-working individual seeking a Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering researching the psychological impacts of lighting on humans with the goal of improving energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and human health.
EDUCATION Penn State University Fall 2013– Current
Ph.D. candidate, Architectural Engineering Minor: Statistics Cumulative GPA: 3.65/4.0
Penn State University Fall 2007 – Fall 2012 Bachelor/Master of Architectural Engineering Lighting/Electrical Option Cumulative GPA: 3.54/4.0
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Penn State University [State College, PA] Fall 2013 – Current
Dissertation—“Mapping Color Equivalency in a Proposed Two-Metric System of Color Rendition”
Penn State University [State College, PA] Fall 2013 – Current Research Assistant—“Prototype: Architectural Light Therapy System”
Penn State University [State College, PA] Fall 2010 – Fall 2012 Research Assistant—“The effects of spectral modification on color discrimination and perceived brightness.”
TEACHING EXPERIENCE Penn State Sede Di Roma Study Abroad Program Summer 2014 Teaching Assistant – Daylighting Analysis of Roman Architecture
Info: http://www.engr.psu.edu/ae/study_abroad/rome_italy.asp?p=2.17.1.0
NSF GK-12 CarbonEARTH Fall 2013 – Spring 2015 Graduate Fellow
info: http://carbonearth.org/ bio: http://carbonearth.org/node/160
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE The International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), Lighting Consultant Jan 2015 The Lighting Practice [Philadelphia, PA], Lighting Designer Jan 2013 – Aug 2013 Oculus Light Studio [Santa Monica, CA], Lighting Consultant Feb 2013 – June 2013 Lighting Design Alliance [Los Angeles, CA], Lighting Design Intern May 2012 – Aug 2012 SmithGroupJJR [Washington D.C.], Lighting/Electrical Engineering Intern May 2011 – Aug 2011 Pusey Electric [Media, PA], Electrical Contracting Intern May 2010 – Aug 2010 The Lighting Practice [Philadelphia, PA], Lighting Design Intern Spring 2010
AWARDS Robert J. Besal Scholarship 2015 – Award recipient for LA design competition Robert J. Besal Scholarship 2014 – Award recipient for SF design competition AE Scholarship 2013 – First Place Lighting/Electrical Senior Thesis AE Scholarship 2012 – Outstanding performance in Lighting/Electrical in the 4th year IALD Enlighten Americas 2012 – LightPlay, First place team: Custom fixture design Robert J. Besal Scholarship 2011 – Award recipient for LA design competition Robert J. Besal Scholarship 2010 – Award recipient for NYC design competition The Lighting Practice scholarship 2009
LEADERSHIP ROLES PSU AE Graduate Student Association, AE GSA, President 2014 – 2015 Illuminating Engineering Society, IES, President 2011 – 2012 Illuminating Engineering Society, IES, Lighting Liaison 2010 – 2011 Student Society of Architectural Engineers, S.S.A.E, Mentor 2009 – 2010
HUI (Erica) Hou 211 Engineering Unit B, University Park, PA 16802
Mobile: (717) 994-8972, Email: [email protected] www.linkedin.com/in/hui0812erica
OBJECTIVE To obtain a Full Time Position in Architectural Engineering, to be filled starting at 2016
SKILLS AutoCAD, IES, eQuest, Star-CCM+, MATLAB-Simulink, ProE, Autodesk Inventor, C Language, EES, MS Office
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
Currently authorized to work in the U.S. but will require sponsorship for employment visa status after OPT expired
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA Aug. 2014 - Dec. 2015
M.Eng., Architectural Engineering -- Mechanical Option
GPA 3.58/4.00, FE Exam -- Other Disciplines Passed, LEED GA Exam in Schedule
Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, Liaoning Province, P.R.China 2007 - 2011
B.E., Mechanical Engineering -- Minor: Thermal Energy and Power Engineering
* DUT ranks top 20 among all universities and top 10 among Engineering Colleges in China
PROFESSIONAL
Consortium for Building Energy Innovation (CBEI) June 2015 - July 2015
Title: Summer Intern
Work Focus: Energy Analysis of the retrofit Building 661 in Navy Yard at Philadelphia
o Energy consumption analysis, mainly about the HVAC system, including the chiller and pumps o Function Measurement and Verification (M&V) process about the Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS)
Mitsubishi Electric Air Conditioning & Visual Information Systems (Shanghai) Ltd.
Guangzhou Branch Apr. 2012 - July 2014
Title: Mechanical Consulting Engineer / Technical Support Section / Air-Conditioning Division
Work Focus: Design of building HVAC system and product promotion
o HVAC system design
-- Mechanical system design and equipment size, load calculation, duct and piping design, both commercial and
residential buildings, including the biggest 4S shop of BMW in Southern China, Air-to-Air System o Product promotion
-- Presentations to architecture design institutes and at product promotion conferences in the Southern China
o Sales representative training -- Technical workshops and presentations for company reps in the Southern China
o Bid proposals
-- Estimating the technical part of bid proposals
Guangdong Midea Refrigeration Equipment Co., LTD July 2011 - Dec. 2011
Title: Product Engineer Intern / Technical Support Section / Midea International Division
Work and Study Focus: Product data compilation and maintenance
o Examination of the R&D process
-- Follow up process of the Planning & Proposal, Prototype Testing, Production Trial, and Mass Production
o Examination of the manufacturing process -- The ERP and PDM Systems
PROJECTS
o Design an active solar heating system: A technical economic and energy evaluation -- Advanced HVAC
o Energy modeling and analysis for a small grocery store -- Load/Energy Simulation
o Optimization of a VAV air handling unit for an existed reference model
from Energy Plus via exhaustive search method -- Building Automation and Control Systems
o Electrical system design for a restaurant -- Advanced Building Electrical System Design
o Model and application for flow field within double façade for tall buildings -- Computed Fluid Dynamics
o Design of a water source heat pump driven by waste heat from oilfield -- Final senior project for B.E. Degree
o Design of a two stage helical gear transmission box system -- Mechanical Systems Design Project
o Model for flow field of floor standing air-curtain open display cabinet -- Undergraduate Innovation Project
CONGWEN (KAT) KAN
1121 W Aaron Dr Apt C, State College, PA 16803丨(334) 707-9047丨 [email protected]
OBJECTIVE
I am interested in seeking an internship, particularly under the VDC division
EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy in Architectural Engineering (AE), Construction Option, Penn State University
Master of Building Construction, School of College of Architecture, Design & Construction (CADC),
Auburn University May 2014 – Aug 2015
B.A. in Engineering Management, School of Business, Hohai University (one of the leading educational
programs in China on engineering management) Sept 2010 – May 2014
WORKING EXPERIENCE
Graduate Teaching Assistant
McWhorter School of Building Science, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, Aug 2014 – Jul 2015
TEACHING EXPERIENCE using Revit, Naviswork, Synchro, P6, Unity 3D in BIM related courses
Assist in four Courses: Advanced Information and Communication Technology for Construction,
Project Controls Lab, Structures for Builders & Heavy Civil Construction
Intern – Assistant Project Manager
Division of Construction Audition, Tianjin Special Machinery Ltd., Feb 2014 – May 2014
Documented and kept up with jobsite quality control
Met with subcontractors on-site and recorded complaints and delays
Teaching Assistant at Hope Elementary School (the school for the children of migrant workers in the
city) of Nanjing, 2012
Volunteer Assistant, A Nursing Home for Senior near Hohai campus, 2011
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Graduate thesis project on Applications of 3D VR Headsets for Safety Training Jul 2015
Team member of ASC Regions 6 & 7 2015 Student Competition Feb 2015
Team member of Second Annual Synchro University Challenge 2015 Dec 2014
Undergraduate thesis project on Application of Building Information Modeling in China May 2014
COMPUTER & IT SKILLS
Strong experiences with the Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and VR engine, including
Revit & Naviswork, Synchro, Tekla and Unity3D (Oculus Rift); Skilled with scheduling software
including On Center On Screen Takeoff, Oracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
Familiar with C+ and Java programming languages; Experienced with CAD software systems and
SketchUp; Skilled with the MS office system
1306 W. COLLEGE AVE. APT B A. STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801 (510) 508-3638 C. [email protected] E.
P U R P O S E
To apply my skills in research, technology, communication, construction management and engineering toward developing and advancing the AEC Industry.
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
G R A D U A T E R E S E A R C H BIM for Energy Retrofits AUGUST 2015 - A S S I S T A N T Consortium for Building Energy Innovation PRESENT
The Pennsylvania State University, DOE State College, Pennsylvania I N T E R A C T I V E V I S U A L I Z A T I O N Aditazz, Inc. JUNE 2015 -
I N T E R N Brisbane, California AUGUST 2015 G R A D U A T E T E A C H I N G AE 372 Introduction to the Building Industry JANUARY 2015 -
A S S I S T A N T The Pennsylvania State University MAY 2015 State College, Pennsylvania G R A D U A T E R E S E A R C H Collaborative Workspaces and IT AUGUST 2013 -
A S S I S T A N T Consortium for Building Energy Innovation MAY 2015 The Pennsylvania State University, DOE State College, Pennsylvania V I S U A L I Z A T I O N A N D B I M I N T E R N Arup MAY 2014 - New York, New York AUGUST 2014
T E C H N I C A L S K I L L S
Production Management Process Mapping BIM Execution Planning Rhino NURBS Modeling Autodesk Revit Autodesk AutoCAD Fabrication: Metal, Wood, Concrete Unity 3D Drafting Site Reports Building Envelope Calculations V-Ray Rendering Post-occupancy Evaluations Photography editing and printing Adobe Suite Scripting in C# & JavaScript
E D U C A T I O N
T H E P E N N S Y L V A N I A S T A T E U N I V E R S I T Y College of Engineering PHD ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEEING E X P E C T E D CO M P: JUNE 2018 University Park, Pennsylvania MS ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING E X P E C T E D CO M P: DEC 2015 Construction Management
U N I V E R S I T Y O F C A L I F O R N I A , B E R K E L E Y College of Environmental Design & BA ARCHITECTURE AUGUST 2012 College of Natural Resources BS CONSERVATION RESOURCE STUDIES Berkeley, California Regenerative Design S I M U L T A N E O U S-DE G R E E S
P U B L I C A T I O N S , P R E S E N T A T I O N S , R E P O R T S
Castronovo, F., Liu, Y., Lather, J., and Kumar, S. (2014). “Computer Integrated Construction Research Group.” AEC Hackathon v1.1, Facebook Headquarters, Menlo Park, CA.
Lather, J. (2014). “Technology Enabled Spaces for High Performance Facilities.” 2nd Annual Building Energy Informatics Summit, Dec 8-9, 2014, Consortium for Building Engery Innovation, Philadelphia, PA.
Leicht, R. M., Messner, J. I., Chen, K., Lather, J., Luttmann, E., Liu, Y., and Macht, G. A. (n.d.). Interactive Workspaces: A guide to integrating interactive workspaces into facility projects. Consortium for Building Energy Innovation, Philadelphia, PA.
Liu, Y., Lather, J., and Messner, J. (2014). “Virtual Reality to Support the Integrated Design Process: A Retrofit Case Study.” Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (2014), American Society of Civil Engineers, 801–808.
Messner, J. I., Leicht, R. M., Chunduri, S., Lather, J., and Luttmann, E. (2014a). M3.2.b Collaborative workspaces and information technology: Implementation plan for demonstration projects. Milestone 3.2.b, Consortium for Building Energy Innovation, Philadelphia, PA, 22.
Messner, J. I., Leicht, R. M., Lather, J., and Liu, Y. (2014b). Immersive and Interactive Workspaces for Collaborative Design. Subtask 3.4 BP3 Annual Report, Consortium for Building Energy Innovation, Philadelphia, PA.
R E F E R E N C E S | Furnished Upon Request
JENNIFER IRENE LATHER
JEAN LAURENT 0208D Garban - White Course Apartments – University Park – PA 16802⏐(814) 441-6636⏐Email: [email protected]
OBJECTIVE
To obtain an internship at a construction, civil engineering or consulting firm where I can contribute to the operations and gain experience in the United States of America. EDUCATION
• August 2015 - Present: Ms of Architectural Engineering specialised in Construction Management, Pennsylvania State University, USA.
• September 2013 - July 2015: First Class Bachelor with honours in Civil Engineering, University of the West of Scotland, United Kingdom.
Ø This degree deals with the following modules: Ground and Highway Engineering, Construction & Project Management, Structural Engineering, Advanced Construction Materials, and, Individual Project and Interact (developing a project with an architect student).
• June 2013: Diplôme Universitaire de Technologie (a two-year degree) in Civil Engineering at the University of Montpellier 2, France.
Ø In France, this degree is meant to prepare students to integrate Engineering Universities by dealing with most of the sector linked with the construction industry.
• June 2011: Baccalauréat (equivalent to GCSE A-Levels) in Science with honours. WORK EXPERIENCES
• July / August 2011 – 2012 – 2013 - 2015: Laurent & Fils, summer job in a construction company in Uzès, France, as an assistant works manager and labourer.
Ø Application of the knowledge acquired at University on construction projects in terms of management, meetings with other contractors and design decisions.
Ø Learning the basic skills required of a labourer and getting experience.
• April / May 2013: B.E.T.A.C, a six-week training period in a consulting company in Nîmes, France, as an assistant work supervisor.
Ø Part of the University programme, assisting different work managers and designers on various construction projects.
• February 2012: Marrel Frères, a four-week training period in a construction company in Uzès, France, as a labourer.
Ø Part of the University programme, learning about construction techniques and management processes.
TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
• Languages: - French: native speaker - English: fluent - Spanish: reading knowledge
• Computer literacy in: AutoCAD ⏐ ArchiCAD ⏐ GSA ⏐ Microsoft Office INTERESTS
• Football: I am keen on playing soccer, which teaches me team play and how to manage a team: Ø 2014 – 2015: Playing with the 1st University team as vice captain. Ø 2013 – 2014: Won the University League, and reached the Cup Final.
• Golf: I have a passion for playing golf. This sport allows me to be patient and teaches me self-control and concentration. My handicap is currently 6.
Ø May 2012: Won the Final of the Scramble Student Tournament at the National French Golf Course, representing my university.
References and portfolio available upon request.
Email: [email protected] Phone: 814-753-2960
Address: 1171 Smithfield St., State College, PA
Website: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/yifan-liu/1a/742/14b
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Sept 2010 – Current
Ph.D., M.S., CM option in Department of Architectural Engineering, GPA: 3.85/4.0
Chongqing University, Chongqing, China Sep 2006-Jul 2010
B.E., College of Construction Management and Real Estate, GPA: 3.6/4.0
BIM SKILLS
Skilled in Revit Architecture, Navisworks, SketchUp, Unity
Deep knowledge in COBie and related software, e.g. Ecodomus, COBie toolkit
Proficient in C++, C#, Java, SQL, and Git.
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Virtual Reality Engineer, IrisVR May 2015 – Aug 2015
Developed virtual reality software solution
Developed high quality virtual reality walkthrough models for Oculus Rift and GearVR
BIM Intern, Philips North America Research Center May 2014 – Aug 2014
Developed an automatic quantity take off tool for AutoCAD drawings using C#
Obtained deep insight on how BIM tools work internally as databases
BIM and Visualization Intern, Jacobs Engineering May 2013 – Aug 2013
Populated COBie datasheets using information collected from design models, submittals, field photos,
and commissioning report
Developed real time interactive models in game engines
Tested 3D printer and researched on how 3D printing can help with building process
BIM Technology Intern, Jacobs Engineering May 2012 – Aug 2012
Implemented BIM and Facility Management integration using EcoDomus
Created virtual mockups and models with Unity
Created 4D walkthrough and audited clash detection reports
Prepared Autodesk BIM 360 field tutorials for commissioning agents
Intern, China Overseas Property Co., Ltd Jul 2009 – Aug 2009
Served as field engineer assistant in a 1 million square feet high-rise residential complex project
Supervised the construction progress, assisted quality and cost control, managed submittals, and
performed quantity survey
Intern, Jiangxi Investment Property Jan 2010 – Feb 2010
Served as field engineer assistant in a 1.8 million square feet office building project, Nanchang, China
Supervised foundation excavation and shoring in urban downtown area
AWARDS AND HONORS
Outstanding Graduate and Honored Student at Chongqing University
China National Merit Scholarship
First-class Academic Excellence Scholarship (top 1%)
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
Liu, Y., Messner, J., Leicht, R., (2015) A Methodology to Evaluate the Impact of Using an Immersive
Virtual Mock-up (IVM) for Design Reviews. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on
Construction Applications of Virtual Reality.
Liu, Y., Lather, J., and Messner, J. (2014) Virtual Reality to Support the Integrated Design Process: A
Retrofit Case Study. Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (2014): pp. 801-808.
YIFAN LIU
Amirhossein Mostafavi
262 S CORL St. Apt. 1A, State College, PA 16801
Phone: 214-609-2314
E-mail: [email protected]
OBJECTIVE
To obtain an internship position where I can apply my knowledge in building mechanical system design
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Master student, Architectural Engineering Department (AE) _ Aug. 2017
The Pennsylvania State University; GPA: 3.78
Relevant Courses include: Centralized Cooling Production and Distribution Systems, Centralized
Heating Production and Distribution Systems, Air Quality in Buildings, CHP, Building Load and
Energy Simulation
Master of Science in mechanical Engineering _ Sep.2011
Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran. GPA: 15.97/20
Bachelor of Science in mechanical Engineering _ Sep. 2009
Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran; GPA: 14.58/20
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
The Pennsylvania State University_ spring 2015
• Generated grades (50 students) for the course of “Solar Energy Building System Design”
• Generated grades (25 students) for the course of “HVAC Control Systems”
btu Co., Mashhad, Iran _ 2013
• Provided data to design mechanical systems of a project
• Supervised mechanical system compliance with approved building codes in job sites
Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran_ Spring 2011
• Assisted teacher for the course of “Hydraulic Machinery”
Khorasan province, Iran
• Licensed Professional Engineer (Mechanical)
PUBLICATIONS AND CONFERENCES
• Derakhshan Sh., Mostafavi A., 2011. "Optimization of GAMM Francis Turbine Runner".
World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology 59, 717-723.
• Derakhshan S., Mostafavi A., 2011. Optimization of GAMM Francis Turbine Runner. ICFM-
International Conference on Fluid Mechanics, 2011, 14-16 November, Paris, France.
SKILLS
Computer: Numeca, FLUENT & GAMBIT, AutoCAD, Solid Works, Carrier HAP and Autodesk Revit
MEP (HVAC).
Language: Proficient in English
Mohammad Mottahedi
265 Blue Course Dr, State College 16803 (210) 8485615
E D U C A T I O N
Master of Science, Architectural Engineering, Fall 2015-Present Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering, January 2014-Present University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, December 2013 University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX
S K I L L S C/C++, Python, R, Julia, Latex, MATLAB, Unix,Git, High Performance Computing, ImageJ, MS Excel, MS Projects, Solidworks, Autodesk Inventor, Abaqus, ANSYS, Simulink, ARENA, LabVIEW., Energy Plus, eQUEST, Ecotech, Revit, SketchUp, OpenStudio
R E L A T E D E X P E R I E N C E
Research Assistant, Cardiovascular Biomechanics Lab, University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX January 2014 – August 2015
Biomechanics of artery stability and tortuosity.
Determine the buckling behavior of arteries.
Search Engine Evaluator, Leapforce
July 2013 - December 2014,
Independent search engine evaluator. Teaching Assistant, Mechanical Vibration, University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX
August 2012 - December 2012
Managed approximately 16 individuals per class and assisted the students with their assignments.
Intern, Iran Control & Communication Systems Supply Co., Tehran, Iran
September 2009-December 2009
Carried out market research in the fields of wireless sensor networks, earthquake sensing, partial discharge and pinch analysis.
Modeled parts in Solidworks to meet design needs.
Intern, Iran Khodro Industrial Group
June 2009-August 2009
Assisted in selection and inspection of manufactured parts.
Prepared technical reports of visited workshops.
P U B L I C A T I O N S
Liu Q, Wen Q, Mottahedi M, HC Han. "Artery Buckling Analysis Using a Four-fiber Wall Model." Journal of Biomechanics 47.11 (2014): 2790-796. Web. <http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2014.06.005>. S. Asadi, S.S. Amiri, M. Mottahedi. "On the Development of Multi- Linear Regression Analysis to Assess Energy Consumption in the Early Stages of Building Design." Energy and Buildings (2014). <http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2014.07.096>. Garcia JR, Mottahedi M, Han HC. “Torsional buckling of veins under combined loading.” Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials. (Submitted). Mottahedi M, Han HC. “Artery buckling analysis using a structurally motivated two-layer wall model.” (In preparation). Shams Amiri Sh, Asadi S, Mottahedi M." Development and Validation of Regression Models to Predict Annual Energy Consumption of Office Buildings in Different Climate Regions in U.S." (In preparation).
H O N O R S A N D A F F I L I A T I O N S
Engineering in Training (EIT)
Valero Research Scholarship, 2014
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2010 – present.
(ASHRAE)
Objective Architectural lighting internship in the State College or Pittsburgh areas
Education & Certifications
Penn State University 2017 University of Illinois 2010
MS Architectural Engineering BS Environmental Engineering
Focus: Lighting Focus: Sustainable Design
IES Emerging Professional 9/1/2014 LEED Accredited Professional 9/18/2013
ISO 14001 Lead Auditor 12/6/2012 Engineer In Training 9/3/2010
Professional Experience
Environmental Engineer 2011 – 2014
North American Lighting – Paris, IL
Title V (Clean Air Act), RCRA/CERCLA, and ISO 14001 compliance
Database design and implementation for predicting compliance violations
Research Assistant 2009 – 2010
University of Illinois – Champaign, IL
Prepared samples, GC-MS analysis, design of experimental apparatus
Civil Engineering Intern 2007 – 2008
Fehr-Graham & Associates – Rockford, IL
Phase 1 site assessments, erosion control plans, CAD markups
Leadership & Volunteerism
Founder – Fuse Live Arts 2006 – Present
Lighter designer, teacher & DJ at events coast-to-coast & internationally
Pro-Bono Engineer – Dancing Rabbit EcoVillage 2013 – 2014
HVAC design to LEED platinum, Living Building Challenge & ASHRAE 62.1
Team Leader – Engineers Without Borders 2005 – 2006
Water project in rural Nigeria is providing ~6,000 people with clean water
Eagle Scout – Davis Troop 40 2003
Eagle project – wetlands restoration
232-2C Chatham Park Drive [email protected]
Pittsburgh, PA 15220 (815) 988–7469
Jeffrey J. Mundinger
Education: • PhD Candidate, Architectural Engineering (The Pennsylvania State University) Spring 2016 (expected)
• Development of a software for transforming BIM models into structural finite element models. • Development of a tool for generating energy and lighting analytical models directly from BIM models. • Development of an information exchange specification for implementation of BIM in modular building projects.
• Master of Science in Civil Engineering (The Sharif University of Technology (SUT), Tehran, Iran) 01.2010 • Thesis title: On the characteristics and seismic study of a Hat Knee Bracing System (HKBS)
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (The Sharif University of Technology (SUT), Tehran, Iran) 09.2007
Work Experience: • Band Engineering Company, Iran 08.2010 – 08.2012
Position: Structural Engineer/Supervisor (full time) Coordinated structural, MEP, and architectural design of three 8-story buildings in the Chitgar artificial lake project
and analyzed their structures. Analyzed substructure and superstructure of a 75ft-bridge with I-section post-tensioned concrete girders along with its
retaining walls and road facilities. Analyzed the braced steel frame of a 16-storey building and controlled prefabrication of its structure. Analyzed the concrete structure a 21-story with post-tensioned floor slabs and supervised its construction.
• Haraz-Rah Engineering Company, Iran 07.2007 – 08.2010 Position: Structural Engineer/Supervisor (full time) Analyzed the concrete frame, shear walls, and foundation of a 12-story building and supervised its construction. Analyzed and designed several low- and mid-rise buildings with different structural systems including steel moment
frames, steel braced frames, concrete moment frames, and shear walls. Analyzed and designed several shallow and cast-in-place deep foundations.
Certificates, Licenses, and Memberships: • Committee member of the National BIM Standard-United States 2014 – Present • Advanced Green Builder Certificate, EEBA (Energy and Environmental Building Alliance) 2014 • Iranian Professional Engineer (P.E. Grade III) in Engineering, Supervision and Construction 2011 – Present
Skills: • Engineering Software: Revit, Naviswork, Tekla, ArchiCAD, Solibri, Sketch up, Unity 3D, MS-Project, Primavera,
EnergyPlus, SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, SAFE, AutoCAD, and 3Ds Max. • Programming Software: Visual C++, Visual C#, Java, Visual Basic, Pascal, and Delphi. • Language: English (Full Professional), Persian (Native), Kurdish (Intermediate), Arabic (Elementary).
Leadership: • Leader of the “Enclosure Design” and “Structural Design” groups of the Penn State team in DOE Challenge Home Design
Competition 2013-2015 • Blood Drive Coordinator of the Penn State Engineering Graduate Student Council (EGSC) 2013-2014 • Treasurer of the Iranian Student Association at the Penn State University 2013-2014 • Editor of the “Civil Engineering Magazine” student magazine at Sharif University of Technology 2007
Academic Honors: • Winner of second best paper and presentation award from the 12th College of Engineering Research Symposium 2015 • Winner of the Roger J. Glunt Graduate Fellowship 2014 and 2015 • Winner of the Chicago Committee on High Rise Buildings (CCHRB) Scholarship 2015
Winner of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Student Award 2014 • Winner of the Hankins Endowment Scholarship 2014 • Winner of the “Design Excellence” and “Design Integrity” awards of the DOE Home Design Competition for two years in a
row (I led the “Enclosure Design” and “Structural Design” groups of the Penn State University team) 2014-2015 • Winner of the Builders Association of Central PA Scholarship 2013
Issa J. Ramaji, PhD Candidate, E.I.T.
Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 (814) 441 2495 Address: 104 Engineering Unit A, University Park, PA16802
SHIYU RAO LEED AP BD+C, E.I.T [email protected], 201 Vairo Blvd, State College. PA 16803
765-409-2801
Objective
To obtain a fulltime job in MEP (HVAC) and building sustainability related department
Education
The Pennsylvania State University – University Park, PA May 2016 Master of Science in Architectural Engineering (Mechanical Option) Purdue University –West Lafayette, IN Dec 2013 Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Area: Architectural Engineering Related Experiences
WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff, Seattle, WA Jun 2015 – Aug 2015 HVAC Intern
Conducted load calculations using Trane Trace 700 for commercial buildings, culture center and hospitals Created gbxml files in Revit and constructed models for load calculations. Generated IES models of office building for Built Ecology Department Accomplished energy saving analysis and submitted HVAC installation applications to Seattle city hall Performed calculations of pressure loss and kitchen exhaust louvers Tracked construction drawings and submittal documents
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA Jan 2015 – May 2015 Graduate Research Assistant
Built a base model of a traditional tract house using IES (Integrated Environment Solution) Software Evaluated alternative cooling strategies with established base building Predicted possible energy savings utilizing passive strategies and promote operational strategies
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM), Washington DC Mar 2014 – July 2014 MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) Intern
Simulated building annual energy consumption and compared proposed building and baseline case Conducted researches to evaluate potential energy conservation strategies of proposed buildings Verified design parameters of building envelope structures and compliance with design codes Participated in HVAC system loadings and plumbing calculations of designed Hotel Translated schematic design documents and AutoCAD drawings for MEP design team and clients
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM), Washington DC May 2013 – July 2013 MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) Intern
Translated MEP schematic design materials for SOM MEP Team and Chinese contractors Verified and examined MEP design codes used in schematic design process Compared MEP design codes both in American and Chinese standards and created comparison matrices Collected and analyzed all SOM LEED projects data
Changsha Planning & Design Institute Co., Ltd, Changsha, China Jun 2012 – July 2012 Assistant Engineer Intern in HVAC Department
Calculated cooling and heating loads and identified system components on design drafts Specified load design conditions and codes in building envelopes, heating, cooling and ventilations Communicated and explained schematic design details to clients.
Honors & Awards
Kleasen CE Scholarship of Purdue University Aug 2013 Kleasen CE Scholarship of Purdue University Aug 2012 H.K. “Tony” Clark Scholarship of Purdue University Aug 2011 Dean’s List & Semester Honor All Semesters
Extracurricular Involvements
ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers), Student Member Nov 2014- present
Chi Epsilon, National Civil Engineering Honorary Purdue Chapter Dec 2011- present The National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Mar 2013- present
Skills
Professional Software: Trane Trace 700, IES, Matlab, Revit, Sketch Up, Carlson COGO, MathCad, AutoCAD, Energy Plus EES, Photoshop and CONTAM
Office work Software: MS office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Visual Basic Mac Os: Pages, Keynotes and Numbers
Languages: Mandarin (native), English (working proficiency), French(elementary) Publications & Presentations
2016 ASHRAE Winter Conference Evaluating Air-side Economizer Use in Particulate Air Pollution in Office Buildings in Multi-million Cities
REZA SADEGHI 235 S. Buckhout st, Apt 9, State College, PA 16801 Tel: 630-802-5816 [email protected]
Education:
Penn State University / Department of Architectural Engineering PhD in Architectural Engineering (Lighting/Electrical) 2012-Dec 2015 Major course of study: Illuminating Engineering Minor course of study: Statistics GPA: 3.69/4.0
University of Missouri-Columbia / Department of Architectural Studies Master of Science in Design with Digital Media 2011 GPA: 3.89/4.0
Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST) Master of Architecture and Urban Planning 2004 GPA: 3.6/4.0
Professional experience:
Penn State University / University Park Research Assistant 08/2012-Present
University of Missouri / Columbia Graduate Instructor / Research Assistant / Teaching Assistant 7/2007-12/ 2011
SmithGroup / Chicago Intern 4/2007-7/2007
Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) / Chicago Media developer / Research and Teaching assistant 08/2006-4/2007
SED (Sustainable Environmental Design) Consulting Co. / Tehran Architect / Urban planner / Assistant project manager 12/2004-6/2006
Naqshyad Consulting Co. / Tehran Architect 3/2002-6/2006
Skills:
Computer software packages: 3D Studio Max, Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Photoshop, InDesign, Premier, Microsoft Office, EonReality, Medialab
Lighting & energy analysis tools: AGI32, Daysim, Radiance, Photopia, HDR (Photosphere), ElumTools, DIVA, OpenStudio
Computer programing and statistical analysis tools: VBA, C++, R, Minitab, SAS, SPSS, Grasshopper
Awards and Honors:
Howard Brandston student lighting design award (Honorable mention) 2014 Besal Lighting Education Fund Scholarship 2014 Piper fellowship from University of Missouri 2008 DesignShare Awards program (Recognized Value Award) 2006 First prize of Sohrevardi Monumental Complex Design Competition 2004 First prize of Zanjan Enghelab Square Design Competition 2003
Wenyu Shan
Basic Information
Gender: Male Mail Address: [email protected]
Cell Phone: 814-7777-5834 Address: 3520 Plaza Dr., State College, PA 16801, United States
Objective
To obtain a summer internship at an architectural engineering-related frim, where I can do contribution to the
company and accumulate relevant working experience to be a qualified AE engineer
Education
The Pennsylvania State University (Aug.2015 - Now) University Park, PA, United States
Master of Science in Architectural Engineering - Mechanical option
F1 status upon graduation in May 2017
Tongji University (Sep.2011 - Jun.2015) Shanghai, China
Bachelor of Engineering in Building Environment & Facilities Engineering,
Cumulative GPA: 4.52 / 5.0 (90.17 / 100)
Academic Skills
Programming: C C++ VB C# SQL
Professional Software: AUTOCAD Unigraphics NX 8.0 Ecotect Analysis Fluent eQUEST
Awards & Honors
May.2015 2015 Shanghai Excellent Graduate Student
Nov.2012&13&14 Learning Scholarship of Tongji University in 2012 / 13 / 14, Second / Second / Third Class
Nov.2013&14 Zehnder Nather Scholarship of Tongji University in 2013 / 2014, First / Third Class
Apr.2014 National Energy Conservation and Emission Reduction Competition in China (Third Prize)
Studies on the Performance of Plasma Air Purifier for Indoor Air Pollution Control
Nov.2013 2012-2013 Top Student of Tongji University
Working History
East China Airport Architecture Design & Research Institute CAAC (Jul.2014 - Aug.2014) Intern of HVAC Engineer
Organize and proofread the files and drawings of engineering
Assist the engineers to complete the project of air traffic control complex building and control
tower in Zimbabwean Victoria Falls Airport
Shanghai Yuwen Electronic Technology Ltd. (Jul.2013 - Sep.2013) Intern of Technician
Transcript the paper blueprints into CAD form
Purchase professional software from the specified company
Self-Evaluation
Strong abilities, curiosity, perseverance and enthusiasm for professional work
Capable to work well with others
HEATHER A. SUSTERSIC , P.E. 561 Millgate Road Bellefonte, PA 16823 Cell: (814) 574-5256
[email protected] http://sites.psu.edu/sustersicPhD/
K E Y S K I L L S — New Construction — Vibration-Sensitive Laboratories
— Engineering Education — Commercial & Institutional
— Grant Writing — Industrial Projects
— Complex Renovations — Construction Administration
— Outreach and Mentoring — Spreadsheet Development
— Technical Writing — Supervision of CAD Personnel
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E HOPE FURRER ASSOCIATES, INC. (State College, PA) — Project Engineer, 5/2007 to 2/2012
— Key contributor/project manager on projects with construction costs up to $215 M and ranging in size from 15,000 SF to 390,000 SF
— Managed design of portions of major projects and entirety of moderate projects — Prepared complete project documents; supervised CAD Personnel — Developed company in-house technical resources including spreadsheets, typical details, design
standards, continuing education resources, technical memorandums
~Full list of projects and responsibilities available upon request~
R E S E A R C H & T E A C H I N G E X P E R I E N C E PENNSYLVANIA HOUSING RESEARCH CENTER (University Park, PA) – Research Associate, 8/2012 to Present
— Computational fluid dynamic (CFD) studies of tornado wind loading on low-rise buildings — Grant writing for government and industry-sponsored research with budgets $25,000 to $750,000 — Developed collaborator relationships to establish interdisciplinary tornado-structure research team
— Key contributor to technical development of new wall construction methodology for tornado resistance
ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT (University Park, PA) – Research Associate, 8/2012 to Present
— Courses Taught: Indeterminate Structures (AE 430); Design of Masonry Structures (AE 432); Comprehensive Architectural Engineering Senior Project I & II (AE 481W & AE 482)
C E R T I F I C A T I O N S H O N O R S Registered as a Professional Engineer in MD
Registered as an Engineer in Training in PA
— Student Marshal for Arch. Engineering, 2007 — Structural Thesis Award, Second Place, 2007
~Numerous Undergraduate Scholarships~
E D U C A T I O N S O F T W A R E E X P E R T I S E The Pennsylvania State University (University Park, PA)
— Bachelor of Architectural Engineering, 2007
— Master of Architectural Engineering, 2007
— PhD Candidate in Architectural Engineering, Ongoing
— RISA 3D — RISA Foot — RISA Base
— AutoCAD — Etabs
— RAM SS — Enercalc — STAAD.Pro
— Revit Structure — SAP2000
— RAM Concept
— spSlab
— SpColumn — SpMats
S E L E C T E D P R E S E N T A T I O N S
— An Innovative Solution to Teaching the Principle of Virtual Work. Presented at the Annual American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Conference, Seattle, Washington, 2015.
— Innovative Approaches to Masonry Education. Invited Lecturer at the Annual University Professors’ Masonry Workshop coordinated by The Masonry Society (TMS), State College, Pennsylvania, 2015.
— RAM Structural System: An Introductory Tutorial. Invited Lecturer at The Pennsylvania State University Student Chapter of the Structural Engineering Association (SEA), 2013.
— Long Span Truss Solutions. Invited Lecturer at The Pennsylvania State University Architectural Engineering Department Senior Thesis, 2011.
— Building Information Modeling with Revit Structure. Presented at Hope Furrer Associates, Inc., 2008.
S E L E C T E D M E M B E R S H I P S & S E R V I C E
— ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers, M. ASCE 2007-Present
— AISC American Institute of Steel Construction, Member 2014-Present — PSU CFW Penn State Commission for Women Mentoring Program, Mentee 2014-2015 — ASEE American Society of Engineering Education, Member 2013-Present — TBP Tau Beta Pi, National Engineering Honor Society, Member 2005-Present — COORDINATOR/PRESENTER National Engineers Week Outreach Event, Wonderland Charter School 2015 — ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Relevétions Liturgical Dance Group, Saint Paul’s UMC 2012–Present — PRESIDENT Phi Alpha Epsilon, The Architectural Engineering Honor Society 2006-2007
— VICE PRESIDENT Tau Beta Pi, The National Engineering Honor Society 2006-2007
Objective: Lighting Design internship in Pennsylvania or neighboring states
Education & Certifications
Penn State University 2017 (Expected) BIT – Ranchi (U.A.E) 2014
MS Architectural Engineering Bachelor of Engineering
Focus: Lighting & Electrical Systems Focus: Electrical & Electronics
IES Student Professional 2015 AutoCAD Professional 2015
Professional Experience
Lighting Design and Controls Engineer Jan’ – Jun’ 2015
Bahri & Mazroei Trading Company (BMTC) – Dubai, U.A.E
Lighting Design – Interior, Exterior and Street Lighting projects.
On-Job DiaLux Lighting software training.
Lighting Controls Design – Interior office spaces & Industrial warehouses.
On-Site installation assistance.
Junior Electrical Engineer (Intern) Aug’ 2012
Emirates Transformers & Switch Gears Limited – Dubai, U.A.E
Design, Fabrication & Installation assistance of industrial and underwater transformers.
Projects
Interior Lighting Projects Exterior Lighting Projects Street Lighting Projects
Villas Parking Lots Roundabouts
Medical Clinics Football Stadium Road Lighting
Police Headquarters Villas Retrofits
Shopping Malls/Complexes Airport
Warehouses
Kindergarten School
445 Waupelani Drive, Apt G01 [email protected]
State College, PA 16801 [email protected]
(814) 777–7627
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EDUCATION�The Pennsylvania State University Aug. 2014 - now Master�of�Science�in�Architectural�Engineering�–�Mechanical�Option�University of Science and Technology Beijing Sept. 2010 - Jun. 2014 Bachelor�of�Science�in�Building�Environment�and�Equipment�Engineering�/�Bachelor�of�Laws�Overall�GPA:�3.64�������Major�GPA:�3.75�
SKILLS�Professional Skills: Calculation�of�Cooling/Heat�Load�
HVAC�System�Design�for�Commercial�and�Residential�Buildings� Building�Energy�Modeling� Engineer�of�Computer�Aided�Technology�Certificate�of�Completion�for�
Successfully�Completing�2D�CAD�Engineer,�presented�by�Education�Management�Information�Center,�The�Ministry�of�Education,�P.�R.�China�
AutoCAD,�Revit MEP,�EnergyPlus,�DesignBuilder,�SketchUp�Computer Skills: Programming�in�VB�and�C++.�National�Computer�Rank�Examination�
Certificate,�Grade:�2,�Language:�Visual�BASIC,�presented�by�National�Education�Examinations�Authority,�The�Ministry�of�Education,�P.�R.�China�
Microsoft�Office
DESIGN�&�RESEARCH�PROGRAMSOpen�Project�of�Beijing�Key�Laboratory�of�Heating,�Gas�Supply,�Ventilating�and�Air�Conditioning�Engineering:�Survey of Energy Consumption and Research into an Energy-saving Upgrading Solution in University Canteens in Beijing�The�Science�and�Technology�Special�Fund�for Beijing�Olympics Construction�Headquarter�Office:�Research and Application of the Solar Energy Light-pipe Lighting System in the University of Science and Technology Beijing Gymnasium�Design�Course�Project:�Air-Conditioning System Design for a Four-Star Hotel Located in Central China�Bachelor's�Degree�Thesis:�Research on Strategies of Energy-saving Diagnosis and Renovation of Air-conditioning System of Hongboyuan Canteen at USTB
PRACTICAL�EXPERIENCES
ORGANIZATIONS�&�HONORS�Student�Member�of�American�Society�of�Heating,�Refrigerating�and�Air-Conditioning�Engineers�(ASHRAE)�Student�Member�of�National�Electrical�Contractors�Association�(NECA)�People's�Scholarships���������������������������������������������������������������������2011�–�2012�/�2012�–�2013�/�2013�-�2014�Silver�Prize�of�Social�Practice� ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������Summer,�2011�
Summer Internship with Guangzhou Design Institute Summer,�2013�
Assisted�in�HVAC�system�design,�equipment�selection�and�system�evaluation� Developed�system�specifications�and�drawings� Assisted�in�project�delivery�utilizing�BIM�
BIM Project Execution Plan and BIM Organizational Strategic Plan
Developed�a�BIM�Project�Execution�Plan�for�a�local�building�renewal�project� Working�on�the�BIM�Organizational�Strategic�Plan�for�NASA�Facilities�
Engineering�and�Real�Property�Division�
PV System Design and Installation for a Water Pumping Station in Honduras Spring,�2015�
Designed�a�2.2�kW�PV�array�system,�including�solar�panels,�a�3kW�DC/AC�inverter,�and�wires/conduits�
Travelled�to�Roatan,�Honduras�and�installed�the�PV�system�that�provides�power�for�a�water�pump�that�serves�more�than�400�local�families�
Tested�the�PV�system�and�individual�pieces�of�equipment�to�verify�they�operate�properly�and�meet�safety�standards
Shaojie Yuan
[email protected] | 814-777-7486
2620 Plaza Drive, State College, PA 16801
Objective
To obtain a summer internship in summer 2016. Education 08.2015 – present PENN STATE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY PARK, USA
Major: Master of Science in Architectural Engineering-Mechanical Option
09.2011 – 06.2015 SOUTHEAST UNIVERSITY, NANJING, CHINA 02.2013 – 06.2013
Major: Bldg. Environment & Equipment Eng. | GPA: 3.51/4.00 NATIONAL CENTRAL UNIVERSITY, CHUNG-LI, TAIWAN Major: Mechanical Engineering (Exchange Student) | GPA: 4.00/4.00
Patent： Zhang, X., Yuan, S., Pang, L., Pan, Z., Zhang, J., 2014. A new-type heat recovery refrigerator with double condensers. 203837374U, China, filed Apr. 29, 2014, and issued Sept. 17, 2014.
Experience 02.2015-06.2015 Nanjing Architectural Design & Research Institute Co., LTD Intern Calculated the energy load of a 213340ft2 stadium by hand with a
group of three students and utilized Designbuilder to verify the result.
Designed and drew CAD drawings of HVAC system of a stadium.
Utilized ANSYS to simulate the air distribution in the competition area of the stadium.
02.2014 – 05.2015
National Innovation Project (Continuously Variable Air Intake System) Team Leader
Led a group of five to design an innovative air intake system.
Used 3D rapid prototyping to develop and create the air intake system.
Used ANSYS to perform volume optimization for different speeds.
12.2013 – 10.2014 China Formula SAE Competition Participant Assisted in building the first SAE racing car for Southeast
University.
Led a group of 6 students to design the air intake/out-take, fuel feed, engine cooling, and noise control systems for the racing team.
10.2013 – 02.2015 Southeast University Research Assistant Enhanced the mass and heat transfer of a LiBr solution in a tube-
mesh alternating structure.
Assisted in building and data collection for the LiBr absorption experimental system.
05.2013 – 11.2013 Course Project Student participant Designed a refrigerator heat waste recycling system. Utilized ANSYS to simulate heat transfer to the model and
calculate waste heat efficiency. Honours & rewards 2014 The 5th Formula SAE China, 1st Prize in Fuel Efficiency (world record). 2014 The 8th Annual National Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Industry College
Students’ Science and Technology Competition, 3rd Prize. Other Skills Languages: Mandarin Chinese (native); English (fluent). Computers: MS Office suite, ANSYS, C++, AutoCAD, Latex, Designbuilder.
References and portfolio available upon request.
Xiaochen ZengDepartment of Architectural Engineering
Pennsylvania State University104 Engineering Unit A, University Park, PA 16802
Mobile: (814) 3215679Email: [email protected]
Linkdedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/xczeng
ObjectiveTo obtain a full-time mechanical engineer position in a company related to architectural engineering where I can apply myexpertise on mechanical system design.
Education2014 - present Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
M.Eng. Candidate in Department of Architectural Engineering GPA: 3.5/4.0Selected Courses: Centralized Cooling/Heating Production and Distribution Systems, Building Combined Heatand Power Systems, Building Load and Energy Simulation, HVAC Control Systems, and Advanced HVAC.Expected Graduation Date: May 2016
2010 - 2014 Tianjin University Tianjin, ChinaB.E. in Building Environment & Equipment Engineering, Major GPA 3.5/4.0Selected Courses: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, Heat and Mass Transfer Theory and Equip-ment, Automatic Control and Building Automation System, Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering
Internship ExperienceSummer 2015 Global Engineering Solutions Bethesda, MD
Mechanical Engineer Intern, Supervisor: Vassilis Skardis, PE/ Vice President• Led a survey in an arena and built the mechanical system modeling for in Revit• Helped troubleshooting in an energy modeling project for LEED evaluation.• Made and Revised drawings in autoCAD for all kinds of projects.
Spring 2014 China Architecture Design & Research Group Beijing, China• Calculated the cooling load, heating load, and moisture load of the building using Excel.• Selected the optimal terminal equipments based on the calculations.• Completed the full set of layouts related to the building’s mechanical system under strict standards.• Improved design skills and software ability required by an HVAC engineer.
Jan. 2012 Zhongxu Planning & Architecture Design CO., LTD Beijing, China• Completed the training of a 3D modeling software SketchUp.• Participated in the process of writing construction contracts.
Selected Technical ProjectsFall 2014 Course Project: Design of a Solar Combi-system for a Wooden House
• Simulated the energy consumption of a traditional system with heat pump and electrical furnace as heatingsource using eQuest.• Designed a space heating and domestic hot water solar system and calculated its energy consumption.• Compared and evaluated the performance of the two systems from energy-saving and economic perspectives.
Fall 2014 Course Project: Load Calculation and Energy Simulation of a Convenience Store• Calculated the cooling load of a certain store, with and without internal load respectively using the RadiantTime Series Method (RTSM) Spreadsheet Software.• Simulated the energy consumption of the store using eQuest.• Analyzed the impact of different parameters on the cooling load.
Spring 2014 Graduation Project for Undergraduate: Design of an HVAC System in a Club Hotel• Created the HVAC systems in AutoCAD, including the design of a mechanical room and rooftop equipments.• Completed the detailed design drawings of water piping plan and ductwork plan for each story, the axonometricdrawings and the layout of the mechanical room, the axonometric drawings of main pipes and the constructiondesign instruction.• Documented the detailed instructions of the whole HVAC design.
SkillsAutoCAD Revit Trace 700 eQuest Engineering Equation Solver (EES)Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) SketchUp Inverse Modeling Toolkit (IMT) MS Office
Awards and Activities2015 Vice President of ASHRAE Penn State Student Branch2015 Treasurer of Architectural Enigineering Graduate Student Association2013 Outstanding Student, Tianjin University2013 Golden Dolphin National Swimming Qualification Certificate2012 Volunteer of the World Economic Forum2011 Excellent Youth Volunteer of the Year, Tianjin University2008 City Volunteer of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games
ReferencesAvailable upon request
Pennsylvanian State University
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Education Pennsylvanian State University, State College, PA, U.S. May 2018 Master of Science in Architectural Engineering, option Construction Chongqing University, Chongqing, China Jul 2015
Bachelor of Engineering in Construction Management GPA 3.16 / 4.0
Relevant Course Experience Team Leader, Feasibility Study of Small-sized Apartment Units in Chongqing Jun 2013 - Apr 2014 • Reviewed background literature for small-sized apartment units in China • Designed questionnaire, located perspective home buyers, and successfully distributed questionnaire and collected data • Analyzed the results and summarized trends, discovered that small-sized units do not suit for the Chongqing city
Research Assistant, The Relationship Between Property Management Level & Economic Benefits of Chongqing Commercial Real Estate in the Chongqing University SRT May 2012 - Dec 2012 • Reviewed background literature by studying the real estate’s sustainable development theory and reached a deeper un-
derstanding about the current commercial real estate management system • Conducted secondary research by visiting selected enterprises, discussed the management system employed by these
office building and shopping malls • Analyzed all the data collected using statistical tools • Successfully built the structural equation model between commercial real estate and economical benefits
Relevant Field Experience BIAD & JAMA Co., LTD., Beijing Summer, 2014
• Worked together with team through a complete bidding process include contract drawing • Self-taught background information like the Charging Standard of Engineering Survey & Design, Bidding Management
Regulations, Documents of BIAD Quality Management System, and other construction documents • Successfully proposed the company’s service proposal, which was adopted permanently by the company • Assisted several other state-owned project supervision in Beijing
The Electronics Eleventh Design & Research Institute, Scientific & Technological Engineering Co., LTD., Beijing Jan 2014 - Feb 2014
• Drew the construction budget of Rizhao Steel Transfer Station • Deeply analyzed the amount of material needed and made accurate projection • Calculated the cost indicators for the transfer station, made impactful presentation to the company board
Extracurricular Activities Competition: Project Design for the Pavilion of the School of Civil Engineering, Chongqing University,
Mar 2013 - May 2013 • Worked in a team of four to design a new academic building for the university • Conducted background research and presented a feasibility report, successfully selected the most appropriate scheme
and drew the project construction contract • Projected the construction budget utilizing softwares like Glodon
Summer School, University of California, Berkeley Summer, 2013
Computer Skills: Auto CAD, SketchUp, Autodesk Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Glodon, Prezi, Microsoft Suite, Mac OS X
Language Skills: Chinese native language, Fluent English
Honors Outstanding Service as the minister of the student union, Chongqing University
Awarded the Model Worker by organizing and participating in school activities ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Xiaoxiao Zhou 201 Vairo Blvd., 257 State College, PA 16803 T 814-954-2595 [email protected]
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