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Why do I need Architectural/Engineering Plans for a commercial project?

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The State of Ohio - through the Ohio Building Code - requires that any commercial project must have plans submitted and approved by a Certified Plans Examiner before any construction permits may be issued.
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What do I need to know about architectural and engineering seals?

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Some cities and states are now requiring that a licensed architect or engineer review and "seal" a blueprint or officially approve it prior to construction because of concerns over energy costs, safety, and other factors. Prior to applying for a building permit or start of actual construction, we strongly advise you to consult a local building official who can tell you if such a review is required.
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What is Architectural Engineering?

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Architectural Engineers apply scientific and engineering principles to the design and construction of buildings and building systems Architectural Engineering encompasses topics from various disciplines, including architecture, structural engineering, mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. At Penn State, Architectural Engineering is a five-year program leading to an ABET-accredited, professional Bachelor of Architectural Engineering degree.
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Do my house plans require an architectural and/or engineering seal?

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Some cities and states require that a licensed architect or engineer review and seal a set of home plans prior to construction due to concerns over energy costs, safety and other factors. We recommend that prior to application for a building permit or the start of construction that you consult with your local building official who can tell you if a review is required.
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Do I need to obtain a special license to use Trilogy on a commercial project?

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No, the lifetime license fee to use the samples is covered in the purchase price of the instrument. You can use it on as many of your own projects as you like and we hope that you make some hits with it!
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How many sets of plans do I need to submit for a new commercial project?

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The Inspections Department requires three sets of plans for a new commercial building. The approval of the Planning Department is also required. Call (919) 968-2728.
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Which of these private commercial plans is better?

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This is a decision that you will have to make. Different plans can be better for different people. You may want to talk to your human resources department or plan administrator to make this decision. Your doctor's office can even confirm if they are participating or in-network with your plan.
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What is the difference between Architectural Engineering and Architecture?

Architectural Engineering
architectural engineering program emphasizes the engineering aspects of the building design and construction process, while an architecture program concentrates on the aesthetics and the functional/ spatial layout of buildings. Contemporary buildings are designed by teams of professionals. These teams include designers with distinct responsibilities and expertise. Architects, engineers and other specialists work together to turn ideas into reality.
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What are the steps of admission into Architectural Engineering?

Architectural Engineering
You must be admitted into the College of Engineering upon entering Penn State as a freshman (ENGR student status). A student may attend the University Park campus or one of the Commonwealth College Campuses for the first year. By the end of First-Year Spring Semester, the student must have completed Math 140, Math 141, Physics 211, and Chemistry 12 with a C or better and have a GPA or 3.0 or higher to qualify for admission into AE.
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Why is Architectural Engineering a five year program?

Architectural Engineering
The AE curriculum is a five year program because of the breadth and depth of material it covers. Our students take all the College of Engineering requirements, University general education requirements, and two years of architectural design studios plus other architectural courses. We have a year-long comprehensive senior project in the fifth year. Students study all the systems in a building, even though they specialize in one area.
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Where is the Architectural Engineering Department located?

Architectural Engineering
We are in Engineering Unit A, which is located between Hammond Building and the Hintz Alumni Center. The Department's main office is 104 Engineering Unit A. The Student Records Secretary's office is in 225 Engineering Unit A. Please consult the directions for reaching the AE department (and a list of local hotels) and download a campus map.
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Do these plans need to be stamped with an architectural seal?

Town of Chapel Hill Official Website
The construction documents must bear the North Carolina seal of a registered design professional.
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Do we need an architect? Do you require architectural stamps on plans?

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Hiring an architect in Georgia is a personal decision. Sometimes what you want can't be found in any pre-existing plans or stock plans. Architects can then be worth their weight in gold. We don't mind working with architects at all. However, the state of Georgia does not require architectural stamps on plans. As long as your plan is well designed and meets code, we can build it.
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Do I need to hire an architectural firm to assist with my modular building project?

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No. The materials that are used in constructing certain modular buildings are the same as those materials found in conventional construction. And, because we need to ensure our modular buildings can be transported over the road, they are designed and constructed to stringent standards.
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What is Architectural & Engineering Computer Aided Design ?

Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design
A&E CAD covers the technology, skills, knowledge, and techniques used in the creation of technical drawings. Technical drawing is a broad term that includes the graphics used by manufacturers to fabricate electronic and mechanical products, and by construction professionals to produce architectural structures (houses and buildings) and civil engineering projects (roads, dams, bridges).
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Q How are architectural and engineering firms retained?

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A The traditional method of hiring engineering and architectural firms for public work is through a process known as negotiated procurement or qualifications-based selection. The basic goal of this selection procedure is finding the best qualified firm or individual to perform the work. There are six major elements to this procurement procedure: public notice, submittals of qualifications, review of submittals, interviews, ranking respondents, and negotiation of a contract.
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Q5: Why are there two different computer engineering plans?

Electrical and Computer Engineering
A Computer engineering is a very broad field. For example, computer engineers who build high-speed circuits within the latest microprocessors are basically electrical engineers with some knowledge of computers. On the other hand, computer engineers who build, say, data acquisition systems, need to know much more about the design of software systems but less about low-level circuit analysis.
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Do the plans include engineering?

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No. Even custom home designs don’t include engineering. Engineering is an entirely different profession. If your plans need engineering, you will need to hire a local professional familiar with engineering requirements in the location you intend to build.
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No. Even custom home designs don't include engineering. Engineering is an entirely different profession. If your plans need engineering, you will need to hire a local professional familiar with engineering requirements in the location you intend to build.
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Will I need special engineering?

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Certain building designs and regions require a stamp or letter of recommendation from a licensed structural engineer. ThermaSteel, for an additional fee, can provide engineering on a case-by-case basis. Special designs and circumstances may require extra reinforcement. If special or specific engineering is required we can assist an engineer of your choice or recommend one who may be in your area.
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O.S.H.A. regulations stipulate that any excavation over 20' deep requires engineering. For excavations less than 20' deep, engineering depends on the authority that is involved with the job, and whether they require engineering. If they don't, O.S.H.A. Guidelines should be strictly followed from O.S.H.A. Standard 29 CFR 1926.650 - .653 Subpart P.
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Is this a commercial project?

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What about engineering & architectural drawings, programs such as AutoCAD, etc.?

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Can do! Often, we provide Microsoft Word documents, with appropriate tags to identify where each element belongs in your AutoCAD document. But if you prefer, we can also place these directly into the original CAD document.
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gt;3 How can Cadaid assist large sized Architectural/ Engineering firms?

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Large sized operation are constantly looking to optimize and improve their processes to make themselves more competitive and efficient. Cadaid provides these companies with a key component to success - A group of highly trained workforce ready to seamlessly blend with their organization to improve the efficiencies. Cadaid brings years of experience to supporting businesses in achieving their mission-critical objectives.
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How do I subscribe to a construction newsletter, Architectural Record or Engineering News-Record?

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To subscribe to a construction newsletter, Architectural Record, or Engineering News-Record visit the Subscriptions section of the McGraw-Hill Construction website.
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Can I attend a Commonwealth Campus and still enter Architectural Engineering?

Architectural Engineering
Yes. The student may study one year at a Commonwealth Campus. Students should conform their program of study to the AE Curriculum. At the end of the first year, Commonwealth Campus students are subjected to the same criteria as University Park students in the Entrance to the Major process. Students must complete all four courses with a C or better (Math 140, Math 141, Chem 12 and Phys 211).
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Can I get engineering for my bridge project?

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We do not offer pre-engineered bridge packages, as each bridge is unique in nature as is each of us! Some bridges carry golfers and their golf carts, others may carry 250,000 lb. earth movers. Some bridges may be in a very mild climate in Arizona, while others may sit in a more active environment, such as northern Washington, or even Alaska.
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Can I submit a bid for an engineering project?

Texas Board of Professional Engineers Homepage
A license holder can only submit a competitive bid on private engineering projects. A license holder cannot submit a competitive bid on public projects like projects for any city, county, state, or independent school district. Yes. Effective January 1, 2000, the Board began registering firms. You can obtain a Firm Registration Application by contacting the Board office or downloading the application from our web site.
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