Architecture

1. Projects that include elements of:
   1. - site selection
   2. - environmental impact
   3. - zoning laws
   4. - building codes
2. Format a project in a “Design-Build” scenario using BIM software (Revit).
3. Develop final construction plans to include electrical and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems.

Interior Design

1. Using the Japanese concept of Wabi-Sabi and celebrating imperfection, design a retail space that gives users opportunities to shop in an adaptable and everchanging space for clothing.
2. Concentrate on specific design and technical documentation tasks in AutoCAD that contribute to overall projects
3. Design a retail space featuring live planting, water and natural materials that enhances and heightened awareness of consumers.
4. Generate concept images that help develop the overall design direction of a project.
5. Construction administration phase with the review and process of finish submittals

Engineering

1. Solar project: LED lighting system powered by solar PV for a classroom.
2. Plan, design, test and analysis of microprocessor-based control system.
3. Design/develop a strategy/project that helps to reduce pollution and provide clean air.
4. What is the effect of green materials in the built environment (building construction)?

Construction Management

1. Research and present a solution that connects owners, GCs, and specialty contractors in one platform.
2. Streamline field-to-office workflows for better project and financial visibility.
3. Track project compliance with various regulations, objectives and standards
4. Execute contractual risk protections while creating a positive safety environment
5. Research construction software that connects owners, GC’s and contractors.

Additional Potential Topics:

1. Materials and Assemblies
2. Climate & Energy in Buildings (Net Zero Buildings)
3. Designing for the Internet of Things
4. Indoor Environmental Quality

Implement a Sustainable Facilities Design Plan

1. How is the company currently reducing wasted energy consumption throughout the facility?
2. What type of energy is being supplied to the facility?
3. How could the energy efficiency of the facility be improved? Think technology and process workflows.

Implement a Consistent Asset Tagging Process

1. What types of assets are currently being tagged?
2. How effective is the company’s current process for tracking and tagging assets?
3. How could the process be improved? Think technology and process workflows.
4. How effective is the company’s process for the disposal of decommissioned assets?

Instituting Quality Control with Suppliers or Third-Party Vendors

1. Analyze how the company’s suppliers, partners, and vendors administer quality control. Does this meet the company’s standards?
2. What types of quality check is the company currently doing? How often? What is this process like and how can it be improved?
3. How can the company improve their quality control process and positively impact either the director or indirect operational costs associated with Facilities Management?

Institute a Strategic Sourcing Approach to Finding Suppliers

1. How does the company currently identify, evaluate and select strategic suppliers?
2. What types of services or products are sourced through routine RFP processes? How often? What is this process like and how can it be improved?
3. Which departments are a part of the strategic sourcing team?
4. How can the strategic sourcing process be improved to minimize costs, while improving outcomes at the same time?
5. Evaluate the competitive advantages, the unique characteristics suppliers bring to the table, the company’s needs, profit margins, ect.
6. Are deliverables clearly defined for each RFP?