AutoCAD Tutoring Sessions – Since the University of Miami does not offer a course on AutoCAD or any other type of designing program, our AEI chapter and UM’s American Institute of Architects student chapter worked together to bring an Autodesk-certified instructor to campus. The instructor held a total of three 8-hr tutoring sessions on AutoCAD this semester which covered a wide range of topics that were relevant to both architects and engineers. The same instructor is planning to return to campus next spring to teach Revit.
Participate in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon, which occurs biennially, challenges students to design, build, and operate a solarpowered house. Community Outreach Our chapter would like to visit local high schools and middle schools to expose students to architectural engineering and encourage them to seek a career in the building industry. We also plan to bring interested students to our campus and have events and competitions. Build a giant Lego structure and exhibit it on campus This would promote team building and group communication within the chapter, which are very important skills to have in the professional world. It would also promote our chapter and hopefully peak interest in students to join AEI! We would need to obtain sponsorship to be able to order the Lego pieces. Construction Site Visits We have many interesting places in mind, especially Universal Studios in Orlando for the construction of upcoming rides. AEI National Student Magazine 25
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