The Transformation of Benedum Hall

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the transformation of Benedum Hall

BUILDING SPACES

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the transformation Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the transformation of Benedum Hall continues with a floor-by-floor reimagination of engineering education and research. Designed with input from faculty and students, each new space contributes toward greater collaboration, interaction and innovation. The University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering is pleased to share a look inside our “new” home.

American Bridge Student Reception Area The reception area is a popular gathering space for students to relax, study or meet with friends. Formerly the entrance to the Bevier Library, the reception area with its signature orange desk is also the location of the Swanson School’s administrative offices and starting point for all building tours.

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Raymond P. Niro (BSChE ’64) Lecture Hall This 230-seat auditorium is the largest classroom in the building and also serves as a multipurpose facility for lectures, films and other special events.

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LEARNING SPACES

Mark G. (BSPET ’68) and Susan B. Papa Classroom

Classrooms The classrooms are designed to best suit student and instructor needs for lectures, group projects, exams, and guest speakers.

John C. (BSChE ’86) and Melissa Staff (BSIE ’87) Gargani Classroom

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Albert G. Holzman (BSIE ’49 & MSIE ’54) Learning Center

Learning Centers New state-of-the-art “smart” classrooms, such as these two Learning Centers, encourage interactive and collaborative learning with interconnected computers on shared desktops.

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LEARNING SPACES

Frank Mosier (BSChE ’53) Learning Center

Instructors can control each desktop computer from the central podium.

LEARNING SPACES

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Gertrude E. and John M. Petersen Institute of NanoScience and Engineering NanoScale Fabrication and Characterization Facility (PINSE)

PINSE is designed to support fabrication and characterization of nanoscale materials and structures, and integration of devices at all length scales. The facility houses advanced equipment with core nano-level (20 nm or below) capability for fabrication and characterization.

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LAB SPACES

RFID Center of Excellence: John A. Jurenko (BSEE ’56) RFID Electricity & Magnetism Characterization Laboratory and the Wesley C. Pickard (BSMIN ’61) RFID Anechoic Laboratory

The Center is one of the world’s leaders in radio frequency identification technology and research and serves as an international resource to academics and members of the business community.

Multiple companies have formed as a direct result of Pitt’s RFID intellectual property holdings and research. In addition, through the Center, the University of Pittsburgh was responsible for establishing the basis of the 915 MHz standard for the U.S. Department of Defense.

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Electric Power Systems Lab

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LAB SPACES

This new lab, sponsored in-kind by Eaton Corporation, is a multi-use facility for both research and educational activities. The lab has a maximum power capacity of 480-V, 200-A, and 75 kVA. Faculty and graduate students are able to perform advanced work in the areas of AC and DC micro-grid developments, smart grid technologies, power electronics devices and systems, renewable energy systems and integration, controls and communications, automation and relaying, distribution engineering, power quality, electrical safety, energy management, energy storage, and other emerging electric power technology areas.

LAB SPACES

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George A. Davidson (BSPET ’61) Unit Operations Laboratory in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering

Laboratories Every department has labs for their specific area of study.

Undergraduate students gain hands-on experience with the equipment through a sequence of laboratory courses designed to demonstrate and reinforce core principles taught in class, and to develop the students’ experimental capabilities and communication skills.

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LAB SPACES

Music Engineering Laboratory (MEL) The MEL is a unique, high-quality recording facility where engineering students learn about the technical aspects of musical instruments and recording, and work on projects expanding their own musical interests and experience. It features the latest in recording and editing technology, musical instruments and a Steinway piano.

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George M. Bevier (BSE ’13) Engineering Library The George M. Bevier Engineering Library provides access to books and journals both in print and electronically, in addition to a wide variety of databases to serve the teaching and research needs of the following disciplines: engineering, physics and astronomy, mathematics, geology and planetary sciences, and statistics. The Library is named in honor of George M. Bevier (BSE, ’13), a pioneering geologist, geophysicist and engineer.

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STUDENT SPACES

STUDENT SPACES

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Panther Racing: Formula SAE Team Space

Student Organization Spaces Student organizations are an important part of the Swanson School culture, and students take pride in their affiliations, service and friendships.

Benedum Hall features a number of spaces for students organizations to host meetings, collaborate on upcoming events and initiatives or promote events.

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STUDENT SPACES

Design Rooms The design rooms allow students to

The Swanson School of Engineering has several

work collaboratively in small groups to

three-dimensional printers throughout the building

focus on their senior design projects.

that can “print� simple and complex objects,

Rooms are equipped with projection

machine parts, and more, utilizing ceramics, metals

equipment for visual presentations.

and polymers, as well as combinations of materials.

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Study Areas & Student Lounges

Computer labs located on the ground and basement levels allow students access to the Pitt network and engineering-related software, as well as to small and large-scale printers.

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STUDENT SPACES

To encourage on-the-spot interaction and collaboration between students, faculty and colleagues, white boards are located in hallways, lounges and labs throughout Benedum Hall.

STUDENT SPACES

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Study Areas & Student Lounges Einstein Bros Bagels is located on the ground floor of Benedum Hall and doubles as a study area.

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STUDENT SPACES

Study cubbies and student lounges provide quiet spaces for students in between classes or after hours. All cubbies are equipped with power outlets for convenience.

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Walter L. Lachman (BSMIN ‘60) Family Graduate Student Suite

Graduate Student Spaces

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STUDENT SPACES

Robert K. Reinhart (BSChE ’85) Graduate Student Team Space

These spaces accommodate graduate and post-doctoral students working for faculty. The spaces are built for team interactions and individual work.

STUDENT SPACES

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W.R. Moffitt (BSChE ’36) Faculty Office

Faculty Offices Faculty offices throughout Benedum Hall are a place for our faculty to work one-on-one with students, grade papers and exams, prepare for class, and evaluate their teaching methods.

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OFFICE SPACES

Ken M. (BSEE ‘82) and Carol S. Schultz MCSI Directors Complex

Office Suites Suites are located throughout Benedum Hall for administrative and faculty offices, as well as for some of the University’s Centers of Excellence.

OFFICE SPACES

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Michael J. (BSEE ’83) and Peggy S. Pietropola Conference Room

Conference Rooms Conference rooms of all different sizes can be configured for meetings, lectures, conferences, receptions, catered meals, and student presentations for up to 90 people.

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The Plaza The patio between Benedum Hall and the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation is a space for students, faculty and staff to collaborate, eat or relax. In nice weather, it is common to see student organizations using the patio for a variety of activities.

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Green Rooftop This unique 10,000 square foot vegetative roof atop Benedum Hall is landscaped with resilient plants, enabling the space to thrive effectively with minimal maintenance.

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