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Autumn Syllabus Week 45 | November 6 – November 12
Monday | November 6 | Colloquium 16:00 UTC
Tuesday | November 7 | Colloquium 16:00 UTC
Wednesday | November 8| Colloquium 16:00 UTC
Thursday | November 9 | Colloquium 16:00 UTC
Friday | November 10 | Colloquium 16:00 UTC
Saturday | November 11
Sunday | November 12
Día de los Muertos
Día de los Muertos, also known as the Day of the Dead, is celebrated primarily on November 1st and 2nd. These dates coincide with the Catholic holidays of All Saints’ Day (November 1st) and All Souls’ Day (November 2nd). The celebration is most strongly associated with Mexico but is also observed in other Latin American countries and among Hispanic communities in the United States and elsewhere.
It is a time for families to come together to celebrate the lives of those who have passed away. Altars, or ofrendas, are typically set up with offerings that can include food, marigold flowers, candles, sugar skulls, photographs of the deceased, and other items with personal significance. These ofrendas are often displayed at homes, in cemeteries, and in public places.
While Día de los Muertos is a multi-day celebration, the specific customs and traditions can vary by region and community. In some places, celebrations begin on October 31st and extend through November 2nd. The holiday is a unique blend of indigenous beliefs and Catholicism, resulting in a colorful and vibrant celebration that focuses on honoring the memory of the deceased rather than mourning their loss.
Construction Spend
“The Ideal City” (c. 1480) Fra Carnavale
Today at 15:00 UTC we run a status check on regulations, accredited consensus products, and consortia standards that inform the safety and sustainability of the real assets of education communities. It is a large topic and we generally only have time to skim the surface of most of a few of them. Of the few, we locate the highest priority then place it on the agenda of the corresponding daily colloquia.
Some of the stars to steer by:
- Tax-free bond markets that provide financing for new square-footage and renovated square-footage; operations and maintenance
- Status of the movement in codes and standards for labor and material; safety and sustainability
- Expansion of building premise safety and sustainability consensus product scopes onto the spaces between buildings
- The renovation-versus-new construction conundrum
- Construction activity data points for education and university-affiliated healthcare facilities
According to IBISWorld Market Research the Educational Service market in the United States runs through about $1600 billion annually. and includes all the soft costs (i.e. nonreal, which is our primary focus) of sustaining civilization.
This is a kludgey number but, when used with other data points collected by government agencies, non-profit trade associations, construction market participants and anecdotes, provides perspective on how to build and maintain the architecture of education communities.
We pick through one or two prospectuses of educational bond offerings uploaded onto the Electronic Municipal Market Access website to see how the money will be spent; particularly how ongoing operation and maintenance expenditures are distinguished (if at all) from capital outlays intended to seed community growth. There are many parties and counterparties involved in the money flow through tax-free education bonds. In some cases, interest groups (such as labor unions) promote school bond referenda in order to secure work for their members.
More
National Center for Education Statistics
May 23: Report on the Condition of Education 2023
School Infrastructure Report Card
Tyme
“Tyme” was used in Middle English and earlier forms of the language, and it was commonly found in historical texts, poetry, and manuscripts of that time. It was used to refer to the passage of time, an era, or a specific moment in history.
“Steam alarm clock with a polyphonic whistle” 2004 Jacek Yerka
Today at 16:00 UTC we refresh our understanding of the technical standards for the timing-systems that maintain the temporal framework for daily life in education communities. The campus clock continues as a monument of beauty and structure even though digitization of everything has rendered the central community clock redundant.
Most leading practice discovery (and innovation) is happening with the Network Time Protocols (NTP) that synchronize the time stamps of widely separated data centers. In operation since before 1985, NTP is one of the oldest Internet protocols in current use and underlies the Internet of Things build out. NTP is particularly important in maintaining accurate time stamps for safety system coordination and for time stamps on email log messages.
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More
National Institute of Standards and Technology: What is Time?
Sapienza University of Rome: Clock Synchronization
National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
Athletics
Safety Requirements for Dry Martinis
“Martini Bar” 2013 Amy Giacomelli
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More:
Stanford University: Alcohol policies at American universities
Kitchenettes
Purdue University | Tippecanoe County Indiana
Small Cafe Kitchen Layout Strategy
Ensuring safety and sustainability in small kitchenettes is crucial for the well-being of individuals and the environment. While specific standards may vary by location and regulations, here is a general list of safety and sustainability standards that are commonly applicable to small kitchenettes:
- Fire Safety:
- Adequate fire suppression systems (fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems).
- Fire-resistant materials in construction.
- Proper ventilation to prevent the accumulation of smoke and fumes.
- Electrical Safety:
- Compliance with electrical codes and standards.
- Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for electrical outlets.
- Regular inspection and maintenance of electrical appliances.
- Gas Safety:
- Installation and maintenance of gas appliances according to safety standards.
- Gas leak detection and emergency shut-off systems.
- Appliance Safety:
- Certification from relevant safety agencies for kitchen appliances.
- Proper installation and maintenance of appliances.
- Adequate spacing between appliances to prevent overheating.
- Ventilation and Air Quality:
- Effective ventilation systems to remove cooking odors, smoke, and pollutants.
- Use of energy-efficient ventilation systems to promote sustainability.
- Water Conservation:
- Low-flow faucets and water-efficient appliances.
- Regular maintenance to fix leaks promptly.
- Water-saving practices communicated to users.
- Waste Management:
- Separate bins for recycling and composting.
- Proper disposal of hazardous materials, such as cooking oils.
- Education on waste reduction and recycling practices.
- Energy Efficiency:
- Energy-efficient lighting and appliances.
- Use of natural light when possible.
- Regular maintenance of equipment to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Accessibility:
- Design considerations for individuals with disabilities.
- Clear pathways and accessible storage options.
- Hygiene and Sanitation:
- Adequate handwashing facilities.
- Regular cleaning and sanitation schedules.
- Pest control measures.
Specific requirements may vary based on the size of the kitchenette, its location, and the intended use. There are state, municipal and organizational variants on the nationally developed standards.
The University of Michigan: Small Group Housing Kitchen Guidelines
Ohio University: Athens Kitchens and Lounge
University of Illinois: Kitchen Planning Standards
University of Mary | Burleigh County North Dakota
Electric Service Metering
Today at 15:00 UTC we review best practice for engineering and installing the point of common coupling between an electrical service provider its and an purchasing customer among the small group of experts who invented safe electric services in the first place — the 2023 Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Applications Society in Nashville, Tennessee.
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The relevant passages of the National Electrical Code are found in Article 230 and Article 495. We calibrate our attention with the documents linked below. These are only representative guidelines:
University of Michigan Medium Voltage Electrical Distribution
Texas A&M University Medium Voltage Power Systems
University of Florida Medium Voltage Electrical Distribution
Representative standards for regulated utilities for purchased power:
Detroit Edison Primary Service Standards (Green Book)
American Electric Power: Requirements for Electrical Services
Pacific Gas & Electric Primary Service Requirements
The IEEE Education & Healthcare Facilities Committee curates a library of documents similar to those linked above.
Design of Electrical Services for Buildings
We are in the process of preparing new (original, and sometimes recycled) proposals for the 2026 National Electrical Code, with the work of Code Panel 10 of particular relevance to today’s topic:
First Draft Meetings: January 15-26, 2024 in Charleston, South Carolina
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