“The greatest danger in modern technology isn’t that machines will begin to think like people,
ut that people will begin to think like machines.”
— Michael Gazzaniga
NIST Cloud Computing Standards Roadmap
The “next big thing” reveals itself in hindsight. Some areas of interest and potential advancements include:
From time to time we drill into representative design guidelines and specifications for facility classes that are present on educational campuses; including projects involving the spaces between buildings — i.e. water, pathway, power and telecommunication infrastructure.
We place particular emphasis on the “General Conditions” of these guidelines and specifications because up to 20 percent of a construction project may involve the cost of general conditions; depending upon how many disciplines are involved.
We find excesses in the General Conditions that tend to inflate contingency requirements but also shortcomings that design professionals, construction project managers and building service engineers* should know about. Facility development units will likely want to tweak design and construction documents to harmonize with the latest changes in the codes and standards that govern the safety and sustainability agenda of the education facility industry.
Tulane University School of Architecture
Building services engineers are responsible for the design, installation, operation and monitoring of the technical services in buildings (including mechanical, electrical and public health systems, also known as MEP or HVAC), in order to ensure the safe, comfortable and environmentally friendly operation.
Building services engineers work closely with other construction professionals such as architects, structural engineers and quantity surveyors.
Building services engineers influence the architectural design of building, in particular facades, in relation to energy efficiency and indoor environment, and can integrate local energy production (e.g. façade-integrated photovoltaics) or community-scale energy facilities (e.g. district heating). Building services engineers therefore play an important role in the design and operation of energy-efficient buildings (including green buildings, passive houses and zero energy buildings. uses. With buildings accounting for about a third of all carbon emissions] and over a half of the global electricity demand, building services engineers play an important role in the move to a low-carbon society; a prevailing sentiment among many educational settlements.
Update: 29 November 2024
Anatomical donation programs are supported by relatively stable best practice literature that are highly cross-referencing. The organ donation industry grows at a surprising clip and, as such, has its share of sketchy actors.
Our discussion today — at 15:00 UTC– is limited to the safety and sustainability of the support facilities for human cadavers only; with attention to the most recent construction projects.
Images:
Representative Literature:
Relevant Codes & Standards:
ASHRAE International
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM International
Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute
International Code Council
International Building Code
International Mechanical Code
International Plumbing Code
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
National Fire Protection Association
More:
American Association for Anatomy
American Association of Tissue Banks
IEEE: Virtual Reality Application in Anatomy Education: A Bibliometric Analysis and Future Direction
Anatomy Meets Architecture: Designing New Laboratories for New Anatomists
National Donor Day: February 14
Join us today at 15:00 UTC. Use the login credentials at the upper right of our home page.
“If You Can Measure It, You Can Improve It” (Lord Kelvin)
Critical Operations Power Systems
Operational Resilience of Hospital Journal Article Published Inaugural Issue
Consuting-Specifying Engineer | Risk Assessments for Critical Operations Power Systems
Electrical Construction & Maintenance | Critical Operations Power Systems
Facilities Manager | Critical Operations Power Systems: The Generator in Your Backyard
National Electrical Code: Article 110 Requirements for Electrical Installations (Section 110.5 was revised to include aluminum wiring which can cut the cost of running large chunks of campus power by 2/3rds and increase campus power reliability by cutting the cost of backup feeders)
IEEE-TV Education & Healthcare Facilities Committee
Business innovation involves creating new or improved business processes, models, or strategies to achieve organizational goals and gain a competitive advantage. It focuses on enhancing efficiency, customer experience, and overall business performance. Business innovation may encompass changes in marketing, operations, management, or other aspects of the business ecosystem.
On the other hand, technology innovation revolves around the development and application of new technologies or the improvement of existing ones. It aims to introduce novel solutions, products, or services by leveraging advancements in technology. Technology innovation can be driven by scientific research, engineering breakthroughs, or the integration of emerging technologies to address specific needs.
While business innovation is broad and encompasses various facets of organizational improvement, technology innovation specifically centers on advancements in technology and their strategic implementation. Successful companies often integrate both types of innovation to stay competitive, using business innovation to optimize processes and technology innovation to enable novel solutions and capabilities.
Noteworthy innovations relevant to the development and maintenance of the real assets of education settlements:
A British composer best known for The Planets suite Gustav Holst has had a profound impact on the Anglosphere by bridging classical music with broader cultural narratives and modernity. The Planets, with its bold orchestration and thematic explorations of astrological symbolism, has resonated deeply across English-speaking countries, shaping the orchestral landscape and inspiring generations of composers, particularly in film.
Holst’s music marries English folk influences with European classical traditions, embodying a distinctly English voice that celebrates both innovation and heritage. His works emphasize emotion and mysticism, reflecting a British identity while connecting to universal themes.
In the Anglosphere, Holst’s contributions have expanded the appreciation of orchestral music, influencing composers from Benjamin Britten to John Williams, whose iconic film scores owe much to Holst’s pioneering style. Holst’s legacy endures as a touchstone of British musical identity, evoking wonder, tradition, and a cosmic scope that resonates globally.
Sir Winston Churchill – Funeral (I Vow To Thee) – The Nation’s Farewell
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