The 2021 ELECTRI
International/NECA Electrical Contracting Challenge (ECIC) was won by Wayne
State University, Detroit. Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, came in second
place, and the University of Toronto ranked third out of 17 teams. Nine teams
ended up submitting final projects. The three finalists presented their projects
to a panel of NECA judges in Nashville. After answering questions, the judges
determined the winner.
The ECIC (formerly known as the Green Energy Challenge)
encourages students to think innovatively and apply problem-solving skills to
certain situations. This year, all teams were directed to assemble a new
residence hall while attending 15 classes regarding Building Information
Modeling (BIM) and estimating.
Wayne
State University’s proposal focused on innovative solutions for abiding by
social distance guidelines in a residence hall in Detroit’s Midtown area. Their
plan included reasonably priced on-campus housing, monetary organization, and
environmental support.
Iowa State proposed that a residence hall focused on
security, sustainability, and an improved user experience. A ground-based
photovoltaic system was an aspect of their net-zero option.
The University of Toronto suggested a residence hall aimed
at providing superior lighting and security systems, along with accessibility
access. A solar photovoltaic system would be implemented along with a net-zero
recommendation of solar panels.
A set of construction documents and building information
models were given to each team, which became the groundwork for the design and
virtual production. Real-world considerations were accounted for, including
cost and workforce.
First place, Wayne State, received a $4,000 prize, while
Iowa State and the University of Toronto received $3,000 and $2,000,
respectively.
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Written by the
digital marketing staff at Creative Programs & Systems: www.cpsmi.com.
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