Dept. of Architectural Engineering & Construction Science
ARE 020 – ARE Seminar
ARE 020, ARE Seminar
Professor:
Office:
Office Hours:
E-mail:
Office Phone No.:
Chris Ahern
Seaton 233
Posted by office door
cahern@ksu.edu
785-532-3559
Derek Clements
Seaton 229
Posted by office door
dclements@ksu.edu
785-532-3571
Course Description
Presentation of professional problems and practices by students, faculty, and professionals associated with the architectural
engineering industry.
Schedule
Thursdays - 4:30-5:20 pm
Dates posted at http://www.are-cns.ksu.edu/seminars
Room
Union Forum Hall (or other as noted)
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should:
1. Gain a broad understanding of professional applications for the Architectural Engineering undergraduate degree.
2. Gain an understanding of the student/national professional societies and organizations affiliated with the Architectural
Engineering industry and the personal and professional opportunities they provide for students and industry
professionals.
Evaluation
Grading Scale:
CR
NC
≥ 4 of 4 ARE Seminars
< 4 of 4 ARE Seminars
Evaluation Values:
A personal signature of attendance (or scan of student ID card) will be taken at each seminar to verify credit for that
particular seminar. Failure to sign the attendance sheet (or scan your ID) will result in no credit for that seminar date.
Students are required to attend four ARE seminars (one CNS seminar toward the required total of 4) each semester.
Attendance
Attendance is required at all four ARE seminars. However, students are allowed to use one CNS seminar as a make-up if they are
unable to attend one of the ARE seminars. All other make-up shall be approved in advance by the seminar coordinator. Prompt attendance
is required in this course, as it will be in a professional office. Sign-in will close promptly at 4:30pm, failure to have signed in by that time will
result in loss of credit for that event. The instructor may consider emergencies or other issues on a case-by-case basis. Signing the attendance
sheet for someone else is a violation of the K-State Honor System.
10 Page Research Paper (Required to make up each instance of a missed seminar)
Students shall produce a 10-page typed (double-spaced with 1” margins) paper on a topic related to architectural engineering and approved in
advance by the seminar coordinator. Students are to expand the topic they have selected as they see fit and as directed by the coordinator. This
may include but is not limited to; producing a book report from current publications and periodical articles, producing a personal experience
paper based on the topic, relating the topic to engineering advancements for society, combining topics and showing their relationship in the
Arch/Eng/Const (AEC) market, etc. Papers are due by the last day of the semester to receive CR for the current semester. If papers are not
received within the allotted time, a score of NC will be issued and result in a "hold" being placed on a student’s ability to enroll or modify
courses on ISIS. Students submitting a paper for a previous semester can submit at any time in order to have the "hold" lifted from their account.
One paper (or alternate make-up as determined by the instructor) is required for each missed seminar.
Text / Reference Materials
N/A
Classroom Policy
As in any classroom or office environment you are expected to respectful and attentive during the seminars. All cell phones, tablets, and other
electronic devices are to be turned off after any applicable scheduling announcements. Food, drinks, smoking, or chewing are strictly
prohibited. Keep the auditorium clean by properly disposing of all trash at the end of the seminar. If you are observed by the faculty
supervising that particular seminar to be sleeping or violating any of the aforementioned policies the action will be marked on the sign-in sheet
by your name and you will not receive credit for that seminar. As in all other departmental classes and the professional world, your professional
behavior is expected and anticipated at all times.
All student activities in the University, including this course, are governed by the Student Judicial Conduct Code as outlined in the Student
Governing Association By Laws, Article VI, Section 3, number 2. Students who engage in behavior that disrupts the learning environment may
be asked to leave the class.
Academic Accommodations for Disabled Students
Students with disabilities who need classroom accommodations, access to technology, or information about emergency building/campus
evacuation processes should contact the Student Access Center and/or their instructor. Services are available to students with a wide range of
disabilities including, but not limited to, physical disabilities, medical conditions, learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, depression, and
anxiety. If you are a student enrolled in campus/online courses through the Manhattan or Olathe campuses, contact the Student Access Center
at accesscenter@k-state.edu, 785-532-6441; and/or the instructor as soon as possible, preferably within the first week of the class.
Harassment Policy
It is important that you understand your rights and responsibilities regarding the University’s Sexual and Racial Harassment policies. Full text
of the policies can be found on KSU’s web site at www.ksu.edu/uauc/fhbook/fhxj.html. If you experience any situations, in or out of class, that
seem inappropriate or that make you uncomfortable, a list of resources and courses of action to assist you can be found on the College of
Engineering web site at http://www.engg.ksu.edu/harassment-statement/.
Statement Regarding Academic Honesty
Kansas State University has an Honor and Integrity System based on personal integrity, which is presumed to be sufficient assurance that, in
academic matters, one's work is performed honestly and without unauthorized assistance. Undergraduate and graduate students, by registration,
acknowledge the jurisdiction of the Honor and Integrity System. The policies and procedures of the Honor and Integrity System apply to all full
and part-time students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate courses on-campus, off-campus, and via distance learning.
The honor and integrity system website can be reached via the following URL: www.ksu.edu/honor. A component vital to the Honor and
Integrity System is the inclusion of the Honor Pledge which applies to all assignments, examinations, or other course work undertaken by
students. The Honor Pledge is implied, whether or not it is stated: "On my honor, as a student, I have neither given nor received unauthorized
aid on this academic work." A grade of XF can result from a breach of academic honesty. The F indicates failure in the course; the X indicates
the reason is an Honor Pledge violation.
Tobacco Use Policy
The College of Engineering is designated a tobacco-free workplace and the use of tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars, and smokeless
tobacco, is prohibited in any college building, facility, or vehicle. It is the responsibility of each college member (faculty, staff, or student) to
adhere to and enforce the policy, and to inform visitors of this policy. If a student, faculty member or college employee continues to disregard
the policy, he/she will be reported to the dean and may lose access privileges.
Copyright Issues
This syllabus and all course materials carry a copyright. During this course students are prohibited from selling notes to or being paid for taking
notes by any person or commercial firm without the express written permission of the professor teaching this course.
Campus Safety
Kansas State University is committed to providing a safe teaching and learning environment for student and faculty members. In order to
enhance your safety in the unlikely case of a campus emergency make sure that you know where and how to quickly exit your classroom and
how to follow any emergency directives. To view additional campus emergency information go to the University's main page, www.k-state.edu,
and click on the Emergency Information button.
Disclaimer: The instructor reserves the right to modify and/or add to this syllabus as necessary.