Archived News Article - Milwaukee School of Engineering

MSOE takes first place in construction competition

Published: 10/25/2009

MSOE takes first place in construction competition

Students from Milwaukee School of Engineering traveled to Downers Grove, Ill., in October to compete in the Associated Schools of Construction Region III Student Competition. For the eighth consecutive year, MSOE's Design-Build Team took first place. They competed against more than 17 large Midwestern universities, including Purdue University, Cincinnati State, Illinois State and Michigan State.

For the competition, the team had 18 hours to completely design and estimate the costs of a $20 million ambulatory care facility, and also develop and deliver a verbal presentation to the McCarthy Building Co., the second largest hospital builder in the U.S. The McCarthy Building Co. judges commented on the completeness and excellence of the MSOE team's solution and presentation.

MSOE's Design Build team is the defending national champion, and was supported by the Associated General Contractors of Greater Milwaukee. Team members are: Kevin Depass, Charlottesville, Va.; Ryan Havron, Kenosha, Wis.; Ryan Mack, Crystal Lake, Ill.; Keenan Quick, Dousman, Wis.; Jessica Tabbert, Fond du Lac, Wis.; Lauren Wolf, Slinger, Wis. (alternate); Josh Wilsmann, Fond du Lac, Wis.; and Coach Robert Lemke.

MSOE offers bachelor's degrees in architectural engineering and construction management. The architectural engineering program prepares graduates for careers in the design and construction of buildings and building systems. Lecture and laboratory courses-led by industry-experienced faculty-integrate theory and the practical application of design principles, practices, methods and materials.

The construction management program educates students to direct building construction project activities from the owner's conception of the project until completion. Learning focuses on the technical process and resource management skills essential to construct commercial, institutional and industrial buildings on time, within budget, of high quality and safely.

MSOE is an independent university with 2,600 students. MSOE offers 17 bachelor's degrees and nine master's degrees in the engineering, engineering technology, architectural engineering and building construction, computer, business and health-related fields. The university has a national academic reputation; longstanding ties to business and industry; dedicated professors with real-world experience; and extremely high placement rates and starting salaries. MSOE graduates are well-rounded, technologically experienced and highly productive professionals and leaders.