What is ACE??
It stands for Architecture, Construction & Engineering. These are the three primary fields within the huge industry responsible for developing the built environment, including roads, tunnels, dams & bridges, and buildings of all sorts.
What do Architects do?
Architects design the project. The Architect is usually the primary design contact with the owner of the property, and they normally take the lead role in design. Architecture is a blend of science and art, and there are many varying jobs within the field of architecture.
What do Engineers do?
There are many kinds of engineers, just as there are many kinds of doctors, each specializing in one or more aspects of engineering, such as structural or electrical. Engineers normally work through the Architect. Engineering is a creative application of science and mathematics.
What do Contractors do?
Contractors are the companies that convert the design work of the Architecture & Engineers into physical reality. There are General Contractors, who usually work directly for the owner, and Subcontractors like electricians and plumbers, who work for the General Contractor. Just as the Architect takes the lead in the design, the General Contractors takes the lead in the construction. There are various different careers within the construction field.
What is the ACE Mentoring Program? It is a volunteer program sponsored by companies in the Architecture, Construction, & Engineering fields, designed to educate young adults about the industry and assist them in making career decisions.
Who are the ACE Mentors?
They are all people in the field.
When does this program take place?
After school every other week on (WEDNESDAYS) from 4 PM to 6 PM in B100 however there are times throughout the year that the meetings will be off campus, and the ACE Program does provide transportation to and from the event back to Samohi. During the first phase of the program (1st semester) the meetings will be every other Wednesday, however in the second phase of the program (2nd semester) students will be meeting every week on Wednesdays.
Who can join?
Any students that are expressing interest in any of these fields. It is FREE!!
What is in it for the students? They get real first hand experience through field trips, the mentors themselves, and participate in building a design in the second phase of the program that will be part of a competition. To make it even more attractive the ACE mentors provide dinner including, pizza and soda for the students in the program when they have meetings!!!!
Who do I go to if I have more questions regarding A.C.E.?
Come see Mrs. Hinojosa in B101 or email judith.hinojosa@smmusd.org.
CALENDAR
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ACE Health Form
Field Trip Release Form
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