Construction Update – October 2011
Applied Technology Center (ATC) – This new construction is approximately 64,000 SF and is being partially funded by the State of Illinois through the Capital Development Board. The facility will house the comprehensive Automotive Programs, Ford Asset, Collision Repair, Industrial Technology, and Welding. As of October 12, 2011, the project is 50% complete. Work on interior masonry walls continues, mechanical systems are beginning to be installed, and concrete floor are currently being poured. The intent is to have the facility ready for classes in fall 2012.
Front Entryway
Welding Lab Area North Compound Area
Automotive Lab Area
Wing Remodeling –The X Wing 2nd and 3rd floors have new carpet and stair treads installed. Trim work and remodeling are continuing.
3rd Floor X Wing Study Area
2nd Floor X Wing Study Area
Student Services Center – This project is approximately 96,000 SF of new space that will house all student service functions, including additional student lounge and food service space. Architects Perkins and Will have completed the design and construction documents. The project should be released for bids in mid November with bids being received by the Capital Development Board on December 15. Construction should begin in early spring 2012 pending Board approval. The intent is to have the facility completed in fall of 2013 or spring of 2014.
Fitness Center – This project is an addition to the existing Dodds Athletic Center. The completion of this project would give the College a new "state of the art" athletic facility with space for Kinesiology, dance and aerobics, strength training, an indoor walking track, new locker rooms and team rooms, and coach’s offices. Included in this project would be the remodeling of the lower level of the gymnasium. The first phase of construction is nearing completion with remodeling of the locker rooms and team rooms. The new addition site work is on schedule with the walls and floor completed. Next items will be structural steel erection and work on the new north entryway. Completion of the project is scheduled for August of 2012.
Main Locker Room
Team Locker Room
Pouring Concrete Fitness Floor
Roof Repair Phase II- The second phase of roof repair and replacement was started on August 29th. Work on the Dodds Athletic Center, the L Wing, and the M Wing are underway. New metal roof panels are being installed on sloped roof areas, and single ply rubber roofing is being installed on all flat roof areas. The contractor intends to have the majority of roofing completed prior to December 1, 2011.
Roof Valley Detail
Athletic Center Roofing
