Co-op Rotation 2
Kyle
Experience Information
Employer: Trane
Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Intern
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: Yes
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
Trane is a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) company that specializes in the controls of HVAC systems. Through controlling the desired system and using energy efficient equipment, Trane is able to achieve great energy savings for their customers. Trane is a large company with many locations nationally and globally.
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
One of the main tasks I completed during this co-op rotation was creating and managing graphics for completed projects. Graphics include floor plans, water systems, and air handlers. It was my job to ensure graphics were ready for technicians when it was time for them to program the graphic and get it ready for the customer to use. Another task I performed was creating record drawings. This entailed going into the drawings created by one of the project engineers and making changes. The changes made were a result of a technician realizing that something isn't portrayed accurately in the drawings while in the field. They would then mark up the drawings and give them to me to update.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
I gained knowledge on HVAC systems and how these systems are controlled through this experience. Actually going into the drawings and making changes (instead of simply looking at the drawings for use in other tasks) enabled me to understand much more about the systems as a whole.
Favorite Part of the Experience
My favorite part of this co-op experience was working with the team of project engineers. Help was readily available from each of them, and they are a great group to work with.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
This co-op experience has further increased my interest in pursuing a career in this field in the future.