


Stormwater Compliance Course Development
Learners will develop training materials for Stormwater 101 and Stormwater 201 courses under the Registered Apprenticeship Program, aligning with EPA, CDPHE, and Front Range MS4 permit requirements. Materials will support in-person or virtual delivery for up to 15 participants, covering erosion control, SWPPP fundamentals, BMP phasing, inspection protocols, and documentation. Templates and regulatory guides will be provided to simplify compliance tasks. Learners will focus on English materials, with Spanish translations handled by provided resources, ensuring alignment with environmental science or civil engineering skills for a single-discipline team.

Competitor Analysis & Market Landscape Report
Analyze stormwater/compliance SaaS competitors for SmartComplAI’s positioning. Learners will research five competitors, compare features/pricing, conduct SWOT analysis, identify market gaps, and recommend differentiation, applying business intelligence skills. Competitor lists, research templates, and market data will be provided to guide learners.

Intro to EPA & State Permit Research for SmartComplAI
Examine EPA and one state’s permit structure to aid SmartComplAI’s expansion. Learners will map regulations, compare with CDPHE COR400000, propose one ClearFlow overlay, and summarize SWPPP trends, applying basic policy research skills. Video tutorials, term glossaries (e.g., CDPHE, SWPPP), templates, and database access will link tasks to introductory environmental policy coursework.

SmartComplAI Pitch Deck & Investment Materials
Develop a 10–12 slide pitch deck for SmartComplAI to attract investors. Learners will create visual storytelling of problem, solution, market, and traction, including charts and screenshots, using slide design tools, applying business strategy skills. Branding assets and market data will be provided.

SmartComplAI Demo Video Production
Create a 2–3 minute polished demo video showcasing SmartComplAI’s compliance platform. Learners will develop a script, produce visuals, and add narration tailored for CDPHE/investors using video production tools, applying multimedia skills. Branding assets and platform access will be provided.

SmartComplAI User Guide Video Series
Produce a step-by-step video series for SmartComplAI users. Learners will create how-to videos on submitting inspections, uploading SWMPs, completing corrective actions, and offline use, with voiceovers and captions, using video editing tools. Branding assets and platform access will be provided.

SmartComplAI Website Design & Development
Create a public landing website for SmartComplAI with branding. Learners will design and develop Home, Features, and Contact pages, ensuring responsiveness and SEO readiness using Webflow or HTML/CSS, applying web design skills. Branding assets and Figma templates will be provided.

CDPHE Rule Engine Visual Debugging Tool
Build a visual debugging tool for SmartComplAI’s CDPHE rule engine. Learners will develop a testing interface, create inspection input review functionality, and design visual output comparisons using Node.js and React, applying developer tool skills. API access and design templates will be provided.

5-Day Report Generator + Export Tool
Develop a tool for SmartComplAI to generate and export 5-day compliance reports. Learners will design a UI/UX for PDF generation, implement download/email features, and create a form-based editor using React and jsPDF, applying frontend skills. Platform access and design templates will be provided.

Compliance Dashboard Metrics Design
Design a compliance dashboard for SmartComplAI to visualize metrics. Learners will create mockups/wireframes, develop compliance percentage logic, and design alerts/waivers visuals using React and Figma, applying data visualization skills. Platform access and design templates will be provided to support learners.

Post-Storm Inspection Trigger System
Develop a backend system for SmartComplAI to trigger post-storm inspections. Learners will implement weather/time detection logic, create an inspection queue, and design UX alerts using Node.js, applying backend scheduling skills. Weather API access and UX templates will be provided to support learners.

Mobile Offline Mode Enhancement (MVP+)
Enhance SmartComplAI’s mobile app for offline inspection capture. Learners will implement offline data capture, develop a robust sync strategy, and integrate fallback logic using React Native, applying mobile optimization skills. Test devices, detailed sync logic guides, and access to staging environments will be provided to ensure learners can effectively test and refine functionality.

Final Stabilization Log UX & Field Logic
Design a user-friendly stabilization log interface for SmartComplAI. Learners will create a report entry form, integrate GPS/photo tagging, and implement vegetation percentage logic using React Native, applying UX and logic design skills. Figma templates and test environments will be provided.

SWMP Data Model & Upload Logic Prototype
Design a MongoDB data model and upload logic for SmartComplAI’s SWMP versions. Learners will create a schema, implement form/file validation, and improve UX wireframes using MongoDB and UX tools, applying data modeling skills. Database access and UX templates will be provided.

Inspection Workflow Testing & QA Automation
Develop and automate QA tests for SmartComplAI’s inspection workflows. Learners will create test scripts for mobile/web inspections, unit tests for CAL/inspection logic, and field validation checks using Jest and Selenium, applying QA skills. Test environment access and setup guides will be provided.

SmartComplAI Documentation & User Guide Pack
Create comprehensive documentation for SmartComplAI’s compliance platform. Learners will develop an architecture map, admin/user onboarding guides, and inspection/SWMP workflow manuals using Markdown and Google Docs, applying technical writing skills. Templates and platform access will be provided to support learners.

ClearFlow CO DevOps Setup and Automation
Configure and automate ClearFlow CO’s deployment infrastructure using Hetzner and MongoDB. Learners will set up automated deployments, document server setup, and create database backup/restore scripts, applying DevOps skills. Comprehensive Hetzner/MongoDB tutorials and credentials will be provided to ensure accessibility for learners.

SmartComplAI Backend Feature Development
Develop specific backend features for SmartComplAI’s compliance platform using Node.js and MongoDB. Learners will implement Postmark email notifications, create a 24/5-day report export tool, and test functionality, applying classroom skills in backend development. Detailed API documentation and compliance guidelines will be provided to support learners.

SmartComplAI Frontend UI Enhancement and Branding Update
Enhance SmartComplAI’s frontend interface to improve usability and visual consistency for stormwater compliance users. Learners will use React, Figma, and CSS to refine UI components, update branding, and ensure forms meet user needs. Through iterative design, usability testing, and feedback, learners will create an intuitive interface for engineers and contractors. Additional guidance on compliance standards will be provided to support skill application.

SmartComplAI: Discovering Key Buyers in MS4-Regulated Industries
Conduct market research and customer discovery to help SmartComplAI better understand the needs, workflows, and compliance pain points of organizations subject to MS4 stormwater regulations—including municipalities, nontraditional institutions (e.g., universities, airports), and large construction companies. Tasks & Activities Learners Will Engage In: Identify and segment target customers within the three priority sectors. Research MS4 regulatory requirements and how they impact different organizations. Conduct stakeholder interviews (where possible) to explore pain points and internal decision-making workflows. Analyze data from interviews, industry reports, or public documents. Summarize findings in a concise, actionable format that supports go-to-market strategy and product refinement. Expected Deliverables: Customer persona profiles for 3–5 key stakeholder types. Sector-specific summaries outlining compliance challenges, procurement pathways, and decision-making structures. A short report or slide deck summarizing findings and recommendations for next steps in customer engagement and product positioning.

Latin@s+ Website Development Project
Latin@s+ is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the Latinx community through various programs and events. The organization seeks to enhance its online presence by developing a user-friendly and visually appealing website. The current website lacks the necessary features to effectively communicate the nonprofit's mission and engage with its audience. The goal of this project is to design and develop a new website that not only showcases Latin@s+'s mission, programs, and events but also provides an accessible platform for donors, volunteers, and community members to interact and engage. The project will involve creating a cohesive design that reflects the organization's values and ensures easy navigation for users. The website should be optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring accessibility for all users.

Coworking & event space Layout Optimization
We have been serving customers for decades, and we would like to increase sales in our store. We believe that changing the layout of our shop could lead to more revenue per customer. We would like to collaborate with students to generate profitable layouts for our store. This will involve several different steps for the students, including: Familiarizing themselves with our services. Researching commonly used floor plans for working spaces. Considering factors such as traffic flow, customer behaviour, product placement, displays, and customer amenities. Creating a blueprint of a recommended store layout. Bonus steps in the process would also include: Recommending changes to improve our site’s accessibility.

Go-To-Market Strategy & Industry Outreach Plan
Develop a go-to-market strategy for SmartComplAI targeting MS4s, contractors, and consultants. Learners will identify buyer personas, create outreach strategies, draft email copy, and recommend top 10 channels using marketing tools, applying strategic marketing skills. Market research and templates will be provided.

State-Specific Stormwater Management Resource Library
The project aims to address the challenge of navigating the complex landscape of stormwater management regulations across the United States. Businesses often struggle with compliance due to the varied requirements and documentation needed for each state. By creating a comprehensive library of stormwater management documents, inspection forms, and compliance guides, this project seeks to streamline the process for businesses. The goal is to compile and organize resources for all 50 states, ensuring that businesses can easily access the necessary permits, forms, and best practices. This will ultimately improve compliance efficiency and reduce the risk of non-compliance penalties. The project will involve researching state-specific regulations, gathering relevant documents, and organizing them into a user-friendly digital library.

Training Module Development
Our company provides regular training for clients, so they are up-to-date on ethics and environmental standards as well as changes within the industry. We would like to collaborate with students to examine our company’s training programs and recommend areas for further training and development. Tasks may involve: Familiarizing themselves with our company’s training programs and their objectives, templates, and implementations. Conducting research on corporate training programs of other organizations. Analyzing data from employee interviews and surveys regarding training. Identifying topics of future training such as those related to new employee training, new product training, security procedure training, leadership development, diversity training, mentorship programming, or sexual harassment training. Recommending next steps for improving our company’s training programs.

Mobile App Development
Our company advertises thousands of products online. We use an app to connect with our customers. We would like to collaborate with students to implement some app updates. These updates will help us provide new features and fix bugs. This will involve several different steps for the students, including: Familiarizing themselves with our platform, products and services. Identifying updates that should be added to our app. Implementing and documenting changes. Recommending areas for future app improvement.

Community Engagement and Outreach Plan for Non-Profit Organizations
The main goal for the project is to develop a community engagement and outreach plan for non-profit organizations, specifically for ECS, to increase awareness and involvement in their environmental consulting services. This will involve creating strategies to connect with the community, promote their services, and build lasting relationships with potential clients and partners.

Operational Procedures Documentation
The main goal of this project is to compile and formalize ECS Digital's operational procedures into a comprehensive written guide. This initiative aims to document the internal processes currently known intuitively by the management team. By achieving this, the project seeks to ensure operational consistency, enhance performance, and uphold the highest quality standards across all areas of the business.

Written Content Editing
The main objective of this project is to engage students in a collaborative effort to edit and review written materials for ECS Digital, ensuring these communications are clear, accurate, and professionally presented. This initiative aims to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the organization's documentation and promotional content, aligning with its commitment to excellence and precision in environmental compliance solutions for the construction industry. Problem to be Solved: Learners will address the challenge of elevating the clarity, accuracy, and professionalism of ECS DIGITAL's written materials. This involves a comprehensive review process, identifying and correcting grammatical errors, verifying factual content, and ensuring consistency across documents. The task extends to refining the organization's approach to written communication, setting standards for future materials. Expected Outcome: Organizational Familiarization: Gain a thorough understanding of ECS DIGITAL Compliance, its mission, services, and campaigns to ensure written materials accurately reflect the organization's ethos and objectives. Improvement Identification: Analyze existing documents to identify areas for improvement in clarity, tone, and structure. Grammar Correction: Conduct detailed grammar checks to correct mistakes and enhance the readability of the texts. Accuracy Verification: Verify the factual accuracy of content, ensuring all information is current, correct, and consistent with industry standards. Citation Review: Check citations for accuracy and consistency, ensuring all referenced materials are properly attributed and sourced. Guideline Development: Create comprehensive writing and editing guidelines to standardize the approach to creating written materials for ECS DIGITAL, aiding future content creation efforts. By the end of the project, learners are expected to have significantly improved the quality of ECS DIGITAL's written materials, establishing a foundation for clear, accurate, and impactful communication. This collaborative effort will not only enhance the organization's professional image but also contribute to more effective outreach and engagement with its target audience in the construction industry.

Newsletter Development
Problem to be Solved: Learners will tackle the challenge of designing a newsletter that is both informative and engaging, ensuring that the content is presented in a clear, concise, and visually appealing manner. They will need to curate content that accurately reflects the advancements and achievements of ECS Digital, making sure it resonates with the target audience and encourages further interaction with the brand. Expected Outcome: Content Curation: Compile relevant updates, including details on upcoming launches, feature enhancements, new add-ons, and other noteworthy developments within ECS Digital. Design and Layout: Create a newsletter layout that is visually appealing, easy to navigate, and aligns with ECS Digital's branding guidelines. Copywriting: Craft compelling copy that clearly communicates each update, maintaining a tone that is consistent with the brand's voice. Engagement Strategies: Incorporate elements designed to increase reader engagement, such as calls-to-action, links to further resources, and opportunities for feedback. Distribution Plan: Develop a strategy for distributing the newsletter to an extensive and relevant audience, utilizing email marketing tools and techniques to maximize reach and impact.