Conference Session

Construction 1: Special Topics in Construction Education: BIM, Simulation, Sustainability, and Safety

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saeed Rokooei, University of Nebraska, Lincoln at Omaha; James D. Goedert Ph.D., P.E., University of Nebraska, Durham; Asregedew Kassa Woldesenbet, University of Nebraska, Lincoln at Omaha

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Construction

. Thus, Group A, whichhad prior knowledge, included senior and junior construction students while Group B mostlyconsisted of freshman students. The majority of both groups were male students (93%).Previous Virtual Learning Experience:Previous encounters with virtual learning or educational simulation applications can influencestudents’ perceptions about the impact and capabilities of simulations and help them to embracethese tools rapidly. Although a majority of both groups did not have previous experience withsimulation applications, Group B indicated more unfamiliarity, as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Previous virtual learning experience Previous Experience with Virtual Learning and Simulation

Conference Session

Construction 1: Special Topics in Construction Education: BIM, Simulation, Sustainability, and Safety

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eddie Rivera Olivencia, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Carla Lopez Del Puerto, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Jose L. Perdomo, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Antonio A. Gonzalez-Quevedo P.E., University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez

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Construction

Implementation Survey Development Figure 1: Research Methodology Phases(Rivera Olivencia and Lopez del Puerto 2016)professionals. Once the interviews phase was completed and the data gathered was analyzed theauthors went on the field and conducted a survey to construction workers in different sitesaround the island. These results assisted the authors on the development of the training module.For the first phase the authors targeted safety managers, safety directors, supervisors andcoordinators for this phase. Health and Safety Specialists from Puerto Rico OSHA were alsocontacted to participate in the interviews. The participants were divided in two groups;Construction Company Managers (CCMs) and PR

Conference Session

Construction 1: Special Topics in Construction Education: BIM, Simulation, Sustainability, and Safety

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jamie R. Metzinger, Purdue University; Jessica Anderson Cabral, Purdue University; Bradley Louis Benhart, Purdue University; Patti Morgan, Purdue University; Scott Douglas Santon, Purdue University

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Construction

thinking skills in order to apply construction knowledge in a holistic, sustainable manner. Summarizing and expanding upon the UN’s learning outcomes, Lozano, Ceulemans, &Scarff Seatter, (2015) developed four learning outcomes for SDE specifically related to corporateorganizations: 1. Understand organizations, their elements, and their attitudes, and how they influence and contribute to sustainability; 2. Understand the different types of change and how they can be managed in the corporate sustainability context; 3. Be able to recognize drivers, barriers to change, and strategies to overcome the barriers in a sustainability context within the organization; and 4. Critically reflect on

Conference Session

Construction 1: Special Topics in Construction Education: BIM, Simulation, Sustainability, and Safety

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yilei Huang, South Dakota State University

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Construction

project to demonstrate the use of BIM in various CM subjects11, 12.The CM program at Arizona State University offered Introduction to BIM as a 1-credit computerapplication course to teach the concept of BIM process and applications of BIM software6. Theprogram further offered a 1-credit BIM lab to accompany the CM capstone course ProjectManagement. The BIM lab covered a range of BIM-related CM topics including site logisticsvisualization, model-based estimating, 4D scheduling, and clash detection using a variety ofcommercial packages such as Revit, Navisworks, SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu, and DESTINIProfiler. The capstone course itself also incorporated BIM contents on developing a BIMExecution Plan7.The CM program at University of Texas at San

Conference Session

Construction 1: Special Topics in Construction Education: BIM, Simulation, Sustainability, and Safety

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pranshoo Solanki P.E., Illinois State University

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Construction

evaluated through the course evaluation and surveyquestionnaire. The specific survey questions are as follows:Q-1 Green Concrete project helped you in understanding sustainability concepts.Q-2 Hands-on-activities through Green Concrete project increased student participation andimproved student learning in this course.Q-3 In the future, this course should continue Green Concrete project.Q-4 Green Concrete project presentation and report improved your learning in this course.Q-5 I am able to accurately define what is meant by sustainable design practice in constructionprojects.Q-6 The lessons in this course provided me with an awareness of sustainable design practices.Q-7 I tried to relate material covered in lecture(s) to group project assignment.Q

Conference Session

Construction 3: Beyond the Academy: Leveraging Partnerships, Internships, and Outreach

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University ; Musibau Adeola Shofoluwe, North Carolina A&T State University; Rico Kelley Jr., North Carolina A&T State University ; Evelyn R. Sowells, North Carolina A&T State University; Robert B. Pyle, North Carolina A&T State University

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Diversity

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Construction

, whileunderemphasizing the soft skills needed for the industry 4. Consequently, a significant gap existsbetween construction management programs and the demands of current professional practice.Undergraduate programs have to make changes to ensure that their CM graduates are job-readyupon graduation 1. In an effort to advance professional development, accreditation organizationssuch as ABET, Inc. have developed criteria that place emphasis on outcomes associated withteamwork, ethics, communication, understanding of engineering impacts, passion for life-longlearning, and knowledge of contemporary issues. Administrators and faculty members ofConstruction Management programs are actively seeking for effective strategies forstrengthening the soft skills of

Conference Session

Construction 3: Beyond the Academy: Leveraging Partnerships, Internships, and Outreach

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kamalesh Panthi, East Carolina University; Donna A. Hollar, East Carolina University; George C. Wang P.E., East Carolina University

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Construction

management students were surveyed to determine theirperception on the appropriate quantity of work hours comprising their internship, and the jobtasks assigned. Whereas, all parties expressed value in having students involved in management-related functions, only 1 in 4 students reported these types of tasks were actually performedduring their internships.Findings of this study provide construction management educators and construction industryrepresentatives with relevant information for curriculum and internship program development.Additionally, the results aid students majoring in construction management to evaluate internshipopportunities critically so they are best prepared for full-time employment at graduation.Keywords: ACCE, Construction

Conference Session

Construction 4: Construction Education Curriculum and Assessment

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Luciana de Cresce El Debs, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Mark Shaurette, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Denise McAllister Wilder NCIDQ, Purdue Polytechnic Institute

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Construction

(ID) programs as can be seen in table1. Table 1 – Requirements for collaboration and multidisciplinary interaction in AEC accrediting bodies Accrediting Requirement Student Outcomes and Program AEC related field Organization Requirements Construction ACCE6 • Apply construction management skills as a member of a Management (CM) multidisciplinary team. Civil Engineering (CE) ABET7 • An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams • Understanding of the

Conference Session

Construction 3: Beyond the Academy: Leveraging Partnerships, Internships, and Outreach

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James W. Jones, Ball State University

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Construction

developing.For programs that require design reviews or other presentations, facilities personnel are oftenreadily available for participation. By serving as an external expert, students are able to gain thepractitioner perspective without having to bring personnel in from outside campus. The author’sprogram has also effectively used facilities personnel in the preparation of student competitiveteams. Similarly, programs that have industry mentorship components in classes might explorethe possibility of having campus facilities personnel serve in these roles. Others 1, 2, 3, 4 havenoted the importance of involving industry in realistic and challenging capstone engineeringcourses.As noted by Varma 5, practitioners can be effectively used as adjunct

Conference Session

Construction 2: Teaching Using Projects, Case Studies, and Service Learning

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Denise Diana Gravitt, Western Illinois University

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Construction

instruction on critical thinking skills (Order No. 9516051). Available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. (304132866). Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/304132866?accountid=149824. Burton, E. J. (1996). Small group debates and the move towards a learner centered education (Order No. MM09661). Available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. (304240902). Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/304240902?accountid=149825. Allison, A. (2006). Preparing our graduates for a lifetime of learning. American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, 70(1), 1-2.6. Swu-Jane, Lin, and Stephanie Y. Crawford (2007. An online debate series for first-year Pharmacy students. American Journal of

Conference Session

Construction 2: Teaching Using Projects, Case Studies, and Service Learning

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert B. Austin, Bowling Green State University

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Construction

, 2017Re-engineering Bowling Green State University’s Construction Management Capstone AbstractAn internal review of Bowling Green State University’s Construction Management programrevealed shortcomings which were inconsistent with the University’s aim for high studentengagement. After interviewing faculty and industry partners, analyzing students’ historicalperformance on a third-party skills test, and reviewing student feedback, instructional methodswere revised for the capstone course. Revised instruction methods focused on lectures anddiscussions, problem based learning assignments, and testing and were intended to 1) betterprepare students for their transition to industry, 2) instill life

Conference Session

Construction 4: Construction Education Curriculum and Assessment

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachel D. Mosier, Oklahoma State University; Heather N. Yates, Oklahoma State University; John Robert Reck, Oklahoma State University

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Construction

of standardized testing is still very popular in higher education. This study seeksto determine if using the ACT or the ALEKS composite predicts success in engineering andtechnology fields. More specifically, do standardized math placements tests predict success infuture math, physics and engineering based courses?Discussion:Students in Construction Management Technology (CMT) ALEKS and ACT scores werecompared with grades in science, math, and engineering courses. Data was collected in thefollowing classes MATH 2123/2144 (Calculus for Technology 1/Calculus 1), MATH 2133/2153(Calculus for Technology 2/Calculus 2), PHYS 1114/2014 (Algebra based Physics 1/Calculusbased Physics 1), PHYS 1214/2114 (Algebra based Physics 2/Calculus based Physics 2

Conference Session

Construction 2: Teaching Using Projects, Case Studies, and Service Learning

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Alan Bugg P.E., Auburn University; Wesley Collins, Auburn University; Scott William Kramer, Auburn University

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Diversity

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Construction

study of over22,000 undergraduate students in the United States, with the stated goals of (1) exploring thecomparative effects of service learning and on the cognitive and affective development ofcollege undergraduates, and (2) enhance the understanding of how learning is enriched byservice. The study found that the single most important factor associated with a positive servicelearning experience is the student’s degree of interest in the subject matter, how the experienceenhances the understanding of academic course materials, and if the service is viewed as alearning experience.Batie (2007) describes a service learning course completed at East Carolina University with thepurpose of allowing “students to experience the realities of renovation

Conference Session

Construction 2: Teaching Using Projects, Case Studies, and Service Learning

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Justin Earl Weidman, Brigham Young University ; Clifton B. Farnsworth, Brigham Young University

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Construction

. This semester youcan expound the items you will use if you so choose. The maximum budget is $5.00. (Any changes to thiswill require a signed change order by instructor!) In addition, you can use any materials that theOWNER can successfully negotiate from an outside party at no cost.INSTRUCTIONSNOTE: All submissions (except the final product) from any group must be turned into the instructor aswell as to the other parties involved. 1. Groups of 3 students will be selected. Each of you will be assigned a role of either Owner, Architect (Designer/Consultant), or Contractor (Project Manager/Builder). 2. The first day of this project some of you will be assigned to be an Owner. Your task that is due 1 week from the class period

Conference Session

Construction 4: Construction Education Curriculum and Assessment

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ifte Choudhury, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Construction

. Academic performance for both the groups was done using six assignments ten quizzesand three tests during the semester. The final grade was a weighted average of the assignments,quizzes, and tests. The assignments were worth 30 percent, the quizzes were worth 10 percent, andthe tests were worth 60 percent of the total. Total numerical grade obtained by a student wasconverted to letter grade using the system shown in Table 1.Table 1: Grading system Numerical grade in percentage Letter grade 90 -100 A 80-89 B 70-79

Conference Session

Construction 3: Beyond the Academy: Leveraging Partnerships, Internships, and Outreach

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer A. Warrner, Ball State University; James W. Jones, Ball State University

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Construction

Conference Session

Construction 4: Construction Education Curriculum and Assessment

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark Shaurette, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Construction

Managementcontains several articles describing both experimental and alternative approaches to constructionresearch that can serve as useful reference material. Table 1 lists the range of methodologies andapproaches described. While this list is by no means exhaustive it does show the breadth ofresearch tools with which graduate students should be exposed in their education.In addition to an introduction to multiple methodologies, students need to understand thelimitations inherent in each. Because validation of research results is necessary in order to obtaintrue meaning or application of the research, learning differing methods of validation is alsoimportant in preparation for the execution of scholarly work21. For example multiple cycles oftesting may be