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

documents within the established design budget. This will be turned in as Part 2 Project Team Assignment. The Architect will email the documents to the instructor and get to them to the Contractor and Owner. 4. Beginning Part 3 of the Project Team Assignment, (Once Part 2 is completed), the plans and specifications will be given to the Construction team. The Contractor will have time to review the documents and prepare any written RFI’s, and review the project to make sure it can be built according to the requirements. RFI’s to the Architect (copy the instructor via email) are due on the date listed on the schedule.(At least one RFI from the Contractor is due as part of this assignment.) 5. RFI Responses

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

research as part of the graduate level plan of study. Unlike traditional engineeringdegrees which test theory from a quantitative or positivist position, CM programs often relate toissues that are more difficult to measure using strictly quantifiable metrics. Because themanagerial issues faced by CM graduates deal with human interaction and behavior, research inthe built environment often resembles social science research to a greater degree than traditionalscientific research. As graduate programs in CM expand, students need opportunities to gainexperience with a range of research methodologies that are available to complete valid researchon construction management issues. Previous research indicated that educators active in graduateeducation for

Conference Session

Pedagogical Approaches in Construction Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jiong Hu, Texas State University, San Marcos; Araceli Martinez Ortiz, Texas State University, San Marcos; Vedaraman Sriraman, Texas State University, San Marcos

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Construction

&McTaggart [20] was utilized to guide implementation of the research presented in this case Page 24.707.7study: 1) [carry] out a plan of action to improve what is already happening, 2) [take] actionto implement the plan, 3) observe the effects of action in the context in which it occurs, and4) reflect on these effects as a basis for further planning, and subsequent action.Research QuestionsOne of the goals of this research project was to investigate the effects of new formativeand summative assessment instruments upon student learning in the PBL-infused course.These instruments were designed and incorporated in the third offering of the

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amitabha Bandyopadhyay, State University of New York; Bala Veeramcheneni, State University of New York

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Construction

adisproportionately large positive impact on the regional economy. The paper willdocument the rational and process of economic impact analysis.Overview of the proposed Capital ImprovementThe planned $25 million capital improvement yearly to the South West Sewer District inSuffolk County will create jobs during both the construction phase and once the projectbecomes operational. Direct expenditures associated with the project will be injected intothe New York State economy and the Long Island economy in general and SuffolkCounty economy in specific and will undergo several rounds of re-spending so that theirultimate impact is a multiple of the original expenditure. This is the so called multiplieror ripple effect. Direct spending associated with such

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kris Mattila, Michigan Technological University

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Construction

constructionterminology, contracts, project delivery systems, cash flow, equipment ownership, equipmentproductivity, estimating, planning, scheduling, quality and safety. With this broad range oftopics it is difficult to cover things in depth. Therefore, it is important to illustrate topics in ameaningful manner.The author has taught the course 19 times and has tried to develop techniques that are not onlyinteresting to the student but keeps the instructor interested and excited about the material. Theexercise presented in this paper, an introduction to estimating and bidding is one of those.What is estimating and bidding?Those who have taught estimating or who have worked in the construction industry are able todescribe what estimating is. However, for 19 or 20

Conference Session

Construction 4: Construction Education Curriculum and Assessment

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ifte Choudhury, Texas A&M University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Construction

minimesterin 2015. Structuring the minimester course involved planning of readings, quizzes, discussions,home works, and exams. Quizzes were given every day, home works had to be turned in everyother day, and major exams were given every three days. The students seemed to be motivated.Their performance using all three types of evaluation measures (exams, home works, and quizzes)seemed to be better than the students who took the same course offered by the author in a regularsemester in the previous Spring.HypothesisThis study was conducted in order to find out whether the performance of students taking thecourse in a minimester had a statistically significant difference than the performance of thosetaking the same course in a regular 15-week

Conference Session

Pedagogical Approaches in Construction Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suat Gunhan, University of Texas, San Antonio

Tagged Divisions

Construction

. They are also asked to explain theirapproach (involvement) from initiation to completion of projects by being specific and givingexamples of projects from different industry segments. During presentations, the instructorguides them on presentation skills as well.Findings and AnalysisIn order to have an idea about the students’ opinion on the learning experience, a survey which iscomposed of open-ended questions is given at the end of the presentations. The author plans for Page 24.29.4   detailed evaluation with statistical analysis after

Conference Session

Methods of Teaching and Learning in Construction

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

R. Casey Cline, Boise State University; Kirsten A. Davis, Boise State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

more effectivetraining methodologies to be developed. Further, understanding training effectiveness isimportant for construction management students that will eventually be expected to providetraining for industry employees.IntroductionThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates under the rules of OSHAregulation 1926.503 that employees exposed to potential fall hazards receive training in the useof personal protective equipment and safety practices as part of its regulations governingconstruction work. Employers are required to develop and maintain fall protection plans andeducate employees of the content of those plans. Training programs must include instructingemployees on how to recognize and mitigate potential fall

Conference Session

Global and Cultural Issues in Construction

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daphene C. Koch Ph.D., Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Construction

abroad program, theoutcomes included: cultural awareness, foreign language skills, and different constructionpractices.8,9 Some of the common outcomes reported by the students include:  Greater motivation  Ability to integrate  Development of leadership and communication skills  Accessing understanding in different ways  Teamwork  Project planning  Life-long learningThe final part of the service learning experience is to ensure that the students are connecting theactivity to the academic objectives. 10 This is done by reflection activities throughout theexperience. It is important to assist the students into differentiating the learning experiences. Thereflection should connect with, but not be limited to

Conference Session

Innovative Course Developments in Construction

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chung-Suk Cho, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; David S. Cottrell Sr. P.E., University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Candace Mazze, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Sandra Loree Dika, University of North Carolina, Charlotte

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Construction

AC 2012-4503: DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING GUIDED INQUIRYMODULES IN A CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS COURSEDr. Chung-Suk Cho, University of North Carolina, Charlotte Chung-Suk Cho is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, Department of Engineering Technology. His teaching and research focus on project scope definition, preproject plan- ning, sustainable construction, project administration, construction safety, construction simulation, and project management. He has prior teaching experience at North Carolina A&T State University in con- struction management and working experience with Fluor Corporation as a Project Manager. His studies at University of Texas, Austin, resulted in a Ph.D

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lingguang Song, University of Houston; Sang-Hoon Lee, University of Houston; Junshan Liu, Auburn University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

An introductory video of the sample project and asphalt Truck travel-route animation operation Figure 2. Presentation of project data.As mentioned previously, another important aspect of presenting a case study is to encouragestudent involvement. In this application, that means involving students and allowing them playwith the data for productivity analysis and project planning. As soon as the data are gathered,many exercises can be performed, including productivity monitoring and improvement,cycle-time analysis, driver behavior analysis, and look-ahead scheduling. Figure 3 shows ananalysis of truck cycle time and productivity analysis and a

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anthony Torres, Texas State University, San Marcos; Vedaraman Sriraman, Texas State University, San Marcos

Tagged Divisions

Construction

is also unique nationwide, in that thereare only three other schools that offer the degree plan. The CIM program has been at Texas StateUniversity since 2009 and has been growing since its inception. The program is accredited by theNational Steering Committee (NSC) of CIM, which consists of top-level executives of thenational concrete industry. The NSC first developed the CIM degree in 1996 at MiddleTennessee State University and provides accreditation standards and criteria for all four schools.These accreditation criteria in turn translate into learning course outcomes that involve studentunderstanding and application of the construction methodology, project participants, deliverymethods, construction estimates and schedules. The learning

Conference Session

Construction Division Poster Session

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suat Gunhan, University of Texas, San Antonio; Jing Du, University of Texas, San Antonio

Tagged Divisions

Construction

project planning due to the collaboration requirements between wide ranges of projectparticipants. Well-structured planning phase provides effectiveness in construction as well asmaintenance/operation and demolition phases. Since the top green building constructionproviders are construction management at risk (CM at Risk) and design-build (DB) contractors,it is suggested that is necessary to explore characteristics that can be extracted from thosedelivery methods to apply into a sustainable delivery method. The findings indicate that there aremany characteristics of conventional delivery methods that can contribute to various projectphases of a sustainable project delivery. Therefore, defining a sustainable building projectdelivery method needs

Conference Session

Innovative Course Developments in Construction

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Tingerthal P.E., Northern Arizona University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

based on self-assessmentsperformed by the students. Action research, using the Kemmis Model,12 moves through a cycleof planning, action, observing and reflecting, returning back to a revised plan, followed by arepeat of the cycle. Action research is categorized as non-experimental due to the lack ofrandom assignment of treatment and a lack of control. The following process was thusdeveloped over the course of the study, with slight modifications occurring in each cycleinformed by observation and reflection.During the last week of each semester, a three-step process was initiated that included having thestudents complete a personal assessment of their own confidence with course material, areflective exercise that probes topics and a follow-up

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education II

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sofia Vidalis, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg; Joseph Cecere, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg

Tagged Divisions

Construction

AC 2008-1628: A MODEL PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN PENN STATEHARRISBURG’S CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMAND THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRYSofia Vidalis, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg Dr. Vidalis is an assistant professor of Civil Engineering at Penn State Capital College in Harrisburg, PA. She earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from the University of Florida. She has worked with Florida Design Consultants for a couple years as a Transportation Engineer. Her current research focuses on quality assurance in pavement construction and materials, construction management, and transportation planning and operations.Joseph Cecere, Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg Dr. Cecere is an

Conference Session

Trends in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Philip Dunn, University of Maine

Tagged Divisions

Construction

the last 3 years to teach aunit in pavement technology. They offered interested students to come to their lab to see howpavement is tested and processed. Several students took advantage of the opportunity. (Figure 4)Pizzagalli Construction asked if we trained students in BIM. Again, our curriculum does notaccommodate the instruction. At this time, a representative of Pizzagalli Construction came intothe classroom to demonstrate the use of BIM. CMT encourages construction professionals tocome and discuss specific topics to supplement course materials. (2)The Maine Department of Transportation, a public member of the industrial advisory boardprovides plans, standard specifications, and specials books for current projects. These materialsare

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daphene Koch, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

designed to better prepareunder-represented populations visit the campus. The MechBuild lab would become a destinationfor these visitors to learn more about the construction industry.In this College, many programs occur throughout the year to attract the best and brightest.Currently, four five-day residential camps occur during the summer with approximately 30students each session. During the week, the students participate in activities related to allprograms. The department currently has a piping activity showing how to go from plan to actualbuilding. It has received good evaluations in past summers. The MechBuild lab would allow formore developed and age appropriate learning experiences. The current events are: ≠ TOTAL (Turned on to

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

construction workers in PuertoRico. This paper contributes to the body of knowledge by increasing the understanding regardingthe current construction safety training needs in Puerto Rico and the development of a trainingmodule to make the construction industry in Puerto Rico safer for construction engineering andmanagement students who will work in the construction industry and construction workers.IntroductionIn 1970 the United States Congress passed the Occupation Safety and Health Act (OSHA). Eversince the act was passed the construction safety management practices and techniques have beencontinuously improving. Safety planning and management efforts increased because theresponsibility was placed on the employer (OSHA 1970). The construction

Conference Session

Construction Education Topics

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rui Liu, University of Texas at San Antonio; Rogelio Palomera-Arias, University of Texas, San Antonio

Tagged Divisions

Construction

% > 5 years,  68.7% 4 year,  56.30% Page 26.1502.5Figure 1 Years at UTSA. Figure 2 Years in CSM Program.Course Components and Grading StructureThe “BIM for Construction Management” course was offered as a three-credit hour electivecourse. The main target audience was senior and junior students in the CSM program, whoalready completed basic construction courses including plan reading, estimating, scheduling, andproject management. The course was structured as a lecture-lab

Conference Session

Trend in Construction Engineering Education II

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Philip Dunn, University of Maine

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Construction

). These IACs are boards of practicing professionals withina specific discipline who advise programs as to what is important for professional practice. In2003, the CMT program’s IAC identified four types of written documents to incorporate intoCET 356: the formal business letter, memos, meeting minutes, and field notes. In the CMTprogram, an ongoing case history for an on-campus building is introduced to the freshmen classthrough plans and specifications. This case history is used throughout the curriculum in severalof the discipline courses. This project is the Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC) thatincludes a combination of office space and open shop area. Using this case history, fourassignments were given to the students. During the 2004

Conference Session

BIM and Other New Construction Practices

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Althea Arnold, University of North Texas

Tagged Divisions

Construction

demographic research d. Research Environmental requirements e. Prepare a preliminary estimate and then revise the estimate in the second semester based on project progress f. Prepare a site logistics plan and site work layout plan (in phases as necessary) g. Prepare a preliminary schedule using Primavera, and revise the schedule according to work progress in the second semester h. Construct a 3-D Revit drawing of the project (or other project appropriate 3-D virtual model) i. Prepare a “green” analysis of the project.Milestones are given for each task which helps students schedule their time and stay on trackwith their project. A

Conference Session

Construction Classroom Development

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Namhun Lee, East Carolina University; Eddy Rojas, University of Washington

Tagged Divisions

Construction

used for 3D dynamic construction process simulations toeffectively manage complex construction operation processes in 3D virtualenvironments. In addition, 3D computer models have been used to increase thespeed and quality of design review. Simultaneously, 4D computer-aided designmodels as a construction tool have been developed to create more flexible anddynamic 4D simulation environments of construction progress. 4D modelingprovides a mechanism to visualize elements of 3D computer-aided design modelsbased on associated schedule intervals34. Through 4D simulation environments,project teams can virtually practice the construction of a unique artifact beforebuilding it in reality for the purpose of detailed work planning and coordination

Conference Session

Capstone and Online Courses in Construction Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James W. Jones, Ball State University; Mike Mezo, Ball State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

) and have included a youth center, fraternity house, state fairpavilion, dormitory, and planetarium, among others. Students and faculty typically meet with thedesigners and constructors and tour the ongoing project during the semester.Course requirements are centered on six major assignments that are due throughout the term. Theassignments simulate the construction process, from responding to an RFQ (Request ForQualifications) to a simulated bidding exercise to detailed estimates and site logistics planning,three oral presentations, written document submissions, and a reception for industry members.Students are graded on assignments as a team, but also conduct internal evaluations to identifyany students who do not contribute adequately. Teams

Conference Session

Construction Safety and Risk Management

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jing Du, University of Texas at San Antonio; Yilmaz Hatipkarasulu, University of Texas at San Antonio; Rui Liu, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Construction

execution (Fig4). The class was finally required to develop up to 50 risk items. Feasibility Analysis Business Planning Project Financing Project risk Conceptual Planning Pre-project planning Detailed Scope Definiton Legal/Issurance/Risk Review Desgin Project Execution Construction Facility Operations

Conference Session

Construction Materials and Technologies

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rui Liu, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Yilmaz Hatipkarasulu, University of Texas at San Antonio

Tagged Divisions

Construction

structure to deliver BIM content to servedifferent needs of the students at different computer skill level and various industry experiences.This structure can also be adapted for BIM education for experienced industry practitioners.Feedback from the students, instructor observations, and recommendations for the computerexercises are also included in the paper.Course Components and Grading StructureThe “BIM for Construction Management” course was offered as three-credit hour electivecourse. The target audience was mainly senior and junior construction majors, who alreadycompleted basic construction courses including plan reading, estimating, scheduling, and projectmanagement. Since it was the only BIM course in the curriculum at the time, the course

Conference Session

BIM and Other New Construction Practices

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daphene Koch, Purdue University; Rajeswari Sundararajan, Purdue University; Greg Lasker, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

million metric tons of carbon dioxide,representing 4.7 percent of the world’s total emissions5. At present, the share of direct energy useof households in India is about 40% of the total direct commercial and noncommercialindigenous energy use12, 13. Although India has virtually no solar power now, the plan envisagesthe country generating 20GW from sunlight by 2020. Global solar capacity is predicted to be27GW by then, according to the International Energy Agency, meaning India expects to beproducing 74% of this within just 10 years. India is considered a developing country. Oncecitizens, who are mostly agricultural workers, want to become more advanced socially andeconomically, the energy saving techniques they have implemented within their

Conference Session

Trends in Construction Engineering II

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gunnar Lucko, Catholic University of America; Michael Madden, United Space Alliance; Justin Molineaux, Catholic University of America

Tagged Divisions

Construction

for the Construction Industry Institute and the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Allicance. His e-mail address is and his web address is .Michael Madden, United Space Alliance Michael G. Madden, M.S.T.M. has over 24 years of experience at United Space Alliance, the space shuttle operations contractor for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. He has planned and scheduled the ground processing operations for both OV-105 Endeavour and OV-104 Atlantis as Senior Vehicle Engineer. More recently, as Project Leader III he is team leader for developing simulation models and decision support systems for the orbiter processing facility. As Senior Engineering Liaison

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kirsten Davis, Boise State University; R. Casey Cline, Boise State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

arerequired to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of appropriate safety practicesthrough their actions in the laboratory.Once the safety aspects have been reviewed, students are given framing plans that illustrate thecompleted steel structure. They begin by determining the locations of the four columns, basedon information on the plans. This is greatly simplified for them because they use anchor boltsthat are recessed into the floor under removable cover plates, though they do have to determinethe correct recessed anchor bolt locations. Pedestals, which serve as baseplates for the columns,are attached at the anchor bolt locations using a double nut application. While not completely insync with reality, these beginning aspects are necessary

Conference Session

Construction Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carla Lopez Del Puerto, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez; Jose J. Fontan-Pagan, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez; Omar I. Molina-Bas, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez Campus; Tim L. Mrozowski, Michigan State University

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Construction

: jose.fontan1@upr.edu http://cem.uprm.eduDr. Omar I. Molina-Bas, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez Campus Omar I. Molina Bas, Ph.D. Associate Professor and Unit Coordinator Construction Engineering and Man- agement Department of Civil Engineering and Surveying University of Puerto Rico, Mayag¨uez Campus email: omar.molina1@upr.edu http://cem.uprm.edu/molina.htmlProf. Tim L. Mrozowski, Michigan State University Tim Mrozowski A.I.A., LEED R AP BDC, is the Program Leader and a Professor of Construction Man- agement, in the School of Planning, Design and Construction at Michigan State University. He conducts research on construction management, sustainability and energy. Recent research and outreach projects include

Conference Session

Pedagogical Approaches in Construction Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anthony Torres, Texas State University, San Marcos; Vedaraman Sriraman, Texas State University, San Marcos; Evan Humphries, Texas State University - San Marcos ; Eric Adams, Texas State University, San Marcos

Tagged Divisions

Construction

teachers.Introduction to PMSThe use of PMS, in the construction industry, as a tool for managing and organizing work hasgrown and continues to grow at a rapid pace in many other industries7,11. A recent study hasshown that since 2000, over 95% of construction companies use PMS for control and planning oftheir daily activities11. Multiple studies show that if present companies want to compete intoday’s market, they must become adaptive and use information technology systems such asPMS7-10. There are a few PMS available for use in the construction industry and of these thereexist two favored PMS packages; Primavera and Microsoft Project7-11. Primavera systems(http://www.oracle.com) became available in 1983 and is today’s leading provider to theconstruction