at Illinois State University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Learning Concrete in Construction Management Course Through Bowling Ball ProjectAbstractConstruction Management programs usually offer a Materials course which includes hands-onconcrete technology laboratory involving series of experiments (e.g., compressive strength,flexural strength) to obtain strength of concrete specimens. However, Materials course lackshands-on activity discussing concrete forming, and effect of mix design and ingredients on thefresh and hardened properties of concrete. In this study, a fiber-reinforced concrete bowling ballproject was implemented in a Construction Material
development, and engineering education. Through these research topics, Raissa has been publishing papers for peer-reviewed journal and conference pro- ceedings. Also, she is part of Dr. Siyuan Song’s research lab, the Safety Automation and Visualization Environment (SAVE) Laboratory, which integrates technologies and education themes to improve build- ing performance and safety engineering.Dr. Siyuan Song, The University of Alabama Dr. Siyuan Song is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental engineering at the University of Alabama. Her research interests include Occupational Safety and Health, Training and Workforce Development, Engineering Education, Building Information Modeling
recent years, there has been a shift of pedagogicalemphasis in engineering away from the laboratory and small group sessions to lecture based andweb-based education [3]. This is thought to be due to several reasons, including larger class sizes,cost of maintenance and upgrading laboratories, and poor alignment of laboratory and lectureoutcomes [4]. On the other hand, students around the world used to learn only theory, which ledthem to have little experience in practicing what is seen in theory [5–9]. According to Shaaban,Practical experience by the hand of theory can be more advantageous for students rather thantheory alone [10]. By interacting with a professor who has had field experience, too, students canbe motivated and have a better
gardens, implementing drip irrigation systems,incorporating renewable resources such as solar panels, and integrating more quality views intobuildings should be considered.Establishing a living laboratory that educates occupants on sustainable design could be particularlybeneficial. This living laboratory not only provides valuable learning experiences for constructionmanagement students but also serves as an attractive marketing point. Eventually, the campus canaspire to become a net-zero facility, enhancing the learning and working experiences for occupantswhile empowering students to carry firsthand sustainable practices into society, therebycontributing to a more sustainable future. Construction management students will benefit the mostfrom a
student’s point of view as it relates to satisfaction and a senseof belonging, particularly in engineering technology classrooms and labs.Purpose:This paper was derived from the observations of one construction management program in theMidwest that noticed an immediate need for change related to the way that their primaryclassroom and laboratory appeared and functioned. The educators aspire to improve thesefacilities in the best interests of faculty, students, and visitors alike. The authors of this paperoutline the observations which revealed the shortfalls, explain the exploratory steps which weresubsequently taken to identify the overarching problems that existed, highlight the ways in whichfunding and resources were obtained to improve the
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, Construction curriculum, Faculty Externship. VDCIntroductionThe construction management curriculum is a blend of courses requiring hands-on laboratories,software tools, theoretical lectures, and deeper learning on project management tools. Thesetools and techniques constantly upgrade with newer technologies, computing breakthroughs, andintensifications. The American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) establishes studentlearning outcomes (slos) to standardize construction education at 2-year, 4-year, and master'sdegree programs at different institutions. While ACCE focuses more on the core concepts andtheories through its accreditation requirements, it is essential to understand that technologicaladvancements have been pivotal in managing
Purdue School of Construction Management Technology, ICON-affiliated faculty, and and Director of the Purdue Laboratory for Future-Ready Infrastructure (FuRI Lab). His research focuses on the development of innovative models for (i) assessing the level of infras- tructure flexibility, resilience and responsiveness required to manage future uncertainty, and (ii) creating optimal risk-reducing interventions for construction and infrastructure. Dr. Martani is a former Research Associate at the IBI, D-BAUG of ETH Z¨urich (2015-2021), and at the Centre for Smart Infrastructure and Construction (CSIC) of the University of Cambridge (2013-2015). He holds a PhD in Technology and Design for the Built Environment (TePAC) from
Exploring Sleep Health in Construction Students: A Pilot Study Saeed Rokooei, Raheleh Miralami, and George Ford Mississippi State University Research shows that an adequate and healthy sleep routine has a significant impact on general health and performance. Yet, the importance of sleep health is often underestimated in educational settings, as some courses may demand long hours of preparation and out-of-class work. This is especially evident in courses with physical work or laboratory activities where a set amount of time is not allocated for educational activities, and students may have to spend significant time outside
engineering education. Through these research topics, Raissa has been publishing papers for peer-reviewed journal and conference proceedings. Also, she is part of Dr. Siyuan Song’s research lab, the Safety Automation and Visualization Environment (SAVE) Laboratory, which integrates technologies and education themes to improve building performance and safety engineering.Dr. Siyuan Song, The University of Alabama Dr. Siyuan Song is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental engineering at the University of Alabama. Her research interests include Occupational Safety and Health, Training and Workforce Development, Engineering Education, Building Information Modeling, Machine Learning
7. Discuss different interior finish systems 8. Prepare (write) a technical laboratory report and site visit report 1. Apply quality management tools, techniques and standards for construction engineering.Quality Management and 2. Explain the implications of project delivery methods, contract documents, and contract language on the quality of construction projects. 3. Discuss common quality issues in life cycle of construction projects.Labor Relations 4. Describe bond, guaranty, and warranty as they
and conference proceedings. Also, she is part of Dr. Siyuan Song’s research lab, the Safety Automation and Visualization Environment (SAVE) Laboratory, which integrates technologies and education themes to improve building performance and safety engineering.Dr. Siyuan Song, The University of Alabama Dr. Siyuan Song is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental engineering at the University of Alabama. Her research interests include Occupational Safety and Health, Training and Workforce Development, Engineering Education, Building Information Modeling, Machine Learning and AI in Construction, and Construction Progress Monitoring and Simulation