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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Luciana Debs, Purdue University; Claudio Martani, Purdue University

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-specified outcomes and provides consistency for the general education of undergraduateprograms at Purdue university. Furthermore, the course aligns with the requirements of commonconstruction-related accreditation bodies, such as the American Council for ConstructionEducation (ACCE) [6] and the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)[7], by providing discussions related to ethics and risk management.The course is a lecture-based, 3-credit hour course. Two one-hour and fifteen-minute lectures perweek were scheduled for the course for the Fall 2022 semester. Through over 29 biweeklyclasses and book discussions, the instructors utilized: (i) architectural history as a background todiscuss the relationship between the changes in

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Construction Engineering Division: Curriculum Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Jayne Hitt, New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering; Steve Bertasso, New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering

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Paper ID #46757Educating for DEI in Construction Engineering: Translating Findings onDisability Considerations on Worksites into Pedagogy and Course ContentProf. Sarah Jayne Hitt, New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering Dr. Sarah Jayne Hitt is the Lead for Transferable Skills at the Centre for Advanced Timber Technology and Founding Professor of Liberal Studies at the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering in Hereford, UK. She specializes in curriculum development as well as integrating ethics, sustainability, and communication into engineering education, and serves as project manager for the Engineering

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Broadening Perspectives in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Muritala Hassan Ayinla Mr., University of Central Missouri; MariEtta Joleen Watson, University of Central Missouri

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corruption emerge as the underlying factors behind the escalating numberof tragic incidents. This research aims to equip construction students, professionals, andmanagers with a comprehensive understanding of potential causes and preventive measures toprotect lives and property. The findings underscore the importance of prioritizing quality,honesty, standard, safety, and human life in building construction practices. Furthermore, thestudy emphasizes to construction engineering students the implications of disregardingconstruction code of ethics such as integrity, honesty, safety, transparency, competence,accountability, and professionalism.Keywords: Building collapse, quality gap, construction, distressedINTRODUCTIONBuilding collapses pose a

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Construction Engineering Division: Best of Construction

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Namhun Lee, Central Connecticut State University; Thomas SJ Kim, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Jiyong Choi, Central Connecticut State University

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to leadership roles [7]. Similarly,minority groups face systemic obstacles, including cultural biases and a lack of role models,which hinder career progression [8]. As a result, as the construction sector becomes increasinglyglobalized and complex, the need for DEI has grown, not only for ethical reasons but also todrive innovation and problem-solving [9].To address these systemic issues, higher education institutions play a crucial role in shaping thefuture workforce of the construction industry. Many universities have implemented initiatives toaddress enrollment gaps and foster inclusive learning environments. For example, programsaimed at increasing minority student participation in STEM fields have improved retention andgraduation rates

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Behnam Shadravan, Florida A&M University

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individual project has many different aspects. In that case, the instructor hasfound that the outcome is better if the work is divided into small sections and assigned to anotherteam or individual. For instance, the projects which include ethical, environmental, and politicalaspects of construction are divided into smaller pieces. The students’ work resulted in a deeperand more detailed investigation of the assigned topics than similar projects. In addition, thestudents will learn more from peers during the presentation by this method. Also, they practiceworking as a part of a larger team, which can be the entire class.An example is a project to understand the interdisciplinary nature of construction projects andencounter the students with logical

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Student Engagement in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hariharan Naganathan, Wentworth Institute of Technology; John Cribbs Ph.D., Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Construction HoloLens, model and let students the students can5 Project Synchro, Revit identify the issues in identify within Scheduling Models Construction sequencing the timeframe provided Provide games in VR Assess how that students make many levels the Unity/ Unreal6 Estimating ethical decisions to move students can Engine to the next level

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Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Luciana Debs, Purdue University; Alex Souza; Fernando Romero Moraes, University of Massachusetts Amherst

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responsibilities and qualifications (n=29)In terms of qualifications, given that these roles seem to interface with internal and externalclients, communication (n=21) is the most demanded skill, followed closely by general computerskills (n=20) and interpersonal skills (n=18). Leadership is required for 12 positions and seem tobe mostly aligned with those that focus clearly on lean and change management. About one thirdof the positions also highlighted the need for sound ethical principles (n=10) and databaseknowledge or management (n=12). Moreover, despite several positions being lean-focused, theknowledge of lean tools is only required by four job postings, suggesting that employersunderstand they might need to train employees for these roles.Innovation

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Construction Engineering Division: Career Preparation

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jonathan Robert Gomes, Roger Williams University; Amine Ghanem, Roger Williams University; Christina Marra, Roger Williams University; Gabriella Elisabeth Cruz, Roger Williams University

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colleges/universities.Another benefit is that CTE programs can enhance valuable skills such as work ethics,perseverance, and communication. These valuable skills can lead to an increase in life outcomesfor CTE students [29]. CTE classrooms are a blend of academic and real-world experiences, aswell as hands-on training. These components are essential for success in the labor force post-graduation [30]. The direct learning in the classroom CTE students endure helps strengthen thenon-cognitive skills students will use in any job.Evidence of the success of vocational/ CTE educationThe success of vocational students after joining the workforce is demonstrated in the job growthrate of different occupations in the construction industry. According to the