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Construction Engineering Division: Best of Construction

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tejal Mulay, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Doreen Kobelo Regalado, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Mohamed Khalafalla, Florida A&M University - Florida State University

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throughactivities that involve concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, andactive experimentation [5]. Summer camps, in particular, serve as effective platforms for thismodel, as they provide immersive environments that blend structured learning with real-worldapplications. Studies by Yilmaz et al. and Hammack et al. have demonstrated that STEM-focusedcamps foster a lasting interest in engineering and related fields, especially when activities includefield trips, direct industry engagement, and project-based learning [6-7].Construction Engineering in STEM Outreach: The integration of construction engineeringconcepts into STEM outreach programs can provide students with a clearer understanding of thedesign and implementation

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Behnam Shadravan, Florida A&M University

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. The problem is that mosteducators need to reflect on the claims. The estimates below are not precise as they are related tothe students who show their worries or share with the educator. Notably, there might be concernsfrom both sides.The complaints related to stronger studentsMost of the claims are from stronger students as they expect others to help, but their teammatesmust assist with their share of the work as desired. Based on the reported debates, it is estimatedthat about 70% of the reported claims have been related to stronger students, which claimed thelack of participation of other members in the group. About 40% of the claims are ones in whichone of the students in the group does not help others, and 20% of the shares are ones in

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Evolving Workforce and Practices in Modern Construction

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Ogbeleakhu Aliu, University of Georgia; ISAAC DAMILARE DUNMOYE, University of Georgia; VINCENT OLUWASETO FAKIYESI, University of Georgia; Taiwo Raphael Feyijimi, University of Georgia

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socio-economic challenges, including rapid urbanization, poverty and limitedinfrastructure development (Ganda, 2019). Countries in these regions are classified as“developing” based on criteria such as lower GDP per capita, less developed technologicalinfrastructure and ongoing challenges in areas such as healthcare, education and povertyalleviation.2. Understanding the Modular Construction ConceptModular construction has deep historical roots and a rich evolution that reflects humanity’spursuit of efficiency in building practices. The origins of modular construction trace back to the17th century, when prefabrication techniques began to emerge. One notable example is the “kithouses” exported from England to colonial America in the 1620s

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luciana Debs, Purdue University; Claudio Martani, Purdue University

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: (i) architectural history as a background to discuss the relationship betweenthe changes in society and the architectural developments from the first industrial revolution topost-modernism and (ii) recent technological and societal changes to reflect on the foreseeablefuture challenges. The present paper describes our experience developing and deploying thiscourse for the first time. We start by presenting the motivation behind this new course, the learningobjectives, the schedule of topics, and assessments. Following, the instructors provide lessonslearned from the course's first iteration. Finally, we conclude by making suggestions for improvingfuture iterations of the course. These suggestions can also be relevant to others considering

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Behnam Shadravan, Florida A&M University; Doreen Kobelo Regalado, Florida A&M University - Florida State University

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seniors formed the majority of 79% of the participants, due to their advanced academicpreparation. Strategies to engage more freshmen and sophomores could encourage earlierinvolvement, providing long-term benefits for their academic and professional journeys.The predominance of medium (58%) and low-income (38%) participants highlights the importanceof providing financial assistance to ensure equitable access to the competition for all students.4.2. University Coursework AlignmentOverwhelming agreement (90%) reflects the competition’s role in inspiring academic excellence.Participants reported that the challenge of the competition pushed them to excel in theircoursework. Motivation for Coursework Neutral

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Case Studies in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carmen Paz Munoz, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile; Monica Quezada-Espinoza, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile

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real-world problem analysis into science-relatedsubjects using case study approaches. These approaches engage students with practicalissues, fostering sophisticated thinking, promoting reflection, integrating, applying priorknowledge, and developing self-management learning skills. In our university's ConstructionEngineering program, introducing case studies addressing real-world problems in thesisprojects in the first semester of 2017 significantly improved the graduation rate, rising from10% in 2016 to 25.9% by 2022. These enhancements across various performance metricsdemonstrate the efficacy of this methodology. This research employs a non-experimentalmixed-methods approach, utilizing surveys and interviews as primary data collection

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Construction Engineering Division: Career Preparation

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jingyuan Shen, Georgia Institute of Technology; Jing Wen

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these gaps, this study applies a modified Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT)framework [11], [12], emphasizing on four primary constructs: self-efficacy (i.e., beliefsin one's ability to successfully complete specific tasks), outcome expectations (i.e., beliefs aboutthe consequences of performing tasks required for success), vocational interests, and careerchoice goals. Self-efficacy plays a crucial role in motivating individuals to engage with andpersist in pursuits related to their careers [13]. Vocational interests reflect the patterns of likes,dislikes, and preferences toward specific career domains, while career choice goals pertain toindividuals' aspirations and intentions to pursue specific career paths [13]. SCCT provides

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Best of Construction

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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significant steps to advance DEI through strategic diversity andinclusion plans informed by contributions from university community groups. Followingguidance from state equity initiatives, the university reviewed its system-wide vision andincorporated DEI principles into its institutional framework. Key actions included the formationof task forces and committees focused on diversity and inclusion at various levels of governance.These groups assessed current policies and practices, identifying barriers to equity andopportunities for growth. A new DEI-focused vision and mission were crafted to reflect thesepriorities, accompanied by regular faculty and staff training programs. These training sessionshighlighted best practices for fostering a healthy

Conference Session

Broadening Perspectives in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudia Calle Müller, Florida International University; ERIKA JUDITH RIVERA, Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor P.E., Florida International University

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following question intended to identify the major challenges and vulnerabilities that low-income communities face post-disaster. The results are presented in box plots, where the boxranges from the first quartile (Q1) to the third quartile (Q3) of the distribution, the median isindicated by a horizontal line, the mean is represented with an “x”, and the whiskers highlight theminimum and maximum values. As evident from the box plots presented in Figure 5, the majorchallenges and vulnerabilities include: (1) lack of housing, yielding a mean of 4.69; (2) lack ofwater and food, reflecting a mean of 4.79; and (3) delayed disaster recovery, yielding a mean of4.45. 5 4.5

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Construction Engineering Division: Curriculum Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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-worldimplications to students’ abilities to empathize, relate emotionally, and reflect on ethical orinclusive practice [12]. Too, the existence of codes and regulations in construction educationalmost exclusively focuses on the resulting building being inclusive and accessible as in Marteland Paton-Cole [13], rather than on improving conditions for the workers doing the building.There are a few examples in the literature that get closer to uniting teaching with professionalpractice around disability in construction education. These tend to be descriptions rather thanevaluations of educational or curricular interventions and come from other related fields such asarchitecture. Most pertinent may be Livingston’s 2000 article [14] describing a

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Piyush Pradhananga, Florida International University; Mohamed Elzomor, P.E., Florida International University

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designed for disassembly,among others. Some concept maps reflected the students’ conceptual understanding of the topicwith few or no misconceptions. Additionally, students also showed both simple and complexrelationships in the concept maps with a clear indication of relative importance. Overall, most ofthe participating students developed a more holistic concept map for addressing the constructionand demolition waste issues by considering design for disassembly and upcycling principles aswell as disaster management guidelines to improve sustainability in construction. Then, throughthe identification of different relationships and patterns among the concepts, students were able toclearly articulate the impact of these systems on the circular

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 4

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University; Mohamed Elzomor, P.E., Florida International University

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reflective of all STEM institutions, according to the study.The survey responses may also be biased and subject to self-evaluation. Therefore, futureresearch may focus on integrating training across a variety of institutions with different socio-demographic backgrounds to evaluate the efficiency of the intervention. Additionally, suchtraining must be included in every semester along with rigorous evaluation, participation, andmonitoring to achieve long-lasting change.ConclusionInfrastructure projects face unique difficulties when it comes to funding, competing stakeholderinterests, and a variety of social, economic, and environmental consequences. Addressing thesedifficulties while enhancing sustainability performance may be achieved by embracing

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; Raheleh Miralami, Mississippi State University; George D. Ford, Mississippi State University

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, communication, collaboration, andparticipation, issue negotiation and resolution, and reflection and self-assessment) werediscussed as major factors impacting the productivity of a team. While a team possesses uniqueaspects, and each aspect imposes a different effect on the structure, processes, feedback loop, andoutputs of the team, it is vital to consider major common characteristics when developing a teamto perform tasks or, on a larger scale, a project. Koolwijk et al. [2] explored the effects of a no-blame culture on the effectiveness of project-based design teams across different project deliverymethods in the construction industry. They concluded that project managers should determinethe level of teamwork and encourage collaboration within a

Conference Session

Student Engagement in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor P.E., Florida International University

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improvement about various infrastructure inequity scenarios, and (ii)students’ interest in working for systemic change to address inequity in resilient infrastructuredevelopments. The demographic questions recorded the participants’ social and educationalbackgrounds. The post-survey included the same Likert scale questions as the pre-survey tocompare the responses and assess knowledge improvements through the module. Additionally,the post-survey included Likert scale questions to reflect students’ feedback on the efficacy ofthe training in improving their understanding of SERI concepts.The pre-and post-survey data were analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative methods. Thestudy utilized the Wilcoxon signed rank test to compare students

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 4

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudia Calle Müller, Florida International University; Mais Kayyali, Florida International University; Mohamed Elzomor, P.E., Florida International University

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% 9% 28% 2017 - 2018 459 students 7% 44% 17% 31% First Year Second Year Third Year Fourth Year Fifth Year Sixth Year Seventh Year Eigth Year Have not graduated Figure 3: FTIC College of Engineering and Computing Students Graduation RatesThe number of FTIC STEM and EC students who graduate on time at FIU has been increasingover the past eight years as presented in Figures 2 and 3. This reflects an encouraging shifttowards more students graduating in four to five years and fewer students not graduating and

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Construction Engineering Division: Career Preparation

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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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Woodrow Wilson in support of vocational education in the United States.This bill allowed federal funding to promote further vocational education programs [3]. Federalfunding helps financially support vocational schools but it also “demonstrates a recognition ofthe fact that education is a component of national economic growth. It affirms a nationalcommitment to preparing the labor force as a whole and serves as a national response to thegrowing need for skilled workers in new occupations” [4].Vocational education has evolved throughout the years causing a name change in 2006 to CTE(Career and Technical Education) to reflect the changing education that went from strictlyvocational to emphasizing real-world skill and practical knowledge [5]. Across

Conference Session

Sustainability and Student Health in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohsen Goodarzi, Ball State University; Mohsen Garshasby, Mississippi State University

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is ranked fifth with 10 points. However, this ranking is not reflected in the findings ofthis study, indicating a mismatch between the expected and actual contributions of these twocategories to the overall LEED score. This inconsistency between the points attained by LEED-certified projects and the assigned weight to these categories may stem from inadequateweighting criteria for certain categories, underscoring the need for periodic review of LEEDstandards and incorporation of insights from existing certified projects. This finding is in linewith Da Silva and Ruwanpura (2009) indicating that the Materials and Resources category wasthe lowest credit category in terms of credit achievement.The discrepancies highlighted above indicate that

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cassandra Puletapuai, Colorado State University; Daniel Birmingham, Colorado State University; Rodolfo Valdes-Vasquez, Colorado State University

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legitimacy among their colleagues and influence the twistedperceptions before arriving at the STEM threshold.Women of Color Faculty As women of Color emerge inspirit through the academic doorway and nestle into facultypositions, it is important to understand the journey. Some challenges women of Color facultyundergo ominously reflect on their days as students. Previous studies outline issues ofinsufficient cultural representation in the curriculum [7], stereotyping, isolation, faltering DEI(diversity, equity, and inclusion) policies and practices, tokenism, and false impressions ofacademic achievement [7]. The splendor of academic potential expeditiously dissipates as theimpenetrable fog of inequity surrounds and persists, overshadowing their

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudia Calle Müller, Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor P.E., Florida International University

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construction and sustainability topics into CM and CE curriculaThe last question sought to identify effective teaching methods for educating CE and CMstudents on sustainability topics, including circular construction. The results are presented inFigure 5 using box plots, where the box spans from the first quartile (Q1) to the third quartile(Q3). The median is represented by a horizontal line, the mean is indicated by an “x”, and thewhiskers depict the minimum and maximum values. According to the study results, the mosteffective teaching methods for educating students are: (1) hands-on experience, reflecting a meanof 4.50; (2) on-the-job training, with a mean of 4.45; and (3) problem-based learning, yielding

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Construction Engineering Division: Emerging Technologies and Data Analytics

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Medya Fathi, Manhattan University; Christina Cercone, Manhattan University; Matthew Volovski, Manhattan College; Shahriar Quayyum, Manhattan College; Mehdi Omidvar, Manhattan University; JUNESEOK LEE, Manhattan College

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stakeholders in the decision-making process using MOcan lead to better alignment of project goals, ensuring that the final outcomes reflect the interestsof all parties involved. This collaborative approach not only improves project outcomes but alsofosters a sense of ownership and commitment among stakeholders.Transformative Use of ML In CMThe transformative field within artificial intelligence, known as ML, enables systems to learnfrom data and improve autonomously. The growth of ML is driven by the availability of largedatasets and advancements in algorithms [18]. ML is increasingly being integrated into CM toenhance efficiency, accuracy, and data-driven decision-making processes. This integrationaddresses challenges of efficiency, schedule

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Broadening Perspectives in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Linares, Florida Gulf Coast University; Diana Marcela Franco Duran, University of Virginia; Kenneth Stafford Sands II, Auburn University; David R. Gutierrez, University of Virginia; Deyrel Diaz, Clemson University

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avariety of digital tools. Their choices reflect their degree of awareness and understanding ofavailable tools, showcasing whether they are acquainted with a diverse range of technologiesrelevant to the construction industry. On the other hand, assessing students' comfort levels inusing a specific digital tool provides insights into their confidence and self-perceivedcompetence. This subjective measure complements the objective evaluation of their toolselection, offering a holistic view of their digital skill awareness, confidence, and readiness toapply their knowledge.These scenarios were crafted to assess participants' knowledge of digital technologies and theirreadiness to apply them in practical construction scenarios. By presenting authentic