Conference Session

Assessment in Construction Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ihab Mohammad Hamdi Saad P.E., Northern Kentucky University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

Paper ID #10842Mapping the curriculum around student learning outcomes and assessmentof learningDr. Ihab Mohammad Hamdi Saad P.E., Northern Kentucky University Dr. Ihab Saad is Department Chair and Professor of Construction Management and an alumnus of the University of Kentucky in Lexington where he received his Ph.D. in 1996 from the department of Civil Engineering and Construction. He has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry primarily in the civil/construction project management area. Dr. Saad received his Bachelor of Science and Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering from Cairo Uni- versity in

Conference Session

Construction Industry Issues in the Classroom

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tulio Sulbaran, University of Southern Mississippi

Tagged Divisions

Construction

Paper ID #8062Application Case Study of Mobile Computing to Decrease Paperwork at ”Neigh-borhood Stabilization Program (NSP)” Construction SiteDr. Tulio Sulbaran, University of Southern Mississippi He received his Ph.D. in Civil Engineer from Georgia Institute of Technology with concentration in Con- struction Management with a minor in Computer Engineering and strong statistical background. He has over 8 years of work experience in the A/E/C (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry with office and field experience in scheduling, estimating and project management in the United States and several

Conference Session

Methods of Teaching and Learning in Construction

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James G. Sullivan, University of Florida, Gainesville

Tagged Divisions

Construction

techniquessetting. The case compares alternative deliveries for a traditional linear instructor based trainingto that of computer aided, peer learning, and performance based holistic approach. Prototype ¼scale designs are first developed. The “Framing Cube” drawings themselves are schematic butprovide enough detail and notes for the students to complete the project with the aid of coursematerial, applicable building code, and three-dimensional modeling tools. Students are dividedinto groups to capture and evaluate their learning experience, project execution, and problemsolving experience. These student groups are divided into traditional wood framing materialonly and three dimensional modeling aided groups. The outcomes evaluate the use, acceptance,and

Conference Session

Mobile and Emerging Technologies in Construction

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pavan Meadati, Southern Polytechnic State University; Parminder Juneja, Southern Polytechnic State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

of Technology (IIT) Delhi; and Bachelors of Architecture from Chandigarh College of Architecture, India. Before joining Southern Polytechnic State University (now known as Kennesaw State University) in Fall 2014, she possessed 15 years of multi-industry, multi- disciplinary, and international professional experience. As a result, she brings a holistic and integrative perspective to approaching and solving problems, which is a key to success in today’s complex and trans- forming education, work environment. In addition, she has been involved in many professional develop- ment activities including ENGAGE in Engineering. She attended the reputed National Effective Teaching Institute (NETI) Workshop on Active Learning

Conference Session

Construction Project Delivery and Control

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Tingerthal, Northern Arizona University; Robert Bruner; Alan Merrill Francis, Northern Arizona University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Construction

called ‘Construct for Practice’ (C4P) in an effort toprovide students with context-rich experiences. In addition to merging the topic-specific content,the C4P laboratory is co-convened among sophomore, junior and senior levels to facilitate theincorporation of design and project management functions into the building process. Theresulting laboratory is both horizontally integrated (among topics) and vertically integrated(among roles). Now, after four complete semesters of implementation, graduates of the CMprogram have experienced the complete cycle of the laboratory. This paper describes how thelaboratory curriculum has developed over time, presenting a summary of lessons learned, costsassociated with the laboratory and recommendations for

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

of a large number of resourcesand activities, and the presence of numerous uncertainty factors. Third, collected projectinformation is usually assembled and presented to students statically as a set of factual data.Although this customized information appears to be well-defined, it may not accurately representthe real-life scenarios that are usually semi-structured and open-ended. This data-sharing modemay discourage students from interacting with the data and diminish the opportunity to learn bydoing.With the recent advent of sensing, communication, and computer graphics technology, a varietyof data collection and presentation methods are now commercially available for capturing andsharing real-world construction data. This paper describes

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

favored both the actual concrete construction project and the milestone deliverablemethod.Introduction to Project Based LearningProject-based learning (PBL) involves assignments that call for students to produce something,such as a process or product design, a computer code or simulation, or the design of anexperiment and the analysis and interpretation of the data. The culmination of the project isnormally a written or oral report summarizing what was done and what the outcome was1. Quitesimply, PBL is a pedagogical model that organizes learning around projects.Thomas suggests the following attributes in regard to the question “what must a project have inorder to be considered an instance of PBL?2. These include: • PBL projects are central

Conference Session

Trend in Construction Engineering Education II

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Chinowsky, University of Colorado-Boulder; Hyman Brown, University of Colorado-Boulder

Tagged Divisions

Construction

barriersexist for implementing PBL on a widespread scale in the near future, the benefits from a PBLexperience warrant the further exploration of the technique as a viable alternative to thetraditional emphasis on knowledge points as education goals.Bibliography 1. Chinowsky, Paul C. and Diekmann, James E. (2003). “CEM Faculty: Misplaced Community.” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, 130(5), 751-758. 2. Barrows, Howard (2000). Problem-Based Learning Applied to Medical Education, Springfield, IL: SIU School of Medicine. 3. Fruchter, Renate (1999). “A/E/C Teamwork: A Collaborative Design and Learning Space.” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, 13(4), 261-269. 4. Gijselaers, W.H

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

management. Students learn usingspreadsheet functions and diagrams before CPM is introduced in this course on computer use inconstruction. In teamwork under the guidance of the instructor, they then develop the CPMalgorithm through manual scheduling exercises in conjunction with computer spreadsheetmodules for each part of the complete CPM analysis. This “learning by doing” build a deeperunderstanding of the mechanics of CPM. Finally, commercial scheduling software is introduced.The modular spreadsheet presents an innovative non-OOP approach to solving CPM schedulesof arbitrary complexity through beneficial use of its two-dimensional spatial format. Recursivefunction ranges in that two-dimensional matrix format allow solving the schedule directly

Conference Session

Construction Classroom Development

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

Tagged Divisions

Construction

AC 2010-1243: INNOVATIVE AND TRANSFORMATIVE LEARNINGENVIRONMENTS IN CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENTEDUCATIONNamhun Lee, East Carolina UniversityEddy Rojas, University of Washington Page 15.740.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Innovative and Transformative Learning Environments in Construction Engineering and Management EducationAbstractMost of today’s students have grown up with technology including computers, theInternet, video games, digital recorders or players, and mobile phones.Consequently, it can be argued these students are fundamentally different fromprevious generations in how they learn. Today’s students prefer instantly seeing

Conference Session

Industry Collaboration in Construction Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Marcel Maghiar, Georgia Southern University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

Paper ID #10199Industry-based learning experiences in Project Planning and SchedulingDr. Marcel Maghiar, Georgia Southern University Marcel Maghiar, Ph.D., Assistant Professor at Georgia Southern University teaches Construction Man- agement courses at junior and senior level in the Civil Engineering and Construction Management de- partment. His research experience includes development of computer syntaxes to unequivocally describe construction activities and development of a consistent methodology to explicitly classify and quantify construction methods (emerging taxonomy of construction methods). Marcel’s main expertise

Conference Session

BIM and Virtual Construction Environments

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julian H. Kang, Texas A&M University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

AC 2012-5301: EXPERIMENTAL APPLICATION OF THE PERSONAL-IZED LEARNING METHOD TO A BIM CLASSDr. Julian H. Kang, Texas A&M University Julian Kang is a History Maker Homes Endowed Professor of construction science at Texas A&M Uni- versity and Director of the BIM Texas Alliance. Kang has been teaching BIM at Texas A&M University for more than five years. His primary research interests include BIM, stochastic construction simulation, and radio frequency identification (RFID) in construction. He is interested in investigating how these emerging technologies would contribute to productivity improvement in construction. In 2009 and 2010, Kang organized the BIM Texas Conference in Houston and Dallas, where more

Conference Session

Trend in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eddy Rojas, University of Washington; Carrie Dossick, University of Washington

Tagged Divisions

Construction

theconcepts and their interrelations. However, in order to take full advantage of experientiallearning in construction education, it is necessary to expose learners to realistic situations.The challenge then is to create real-world contexts and examples in which students work throughconstruction engineering and management problems. There are three main types ofenvironments that can be utilized for experiential context learning: simulated environments,hands-on application laboratories, and computer application classrooms.The aviation and medical industries, which face a similar dilemma of how to expose theirprofessionals to realistic situations for acquiring and developing decision-making skills withoutendangering lives, are solving this problem by

Conference Session

Construction Education Topics

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saeed Rokooei, University of Nebraska, Lincoln ; James D. Goedert, University of Nebraska

Tagged Divisions

Construction

the simulationsand games in classrooms to facilitate learning during late 1950s until early 1970s. These effortare rehabilitated with the emerge of new technology and computers (Balasubramanian & Wilson,2006). There are numerous instances of using simulation for education during recent years.Mayer et al. (2013) developed an evaluation methodology for simulation and gamin that containsa framework, conceptual models, research designs, data gathering techniques and evaluationtools. They also believed that a suitable a pregame, an in-game and a postgame instrument can bedesign to measure the relevant variables. For example, a comparison between pre and postgamevariables, with or without control group, can show the effect of simulation

Conference Session

Trends in Construction Engineering II

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yong Bai, University of Kansas; Oswald Chong, University of Kansas

Tagged Divisions

Construction

had difficulty learning and where the instructor should paycloser attentions in the classroom. Based on these facts, a conclusion is derived that the pre- andpost-course assessment is an effective method to assess the learning effectiveness and continueimproving the instructor’s teaching ability. Because of these features of the pre- and post-courseassessment, institutions can use it to demonstrate their performance toward the attainment ofABET’s criteria.IntroductionIn 1996, the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) embarked on arevolutionary accreditation reform effort designed to foster an environment in which eachgraduate of engineering, technology, computing, and applied science possesses the skillsnecessary for both

Conference Session

New Teaching Methods in Construction Eduction

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zhili (Jerry) Gao, North Dakota State University; Charles McIntyre, North Dakota State University; Zhi Ge, Shandong University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

techniques for a construction project using CPM.  Update schedules and monitor the progress of work.  Perform the project schedule calculation and analysis using computer software.They were also 70% confident related to explaining and performing resource leveling.ConclusionsThis paper reports the implementation of a TOP strategy to help student learning in terms ofteamwork, professional skills, and communication capacity. Based on the results of studentperformances and responses, this method is effective. In general, by implementing the TOPmethod, students and the instructor were able to obtain the following: Page 22.1649.8

Conference Session

Construction Session 3: Curriculum

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eric A Holt, University of Denver; Mark Shaurette, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Christine L Chasek, University of Nebraska at Kearney

Tagged Divisions

Construction

of Learning style questions. Within the Qualtrics survey,the participant’s responses to the ILS questions were compiled. At the end of the survey, eachparticipant’s personal ILS results were computed and reported back to them, along with the weblink to the explanation of what their learning styles mean [66]. Qualtrics recognizes IP addresses,so students could only take the survey once [67]. At no point was any identifying informationcollected that could connect the participant to the results. On average, it took the participants tenminutes to complete the survey.The data was collected through Qualtrics and exported into an Excel spreadsheet, which wasthen imported into SPSS statistical software. Since the data collected in this study

Conference Session

Methods of Teaching and Learning in Construction

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arundhati Ghosh, Arizona State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

. This collaborative or constructivist form of learning is a theory that replaces the passiveinstructional approach and concentrates on active learning through dialogue, constructing,inventing and creating. The learners are no more just passive recipients of information that theyare expected to memorize, rather they actively demonstrate their learning and understanding bysummarizing their ideas and developing critical questions 3.VC2L Lab DesignTo facilitate effective collaboration, the interior space has to be designed to stimulate group workand conversations with supporting tools and technology. Several studies have been done byspace planners, furniture companies and computer scientists focusing on behavioral patterns,knowledge sharing and

Conference Session

Methods of Teaching and Learning in Construction

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edward Godfrey Ochieng, Liverpool John Moores University ; Andrew David Price, Loughborough University; Ximing Ruan Ruan, Robert Gordon University; Yassine Melaine, Liverpool John Moores University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

York: Plenum Press.7. Collis, B. (1998). New Didactics for University Instruction: Why and How? Computers and Education, 31(4) pp. 373-93.8. Kolb, D.A. (1984). Experiential Learning: experience as the source of learning and development, New Jersey, Prentice-Hall.9. Praxis, (2001). http://www.cranfield.ac.uk/som/praxis/.10. Divjak, B. and Kukec, K. (2008). Teaching Methods for International R and D Project Management. International Journal of Project Management, 26, p. 251-257.11. Burd, B.L., Buchanan, L. and Armstrong, A. (2004). Suggestions for Success in an ACRL online Seminar, College and Research Libraries News.12. James, W.B. and Gardner, D.L. (1985). Learning Styles: Implications for Distance

Conference Session

Building a Better Program - Construction Curriculum Enhancements

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Samaneh Zolfagharian, School of Building Construction, Georgia Institute of Technology; Masoud Gheisari, Georgia Institute of Technology; Javier Irizarry P.E., School of Building Construction, Georgia Institute of Technology; Pavan Meadati, Southern Polytechnic State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

, Construction education, Interactive displays, HCI.IntroductionTwo-dimensional (2D) drawings are widely used as pedagogical tools for teaching courses toArchitecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) students. Some of these skills includequantity and cost estimation, developing and analyzing construction operation sequences andschedules, and project safety analysis for site operations. Student interpretation of 2D drawingsvaries based on their educational background and previous practical experience. However, withadvances in computer display technology, it is possible to experience a 3D, full-scale virtualmodel of a construction project. The use of advanced visual communication and techniquesenhances students’ understanding and learning about the

Conference Session

Technology in Classrooms - Construction Engineering Perspective

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bob McCullouch, Purdue University; Joohyoung Lee, Purdue University-Calument

Tagged Divisions

Construction

2006-251: TEACHING A PAPERLESS, ALL DIGITAL COURSE THAT UTILIZESTHE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING THEORY (ELT)Bob McCullouch, Purdue University Dr. McCullouch, P.E. is a Research Scientist in the School of Civil Engineering at Purdue University. At Purdue he has been the PI or co-PI on over $2.5 million of research and has taught numerous classes. He developed and taught the first all digital, paperless class at Purdue University, CE 526 - Design of Temporary Structures, in the Spring Semester, 2004. He has also developed numerous on-line, computer-based training tools used in the civil engineering industry.Joohyoung Lee, Purdue University-Calument JOO HYOUNG LEE, Ph.D., P.E., is an assistant professor at

Conference Session

Innovation in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Hildreth, Virginia Tech; Michael Vorster, Virginia Tech

Tagged Divisions

Construction

AC 2007-419: LABORATORY LEARNING OF THE BENEFITS ARISING FROMDETAILED PRE-PLANNING OF CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONSJohn Hildreth, Virginia TechMichael Vorster, Virginia Tech Page 12.1000.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Laboratory Learning of the Benefits Arising from Detailed Pre- Planning of Construction OperationsAbstract Construction operations can be categorized as either routine and repetitive orunique and complex. The means of developing an understanding of operations in eachcategory differs. An understanding of routine and repetitive operations is best developedthrough analysis of field operations. Unique and complex operations by

Conference Session

Incorporating Technology into Construction Education

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Namhun Lee, East Carolina University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

technologies do you prefer to use either for supplementing regular course materials or expanding your knowledge? 3) Technology for communication and collaboration. - What kinds of tools or technologies do you frequently use in your life for information sharing, communication, and collaboration with your peers?This study found that 100% of the students prefer to use web technology for their learning. Theywant to access to course materials using smartphones, iPads, or laptop computers. In addition,33% of the students expect game-based learning activities such as online games or video games.Through this survey, several web-based tools to support student-centered and collaborative

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

Tagged Divisions

Construction

jobsite to experiencing the stress of a factory assembly line while studying theindustrial revolution in school. In academic settings, simulations have been used in many formsover the years (Troka & Nedelman, 1975). In the sciences, experiential learning simulations takethe form of experiments that allow students to test hypotheses as they engage in the scientificprocess of inquiry (Bell & Smetana, 2008). Political science professors use simulations to engagestudents in ethical dilemmas (Wheeler, 2006). Although they often take the form of a face to faceor computer generated experiences, a simulation presents students with a situation that representsa circumstance faced in real life (Ellington, Gordan & Fowlie, 1998). Simulations in

Conference Session

Trends in Construction Engineering Education I

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Enno Koehn, Lamar University; James Koehn, Chadron State College

Tagged Divisions

Construction

Certified Public Accountants, Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the State Bar of Texas. Page 13.969.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Peer Assessment of Teamwork and Collaborative Learning in Construction/Civil Engineering Recently, employers have indicated that they are not totally satisfied with theindividualistic approach of the average engineering graduate. This may be due to the fact that inmany companies team goals, team contributions, and team rewards often supersede individualactions. The findings of a past study suggest that students have accepted the

Conference Session

Construction Curriculum Development

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Michael Korman P.E., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Lonny G. Simonian, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Tagged Divisions

Construction

AC 2012-2969: LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE IMPLEMENTATIONOF INTEGRATED PROJECT BASED CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENTCURRICULUM: A FACULTY PERSPECTIVEDr. Thomas Michael Korman P.E., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Thomas Michael Korman is a graduate of the California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, with a B.S. degree in civil engineering and Stanford University with an M.S. and Ph.D. in civil engineer- ing with an emphasis in construction engineering and management. Korman is an Associate Professor at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, with faculty responsibilities in the construction management, civil, and environmental engineering, and the recently approved fire protection

Conference Session

Pedagogical Approaches in Construction Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Nicholas II, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Don Chen, University of North Carolina, Charlotte

Tagged Divisions

Construction

Asynchronous, Collaborative Learning Environment.” ETR&D, v. 54, no. 4, p. 331- 354.9. Wan, J., et. al. (2008). “A Study on the Use of Cooperative Learning Strategies in a Computer Literacy Course” College & University Media Review, v. 14, p. 21-6310. Morgan, B. M. (2003). “Cooperative Learning in Higher Education: Undergraduate Student Reflections on Group Examinations for Group Grades.” College Student Journal, v. 37, no. 1, p. 40-4911. Terenzini, P., Cabrera, A., Colbeck, C., Parente, J., Bjorklund, S. (2001) “Collaborative Learning vs. Lecture/Discussion: Students’ Reported Learning Gains,” Journal of Engineering Education, p. 123-13012. Micheal Prince, R. F. (2007). “The Many Faces of Inductive Teaching and Learning

Conference Session

Sustainability in Construction Engineering

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Korman, California Polytechnic State University; Lonny Simonian, California Polytechnic State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction

Synergistic Teaching.” The Clearing House 66/4 (1993): 252-254.2. Bonwell, C.C. and Eison, J.A. Active Learning: Creating Excitement in the Classroom. ASHE-ERIC Higher Education Report No. 1, George Washington University, 1991.3. Hauck, Allan J. and Jackson, Barbara J., Design and Implementation of an Integrated Construction, ASC Annual Conference Proceedings, Cincinnati, Ohio, April 2005.4. Korman, Thomas M., and Tatum, C.B. "Prototype Tool for MEP Coordination" ASCE Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, January/February 2006 issue (vol 20, no. 1, pp 38).5. Tatum, C.B. and Korman, Thomas M., "Coordinating Building Systems: Process and Knowledge," ASCE Journal of Architectural Engineering, December 2000 issue (vol. 6

Conference Session

Construction Education Topics

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edwin R. Schmeckpeper PE, Norwich University; John Edward Patterson, Norwich University; Michael Puddicombe, Norwich University; Daniel Amos Sagan AIA, Norwich University, School of Architecture and Art

Tagged Divisions

Construction

Paper ID #12689When Your Best Is Not Good Enough: Building On Lessons Learned in theSolar Decathlon Competition to Create Housing that is Actually AffordableDr. Edwin R. Schmeckpeper PE, Norwich University Edwin Schmeckpeper, P.E., Ph.D., is the chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Management at Norwich University, the first private school in the United States to offer engineering courses. Norwich University was the model used by Senator Justin Morrill for the land-grant colleges created by the 1862 Morrill Land Grant Act. Prior to joining the faculty at Norwich University, Dr

Conference Session

Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Topics in Construction Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Michael Korman P.E., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Construction

Paper ID #11104Design and Implementation of an Experiential Learning Exercise for a Me-chanical Piping Systems to Enhance Construction Engineering and Manage-ment EducationDr. Thomas Michael Korman P.E., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Dr. Thomas M. Korman, P.E., P.L.S. has over 15 years of experience in design and construction in- dustry. He is an Associate Professor at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo. He is a licensed professional engineer and land surveyor in the State of California and holds several certifications from the American Concrete Institute. His doctoral work at Stanford