Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 4: Capstone, Safety and Beyond

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bradley Louis Benhart, Purdue University; Clark A. Cory Ph.D., Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Rabita Rajkarnikar, Purdue University ; Cirilo I. Rangel, Purdue University; Mark Shaurette, Purdue Polytechnic Institute

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Construction Engineering

interdisciplinary curriculum, learning is less fragmented, and therefore students are provided with a more unified sense of process and content.  The interdisciplinary curriculum provides real-world applications, hence heightening the opportunity for transfer of learning.  Improved mastery of content results from interdisciplinary learning.  Interdisciplinary learning experiences positively shape learners' overall approach to knowledge through a heightened sense of initiative and autonomy and improves their perspective by teaching them to adopt multiple points of view on issues.  Motivation to learn is improved in interdisciplinary settings.” “Arguably all student work, interdisciplinary or otherwise, is (or

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 7 - Poster Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Shenoda, Farmingdale State College

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Construction Engineering

Paper ID #26658Board 30: Applicability of Open Educational Resources (OER) in Construc-tion EngineeringDr. Michael Shenoda, Farmingdale State College Michael Shenoda is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Architecture and Construction Management at Farmingdale State College in New York. He has previously served as a faculty member at other institutions, totaling over 10 years in civil and construction engineering education. Michael is a member of several professional organizations, including American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), and American Society of

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Don Mah P.Eng., Northern Alberta Institute of Technology; Neetu Sharma, MacEwan University

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Construction Engineering

with one of the core courses, and hence, and was made part of thecourse evaluations. This paper summarizes the lessons learned from the participation in thissimulated bidding competition, especially from the perspective of experiential learning.Experiential LearningMost courses related to estimating and bidding in the construction industry are focused on thetheory and the underlying concepts to prepare a good estimate. Pedagogical approach typicallyinvolves explaining the concepts in classroom settings and providing in-class exercises topromote understanding. This approach has some inherent limitations. For example, studentsstruggle to see how all the concepts can be to real life projects in an integrated perspective. Inreal world projects

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 1 - Capstone & Case Study

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William P. Manion, University of Maine; Philip A. Dunn Jr. P.E., University of Maine

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Construction Engineering

-ended qualitative questions. The survey results are presented, with some examples,qualitative responses, and discussion from the authors. By presenting and publishing this paper,the authors hope to learn from similar programs in practice, share our experiences, and perhapsinspire others to try such ventures.Literature reviewMany construction educators understand that learning through service can be very effective,providing students with opportunities to practice professional and independent learning skills inthe context of “real world” problems which they all seem to enjoy. According to Scott Stanfordet al. [1], service learning is one of the four emerging trends in engineering capstone courses,along with technology, multidisciplinary projects

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Piyush Pradhananga, Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor, Florida International University; Gabriella Santi; Arif Mohaimin Sadri, Florida International University

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

intra-disciplinary curriculum, which acts as a nexus to developskills with real-world implications [5]. This approach is student-centered, and it fostersintegrative learning and performance-based assessment; thus, it shows a significant potential toimprove CM pedagogy and develop students’ soft skills [6]. A similar vertically integrativeproblem-based learning framework was implemented between undergraduate CM students andgraduate civil engineering students at Arizona State University in a face to face environment;through such learning framework, students’ soft skills improved, as well as their intent to pursuean advanced degree and to stay in the major [7]. Such an integrative approach has also beenfound to be effective in other studies

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

M. Scott Stanford P.E., United States Air Force Academy; Joel Sloan P.E., United States Air Force Academy; James B. Pocock, United States Air Force Academy; M. Mark Russell P.E., DFCE

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering

Competition Student Team Size 6 12-15 Type of Project Real-world, design-build, new Real-world, design-build, new construction construction Deliverables Written response to RFQ and RFP Written response to RFQ and RFP plus oral presentation plus oral presentation Design Primarily architectural with Architectural, geotechnical, Requirements supporting construction plans environmental, structural with supporting construction plans Timeline Qualifications due in advance; Qualifications due in advance

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; Michelle Garraway, Mississippi State University; Ali Karji

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Construction Engineering

critically examine social issues and situate students within a community setting. CEL also enhances the engagement with a community to address and embodies ethical and effective service principles, which result in producing reciprocal benefits for students, faculty, and community partners. Thus, CEL is commonly connected to innovation, learning, and partnership and all these together make a better life. Through mutually beneficial partnerships within the community, students cultivate their identity as lifelong learners and active citizens. CEL promotes a culture of active and engaged learners by integrating opportunities for students to apply construction theories and knowledge through real-world experiences

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Ramyani Sengupta, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Anthony E. Sparkling, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Construction Engineering

field of construction has not always been smooth.Incorporating the use of virtual three-dimensional models in students’ education creates a safespace for them to apply their knowledge and strategies as they would in the real world [13]. Thus,this use of VR, AR and MR (Mixed Reality) has been an up-and-coming force in the AEC industryand its education due to the ways BIM (Building Information Modeling) structures can beleveraged and taught to students using these types of technologies. A targeted trade-off studybetween these three technology types has already been conducted using material for CM educationsuch as project management and scheduling [4] instead of a more safety and training perspective[14]. This study stresses on the interior

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fadi Castronovo, California State University, East Bay; Dragana Nikolic, University of Reading; Silvia Mastrolembo Ventura, Politecnico di Milano & University of Brescia; Vrinda Shroff, California State University, East Bay; Anh Nguyen; Nguyen H.P. Dinh, Mission College; Semih Yilmaz, California State University, East Bay; Reza Akhavian, California State University East Bay; Cristian Gaedicke, California State University East Bay

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Construction Engineering

]. Suchinterventions have shown that students can develop real-world knowledge and meeting learningobjectives [50–52]. The application of simulation games in the AEC education has illustrated thatstudents can gain problem-solving skills transferrable to real-world scenarios [52–54], while beingengaged and motivated [55,56]. However, little research, within the domain of AEC education,examines the value of educational games for teaching students architectural design review skills.2.3. Virtual Reality and Education Virtual reality has been recognized as a type of media that can engage students inexperiential educational experiences. In particular, increasing research in immersive VR isfocusing on its ability to promote spatial presence and immersion of

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Eugene Kwak, Farmingdale State College, State University of New York

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

lumber as they saw thecorrelations between the overall dimension and the individual lumber. Also, they studied howsize and proportion correspond to the function of space. They inspected the corner joinery detailand noted the types of fasteners and the cuts made for the angular joints, as shown in figure 1.4.This observation provided a chance to see the real-world application of the details, components,assembly, and fabrication of a full-scale structure first-hand.Figure 1.3 Parsons School of Design, temporary street furniture on the corner Figure 1.4 Corner detail of the structureof 13th St. and Fifth Avenue, New York CityAnother field trip took place at the High Line [6] in New York City, as seen in figures 1.5 & 1.6.The High Line park

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Chengyi Zhang P.E., University of Wyoming; David Arditi, Illinois Institute of Technology; Peng Liu

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Construction Engineering

to understand the importance of laser scanning technology in theconstruction industry, (2) improving current Student Learning Outcomes by using laserscanning technology.Laser Scanning Technology3D laser scanning is a technology that employs lasers to measure an object's geometry tocreate a digital 3D model. Laser scanners measure fine details and capture free-form shapesto quickly generate highly accurate point clouds. 3D Laser scanning technology wasdeveloped in the early 1960s. Equipment such as lights, cameras and projectors were used atthat time to capture the surfaces of a real-world object or environment. Due to the limitationsof the equipment, it was hard to reach high accuracy, and it usually took a long time toperform the process of

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Krishna Prasad Kisi, Texas State University; Kimberly Grau Talley P.E., Texas State University; Snigdha Rangineni, Texas State University; Guntulu S. Hatipkarasulu, Texas State University; Bobbi J. Spencer, Texas State University

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Construction Engineering

struggle to understand Pre-Calculus mathematics and are hesitant to pursue STEM careersbecause of their fear towards mathematics. The study puts emphasis in usability of the Pre-Calculus theory in relation to the real-world application using 3D models and animation in thecomputer game. The main objective and outcome of the study focus on increased math self-efficacy and opening the gate to STEM majors.BackgroundThe U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an 8.0% increase in employment in STEMoccupations between 2019 and 2029 to reach 10.7 million jobs (BLS, 2020). The need for STEMoccupations is in a multitude of industries (Fayer et al. 2017) and there is a documented shortageof STEM workforce over the years (Xue and Larson 2015, Doerschuk et al

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 4 - Pedagogy & Accreditation I

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rajarajan Subramanian, Penn State Harrisburg; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida

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Construction Engineering

can face the real-world situations with minimum problems.In this study, some of the latest methodologies, techniques, usage of various internet sites andsoftware are explained. Particularly, the usage of different internet websites for construction-oriented purposes is very helpful for the students to learn about how the construction companiesdo business in the real world. To complement their learning experience, the site visits, the videoshows on construction, guest lectures and shadowing the Construction Managers at theconstruction sites are very helpful. They also get involved with writing a report on how to do aconstruction project by choosing any building type that they want to construct.The following activities are arranged for the

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Jeyoung Woo P.E., California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Hyun Woo Kim, Incheon National University; Elaine Rawley Goetz, Ohio University Office of Sustainability

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering

theLeadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification program in 1993.LEED hasbecome one of the most popular sustainable rating systems in the world ([4]-[6]). Later, theUSGBC developed the LEED Lab program through a collaboration with The Catholic Universityof America to teach sustainability concepts such as energy conservation and efficiency, with real-world applications of the knowledge [7]. As illustrated in Figure 1, the LEED Lab is amultidisciplinary course. Students evaluate the sustainability performance of an existing campusbuilding or operations on campus ([5], [8]). The LEED Lab also provides a unique approach tosustainable practices in daily operations and maintenance (O+M) for existing buildings on campus[7

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Mohamed Elzomor, Florida International University; Piyush Pradhananga, Florida International University

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering

problem-based training that would replicate the real-world constructionenvironment and train our future workforce with the necessary knowledge and skill about thehandling of robotics operation and AI techniques [5]. Problem-based learning (PBL) was initiallydeveloped by Postman and Weingartner [6]; PBL was an unconventional mode of teaching as itencouraged the development of complex questions as well as the integration of open-endedproblems [7]. PBL is not only a method that encourages critical thinking and exposes students toreal-world problems, but more importantly, supports students’ developing their learningtechniques, fosters collaboration with others, and promotes research [8]. Furthermore, it is alsoessential to understand the current

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Mohamed Elzomor, Florida International University; Piyush Pradhananga, Florida International University; Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering

, Innovation inConstruction, within CM education with a focus on three key goals: (1) engaging students’ inactivities that improve their ability to distinguish the quality of innovations that are applicable inreal-world construction practices; (2) providing in class-lectures to students’ from world-renowned experts who developed innovative products within the construction industry; and (3)exposing CM students to management characteristics and tools that help innovative companies tothrive [10]. In addition to the development of courses that heightens awareness about theimportance of innovation culture among CM students, there is also a pressing need for apragmatic curriculum that educates students about advanced contract delivery practices adoptedin

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Yewande S. Abraham, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

department routinely collects data on student assessment ofcoverage and confidence. Comparison of the mean student ratings of coverage and confidencebetween 2018 and 2019 was determined for each learning outcome. Coverage indicates how wellthe course addressed the intended learning outcomes, while confidence reflects if the studentsfeel well prepared to implement their learning in the real world. This paper also presents studentfeedback on a selection of strategies used in the course for fall 2019.Given that this is the only course the students will take in construction scheduling, most studentswill learn the concepts for the first time. The learning objectives are focused on helping studentsunderstand the basics and gain deeper understanding and

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Mohamed Elzomor, Florida International University; Valentina Ferrer, Florida International University; Piyush Pradhananga, Florida International University; Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University

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Construction Engineering

“popular” within professors and widespread in the undergraduate and graduatecivil engineering curriculum [23], [24]. One particular research study implemented FEP tools(PDRI for infrastructure projects) in a lower-division construction management course, and anupper-division civil engineering course. These tools helped students broaden their understandingof the scope of an actual engineering and construction project. Additionally, the authors of thestudy also introduced sustainability concepts into both courses through a PBL framework,allowing students to engage in real-world sustainability projects [25]. However, studies haveseldom discussed the nexus between FEP and sustainability for infrastructure projects, and howan educational approach may

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 5 - Pedagogy & Accreditation II

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University; Robert B. Pyle, North Carolina A&T State University; Iyshea Borders-Taylor; Christian A. Bock Hyeng, North Carolina A&T State University; Tony E. Graham, North Carolina A&T State University

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Construction Engineering

ResidentialConstruction Certificate Program, the HBCU was awarded $100,000 through a collaborativeeffort involving the National Housing Endowment, the National Association of Home Builders’,and True Homes, U.S.A. This four-year program was designed to engage students in residentialconstruction learning activities to increase the quantity and quality of construction studentsprepared for residential construction careers. The goal is to strengthen collaborations amongresidential construction organizations and the HBCU by providing construction students withfirst-hand exposure to the real world of the residential construction industry. The programinvolved NAHB memberships, scholarships, educational programing, and networkingopportunities. Key strategies included

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Andrew Richard Kline, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Fernanda L. Leite, University of Texas, Austin; Eduardo Luis Isatto, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

effective. This gives the students a real-world problem andprovides the flexibility for the instructor to add or delete modules when a software system isoutdated or a new one is introduced. The project-based technique also allows other students tolearn from one another rather than relying completely on the instructor’s expertise. Lastly, do notfocus the course on mastering software systems; instead focus on understanding BIM workflowsand how the tools relate to construction processes. As mentioned previously, BIM is an integralprocess and tool that has an impact on all stages of construction. It is important to understandthese influences and focus student training on critical thinking and how software systems can beused to solve construction or

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Mohamed ElZomor, Florida International University; Omar Youssef, University of Arizona; Sara Ghaemi, University of Arizona; Tasbeeh Alaqtum, University of Arizona

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

has been integrating innovative and novel educational paradigms in STEM education to support student engagement, retention, and diversity.Prof. Omar Youssef, University of Arizona Dr. Omar Youssef is a Lecturer at University of Arizona (UofA), College of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture, and the School of Sustainable Built Environments. A Building Scientist in the Institute on Place and Wellbeing Performance. An Architecture Designer in Practice focusing on Environmental Application within the Industry. Dr. Youssef has extensive industry experience of constructed large-scale projects. Omar’s interdisciplinary background combines between Architecture Practice, Environmental Sciences, Health and

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 2: K-12 through Adult Learning

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert B. Austin, Bowling Green State University

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Construction Engineering

national leader in providing opportunities in experiential education. Thiscommitment has been echoed by the University’s new president, Rodney Rogers, as heannounced that BGSU goes beyond “active learning.” BGSU has been involved in cooperativeeducation programs for more than fifty years and requires students to have three supervisedcooperative education experiences. In addition to offering real-world experiences, thesecooperative education opportunities are expected to help students transition to becoming adultlife-long learners. This paper describes the experience and challenges encountered in engaging inand promoting adult education principles in the undergraduate construction managementcurriculum.The principles of adult education mesh well

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Long Duy Nguyen P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Robert O'Neill P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Simeon J. Komisar, Florida Gulf Coast University

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Construction Engineering

examsincluded 10%-15% conceptual and 85%-90% quantitative material. Three quizzes were givenbetween exams (in the middle of each part) as formative assessments. Two application projectswere cost estimating/bidding (Project 1) and project scheduling (Project 2). Both projects in asemester were used the same real-world project plans and specifications. Waste activated sludge(WAS) pretreatment tanks of a wastewater treatment plant were used in fall 2017 while a stormsewer lift station was used in fall 2018. Only three MasterFormat® divisions namely concrete,earthwork, and exterior improvements were required for both projects.Other parameters were also similar. Two sections were available for both semesters. Bothsections were taught by the same instructor

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 5 - Pedagogy & Accreditation II

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carla Lopez del Puerto, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Humberto Eduardo Cavallin, University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus; Jose L. Perdomo, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Campus; Jonathan Munoz Barreto, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez ; Oscar Marcelo Suarez, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez ; Fabio Andrade, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez

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Construction Engineering

sustainable andresilient construction, the construction system for resource optimization, the reduction onenvironmental impact, and the use of the integrated building design to achieve sustainability andresiliency)”. In order to gain real world experience and bring it back to the classroom for thefinal course, in level 4, i.e., “Experiential Learning”, students will complete internships andresearch with faculty, government agencies and industry partners. Level 5 consists of a capstonecourse, “Design-Build Project Delivery” in which students apply concepts learned throughoutRISE-UP courses and in their experiential learning experience. Learning though all levels in theRISE-UP curricular sequence will be assessed by means of the use of the Depth of

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Long Duy Nguyen P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Robert O'Neill P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Simeon J. Komisar, Florida Gulf Coast University

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Construction Engineering

cost estimating included a real-world engineering drawingwhere students were asked to read, take off quantities and estimate the costs. Although thiscourse had two sessions for blueprint readings, students who had prior knowledge of blueprintscould have some advantage in cost estimating. As a related knowledge, “Engineering ComputerGraphics” where students learned drawing in AutoCAD and Civil 3D was a sophomore-levelcourse required for the civil engineering major only. Higher proportion of the environmentalengineering majors who had less or no prior knowledge of drawings in the subject section couldsomewhat explain the lower achievement level in cost estimating in this section. The students’self-assessment also reflected this lower achievement

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

David Wesley Martin, Central Washington University

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

subject and to learn about one’s own strengths and weaknesses as alearner-learning how to learn from experience” (p. 22).16With construction education, it is very difficult to take experiences commonly found in the ebband flow of the construction field and simulate them in an academic setting. Gier and Hurdinvestigated different approaches to active learning to enhance student engagement in theclassroom. They suggested when students were engaged in real world scenarios, they were moreactively engaged in learning the concepts being taught.9 Similarly, Sims stated that anexperiential approach addresses three challenges in diversity education, “providing a holisticeducation, the dilemma of individualism and equality in the classroom, and providing a

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 4 - Pedagogy & Accreditation I

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Luciana Debs, Purdue University; Jiansong Zhang, Purdue University; Yunfeng Chen, Purdue University

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Construction Engineering

those questions, a large part of the constructionundergraduate curriculum is still taught the traditional way, which can be described as deductiveteaching, and content is delivered through several separate courses. An example of deductiveteaching is the traditional routine of student being taught the theory by an instructor, followed bysome knowledge practice (such as activities or exercised) and finally, real world application,though not all courses may reach this final step [5], [11]. In construction education, few institutions have identified that a change is needed and asa result have pushed for curriculum change, in order to provide instruction that is more engagingto students as well as adequate to the needs of the AEC industry