Conference Session

Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

Collection

2024 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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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

, enabling students to apply the comprehensive array of skills they haveacquired throughout the CEM curriculum to simulate pre-construction and constructionprocesses. Finally, the paper offers recommendations for developing a senior capstone courseusing the scenario-based learning approach.IntroductionIn today’s rapidly evolving construction industry, where advancements in technology andsustainability considerations are reshaping project landscapes, the demand for graduatesequipped with critical thinking and problem-solving abilities has never been greater [1].Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) programs play a crucial role in preparingstudents to meet these demands by providing them with practical knowledge and skills essentialfor success

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mostafa Batouli, The Citadel; Rebekah Burke, P.E., Pennsylvania State University; Ronald W. Welch, The Citadel; Nahid Vesali, P.E., Pennsylvania State University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

construction engineers capable of managing the complexity of modern construction projects while addressing the shortage of skilled workers in the industry. 2. Collaborative Planning and Coordination: Developing a new college degree program requires close collaboration between different departments and stakeholders within the institution. We found it essential to involve faculty members from different disciplines, industry representatives, and students in the program development process. It was crucial to develop a shared vision for the program and ensure that everyone was aligned with the program's goals and objectives. 3. Curriculum Design and Development: The curriculum is the backbone of any degree program

Conference Session

Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hariharan Naganathan, Wentworth Institute of Technology; John Kim, University of North Florida

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

x 17) Legal implications 18) Sustainable construction. 19) Structural behavior 20) Mechanical, electrical and piping systems To ensure students have the skills necessary for construction projects, they must have a practical understanding of technical competencies. These competencies include photogrammetry, image recognition, 2D to 3D conversion, and software skills. Evaluating the effectiveness ofconstruction engineering and engineering technology education requires incorporating studentoutcomes from ABET engineering, ABET Engineering Technology, and ACCE into thecurriculum.Applications of Drone technology in the construction curriculumDrones can be utilized in the construction management curriculum in

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Farzam S. Maleki P.E., Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

. Moreover, 50% view its inclusion as a positive aspect, describing it as aNICE addition to the course material. In other words, having LiDAR technology as asupplemental course delivery tool is more appealing to the students. Another 25% consider itsuitable as an optional component within the curriculum. Figure 6 illustrates the survey results. Figure 6. Students' perspective regarding the integration of LiDAR in Construction Education, ESTIMATING course.To gain a more comprehensive understanding of students' performance with LiDAR data andtheir proficiency in using the application's features, students were instructed to install theapplication, import provided data, explore the project environment, and experiment

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Veto Matthew Ray, Indiana University–Purdue University, Indianapolis; Elizabeth Freije, Indiana University–Purdue University, Indianapolis; Marvin Louis Johnson, Indiana University–Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

project due to the fact it made us use all of our knowledge learned throughout the course. Describe what you would do to improve the course, lecture, lab, and final project. I would make the class much less based only on excel. Due to everything being on excel, I felt like I was more focused on how to link things on excel and how to do things the way that it was set up on excel. I think it should be more focused on the concepts and actual understanding rather than trying to figure out how to follow new excel setups every week. If I were to improve on anything in the course, I would move Masonry near the end of the course time and move HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical near the beginning of the course. I feel as though the masonry is really important

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Omar Snosi; Kimberly Grau Talley, P.E., Texas State University; Krishna Prasad Kisi, Texas State University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

teach 2D drawings in their AEC curriculum and then include 3Dvisualization courses in their upper-level classes. However, students still need help interpreting2D lines in AutoCAD, especially when they have poor spatial visualization skills. In addition,students often need to learn why they are taught to use different line types when drafting, suchas what the difference between a solid and dashed line from a 2D drawing represents in thephysical structure. This study aims to address the challenges in teaching 3D visualization skillsin universities by developing a plugin called Spatial Visualization for AutoCAD (SVA). Thiswork-in-progress project is testing the SVA plugin in AutoCAD to help undergraduatesimprove their spatial visualization ability

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Raissa Seichi Marchiori, University of Alabama; Siyuan Song, The University of Alabama; Sepehr Khorshid, University of Alabama

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

professionals isleading universities to adapt their curricula and provide adequate BIM training for the next-generation professionals. The senior design class is a core course for last-year students in manyArchitecture, Civil, and Construction engineering programs. Students are given opportunities towork on a real building project through multiple class activities, BIM software, and lectures bypractitioners. The goal of this research was divided into two parts: 1) Evaluate the teachingmethods for delivering BIM topics in a senior design class. A questionnaire survey was distributedto students; 2) Fill the gap about the need for more research to be conducted on the solutions forimplementing BIM in the AEC industry. The existing research may have

Conference Session

Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Abigael Olatoyosi Oluniyi; Svetlana Olbina, Colorado State University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

that AR can promote student-centered learning byempowering students to autonomously explore information and solve problems [19]. Diegmannet al. [20] stated that AR has the potential to empower students, fostering proactivity andcultivating the willpower to sustain knowledge beyond class lectures. Wu et al. [21] found thatthrough the organization, search, and evaluation of data and information, AR mobile gameshelped learners strengthen their navigational skills for both primary and secondary data. AR aidsstudents in visualizing and comprehending intricate project design and construction ideas [9],[12], [22]. With its distinctive user interface, AR is useful for finishing projects, presentations,and reports that use both real building models and

Conference Session

Sustainability and Student Health in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sepehr Khorshid, The University of Alabama; Raissa Seichi Marchiori, The University of Alabama; Siyuan Song, The University of Alabama

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

-Salgado et al., “Stress, fear, and anxiety among construction workers: a systematic review,” Front. Public Health, vol. 11, 2023, Accessed: Jan. 28, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2023.1226914[11] A. A. Abdallah, M. E. Shaawat, and A. S. Almohassen, “Causes of miscommunication leading to project delays and low work quality in the construction industry of Saudi Arabia,” Ain Shams Eng. J., vol. 15, no. 3, p. 102447, Mar. 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.asej.2023.102447.[12] “Communication is the key to AEC firms’ mental health programs and training,” Building Design + Construction. Accessed: Jan. 31, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://www.bdcnetwork.com/communication-key-aec-firms-mental-health

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 3

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Souhail Elhouar, P.E., Bradley University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

construction process. 11. Understand construction accounting and cost control. 12. Understand construction quality assurance and control. 13. Understand construction project control processes. 14. Understand the legal implications of contract, common, and regulatory law to manage a construction project. 15. Understand the basic principles of sustainable construction. 16. Understand the basic principles of structural behavior. 17. Understand the basic principles of HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.The purpose of this study is to shed some light on what it means to have an understanding of thebasic principles of structural behavior and provide some ideas for how to best introduce therelated topics and concepts to construction

Conference Session

Broadening Perspectives in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachel Mosier, Oklahoma State University; Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University; Sandeep Langar, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Tulio Sulbaran, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

Paper ID #41298Technological Infrastructure Equity for Minority Serving Institutions in ConstructionEducationDr. Rachel Mosier, Oklahoma State University Dr. Rachel Mosier is an Associate Professor at Oklahoma State University, with a background in structural engineering and project management. Dr. Mosier has received regional and international teaching awards through the Associated Schools of Construction. Her research interests focus on engineering education.Dr. Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University Dr. Sanjeev Adhikari is faculty from Kennesaw State University. Previously he was faculty at Morehead State University

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

alsocritical to ensure the implementation of circular economy practices through the systematic reuseor recycling of building materials at the later stage of its lifecycle. One of the most effectiveways of increasing awareness of the circular economy principle in construction education is byeducating the future construction workforce about circular economy concepts such as life cycleanalysis, design for disassembly, and deconstruction strategies. However, such novel conceptsare seldom integrated into the construction management curriculum which limits students’ abilityto understand the importance of designing and constructing buildings for easy disassembly aswell as potential reuse or recycling possibilities at the end-of-life cycle. Therefore, this