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Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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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

Paper ID #33512Assessing the Pedagogical Needs to Couple Front-end Planning Tools withSustainable Infrastructure ProjectsDr. Mohamed Elzomor, Florida International University Dr. Mohamed ElZomor is an Assistant Professor at Florida International University (FIU), College of Engineering and Computing and teaches at the Moss School of Construction, Infrastructure and Sustain- ability. Dr. ElZomor completed his doctorate at Arizona State University (ASU), Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. Prior to attending ASU, Dr. ElZomor received a master’s of science degree in Architecture from University of Arizona, a master’s degree

Conference Session

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

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University

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Construction Engineering

Paper ID #21938Student Perception as a Planning Input in a Project-Based Construction Pro-gramDr. Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University Saeed Rokooei is an assistant professor of Building Construction Science at Mississippi State University. Saeed obtained his bachelor’s degree in Architecture and then continued his studies in Project and Con- struction Management. Saeed completed his PhD in Construction Management while he got a master of science in Management Information Systems. He is continuing his research on simulation to provide a comprehensive supplementary method in construction management education

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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George Okere, University of Cincinnati

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Construction Engineering

projects. He received his PhD in Technology Management from Indiana State University with a specialization in Construction Management. He joined academia in 2014. His research focus is on contract administration on heavy civil projects, as well as on construction education. His teaching areas include 1. introduction to the built environment and construction management, 2. construction materials and methods, 3. construction equipment, 4. building construction cost estimating, 5. heavy civil construc- tion cost estimating, 6. project planning, scheduling, and control, 7. temporary structures, and 8. contract changes and claims. American c Society for

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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James B. Pocock, U.S. Air Force Academy; Patrick Charles Suermann P.E., Texas A&M University

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

design) and designintegration and presentation. The students learn how architects and engineers work together inmulti-disciplinary teams to complete a building design project. The course is assessed each yearthrough course assessment plans, course assessment reports, student course critiques andprogram graduation surveys. Quantitative and qualitative assessment data are presented. Itsupports multiple ABET student outcomes and criteria. Students rate it among their favoriteundergraduate courses. More importantly, it prepares them for their future roles in designing andmanaging real building projects.Keywords: ABET, architecture, civil engineering, engineering design, interdisciplinary, BIMIntroductionUndergraduate civil engineering programs

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tom Michael Leathem, Auburn University; Lauren W Redden, Auburn University; Jeffrey Kim, Auburn University; Wesley Collins, Auburn University; Ishmael Boynton Preer

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Construction Engineering

often unable to connect the use of technology to a learning experience [6], therefore,instructors must be willing and able to make those connections for them. Construction facultymust seek ways to actively engage Generation Z students [7] in ways that these tech-savvystudents prefer to learn. Unfortunately, construction academics continue to struggle to define aclear path regarding how technology can be used in the classroom [4] which could be a detrimentto the learning experience [8]. Moreover, the utilization of technology in a constructionmanagement classroom can be cumbersome if there is not a well-thought-out plan to do so, andthe instructor is not aware of the impacts (good or bad) of introducing new technology.The incorporation of one

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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Didier M. Valdes, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Carla Lopez Del Puerto, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Alberto M. Figueroa-Medina, University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez; Benjamin Colucci, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Rocío Juliana Sotomayor-Irizarry, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez

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Construction Engineering

) and Safety Data, Analysis and Evaluation (ANB20). Former President and General Manager of the Metropolitan Bus Authority (MBA) and Former Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Integrated Transit Authority (PRITA).Dr. Benjamin Colucci, University of Puerto Rico at MayaguezMs. Roc´ıo Juliana Sotomayor-Irizarry, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020 Developing an Educational Module to Increase Engineering Students’ Knowledge of Highway Work Zones and Temporary Traffic Control PlansAbstractMotor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of fatalities of road users and construction workersin highway work zones. Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) plans are

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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Yewande S. Abraham, Rochester Institute of Technology; Bilge Gökhan Çelik, Roger Williams University; Max Frasier Spaan, Rochester Institute of Technology; Natalie Mansson

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering

teaches courses in construction management at RIT including construction schedul- ing, planning and control, principles of construction leadership and management, and sustainable building construction and design. Her research is in sustainable built environments, occupant comfort and behav- ior, indoor environmental quality, and building energy consumption.Dr. Bilge G¨okhan C ¸ elik, Roger Williams University Dr. Bilge G¨okhan C ¸ elik is a Professor of Construction Management at Roger Williams University. He earned his Ph.D. in Design, Construction, and Planning from the University of Florida and his M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Architecture from Anadolu University in Turkey. Dr. C¸elik’s research and

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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Yilmaz Hatipkarasulu, University of Texas at San Antonio; Guntulu S. Hatipkarasulu, Texas State University

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Construction Engineering

accreditingagency for both 4-year bachelor’s degree programs and two-year associate degree programs inconstruction, construction science, construction management, and construction technology. [16]Currently, there are 72 four-year bachelor's, five master's, and 13 associate degree programsaccredited by ACCE [17].ACCE lists the following learning outcomes for the bachelor degree programs in section 3.1.5 ofthe Standards and Criteria for the Accreditation of Bachelor’s Degree Construction EducationPrograms (ACCE Document 103B) [18]: 1. Create written communications appropriate to the construction discipline. 2. Create oral presentations appropriate to the construction discipline. 3. Create a construction project safety plan. 4. Create construction

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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John Tingerthal P.E., Northern Arizona University; Nicholas Tymvios, Bucknell University; Rachel Mosier P.E., Oklahoma State University; Kimberly Grau Talley P.E., Texas State University

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

the Spring" was aimed at sharing stories of success andchallenge from the recently concluded semester. The second session titled "COVID in the Fall" askedparticipants to share plans and concerns about the fall 2020 semester. Other sessions at the 2020Annual Conference which were focused on the pandemic included : • “After COVID-19: The role of Engineering Schools in the Post Pandemic Era” • “Challenges and Potential Solutions for Engineering Education posed by the COVID-19 Pandemic” • “Diversity Roundtable: The Impact of COVID-19 on Underrepresented Engineering Students” • “Diversity Roundtable: COVID-19 Impact on Faculty and Academic Careers”This paper documents the themes that emerged from the two round-table

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 4

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Luciana Debs, Purdue University Programs; Bryan John Hubbard P.E., Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Construction Engineering

finished at the same time, one might have to wait until the second is done;  parallel teaching – in this mode, the instruction is planned jointly by both (or more) teachers, but it is delivered to only half of the class. An example given by researchers is the use of this type of teaching to explain different points of view of a same topic where each half of the class is instructed on the same topic, but through two different points of view. Then, the whole class can come back together and discuss on the topic using those two points of view;  alternative teaching – in this type of co-teaching, one instructor is responsible for a larger

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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Michael James Deigert P.E., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Anahid Behrouzi, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Pamalee A. Brady, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

practice plan reading. The main motivation for instructors to incorporatethis software in their classes is to expose students to technology they will encounter aspractitioners, especially significant since contractors view these drawings as a legal descriptionof their scope of work. Therefore, the production and interpretation of the documents requiresthat they exhibit a high level of accuracy, specificity, and clarity.This paper focuses on the use of Bluebeam markup and grading in architectural engineeringcourses to enable communication between faculty and students during the iterative structuraldesign process. The paper provides sample student hand calculations, sketches, and CADstructural drawings with Bluebeam markups provided by practitioner

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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Yewande S. Abraham, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

including construction schedul- ing, planning and control and sustainable building construction and design. Her research is in sustainable built environments, occupant comfort and behavior, indoor environmental quality, and building energy consumption. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020 Importance of Active Learning in an Undergraduate Course in Construction SchedulingAbstractStudents in construction majors require a variety of skills and knowledge to thrive and leadchange in the industry. The learning process should incorporate strategies that ensure studentsacquire knowledge in the right environment, using up-to-date tools and technology that willsupport

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 4

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

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Construction Engineering

technology. Theinstructor used a FARO laser scanner to record a wall’s displacement for out-of-plan loadsand a destructive test to clearly explain the mechanical behavior of the rubble walls of thetarget house for students [8].The American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) is a private non-profitcorporation, which accredits construction education programs in colleges and universities thatrequest its evaluation and meet its standards and criteria. The primary goal of ACCE is topromote and improve construction education in colleges and universities. By workingtogether through ACCE, stakeholders representing the construction community and the publicat large, construction educators, and constructors establish and maintain standards and

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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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

industryadvisors serve as mentors and coaches. The event climax is an intensive one week work periodthat simulates the construction industry environment they will experience after graduation.During this sprint to the finish, students complete their design and construction plans, assembletheir final deliverables, and brief a panel of judges to include real project stakeholders. The paperoutlines assessment of both the event and the student deliverables, with linkages to ABEToutcomes. This case study should prove useful to educators exploring innovative approaches totheir capstone course, those looking to conduct a culminating event in a compressed timeframe,as well as those interested in providing leadership development opportunities for

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 4 - Pedagogy & Accreditation I

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Construction Engineering

) from Carnegie Mellon University, and National Scholarship (2007; 2008) from China. Dr. Zhang has re- search interests in developing and leveraging advanced technologies to support construction engineering and management, construction automation, and sustainable infrastructure, including building information modeling (BIM), artificial intelligence (AI) [i.e., natural language processing (NLP), machine learning, and automated reasoning], virtual reality (VR), and construction robotics. His research has been sup- ported by Federal and State agencies such as Transportation Research Center for Livable Communities and Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning. He has been awarded two National Science Founda- tion (NSF

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Construction Engineering

registered for the competition under a fictitious general contracting firm name. All thebidding documentation, addenda, and request for information (RFI) for a construction project, of$5-50M size, was managed through electronic Plan Rooms. Once registered, the bid committeeissued the Instructions to Bidders document to the teams, specifying all the biddingrequirements. Teams downloaded the documentation, from the Plan Room (web portal),including drawings, specifications, and contact documentation. Teams worked collaboratively toperform the quantity takeoffs for the project. To bring in the component of experiential learning,students were required to use Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) standards. Theywere also encouraged to use tools

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 4: Capstone, Safety and Beyond

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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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

, project management, strategic planning, preconstruction, and sustaining the built environment. At Purdue, Benhart also leads the Healthcare Construction Management program and works with the first ASHE (American Society of Healthcare Engineering) student chapter. His position allows him to further develop construction education in the built environment and be an in- dustry advocate for the next generation of builders. He is also very involved in field supervision training programs, both at Purdue and on the national level. He focuses on the sustainability of our industry by mentoring the retiring baby boomers with new foremen and superintendents. Benhart also has an exten- sive resume in industry. His previous position

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 1: Assessments

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David L. Batie, East Carolina University

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Construction Engineering

Standards for Accreditation Fall 2016Ultimately the new Outcome Based Standards 103 ((http://www.acce-hq.org/accreditation_process/accreditation-procedures/) were approved with all programsrequired to use the new standards in fall 2016 [8]. They are:1. Create written communications appropriate to the construction discipline.2. Create oral presentations appropriate to the construction discipline.3. Create a construction project safety plan.4. Create construction project cost estimates.5. Create construction project schedules.6. Analyze professional decisions based on ethical principles.7. Analyze construction documents for planning and management of construction processes.8 .Analyze methods, materials, and equipment used to

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 3

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Sudarshan Krishnan, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

Paper ID #31322The Outer Space Also Needs ArchitectsDr. Sudarshan Krishnan, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Sudarshan Krishnan specializes in the area of lightweight structures. His current research focuses on the structural design and stability behavior of cable-strut systems and transformable structures. He teaches courses on the planning, analysis and design of structural systems. As an architect and structural designer, he has worked on a range of projects that included houses, hospitals, recreation centers, institutional buildings, and conservation of historic buildings/monuments. Professor

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 3: Case Studies

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anthony Perrenoud, University of Oklahoma; Juvenal Huizar, University of Oklahoma

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Construction Engineering

% 57% 13% 13% 0% Q18.E Civil Engineering 10% 29% 19% 29% 14% Q18.F Interior Design 0% 19% 29% 33% 19% Q18.G Electrical Engineering 5% 41% 23% 23% 9% Q18.H Mechanical Engineering 5% 55% 14% 18% 9%Research Question Three – Career PathTable 7 indicates that only one participant plans on retiring in the next five years and seven (27%)will be retiring within 5 to 10 years

Conference Session

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

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Geoff Wright, Brigham Young University; Justin Earl Weidman, Brigham Young University

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering

Paper ID #22461Increasing Student Construction Interest by Engaging Elementary Studentsin an Inquiry-Based 3D Modelling After School ProgramDr. Geoff Wright, Brigham Young University Dr. Geoffrey A. Wright is a professor of Technology and Engineering Studies in the Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology at Brigham Young University.Dr. Justin Earl Weidman, Brigham Young University Justin Weidman is an Assistant Professor in Construction Management at Brigham Young University. He earned his PhD from Virginia Tech in Environmental Design and Planning. c American Society for Engineering

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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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

planning, sustainability rating system, and environmental plan assessment.Dr. Elaine Rawley Goetz, Ohio University Office of Sustainability Elaine Goetz is the Director of Sustainability at Ohio University. She has a PhD in Civil Engineering and is a LEED AP O&M. Elaine taught a Sustainable Construction course at Ohio University, a precursor to the LEED Lab course, in the spring of 2018. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020 Student Construction Sustainability Evaluation: A LEED Lab Case StudyAbstractConstruction sustainability involves processes, decisions, and actions during a project life cycle toenhance the project’s social, economic, and environmental performance. Much of the

Conference Session

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

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert B. Austin, Bowling Green State University

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Construction Engineering

writings have been on concrete repairs, structural plastics and flash track project management were funded by the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Construction Industry Institute. Dr. Austin’s teaching and research interests cross the spectrum of the construction management, with a current focus on project management, construction equipment, planning and scheduling and research and teaching methodologies. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Tailoring Construction Management Instruction to the Emerging Adult LearnerIntroductionAccording to the National Survey of Student Engagement [29], Bowling Green State University(BGSU) is a

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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

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Construction Engineering

capacity, he man- aged projects ranging in size from $4 million to over $115 million and was responsible for overall project execution including budget and cost controls, procurement, safety, scheduling, quality, and client satisfac- tion. Anthony received both his Ph.D. in Planning, Design and Construction and master’s degree (M.S.) in Construction Management from Michigan State University. He received his bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from Eastern Michigan University and also holds a master electrical license in the State of Michigan. Anthony is a committee member for the Transportation Research Board - Standing Committee on Project Delivery Methods, a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow, and Ronald E

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 6 - Technology & Simulation

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeffrey M. Otey, Texas A&M University; Jorge D. Camba, Purdue University; Nicholas Danney, Texas A&M University

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Construction Engineering

using BIM to complete land development-based projects. Figures 1 and 2show common example assignments for this version of the class. Projects included a ruralairport redesign, an RV park, and a shopping center. These were team-based projects, requiringdesign presentations, technical reports, fully dimensioned construction drawings, andconstruction budgets. The instructors observed that in a team dynamic, some members wouldfocus on their areas of strength, so not all participants performed CAD tasks (a main learningoutcome of the course).Figure 1. Plan-Profile drawing of proposed Figure 2. Site layout and utility legend createdroadway created in AutoCAD. using AutoCAD.Second VersionAs AutoCAD is undergoing replacement by

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 4 - Pedagogy & Accreditation I

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; George D. Ford, Mississippi State University; Tori Thompson, Mississippi State University

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering

rigorousprogramming, maximized participation and attendance, long enough duration, involved parents, andeffectiveness evaluations (McCombs, et al., 2011). Administering effectiveness evaluations to thestudents regarding the teaching style and course load are essential to any intensive-length course todetermine how the students viewed the success of the course and what aspects needed improving. Thebest practices for teaching a summer course according to Kops (2014) are to restructure the course,reconfigure assignments, organize and plan, and maximize support to students. Giordano emphasizedthat for effective time-compressed courses, it is essential to have clearly outlined objectives, enthusiasmand process, active classroom discussion and peer interaction

Conference Session

ConstDiv Technical Session 1 - Capstone & Case Study

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Construction Engineering

same teamsfinalize their proposals, draft overall construction schedules, and develop and conduct safetytraining.In the second part, students manage and actually build the projects, with help and guidance fromthe faculty. Based on students’ plans, faculty and community partners arrange for materials andequipment. Short term work schedules are also developed by faculty and students using a varietyof methods, from email to Doodle polls. During construction, each 3-4 person student team actsas a foreman for their piece of the work, as proposed. Other students may help as needed tobuild. Students are responsible for submitting timecards for the crews, including time, activities,quantities and productivity. The “project engineer of the day

Conference Session

Construction Division Technical Session 3: Case Studies

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edwin R. Schmeckpeper, Norwich University; John Edward Patterson, Norwich University; Nadia Al-Aubaidy, Norwich University

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Construction Engineering

architects started working on floor plans andother items before the engineering and construction management students started full-time workon the project. During this initial design stage, the architects brought in engineers andconstruction managers to consult as necessary. After design concepts were substantiallycomplete, the construction managers played a larger role in developing constructiondocumentation, specifications, and plans for construction. Shown in Figure 3, the ΔT-90 house officially placed first in the Affordability Contest of the

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 4

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Nicholas Tymvios, Bucknell University; John Gambatese, Oregon State University

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Construction Engineering

University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Dr. Gambatese’s expertise is in the broad areas of construction engineering and management, and structural engineering. He has taught many courses over his career on a variety of subjects including: construction safety, contracts and specifications, planning and scheduling, structural analysis and design, temporary construction structures, construction site systems engineering, and engineering economics. He has performed research and published numer- ous articles on construction worker safety, work zone design and safety, prevention through design, risk management, sustainability, constructability, innovation, and construction contracting. He is a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division Technical Session 5

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Kelli R. Kopocis-Herstein, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Terry L. Stentz, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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Construction Engineering

. Students write about their experience during the last ten (10) minutes of class. Students wrote they felt “refreshed” after the meditation experience and were going to try to add reflective time to focus on stress management into their schedules. Many students were very concerned about their Life Stressors Index and wrote about coping mechanisms they plan to employ in order to improve their own lives. They also wrote about how they will look for signs of distress in their construction crews and work to improve work-life balance for themselves and their subordinates.Week 4 – Leadership, Personality, and Learning Styles The module begins by juxtaposing the definitions of leadership and management. For this first class in the