Conference Session

Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

Paper ID #42146A Game-Based Learning Method to Promote Soft Skills in Construction EducationRaissa Seichi Marchiori, The University of Alabama Raissa Seichi Marchiori is currently a Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) and a Ph.D. student in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alabama. Raissa obtained her bachelor’s degree and an MBA in Civil Engineering in Brazil. Her research topic is in the construction engineering area. Her research interests include implementing Building Information Modeling on construction sites, safety training, workforce development, and

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Omkar Gadakh; Luciana Debs, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

rendered 64 listings for data collection. It was found thatqualifications in job listings referenced mostly soft skills, whereas responsibilities referencedtechnical skills the most. The listings were analyzed to find representation of Student LearningOutcomes (SLOs) as well. It was observed that job responsibilities represented more SLOs thanthe qualification sections. The findings from this study could be used by institutions to bringtheir construction management programs up to current industry expectations. Recent andupcoming graduates can use these findings to understand the skills they need to possess to workin their desired positions in construction.IntroductionConstruction graduates usually occupy a plethora of professional positions within

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)

therequirements. Graduates entering the workforce need to present with both soft skills andtechnical skills to perform their job responsibilities successfully. Integrating a simulatedexperience within a construction cost estimating course provides an active learning environmentwhere students can better understand the full extent of the bidding process as a whole includingthe soft skills that drive and connect decision-making and the application of technical skills.Salas et al. [1] define simulation-based training as any synthetic practice environment that iscreated in order to impart competencies (i.e., attitudes, concepts, knowledge, rules, or skills) thatwill improve a trainee’s performance. The study [1] goes on to discuss the advantages ofsimulation

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tolulope Ibilola Ogundare; Rebecca Kassa, University of Kansas; Omar Maali, City of Lawrence, Kansas; Brian Lines, The University of Kansas; Jake Smithwick, University of North Carolina, Charlotte; Kenneth Timothy Sullivan, Arizona State University

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

to workers’ decision to transition todifferent job roles in the industry.These challenges make it important for construction companies to apply effective strategies torecruit, train, and retain employees. One beneficial strategy involves assessing workers’ technicaland soft skills and determining whether they align with the job requirements. Previous studies(e.g., [7], [13]) have found that personality traits are associated with skills that influence jobperformance. The objective of this study was to identify the personality traits, or humandimensions (HDs), of specialty field leaders and general contractor project managers, anddetermine whether specialty field leaders have the traits needed to be effective as project managersin general

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

Tagged Topics

Diversity

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

, andinterdisciplinary communication skills. Additionally, PBL and CMD activity enhanced students’ability to conceptualize systems thinking by focusing on how the concepts and patterns in onesystem influence other systems and circular economy outcomes dynamically. The findings of thestudy contribute to the architectural, engineering, and sustainable construction body ofknowledge by educating the future construction workforce about novel concepts of circulareconomy, design for disassembly, and deconstruction as well as developing soft skills tocommunicate their technical knowledge effectively.Keywords: Circular Economy, Problem-based Learning, Concept Mapping, Systems thinkingIntroduction and BackgroundThe circular economy is associated with the concepts of

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

George Okere, University of Cincinnati; Chris Souder, M.S.

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

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)

academic and industry settings. According to the results and asshown in Table 3, “Effective Communication” was identified by students as the most critical skillthey believe needs improvement to maintain and promote mental well-being. Table 3. Comparative Importance of Mental Health Skills Among Students (Sample Size N= 50) In addition to rating the abovementioned skills, students were asked at the end of the surveyto specify any other skills they believe are essential for enhancing mental well-being. Notably,two students specifically mentioned “Happiness” as a skill that needs to be learned to enhancemental well-being. While many students emphasized various soft skills, three of themhighlighted

Conference Session

Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Eduardo Abril; Miguel Andres Guerra, Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

approach to relating the theoretical knowledge taught in class withthe real-world experience. This way, it becomes easier for students to develop judgement in civilengineering, and therefore be successful in their practice [11]. The purpose of this study is to determine if and how the implementation of project-basedclasses with practical proposals such as the construction of a 3D scale model made with realmaterials could support students learning process. This teaching method is important because helpstudents to know how to develop with real materials in the professional field, besides, the paperargue the importance of practical experience, which leads them to also develop soft skills, materialhandling and constructability, planning of

Conference Session

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Case Studies in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hector Buyones-Gonzalez, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile; Monica Quezada-Espinoza, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

andconfidentiality.Results on recommendations for adjusting the curriculumTable 2 displays the frequencies of the recommendations made by the interviewedconstruction experts. Table 2. Emerged recommendations from experts and frequencies. Recommendations for adjusting the curriculum Frequency Cross-disciplinary incorporation of AI into the curriculum 14 Encouragement of soft skills development 14 Establishment and strengthening of ties between academia, the 13 industrial sector, and technology companies Training in AI ethics and legislation

Conference Session

Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sooin Kim, Wayne State University

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

developing and enhancing students'150 communication skills [45]. First, current BIM programs in higher education have a limited focus151 on soft skills including communications, collaborations, and interpersonal skills [21]. Students152 reported that current BIM courses focus on technical software skills rather than interpersonal skills153 [21]. Most BIM education programs lack communication training for students to convey their ideas154 and findings in technical terminology and professional manner using the BIM workflows [26].155 Moreover, the current industry practices and communication methods are not well-reflected in156 current BIM education [21]. Students often struggle with understanding the technical157 communications in real