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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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recycling, reusing, reducing, andrethinking, and it is defined as designing materials for durability, reuse, remanufacturing, andrecycling to keep products, components, and materials circulating in the economy [1].Deconstruction is one of the circular economy methods for faster recovery of building products,parts, materials, and components to minimize environmental impact and maximize economicvalue through reuse, recycling, repair, and remanufacture [2]. For proper deconstruction ofbuilding components, buildings need to be designed for disassembly. Some of the key principlesfor designing the building for disassembly include: (a) proper documentation of methods andmaterials used for construction such that it can be utilized during deconstruction; (b

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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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

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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University with specializa- tion in Construction Management. His research focus is in the area of contract administration on heavy civil projects. His teaching areas include 1. introduction to the built environment and construction man- agement, 2. construction materials and methods, 3. construction equipment, 4. building construction cost estimating, 5. heavy civil construction cost estimating, 6. project planning, scheduling, and control, 7. temporary structures, and 8. contract changes and claims management.Mr. Chris Souder, M.S. Chris Souder graduated with an undergraduate degree in Construction Management in 1988 before going to work for Kiewit Pacific Co. in Northern California. Chris had a successful sixteen year

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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understanding and application of both 2D and 3D visualization in their work.The following research questions guide this project:1. To what extent can a Spatial Visualization plugin for AutoCAD (SVA) contribute in improving the spatial visualization skills of architecture, engineering, and construction students?2. How do engineering and construction students perceive the usability and user-friendliness of the SVA plugin for 2D to 3D conversion in AutoCAD?MethodologyThe study consists of two major parts: 1) developing the SVA plugin and then, 2) assessing theeffectiveness of SVA in improving 3D visualization skills for engineering and constructionstudents and measuring the correlation between spatial visualization skills and planinterpretation

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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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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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

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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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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contractor firms.LITERATURE REVIEWIn the construction industry, employees’ performance significantly contributes to the overallsuccess of projects and construction organizations. Therefore, employers need to recruit skilledworkers and provide targeted training to workers in order to achieve the desired project outcomesand organizational goals. To effectively recruit and train workers, construction companies shouldfirst determine what traits and skills help workers succeed in their jobs, especially constructionproject management jobs.Beyond technical competence, [1] and [14] noted that personality characteristics are essential forthe job performance of construction workers. According to [3], personality traits are largelyresponsible for the values

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pranshoo Solanki, Illinois State University

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experiential learning in the form of a competition in the course. Someof the relevant studies are summarized in subsequent paragraphs.Sirianni et al. [1] carried out a survey of current civil engineering students and graduates ofRochester Institute of Technology for assessing the impact of the concrete canoe and steel bridgecompetitions on student learning and development. The study examined how participationaffected the growth of technical and non-technical abilities, confidence, motivation, andacademic success. Surveys, focus groups, and interviews were conducted for this study.According to the study's findings, taking part in these competitions helped students improve theirconfidence, motivation, and overall academic performance while also

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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control, and reduced productivity are some of the implicationsof having unskilled workers in construction [11], [13], [16].Although the potential talent pool (the young graduates) possesses the education to take on thesepositions, they do not possess the mastery, job experience, and training to deliver and sustain theindustry’s expectations, particularly specialty trade contracting firms [1]. [27] found out that sitesupervisors with more job experience have better knowledge to overcome obstacles, meet up withclients’ expectations, and optimize project outcomes.To augment the gap in the skills needed in craft trades, [10] reported that opportunities should bemade available for the current workforce to acquire training in skills that affect job and

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Raúl Esteban Toscano; Vanessa Guerra, University of Virginia; Miguel Andres Guerra, Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ

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innovation, and assessing engineering students’ agency to address climate change. Currently, MiguelAndres is working on a framework to support and conduct undergraduate research. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Work in Progress: Introducing a coffee break to improve exam performance and reducing student stress in construction majors Raúl Toscano1, Vanessa Guerra2, Miguel Andrés Guerra3*1 Undergraduate student, Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ, Colegio de Ciencias e Ingenierías, Departamento de Ingeniería Civil, Casilla Postal 17-1200-841, Quito 170901, Ecuador.2 Assistant Professor, University of Virginia, School of Architecture, Department of Urban

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 4

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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industry's nominal value added was 4.1 percent of the GDP andis projected to reach a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 5 percent from 2022-2026 [1]. Thisprojection of industry growth exacerbates the ongoing crisis of the current workforce shortage inthe U.S. construction industry. As the Millennial generation continues to enter the workforcewhile the Baby Boomers generation is approaching retirement, there is a growing concern thattraditional engineering and construction education systems do not prepare students for variousworkforce challenges, and the workforce demand will not be met in a timely manner. BabyBoomers are the generation born between 1946 and 1964 that are currently in management andleadership positions. Baby Boomers' generation stands

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 4

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Claudia Calle Müller, Florida International University; Mais Kayyali, Florida International University; Mohamed Elzomor, P.E., Florida International University

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crucial indicator of institutional quality [1]. Over the past twodecades, time-to-degree for United States (U.S.) bachelor’s degree recipients has noticeablyincreased, resulting in higher education institutions becoming particularly concerned aboutcompletion or graduation rates [2]. Traditionally, the bachelor’s degree is a four-year degree.However, more than 50 percent of bachelor’s students fail to complete their degree on time, thusbecoming extender students. This term refers to students who take longer than four years tocomplete a bachelor’s degree [3], [4]. Given that most undergraduate Science, Technology,Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) students take longer to graduate, the four-year degree hastransformed into a six-year degree, raising

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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George Okere, University of Cincinnati; Raymond Paul Giroux Dist.M.ASCE, NAC, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Management from Indiana State University with specializa- tion in Construction Management. His research focus is in the area of contract administration on heavy civil projects. His teaching areas include 1. introduction to the built environment and construction man- agement, 2. construction materials and methods, 3. construction equipment, 4. building construction cost estimating, 5. heavy civil construction cost estimating, 6. project planning, scheduling, and control, 7. temporary structures, and 8. contract changes and claims management.Prof. Raymond Paul Giroux Dist.M.ASCE, NAC, Purdue University, West Lafayette Paul Giroux worked in the heavy civil construction industry for Kiewit for 45 years and played a key role

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Cribbs, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Hariharan Naganathan, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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concentrations, and in-hand increase therevenue. In addition, the faculty members involved in this initiative would be going throughprofessional development efforts, which can help in their promotions and tenure down the lane.There are few opportunities for the construction faculty to do the internship/field experienceduring the full-time semester. However, every year, the Associated General Contractors (AGC)Faculty residency program provides opportunities for junior faculty to perform summerinternships. Very few works of literature exist on the impact of faculty externships onconstruction education[1], [2]. This paper aims to lay out the strategies, course outcomes, and aknowledge transfer methodology utilizing the faculty residency performed in the

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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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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of the program’s success in meeting ABET’s standards of quality. Thelessons learned include exploiting opportunities for cross-listing or cross-teaching constructionengineering courses with civil and mechanical engineering, and project management programs, andidentifying the need for new educational materials including textbooks for construction engineeringprograms.IntroductionShortage of skilled workers has become a significant challenge for construction industry in the UnitedStates. A recent U.S. Chamber of Commerce study revealed that 92% of contractors face difficultyfinding skilled workers, 71% ask their skilled workers to work overtime, and 42% report turning downprojects due to skilled labor shortages [1]. The aging of the skilled

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luciana Debs, Purdue University; Claudio Martani, Purdue University

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theinclusion of this type of content into their construction courses or programs.IntroductionPrevious research argued that engineering students have a 'culture of disengagement' aboutsocietal issues [1]. Furthermore, recent work on engineering and technology students'perceptions of using new technology suggests an over-focus on technical aspects within thoseprograms, to the detriment of social implications [2].Considering the societal impact of the built environment on the population, this lag seemsunjustified and concerning. Furthermore, history has several examples that indicate the effect ofpoorly functioning construction and infrastructure on the deployment of unsatisfactory servicelevels, high operation and maintenance costs, and unjustified

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Omkar Gadakh; Luciana Debs, Purdue University

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theconstruction management sector [1]. For example, previous research found that recentconstruction graduates may occupy or assist with positions such as project engineer, fieldengineer, scheduler, estimator, project manager [2]. Furthermore, depending on the company andproject scope, some of these construction management positions can have varied responsibilitiesincluding, but not limited to, surveying, performing quality control, assisting in gatheringquantities of work put in place, documenting information, helping foremen with understandingdrawings and specifications, assisting in preparing schedules and maintaining inventory control.To fulfill these responsibilities efficiently, construction graduates must possess a mix of skillsthat involve

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 4

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University; Mohamed Elzomor, P.E., Florida International University

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participatingin and delivering high-performance sustainable infrastructure projects. Finally, this study wouldbe valuable for implementing SI and enhancing the project management skills of the future AECworkforce.BackgroundSustainable infrastructures (SI) must be planned, built, and maintained carefully to fulfill theirintended function due to their complex design and construction. Such complex projects typicallyinvolve a wide range of stakeholders. These stakeholders hold diverse roles and responsibilitiesincluding setting the project's parameters and performance standards to running and maintainingthe finished infrastructure, all of which vary as the project progresses [1]. The path to sustainablegoals, which might include zero energy, zero carbon, and

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Souhail Elhouar, P.E., Bradley University

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. The results of the survey are presentedthroughout the paper and a list of topics for the adequate coverage of structural concepts toconstruction management students is proposed.Keywords: structural, design, concepts, teaching, construction, managementIntroduction and review of literatureConstruction Management is a multidisciplinary profession that requires its adherents to possesscompetences in a variety of subjects. The American Council for Construction Education(ACCE) stipulates in its most recent accreditation standard [1] that, by the time they graduate,students seeking a construction management degree must attain the seventeen Student LearningOutcomes (SLO’s) shown in Table 1, which are being shown in their totality here to provide

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 4

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carmen Paz Muñoz, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Monica Quezada-Espinoza, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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times of sample groups of students from a Construction Engineering program at aprivate Chilean university. Degree progression and graduation time results of the followinggroups are compared: 1) students who pass the intensive summer remedial courses, 2)students who do not take or who fail the intensive summer remedial courses, and 3) studentswho pass the related courses during regular semesters. The results show that graduation timesare positively impacted when students have passed intensive remedial courses. However, nostatistically significant differences are observed between groups in the degree progressionindicator, even though the average progression of students who passed intensive courses is9% higher than those who did not enroll in or

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 5

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cassandra Puletapuai, Colorado State University; Daniel Birmingham, Colorado State University; Rodolfo Valdes-Vasquez, Colorado State University

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, Asian/Asian American, Hispanic/Latina, andIndigenous [1]. In 2060, women of Color will constitute 60 percent of the female population and30 percent of the total U.S. populace. Women of Color numbers grew expeditiously in 2017 to41 percent of the female population and 21 percent of the total U.S. populace [2]. Though thenumbers uptick toward growth, stagnation looms in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering &Mathematics) academically and professionally and in fields similar to engineering. Thedemographic reporting on engineering faculty with women of Color scholarly reports do notreflect the full scope of their characteristics, often negating gender, race, and specific engineeringdiscipline [1]. The lack of an extensive demographic may lie

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; Raheleh Miralami, Mississippi State University; George D. Ford, Mississippi State University

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the outcomes were discussed. This paper highlights the importance ofteamwork as an essential skill set that can be incorporated into various construction andengineering courses in post-secondary educational programs.LITERATURE REVIEWCollaboration and teamwork are essential parts of project-based industries. The AEC(architecture, engineering, and construction) industry is heavily dependent on teamwork, as thedegree of project success is often determined by collaborative efforts. In a report published byConstructing Excellence [1] a guideline for forming effective teams in the American constructionindustry was provided in which selecting proper team members, leadership, team meetings, andteamwork matrix (including team identity, shared vision

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Behnam Shadravan, Florida A&M University

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future job success. Therefore, constructionengineering programs must demonstrate teamwork skills to pass the criteria for AccreditationBoard for Engineering and Technology (ABET) [1].More than seventy percent of employers expected the colleges to have more emphasis on“teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with others in diverse group settings” based on apoll in 2009 on behalf of the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AACU) [2].Many studies recognized teamwork as one of the essential skills among college graduates.Teamwork skills are significant for any type and level of job; however, their significance is moreprominent and treasured in higher positions [3]. Teamwork impacts student development throughcollaborative

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Veto Matthew Ray, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis; Emily McLaughlin; Brenda Morrow, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis

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travel through the confusing andunfamiliar territory of modern learning environments. Continued advancements in technology,furniture innovations, curricular change, and other factors which support academic progressionwill most certainly drive future assessment and outcomes.Literature Review:Higher education institutions are increasingly focused on providing classrooms that support thetwenty-first-century learner, requiring flexible spaces that incorporate new instructionaltechnologies and active learning environments. With rising student numbers and decreasedbudgets, universities are struggling to optimize the use of classroom space [1]. Research hasproven that students and instructors are positively impacted by the existence of teaching

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Technical Session 3

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Veto Matthew Ray, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis; Brenda Morrow, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis

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estimating course, with the goal of providing knowledge for construction programs and theeffectiveness of flipped learning.Literature Foundation:Research indicates an increased interest in using a flipped learning model at the universityundergraduate level to foster student academic achievement. The flipped learning approach isdefined as student-centered where students “take an active role in their learning” and instructorsare “learning facilitators” [1]. This differs from traditional classroom instruction which focuseson a lecturer-centered model. A flipped classroom is an inversion or reversal of the traditionallecture followed by homework assignment model, it moves the lecture content before class andassignments or hands-on activities during

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Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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. The research process comprises three key phases: (1)Before pilot study: Introducing the project and guidelines and conducting a pre-summativeassessment of students' prior construction skills. (2) Pilot study: Students embark on theconstruction phase, facing various challenges such as constructing their houses within specifiedparameters, including size, limited pieces, design requirements, and adhering to LEGO's setcolor guidelines for the design. (3) After pilot study: This final phase uses a post-summativeassessment that evaluates the improvement in students' construction skills. The resultsdemonstrate that well-designed LEGO tasks can enhance students' skills by improvingcommunication, leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Case Studies in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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growing demand for AI competencies and its influenceon academic preparation, guiding higher education institutions towards training students for alabor market that increasingly values industrialization, robotics, and virtual and augmentedreality technologies. The following section provides a literature review showcasing AI'simportance in engineering and this sector's required skills and competencies.AI todayArtificial Intelligence (AI) has made significant advances in recent decades, with experimentsand studies outlining its capabilities and limitations. Its paradigms have recently beenreassessed, generating innovative applications to solve diverse real-world problems. Thisprogress marks an era of notable change and expansion in the AI field [1-3

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Sustainability and Student Health in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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) is also critical. This research focuses on examining the stresslevels and identifying key factors contributing to stress, such as academic workload, anxietiesrelated to job searches, and concerns over future professional prospects. In our previous research,we also highlighted the significance of mental health challenges among engineering students. Ourprevious study recommended integrating mental health resources into the engineering curriculum,particularly for civil and construction students [1]. Building on our prior research, this study aimsto assess stress levels and explore the relationships between various stressors and demographicvariables among AEC students. Following Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval, this studydistributed

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Sustainability and Student Health in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohsen Goodarzi, Ball State University; Mohsen Garshasby, Mississippi State University

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from current and past projects tohighlight the potential barriers to achieving sustainability goals in construction and includestrategies to overcome these barriers in the course curriculum.MethodData CollectionThe focus of this study was on multifamily residential projects certified under LEED-NC version3. To gather data from the USGBC website, the first step involved compiling a list of all projectsin the United States with LEED-NC certification, which were then filtered by version. Afterfiltering, a total of 8200 projects certified under version 3 were identified. These projects werefurther categorized by project type, with only multifamily residential projects selected, resultingin 844 projects certified by February 1, 2024.Following an

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Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shaghayegh Kurzinski, Roger Williams University; Anne Anderson, Roger Williams University; Jonathan Robert Gomes, Roger Williams University

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collaborative training for construction education using real-world construction industry tools and software. This technology-based training can also inform the CMeducational sector about the opportunity for utilizing this or similar project-controlling software in theclassroom for semester projects to easily share the project information and communicate with studentswhile monitoring their progress.Keywords: Construction management education, Procore®, Real-world industry practices, Studentengagement, Construction lab. 1. IntroductionThe construction industry has been actively adopting new technologies to improve the collaboration andcommunication between the members involved in a project. Effective communication and project controlin the

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Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohsen Garshasby, Mississippi State University; Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; Mohsen Goodarzi, Ball State University; Ali Garshasbi, Mississippi State University

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, time management, conflicts between members of a teamand intensity of building tasks and fabrication. Overall, design-build as an instructional deliverymode has shown to present merit in conveying construction fundamental knowledge, however,challenges with time and group size seem to impact the overall efficiency of the model.Keywords: Design-build, Instructional Delivery Method, Construction Education, StudentPerceptionIntroductionConstruction education has undergone significant evolution in recent years, responding to theever-changing needs of the construction industry [1], [2], [3]. To adapt to this change,universities and construction programs have developed different approaches in their courseworkand curricula, moving away from traditional