Aligning Construction Management Students' Minors With The Needs Of Industry Professionals,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Aligning Construction Management Students' Minors With The Needs Of Industry Professionals, Isaac Alexis Maximov
Construction Management
While in college, students will have to decide if they want to pursue a minor, in addition to their bachelor’s degree. To pursue a minor one has to take additional units, and one usually does this without any free electives, meaning their graduation date is most likely delayed. A minor, in theory, should provide additional benefits such as being more hirable and earning potential; however, in the construction industry, the minors construction management students are taking do not align with the needs of construction industry professionals in. And while most students believe having a minor will increase their salary, this …
Acoustical Damping For Poly Canyon Village's Music Room,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Acoustical Damping For Poly Canyon Village's Music Room, Jayvee Martir
Construction Management
Poly Canyon Village was a project by Clark Construction and Architect Niles Bolton Associates that was completed in 2009 that provided housing for upcoming and continuing students. One of the buildings, labeled “Aliso” has constructed the music practice room for students to either play their musical instruments or have it become a convenient area to record, with one particular band “Tin Kitty” having problems with being too loud. Even so, there is potential for this music room to become much more than what it currently is. This paper is a research paper that covers the various materials and methods of …
Analysis Of Student Understanding Of The Change Order Process,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Analysis Of Student Understanding Of The Change Order Process, Austin C. Eberle
Construction Management
Effective project management comes from controlling cost, time, and quality on a project. As construction projects become more complex, changes in the original contract documents will arise due to the nature of human error. How a project manager documents and addresses change events can alter the successfulness of a project. This study attempts to look at senior level construction management major student’s understanding of the change order management process. The goal of the study is to ascertain how well the students feel the construction management curriculum prepared them to manage change events in industry. Students were asked to demonstrate their …
Perceptions Of Efficiency In Construction Jobsite Safety,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Perceptions Of Efficiency In Construction Jobsite Safety, Jay Doyle
Construction Management
This project is to examine the perception of jobsite safety practices of California contractors. Preliminary research found that jobsite safety practices are not a hinderance on a project schedule when managed well. A survey of students and industry professionals was the methodology used to gather this information. This survey consisted of various questions about the perception of safety practices on jobsites the respondent has worked on themselves, as well as their perception about safety in the construction industry as a whole. Significant findings were that half of the surveyed individuals had worked on a job site in which they lost …
Feasibility Analysis For Reclaim Device During Shotcrete Application,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Feasibility Analysis For Reclaim Device During Shotcrete Application, Cameron Neil Berkins
Construction Management
Shotcrete application has proven advantages over cast-in-place concrete under many different situations. Ease of access, minimal formwork, and higher productivity are prime examples. Its uses have exponentially increased through technical innovations to improve the ready-mix, nozzlemen technique, application surfaces, and to ensure higher dependability of the equipment. Unfortunately, concrete waste is still one of the highest percentages of overall waste in the construction industry. Shotcrete rebound, the material that falls from the wall due to lack of cohesion during installation, has slowly been reduced due to ready-mix alterations over the years, but effective recycling processes have yet to be implemented. …
Bank Of Italy Building's Net Zero Energy Renovation: A Case Study,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Bank Of Italy Building's Net Zero Energy Renovation: A Case Study, Joshua Kai Balaban
Construction Management
The designation of Net-Zero Energy describes a building that meets all of its energy demand with on-site renewable energy generation. The Bank of Italy Building, in Downtown San Jose, California, is currently undergoing design-development to transform a landmark historical site into a modern, Net-Zero Energy building. This paper will analyze the project team’s design approach to minimizing energy demand and meeting this demand with on-site renewable energy. It will also evaluate the unique challenges associated with preserving the historical character of the existing structure, while converting it into a high-performing building. The research will consider similar past projects and approaches; …
Cost Analysis Of Modern Residential Solar Installations,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Cost Analysis Of Modern Residential Solar Installations, Alex Scott Adams
Construction Management
This paper is a detailed cost analysis of standard photovoltaic panels and Tesla’s solar tiles. This analysis is specifically for the San Luis Obispo area, and focuses on comparing and contrasting new and old styles of residential solar for the average single family dwelling. This is important because there will become more consumers of solar in this area as the price becomes more favorable, and as sustainable practices become the norm. This trend is set to continue because of the movement to combat climate change. Solar energy fits into this movement because it is a source of energy that is …
Panelized Workforce Housing,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Panelized Workforce Housing, Brock H. Armstrong
Construction Management
This study analyzes the utility of a panelized exterior wall system in workforce housing. First, it introduces why the need for the project exists. Second, it touches on how Cal Poly procured the project and who the client is. Third, it lays out how the project was dealt with as far as its structure and the roles of the students taking part in the cohort. Fourth, it looks at the process of designing the panels, the various restrictions the students had to deal with in designing them, and how the panels changed over time due to new constraints being made …
Creating An Organized/Safer Way For Contractors To Carry Oversized Spare Tires,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Creating An Organized/Safer Way For Contractors To Carry Oversized Spare Tires, Thomas Arismendi
Construction Management
Construction is an industry that needs trucks/vehicles to travel across large dirt construction sites without getting stuck. This typically means upgrading to a larger wheel width/diameter to create the largest possible surface area for the tire to cover while off-road. Managing to get a flat tire whether it is rolling a bead in the dirt from being aired down or running over objects such as nails/screws, it is always important to carry a spare tire that fits the application. This causes an increased need to safely lock down an oversized spare when the time comes for one. Most of the …
The Feasibility Of Implementing Solar Power On Construction Sites,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
The Feasibility Of Implementing Solar Power On Construction Sites, Jordan Alves
Construction Management
The purpose of the research conducted in this project is to determine the feasibility of implementing solar on a construction site as means of providing power. Power requirements as well as costs from the established sources were compared to the current costs of solar, more importantly, to the current cost of the specific solar setup needed to provide consistent power to the site. As a baseline, the project power requirements were based of the requirements of the civil site the generator data was pulled from.
Case Study: Proven Benefits Of Insurance Backed Stretch And Flex Programs With Cdm Smith,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Case Study: Proven Benefits Of Insurance Backed Stretch And Flex Programs With Cdm Smith, Colin Dzubnar
Construction Management
Safety is the most important aspect of the construction industry. Due to daily strenuous physical activities that occur on a construction jobsite, having your body warmed up, pain-free and ready to perform labor intensive tasks is critical. This case study will examine the correlation between the past and present daily stretching format at the construction jobsite with CDM Smith and Insurance Company. For continuity, it will include an interview with the same CDM Smith Region H&S Manager as well as similar surveys to find out the construction workers thoughts and reactions to stretching prior to work. Although IO to 20 …
Evaluating Contingency Construction Methods: A Delphi Study,
2018
Air Force Institute of Technology
Evaluating Contingency Construction Methods: A Delphi Study, William E. Bentley
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this research was to evaluate which existing RED HORSE vertical construction system was “best” suited for contingency operations and the relative pros/cons/challenges associated with each. RED HORSE units, having existed for over 50 years, currently have 4 active duty squadrons currently employed overseas in multiple military contingency environments. Based on site visits, it was established that the Ultimate Building Machine (UBM)/K-Span, Professionally Engineered Buildings (PEB), and the FrameCAD system are the three most prevalent vertical construction systems/methods in use by RED HORSE. Fourteen Subject Matter Experts (SME) from across the Air Force participated in a Delphi study …
When To Use Midwest Guardrail System (Mgs) W-Beam Guardrail,
2018
Purdue University
When To Use Midwest Guardrail System (Mgs) W-Beam Guardrail, Katherine Smutzer
Purdue Road School
In this session we will discuss when MGS w-beam guardrail should be placed on state and local projects and review pertinent INDOT Design Memos released over the past year.
Principles Of Writing Construction Specifications And Special Provisions,
2018
INDOT
Principles Of Writing Construction Specifications And Special Provisions, Scott Trammell, Melissa Russell
Purdue Road School
This presentation will help project managers and designers prepare the necessary information required for department and local public agency contracts with regard to the Standard Specifications and any necessary special provisions. Attendees will be provided examples of the proper way to present a Unique Special Provision, including things to avoid and questions to ask, in order to adhere to legal, moral, and ethical construction standards.
Mechanical Properties Of Inconel 718 Processed Using Electron Beam Free Form Fabrication (Ebf3),
2018
Brigham Young University
Mechanical Properties Of Inconel 718 Processed Using Electron Beam Free Form Fabrication (Ebf3), Brent R. Waters
Theses and Dissertations
Electron beam freeform fabrication (EBF3) is a rapid metal deposition process that works efficiently with the wieldable alloy Inconel 718 (IN 718). EBF3 is a developing additive manufacturing (AM) process that can manufacture IN 718 parts directly from computer aided design (CAD) data. EBF3 can produce parts significantly faster and more energy efficient than competing IN 718 AM technologies. The EBF3 process utilizes metal wire feedstock which is induced into a molten pool using a focused electron beam in a vacuum environment. This allows parts to be built layer by layer, creating intricate shapes that …
Bs News March/April,
2018
Technological University Dublin
A Case Study On The Use Of Bluebeam On Commercial Construction Projects,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
A Case Study On The Use Of Bluebeam On Commercial Construction Projects, Victor Michael Beglitsoff
Construction Management
No matter the size, every construction project has their own unique characteristics and logistics that come with it. But one thing is certain, every project has a specific set of construction documents that include; contracts, drawings, specifications and other important information. To guarantee the overall success of the project, companies must find ways to be the most effective and efficient to reach their specific goals. Using a technological software such as Bluebeam allows companies to excel in what they do best. Using Bluebeam as their primary PDF viewer on construction projects allows them to approach their project with a positive …
The Use Of Evidence-Based Design In Hospital Renovation Projects,
2018
Brigham Young University
The Use Of Evidence-Based Design In Hospital Renovation Projects, David S. Whitaker
Theses and Dissertations
Since the 1960s, researchers have been exploring how the design of the built environment impacts the health and well-being of occupants and users. By the 1980s, further research began to focus on healthcare facilities in particular and how design could influence patient healing and medical staff performance (Alfonsi, 2014). Evidence-Based Design (EBD) is "the process of basing decisions about the built environment on credible research to achieve the best possible outcomes" (CHD, 2016). The desired outcomes of Evidence-Based Design recommendations include improvements in the following: patient healing, patient experience and comfort, medical staff performance, and medical staff job satisfaction (CHD, …
Modular Utility Rack And Accessory Line,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Modular Utility Rack And Accessory Line, Ian Philip Thomas
Construction Management
There is a large gap in the market for heavy duty work racks for fleet vehicles. Modular racks have recently been introduced to the industry allowing contractors the ability to customize them to their needs. However, all customizable racks are limited to lightweight applications. The high strength steel rack I have designed is both modular, and sturdy enough to handle up to an estimated one thousand pounds. On our website, contractors will be able to scroll through the available attachments for his make and model rack and view them built on to his vehicle in 3D computer generated graphics.
Applications Of Virtual Reality In Construction,
2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Applications Of Virtual Reality In Construction, Erick Baeza
Construction Management
Virtual reality, a technology that has just been recently introduced to the construction industry, has gained popularity for its many practicalities which include but not limited to; cost savings, time savings and detections of design errors. This case study summarizes the applications and benefits that virtual reality brings to the industry, in particular to Lendlease’s Oceanwide Plaza project located in Downtown Los Angeles alongside drywall subcontractor, Martin Bros. The information for this case study was gathered through means of a phone call interview with Martin Bros’ foreman, Gilbert Benavidez and face-to-face interviews with Lendlease’s field superintendent Wade Nevitt and assistant …
