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A Case Study On The Financial Implications Of The Zero Net Energy (Zne) Goal In California, Shane A. Willingham
A Case Study On The Financial Implications Of The Zero Net Energy (Zne) Goal In California, Shane A. Willingham
Construction Management
This paper is a case study that identifies potential financial implications from the updated Title 24, Part 6 code requirements established in 2019 by the California Energy Commission (CEC). The CEC works closely with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), who’s long term goal is to make all residential structures Zero Net Energy (ZNE) throughout the state. The CEC’s updated code requirements include mandatory measures for detached residential homes to meet Zero Net Electricity on an Energy Design Rating (EDR) basis, a step towards Zero Net Energy. The purpose of this study is to understand the additional construction costs associated …
Increasing Health And Safety Through The Utilization Of 4d Modeling, Rogan J. Wells
Increasing Health And Safety Through The Utilization Of 4d Modeling, Rogan J. Wells
Construction Management
Health and safety is one of the most important aspects of the construction industry. Every year there are thousands of work-related injuries in the construction industry. Avoiding these injuries is of the utmost importance on a jobsite. This paper will analyze how building information modeling, specifically the use of 4D building information modeling, can be utilized to increase the overall health and safety of construction jobsite. An exploratory survey was conducted amongst architecture, engineering, and construction industry professionals who hold a wide range of experience. The aim of this survey was to analyze their knowledge and experiences using building information …
Construction Curriculum Developed For Continuation Schools, Orlando I. Yepez
Construction Curriculum Developed For Continuation Schools, Orlando I. Yepez
Construction Management
This paper will discuss a curriculum, an introduction to construction fundamentals, that was built for continuation schools. A continuation school is a school for at-risk youth in which it provides programs of empowering, inspiration and outlet. Five modules were created that focus on different sections of the construction industry. These modules consist of Site Safety, Untroduction to Basic Math, Introduction to Power Tools, Introduction to Construction Drawings, and Basic Employable Skills. Each module will consist of a ten-question quiz and presentation. Two homework assignments were also created. One homework assignment for site safety which requires students to identify if the …
Prefabrication And The Labor Shortage On The Central Coast, Brenden Ryan Napier
Prefabrication And The Labor Shortage On The Central Coast, Brenden Ryan Napier
Construction Management
The labor shortage has affected every aspect of construction all over California, however the central coast has been hit especially hard. The central coast’s location between the two major developmental hubs presents challenges such as relocating employees and finding skilled craftsman. One potential method that has been shown to increase productivity and cut costs is to prefabricate. Prefabrication can improve working conditions and increase worker safety while streamlining schedule and reducing environmental impact. While these benefits are certainly possible in larger cities that have the manufacturing grunt, this paper aims to understand if prefabrication is a viable way to alleviate …
Predicting The Prevalence Of Autonomous Heavy Equipment In The Construction Industry, Mitchell T. Bongi
Predicting The Prevalence Of Autonomous Heavy Equipment In The Construction Industry, Mitchell T. Bongi
Construction Management
Autonomy is a topic that is gaining speed throughout the world as labor shortages rise, wages increase the desire for greater safety in dangerous fields accelerates. One industry that has had a slower start but looks to join the autonomous bandwagon is construction. Different experts in different fields from engineers to construction managers give different timelines as to when this autonomous technology will be normally present in certain construction industries, however an accurate timeline has yet to be determined. The objective of this paper is to provide a more accurate timeline as to when autonomous heavy equipment will be prevalent …
The Effects Of Covid-19 On Productivity In Project Management: A Case Study, Emily Lynne Gonzalez
The Effects Of Covid-19 On Productivity In Project Management: A Case Study, Emily Lynne Gonzalez
Construction Management
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many aspects of the construction industry and one of the main aspects that has been affected is productivity. Monitoring productivity on a job is important because it allows us to identify areas that take up the most time and thus gives us the opportunity to allocate resources effectively. Due to safety regulations and new protocols being put in place, the productivity levels on every job has changed. Whether its out in the field or in the office, workplace productivity has certainly been affected by COVID-19. This case study focuses on how the pandemic has affected …