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RISIncorporation of Computer Simulations into Teaching Linear Scheduling Techniques
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: This paper presents the results of a study that incorporates computer simulations in teaching linear scheduling concepts and techniques, in a civil engineering course, “Construction Planning and Scheduling.” The effect of ...
Improving Environmental and Production Performance in Construction Projects Using Value-Stream Mapping: Case Study
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Current sustainable construction research has been focused mainly on the design and operation stages of projects. But the execution or production stages have not received much attention. Also, current sustainable and ...
Site Management of Work-in-Process Buffers to Enhance Project Performance Using the Reliable Commitment Model: Case Study
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Buffers have been commonly used as a production strategy to protect construction processes from the negative impact of variability. Construction practitioners and researchers have proposed several buffering approaches for ...
Analysis of Causes of Delay and Time Performance in Construction Projects
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Activity delays are a common issue in the construction industry and can increase project schedules and costs. Recent research efforts have focused on the quantitative evaluation of delay impacts. The literature suggests ...
Selection of Third-Party Relationships in Construction
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Construction projects involve intensive and constant interaction among the parties involved. This interaction requires an efficient use of collaborative processes focused on the fulfillment of the project’s objective. ...
Selección de Formas de Relación con Terceros en la Construcción
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Los proyectos de construcción se desarrollan bajo una alta y permanente interacción entre las partes involucradas. Esta interacción requiere que el uso de procesos colaborativos sea eficiente en la búsqueda del cumplimiento ...
Application of Problem-Based Learning to Teaching the Critical Path Method
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: This paper investigates the application of a problem-based learning (PBL) teaching methodology to a course on engineering project scheduling, which introduces the critical path method (CPM). During this course, students ...
Improving Planning Reliability and Project Performance Using the Reliable Commitment Model
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Commitment planning reliability at an operational level is a key factor for improving project performance. In the last 15 years, the Last Planner System, a production planning and control system based on lean production ...
Analysis of Factors Influencing Productivity Using Craftsmen Questionnaires: Case Study in a Chilean Construction Company
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Abstract: Improvement of productivity in construction has been a major industry challenge, given its high impact on project results. It has received increased attention from construction researchers promoting different enhancement ...