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AbulHassan, H S (2001) A framework for applying concurrent engineering principles to the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Akanmu, A A (2012) Towards cyber-physical systems integration in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Balina, C M (2002) Using labor productivity data to evaluate the application of lean principles to the concrete construction process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Bhawani, S (2021) A function-based lean construction methods ontology supporting the lean implementation planning process developed for construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Castronovo, F (2016) Assessing problem-solving skills in construction education with the virtual construction simulator, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Chen, C (2005) Entry strategies for international construction markets, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Corbett, D I (1997) Quantifying quality in industrial construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Dubler, C R (2011) Evaluating waste associated with building information exchange using lean theory, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

El-Aroud, A S (1980) Road network investment model for developing countries, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Enache-Pommer, E (2010) A synergistic approach to green building delivery, lean principles and building information modeling in the design of healthcare facilities, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Franz, B W (2014) Modeling the role of team integration and group cohesion in construction project performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Gabrielli, M F (2009) Structural analysis of auction models, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Gannon, E J (1998) A life-cycle cost model for use in the optimization of concrete bridge deck repair and rehabilitation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Gultekin, P (2015) An integrated process model and decision support system for energy efficient retrofits, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Handojo, T (2001) The framework of a statistical acceptance plan based on the permanent deformation potential of asphalt concrete, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Hanna, A S (1989) An interactive knowledge-based formwork selection system for buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Jafar Ramaji, I (2016) An integrated building information modeling (BIM) framework for multi-story modular buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Jiang, L (2016) A constructability review ontology to support automated rule checking leveraging building information models, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Jung, Y J (2007) Subsurface utility engineering for highway projects: A study of utility impact rating and benefit-cost analysis, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Kalamaras, G S (1996) A case method approach for interactive risk analysis of tunnel "design-for-constructability" concept, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Kamel Hedayat Abad, M E (2017) Integration and interoperability of building envelope information and energy modeling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Kerns, W R (1971) Criteria for determining economic priorities in awarding sewage facility construction grants, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Klotz, L (2008) Process transparency for sustainable building delivery, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Konchar, M D (1997) A comparison of United States project delivery systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Korkmaz, S (2007) Piloting evaluation metrics for high performance green building project delivery, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Kreider, R G (2013) An ontology of the uses of building information modeling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Kumar, S (2013) Experience-based design review of healthcare facilities using interactive virtual prototypes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Kuntz, K A (1994) A construction crew evaluation model to improve craft productivity, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Lather, J I (2019) A hybrid modeling approach using discrete event simulation and layout optimization for healthcare layout planning problems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Leicht, R M (2009) A framework for planning effective collaboration using interactive workspaces, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Liu, F (2015) Integrated change and knowledge management for energy efficient retrofit projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Luo, Y (2008) Decision support for prefabrication strategy selection on building systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Lynch, T D (1996) A transaction cost framework for evaluating construction project organizations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Mace, B K (2001) A production control model for commercial construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Magent, C S (2005) A process and competency-based approach to high performance building design, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

McIntyre, C (1996) A decision support system for the residential land development site selection process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Messner, J I (1994) An information framework for evaluating international construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Mohammadpour, A (2014) Retrofitting healthcare facilities to enhance patient safety and energy efficiency, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Mostavi, E (2018) Development of multiple criteria decision making instrument in designing of high performance commercial buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Napolitan, C L (1995) Improvement to the forecast precision of the factor model for masonry productivity, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Nguyen, T-H (1999) Automated deduction of topological information in a computer-based building design system, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

Nikolić, D (2011) Evaluating a simulation game in construction engineering education: The virtual construction simulator 3, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Park, T i (2009) A comprehensive asset management system for sewer infrastructures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Phelps, A F (2008) Lean information flow in complex healthcare projects and the role of the “integrator” as information flow manager, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Pulaski, M H (2005) The alignment of sustainability and constructability: A continuous value enhancement process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Riley, D R (1994) Modeling the space behavior of construction activities, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Safari, M (2019) A regenerative approach to development and construction of building energy retrofit projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Sanders, S R (1989) An analysis of factors affecting labor productivity in masonry construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Solnosky, R L (2013) Integrated structural process model: An inclusive non-material specific approach to determining the required tasks and information exchanges for structural building information modeling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Sprau Coulter, T L (2014) Improving energy audit process and report outcomes through planning initiatives, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The Pennsylvania State University.

• Type: Thesis
• Keywords: decision support; energy conservation; standards; conservation; retrofit; energy performance; case study; project team; audit; owner; professional
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• URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/1639034380
• Abstract:
  Energy audits and energy models are an important aspect of the retrofit design process, as they provide project teams with an opportunity to evaluate a facilities current building systems’ and energy performance. The information collected during an energy audit is typically used to develop an energy model and an energy audit report that are both used to assist in making decisions about the design and implementation of energy conservation measures in a facility. The current lack of energy auditing standards results in a high degree of variability in energy audit outcomes depending on the individual performing the audit. The research presented is based on the conviction that performing an energy audit and producing a value adding energy model for retrofit buildings can benefit from a revised approach. The research was divided into four phases, with the initial three phases consisting of: 1.) process mapping activity - aimed at reducing variability in the energy auditing and energy modeling process. 2.) survey analysis – To examine the misalignment between how industry members use the top energy modeling tools compared to their intended use as defined by software representatives. 3.) sensitivity analysis – analysis of the affect key energy modeling inputs are having on energy modeling analysis results. The initial three phases helped define the need for an improved energy audit approach that better aligns data collection with facility owners’ needs and priorities. The initial three phases also assisted in the development of a multi-criteria decision support tool that incorporates a House of Quality approach to guide a pre-audit planning activity. For the fourth and final research phase explored the impacts and evaluation methods of a pre-audit planning activity using two comparative energy audits as case studies. In each case, an energy audit professionals was asked to complete an audit using their traditional methods along with an audit which involved them first participating in a pre-audit planning activity that aligned the owner’s priorities with the data collection. A comparative analysis was then used to evaluate the effects of the pre-audit planning activity in developing a more strategic method for collecting data and representing findings in an energy audit report to a facility owner. The case studies demonstrated that pre-audit planning has the potential to improve the efficiency of an energy audit process through reductions in transition time waste. The cases also demonstrated the value of audit report designs that are perceived by owners to be project specific vs. generic. The research demonstrated the ability to influence and alter an auditors’ behavior through participating in a pre-audit planning activity. It also shows the potential benefits of using the House of Quality as a method of aligning data collection with owner’s goals and priorities to develop reports that have increased value.

Syal, M G (1992) Construction process knowledge model to assist method selection in project planning, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.

Uhlik, F T, III (1984) Optimizing earthwork estimating for highway construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Pennsylvania State University.