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Abdel-Fattah, A (2013) Dynamic site layout planning model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Chenger, D T (2012) Executive level capital project decision making: Rational or rationale?, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Condon, E J (2006) The project game: Strategic estimating on major projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Dehghan, R (2012) A new model, algorithm and computer tool to optimize overlapping of design activities in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Hewage, K N (2007) Construction productivity improvement by worker motivation and it based communication, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Hossain, L (2010) An optimization model for the dynamic multi-project environment in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Lozon, J P (2008) Evaluating value improving practices for large scale projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Marques, C P (2004) Selected issues in business and contractual relationships in private construction projects in Canada/China deals, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Moussa, M A E-F M (2013) Unified simulation methodology and project risk assessment framework, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: construction project; feedback; integration; programming; project risk management; risk assessment; risk identification; risk management; graduate; simulation
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/1473916453
- Abstract:
Simulation applications in construction-project management are primarily limited to academic research. Where simulation has been used in project risk assessment in the industry, it has not been used to its potential. This research addresses two problems: the difficulty associated with using simulation, and the lack of project risk models that correctly reflect the risk identification assumptions. Surveys show that facilitating the modelling process and reducing programming efforts are the most important factors in increasing the appeal to simulation. Large models are impractical for standalone computers. Simulation methodologies serving construction projects are built around the cyclic operations that do not support seamless data transfer between the models and the data storage media. Project management systems are data driven where data are updated regularly, making it difficult to simultaneously keep models current Project risk management attempts to increase the chances of achieving project objectives; however, simulation-based risk-assessment models use range estimates that do not reflect the causal relationship between the risk events and the objectives’ outcomes. The literature on risk assessment recommends integration between risk-assessment tools and those of cost and schedule management. However, current simulation-based risk-assessment applications are standalone models built around the independent creation of random numbers that do not support integration within the project or within a portfolio of projects. This research has two objectives: increasing the appeal of simulations and facilitating the modeling process, and measuring project risks in an integrated environment. The researcher identified criteria that improve current simulation methodologies and simulation-based risk assessment methods, and developed the computer applications that incorporate these criteria. The simulation methodology provides a user-friendly interface with a built-in code generation and database integration for standalone and distributed models. The risk assessment framework allows the effects of risks on projects and portfolio objectives to be measured in an integrated environment. The risk assessment model was used by graduate students at the University of Calgary as part of the verification and validation process. Feedback from students confirmed that the simulation methodology increases the appeal to simulation and that calculating risk effects using the proposed framework produces better risk assessment than range estimate.
Nada, D (2013) Project approval decisions: Exploring success factors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Seel, K C (2004) “Boom and bust” cycles in power plant construction: A simulation study of the temporal and geographical aspects of the Alberta competitive electrical industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Siriwardana, C S A (2016) An integrated framework for worker planning and supervision in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Sodade, B A A (2011) Project management complexities in municipal projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.
Tolani, O V (2013) An examination of risk perceptions and allocation preferences in public-private partnerships in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Weerasinghe, U G D (2012) Development of a framework to assess sustainability of building projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Weshah, N A (2015) Developing an interface management (IM) model for construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Wickramaratne, S (2010) Design and analysis of tsunami warning and evacuation systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Willoughby, K A (1999) Modelling assistance for project procurement and disposal decisions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Wimalasena, B A D S (2011) A planning tool for construction waste management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary (Canada).
Zaghloul, R S (2005) Risk allocation in contracts: How to improve the process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Calgary.