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Abraham, D M (1990) A state-based framework using indicators for construction monitoring and evaluation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ahrari, A (2012) A decision support system for dynamic integrated project scheduling and equipment operation planning, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Akar, G (2009) Analysis of activity choice: The role of activity attributes and individual schedules, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Al-Fadhala, M M (2002) Uncertainty-based condition assessment of existing concrete structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Al-Wazeer, A A-R (2007) Risk-based bridge maintenance strategies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Avetisyan, H G (2013) Sustainable infrastructure modeling and policy analyses: Construction, energy and transportation industries, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Bai, L (2013) RFID sensor-driven structural condition monitoring in integrated building information modeling environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Bender, W J (2000) A risk-based cost control methodology for constructing complex structures with the mobile offshore base as a case study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chelson, D E (2010) The effects of building information modeling on construction site productivity, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chen, C-H (2003) Integrated management of highway maintenance and traffic, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Cheung, M (2017) The antecedents of safety leadership, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Chung, B (2007) An analysis of success and failure factors for ERP systems in engineering and construction firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ding, Q (2018) Using social media to evaluate public acceptance of infrastructure projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Eldukair, Z A R (1988) Safety assessment and optimization of construction operations based on fuzzy sets, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Erfani, A (2023) Data-driven risk modeling for infrastructure projects using artificial intelligence techniques, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hao, J X (2007) Infrastructure investment and economic development, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hickey, P J (2023) A study of gender diversity in u.S. Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry leadership, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hsu, S-C (2013) A complexity-based approach to intra-organizational team selection, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Hu, M (2022) Influence of project design team characteristics on construction cost of sustainable buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ingraham, A T (2001) Bidder-auctioneer cheating in sealed-bid auctions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Jang, W S (2007) Embedded system for construction material tracking using combination of radio frequency and ultrasound signal, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Karimi, S (2021) A systematic methodology for evaluating and balancing acceptance risks with pay factors for highway construction materials, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Lessani, A (2016) Decision analysis in construction claims, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Lu, R (2010) Impacts of local item dependence of testlet items with the multistage tests for pass-fail decisions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
McCahill, D F (1990) A practical model for simulation of earthwork construction, with applications for scheduling, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: control system; duration; standards; integration; network scheduling; productivity; programming; scheduling; training; United States; simulation
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/303933355
- Abstract:
From its peak level, achieved in the mid 1960's, growth in construction productivity in the United States has regressed to the level achieved in 1957. A major need exists to develop management methods to improve construction productivity. Extensive research on development and improvement of computerized network scheduling systems and mathematical techniques, such as operations research, has provided some significant improvement. However, for construction work which is repetitive in nature, an alternative management tool has been developed, in the form of computer simulation. Work in simulation for construction has been primarily academic. A 1985 National Science Foundation report listed the primary short term research goal in the field of construction simulation as "Ease of use. " The primary intermediate term goal was "Integration with planning and control systems and project data bases. " Specific objectives of the research presented in this paper were to determine whether it is possible to: (1) Develop a system which permits computer simulation of earthwork construction processes to be performed and evaluated on-site by journeymen in the field who lack training in modeling, simulation, and computer programming. (2) Utilize the field simulation system for the analysis and evaluation of primary sequential process relationships required for application of simulation results to an existing scheduling procedure. The stochastic simulation model was developed for the use of the U.S. Navy Mobile Construction Battalions (Seabees), and is capable of: utilizing resources of variable sizes for the same work task, calculating running task durations during simulation, applying controlled release of resources from queues, and maintaining detailed statistics on each resource used in the process. The model has been given the acronym SEACONS (SEAbee CONstruction Simulation). SEACONS process test results were validated against industry and navy standards, and the system was then used as a test bed for analysis and evaluation of process relationships involved in the application of simulation results to line-of-balance diagram scheduling procedures.
Mohieldin, Y A (1989) Analysis of construction processes with nonstationary work task durations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Moore, W B (1989) Modeling the impact of large construction projects on surrounding communities, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Neely, L E (2017) Project scheduling disputes: Expert characterization and estimate aggregation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Negahban, S (2008) Utilization of enterprise resource planning tools by small to medium size construction organizations: A decision-making model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Nyakaana Blair, A M A (1999) Risk analysis of cost and schedule of complex engineering systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Ordonez Arizaga, J F (2007) A methodology for project risk analysis using Bayesian belief networks within a Monte Carlo simulation environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Owoyemi, J A (2018) Performance evaluation of higway transportation design-build project delivery: A case study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Parvan, K (2012) Estimating the impact of building information modeling (BIM) utilization on building project performance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Quadri, H A (2019) Value engineering decisioneering: A risk management tool in the project management office- case study of electricity distribution companies in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Salgado, C A (2005) Construction project organizational structuring, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Shafahi, A (2016) Mathematical model and framework for multi-phase project optimization, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Sharma, D K (2012) Design of availabilty payment mechanism for public private partnerships, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Sundararajan, S K (2004) Project performance-based optimal capital structure for privately financed infrastructure projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Tatari, M O (2009) Empirical analysis of construction enterprise information systems: Assessing the critical factors and benefits, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Vecino, G A (2016) The feasibility of using web-based technology for the management of dredging projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Yang, N (2010) Optimization of highway work zone decisions considering short-term and long-term impacts, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Zeng, Y (2010) Risk management for enterprise resource planning system implementations in project-based firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.
Zhao, Y (2023) Sustainability, acceptance risk analysis and machine learning in assessing mechanical properties and the impact of highway materials in transportation infrastructure, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Maryland, College Park.