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Abbiasov, T (2021) Essays in Urban Economics, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Asgari, S (2016) Modeling construction competitive bidding: An agent-based approach, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Chang, H-H (2002) N-dimensional construction management information system (NDCON): System design and performance modeling through the zero -buffered project management philosophy, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Chen, S-M (2002) Intelligent scheduling model and multi-dimensional CM information system, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: duration; equipment; construction phase; information system; integrated system; management information system; material management; project cost; resource allocation; scheduling; net present value; simulation
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/276528371
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Whereas three-dimensional computer models offer significant advantages and improvements on product quality during the design phase, four-dimensional computer models (3D + time) enhance the potential of computer-aided tools and their advantages in both the design and the construction phase. However, the existing commercial four-dimensional tools only allow the planners to create graphic simulations of the construction process without providing any features to support analysis of such process. The main objective of this research is to build a multi-dimensional construction management information system, called EFFCON (short for EFFective CONstruction management information system), which can be utilized throughout the planning, design, and construction management stages of a project. There are two development stages in this system. The first involves developing an intelligent scheduling model called ISM. This model can automatically optimize the user specified objectives based on the utilization of resources and space by using simulation techniques. The outputs of ISM including: (1) resource distribution with resource allocation, (2) space distribution with dynamic space allocation, (3) production rates of driving resources, (4) utilization rates of resources and space, (5) activity duration, (6) project schedule and cost (including project revenue and project net present value), (7) material management and procurement schedule, and (8) stochastic risk analyses of project duration, project cost, project revenue and project net present value. Furthermore, it allows for what-if analyses of possible scenarios, and schedule adjustments based on unforeseen conditions (change orders, late material delivery, etc. ). The second is to build EFFCON, which involves developing the Dynamic Database System (used to build a multi-dimensional computer model) and the Database Linkage System (a database management system), besides ISM, and integrates a 3D CAD tool, ISM, the Dynamic Database System and the Database Linkage System by applying Fully Integrated and Automated Project Process (FIAPP), and has some important functions (dynamic database window, object-identifier function, “3D WalkThrough” function, etc. ) to assist in the construction stage. The database management system allows users to do detailed and effective database management of labor, material, equipment, space, purchase order, activity, accounting and cost, and generate each report automatically. ISM can work independently of EFFCON to find the optimum schedule plan, and it is a part of the EFFCON integrated system.
Chiara, N (2006) Real option methods for improving economic risk management in infrastructure project finance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Fitch, G J (2019) System dynamics models for the valuation of real options in infrastructure investments, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Gerstenberger, A J (2021) Modeling the likelihood of construction incidents using public data, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Teachers College, Columbia University.
Gocmen, F C (2014) Infrastructure scaling and pricing, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
He, Y (2006) Earthquake loss and risk estimation of buildings by Monte Carlo simulation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Hogan, D B (1998) Modeling construction cost performance: A comprehensive approach using statistical, artificial neural network and simulation methods, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Kokkaew, N (2010) Risk flexibility analysis in infrastructure project finance, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Li, W (1995) Benefit and cost analysis: Three-dimensional computer models with integrated databases in the management of construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Lu, Z (2018) Feasibility assessment framework for financing public-private partnership infrastructure projects through asset-backed security, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Silver, M L (1981) Craft production: Work and alienation in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Song, X (2013) The application of insurance as a risk management tool for alternative dispute resolution (ADR) implementation in construction disputes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Sturts, C S (2001) Value-bidding: An integrative approach utilizing conjoint analysis and classical bidding theory, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Subsomboon, K (2004) A procurement and material management (PMM) system based on the fully integrated and automated project process (FIAPP), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Sun, W (2023) A self-localized smart hardhat system for construction 4.0, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Tavakolan, M (2011) Development of construction projects scheduling with evolutionary algorithms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Teferra, K (2012) Developments in the theory and applications of the variability response function concept, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Ucbenli, C (2010) A bargaining mechanism with incomplete information and its application in trilateral BOT negotiations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Unsal, H I (2010) Modeling the hold-up problem and absorptive capacity of project networks, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.
Wang, W (2010) Multivariate stochastic copula-based deterioration models in infrastructure economic risk management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Columbia University.