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Bell, L C and McCullouch, B G (1988) Bar Code Applications in Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 263–78.

Hinze, J and Parker, R (1988) Productivity Study on Extruded Concrete Curbing Operations. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 256–62.

Hinze, J and Raboud, P (1988) Safety on Large Building Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 286–93.

Ioannou, P G (1988) Bidding Models—Symmetry and State of Information. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 214–32.

Kangari, R (1988) Business Failure in Construction Industry. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 172–90.

Okpala, D C and Aniekwu, A N (1988) Causes of High Costs of Construction in Nigeria. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 233–44.

Riggs, L S (1988) Educating Construction Managers. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 279–85.

Sanvido, V E (1988) Conceptual Construction Process Model. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 294–310.

Thomas, H R and Willenbrock, J H (1988) Managing Construction Research at Universities. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 245–55.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Research; Graduate study; Construction;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1988)114:2(245)
  • Abstract:
    This paper provides suggestions on how to manage a construction graduate research program. It is written from the perspective of a major research institution where faculty members must balance their commitments to undergraduate and graduate teaching, advising, research, and continuing education. The paper presents a pragmatic view of the writers' 31 years of experience in university teaching and research. The paper describes important factors that affect faculty productivity in scholarly activities. Specific topical areas are the involvement in the undergraduate program, graduate program course‐work, and the number of graduate students. Suggestions for controlling the graduate program are made relative to its size, admission policy, thesis and report requirements, and the mix between master's and doctoral candidates. The process of maturing into a quality research is outlined as a two‐phase process. Early in one's career, breadth of exposure and collaboration with others is important. Maintaining quality is of paramount importance. In midcareer, depth in research is a desired goal. The maturing process is accompanied by the future development of research skills and in‐depth knowledge of a literature. In initiating a new research initiative, the feasibility needs to be established. Begging and borrowing are essential skills.

Tucker, R L (1988) Perfection of the Buggy Whip. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 157–71.

Whiteman, W E and Irvvig, H G (1988) Disturbance Scheduling Technique for Managing Renovation Work. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 114(02), 191–213.