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Bernold, L E (2003) Economic Model to Optimize Underground Utility Protection. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 645–52.

Chin, K S and Choi, T W (2003) Construction in Hong Kong: Success Factors for ISO9000 Implementation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 599–609.

Chua, D K H, Tyagi, A, Ling, S and Bok, S H (2003) Process-Parameter-Interface Model for Design Management. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 653–63.

Harmon, K M J (2003) Effectiveness of Dispute Review Boards. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 674–9.

Hegazy, T and Kassab, M (2003) Resource Optimization Using Combined Simulation and Genetic Algorithms. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 698–705.

Jaselskis, E J and El-Misalami, T (2003) Implementing Radio Frequency Identification in the Construction Process. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 680–8.

Korman, T M, Fischer, M A and Tatum, C B (2003) Knowledge and Reasoning for MEP Coordination. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 627–34.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Plumbing; Electrical systems, structural; Mechanical systems, structural; Construction; Design criteria; construction industry; building; building wiring; safety; structural engineering;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2003)129:6(627)
  • Abstract:
    The coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems is a major challenge for complex buildings and industrial plants. The process involves locating equipment and routing connecting elements for each building system. This multidiscipline effort is time-consuming and expensive and requires knowledge regarding each system over the project life cycle. Current practice requires representatives from each MEP trade to work together to identify and resolve interferences. Effective MEP coordination requires recalling and integrating knowledge regarding design, construction, operations, and maintenance of each MEP system. Currently, designers and constructors use tailored CAD systems to design and fabricate MEP systems, but no knowledge-based computer technology exists to assist in the multidiscipline MEP coordination effort. The paper describes results from a research project to capture knowledge related to design criteria, construction, operations, and maintenance of MEP systems and apply this knowledge in a computer tool that can assist designers and builders in resolving coordination problems for multiple MEP systems.

Li, H, Kong, C W, Pang, Y C, Shi, W Z and Yu, L (2003) Internet-Based Geographical Information Systems System for E-Commerce Application in Construction Material Procurement. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 689–97.

Mohamed, S (2003) Performance in International Construction Joint Ventures: Modeling Perspective. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 619–26.

Moselhi, O and Hassanein, A (2003) Optimized Scheduling of Linear Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 664–73.

Sui Pheng, L and Hongbin, J (2003) Internationalization of Chinese Construction Enterprises. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 589–98.

Yates, J K and Battersby, L C (2003) Master Builder Project Delivery System and Designer Construction Knowledge. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 635–44.

Ye, S and Tiong, R L K (2003) Effects of Tariff Design in Risk Management of Privately Financed Infrastructure Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 129(06), 610–8.