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Adibfar, A (2020) Bridge digital twins: Fusion of intelligent transportation systems (ITS) sensor data and bridge information modeling (BRIM) for interoperability, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Agdas, D (2008) Corporate-level management system for critical strategic resources for large construction program managers, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Ahmed, Q A (1993) A knowledge-based system approach to work shift selection for multilane highway reconstruction and maintenance projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Alkhard, A (2016) Analysis of influencing factors on safety culture in the construction industry of Saudi Arabia, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Anglade, Y J (1998) Development of methodology for highway agencies to follow in establishing optimum acceptance plans for pavements, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Bentil, K K (1990) A model approach for predicting commercial construction site accidents, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Chen, H-L (2002) Development of a systematic integration approach for multi-level cost flow prediction and management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Choi, J (2006) Quantifying the effects of interference through use of an alternative method of productivity estimation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Chung, J H (2015) Optimizing financial structure of transportation public-private partnership infrastructure projects based on traffic revenue risks: Case study of US DBFOM project, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Cochran, K M (2006) Construction and demolition debris recycling: Methods, markets, and policy, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Coffey, M A (2010) An optimization model for subsurface utility engineering during the design process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Cosma, C (2003) Development of a systematic approach for uncertainty assessment in scheduling multiple repetitive construction processes by using fuzzy set theory, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Danso-Amoako, M O (2006) Developing a framework to support data exchange from heterogeneous data sources via industry foundation classes (IFC) and web services, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Dib, H Y (2006) Visual information access and management for life cycle project management, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Duvel, C S (1999) Establishing rule-based models to implement workflow within construction organizations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
El-Assaly, A E E-D (1997) Development of a statistical/mechanistic model to predict the consumption of nonrenewable materials in highway construction programs, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
El-Mashaleh, M S (2003) Firm performance and information technology utilization in the construction industry: An empirical study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Elias, A M (1998) Development of a systematic approach for the inclusion of accident risk factors in the calculation of road user costs for construction zones, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Elliott, B R (2000) Investigation of the construction scheduling communication process: Problems, foreman's role, means of improvement and use of information technology, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Ellis, R D, Jr. (1989) Model for prediction of highway construction production rates, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Emmer, M J (2009) A decision process model for closing the structural steel materials loop in construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Epstein, W C (1995) Development of a systematic approach for knowledge acquisition and experience capture of veteran practitioners in the highway construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Fetterhoff, O G, III (2004) Comparative evaluation of strategic construction-market forecasting methodologies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Forcael, E (2010) Buffering strategies for managing transportation construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Godfrey, R J (2007) Analysis of construction worker injury information from a workers' compensation database, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Gregory, R A (1992) Development of a knowledge-based system approach for decision-making in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: accuracy; direct costs; construction cost; construction project; estimating; expert judgment; expert system; forecasting; military construction; safety; take-off; construction planner; cost engineering; knowledge-based system; case study
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/303998418
- Abstract:
Developing a realistic cost estimate is vital to the construction project at every stage of planning and construction. Construction costs have traditionally been estimated using two methods: (1) comparative estimating and (2) quantity-take-off estimating. There are inherent limitations in each process that restrict its usefulness in supporting engineering decisions in the early critical stages of project feasibility and design. Neither method is very suitable in forecasting the costs of one-of-a-kind, never-before-built facilities. A knowledge-based system is proposed and prototyped to enhance the construction planner's ability to clarify decisions and isolate the preferred course of design based on both engineering and cost decisions. The basic thesis of the model design is that techniques can be developed to relate construction project requirements to current cost data through accepted engineering practices in order to develop better cost estimates for initial budget and feasibility decisions--without detailed design documents. The modeling concept uses a knowledge-based system to integrate expert judgments, engineering criteria, safety codes, historical data, descriptive factors, and specific site conditions. The knowledge-based system is prototyped and applied, as a case study, to estimating the costs of the Walton County Convalescent Center. A nursing home provides an excellent case study because it demonstrates complex modeling interrelationships and the applicability of the knowledge bases to nonmilitary construction projects. The results of the model were rated against multiple measures of merit: accuracy, specificity, timeliness, and user friendliness. Under each measure, results strongly supported the knowledge-based parametric cost engineering models over traditional methods. The modeling method, with only general information of the facility requirements was within 2. 8% of direct costs and 6% of construction bid costs computed using traditional methods. This accuracy was achieved with less than one-thirtieth the man-hours required using traditional methods. Twenty-nine other accuracy data points comparing final to estimates resulted in an average of 7. 3% using the knowledge-based system compared to 23. 9% using traditional methods. The case study demonstrates the specificity and user-friendliness in exercising the expert system. In addition, six areas for potential future research are discussed.
Guo, K (2006) Risk of pavement warranties to contractors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
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Harris, M A (2007) Developing a scorecard to evaluate the use of personal fall arrest systems, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Haupt, T C (2001) The performance approach to construction worker safety and health, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Holtzhower, D L (2015) Decision model to optimize wastewater treatment in the built environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Jiang, A (2005) A decision support model for cost and activity-based performance measurement in steel construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Jorge, J (1990) Model of uniform cost policies and procedures for the establishment of construction equipment rates, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Kim, J-L (2006) A multiheuristic approach to resource constrained project scheduling: An adaptive hybrid genetic algorithm, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Kim, S J (2009) Identification of construction project problems and their impacts on project success, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Kumar, A (1994) Development of a model for determining workzone illumination requirements during nighttime highway construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Languell, J L (2001) Development of a prototype assessment tool to evaluate the potential to successfully implement deconstruction as a regional waste reduction strategy, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Lee, J (2008) Dynamic project management methodology: Managing schedule compression, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Lee, S-H (2003) A process model for controlling project productivity of highway construction operations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Lertpaitoonpan, W (2000) Bridge damage detection using a system identification method, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
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Lovencin, W (2006) Assessment of design and properties for flowable fill usage in highway pavement construction for conditions in Florida, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
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Razkenari, M A (2019) Framework for measuring industrialized construction maturity, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
Rodriguez Diaz, C R (2012) Development of a framework and a rating system tool, for sustainable infrastructure certification in developing countries, case study for Ecuador, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Florida.
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