Construction Essays

Ontology, Epistemology and Methodology in Construction Research
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: Introduction Numerous construction projects are undertaken at TFL (Transport for London). Some projects provide an upgrade of existing assets, some projects maintain what we already hav...

Building Information Modelling Scope and Adoption in Developed and Developing Countries: A Case of Sydney, NSW and New Delhi
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Introduction/Background 1.2. Aims and Objectives 2. LITERATURE STUDY: 2.1 BIM concept...

Project Management Risks in Construction with a Lack of Skilled Resources
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: Lit Review – Identify the risks involved for a project manager throughout the construction phases due to lack of skilled resources Throughout the construction process the...

Review of Fall Injuries in the Construction Industry
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: Abstract This research paper discusses the frequency, severity, causation factors, and corrective measures of fall injuries in the construction industry. Review of Fall Injuries...

Lean Supply Chain Management in SMEs
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: Table of Contents Introduction & Research Background Research Problem & Statement Research Objectives Literature Review Research Significance ...

Reflective Essay on Building Information Modeling
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: Introduction Building Information Modelling (BIM) has been defined in different ways by several scholars. However, as earlier mentioned in my project, the process through which informat...

Safety and Design in Construction
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Introduction: TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Background What is Safe Design Safety and Design in Construction Safety and Design Considerations ...

Volumetric Versus Panelised Construction: Examination of Case Studies
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Introduction: Volumetric versus panelised construction an examination of case studies Innovare / Offsite construction – More Adaptable than Many Realise 1.    ...

Case Study: Early Childhood Education Centre
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: Introduction The case study is on the early childhood care education centre that has been built. The centre is  on 681 Arthur Porter Drive near the Wintec Roto kauri campus. The ba...

Feasibility Study Report as Tool for Repurposing Commercial Heritage Buildings
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: ABSTRACT This study investigates the impact of the feasibility study report as a tool for repurposing commercial heritage buildings. The report will explore the role of the construction ...

Construction of Parkville/Haymarket Station
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: Construction of Parkville/Haymarket Station Syzna Connect Construction Joint Venture acknowledges the state’s substantial investment in the Melbourne Metro 2 project. In particular the...

Extending Building Information Modelling for Cost Planning
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: “EXTENDING BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING FOR COST PLANNING” Table of Contents Keywords Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 Ba...

Analysis of BIM's Development Problems and Solutions in China
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: Analysis of BIM’ s development problems and solutions in China Introduction BIM is considered to be an inevitable trend in the development of the construction industry by...

Integrated Design Process and Electrical Components
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Introduction: Integrated Design Process  Traditionally, within most building projects, a defined set of process steps are used throughout the design stage in order to deliver the needs and wants...

Utlisation of Mussel Shell Waste as Partial Concrete Replacement
Example essay. Last modified: 18th May 2020
Introduction: The Utilisation of New Zealand Greenshell Mussels – Perna Canaliculus Shell Waste as a Partial Concrete Replacement Table of Contents Section A Abstract ...

Sustainable Materials and Sustainable Design in Construction
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Introduction: Sustainable Materials and Sustainable Design in Construction Abstract The construction industry is one of the most significant contributors of landfill waste in New Zealand and ...

Safety Assessment of Process Plant
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Introduction: Introduction: Safety is one of the most essential things that must be considered while designing a process plant. Safety in design aims to prevent any harm and injuries by considering th...

Changes Required for Sustainable Construction Practices
Example essay. Last modified: 8th Feb 2020
Introduction: STATEMENT: “There is a need to rethink and improve traditional ways of managing construction projects for meeting the needs of sustainable construction practices” &#...

High Line Park, New York | Urban Construction Planning
Example essay. Last modified: 8th Feb 2020
Introduction: PROJECT REVIEW – THE HIGH LINE PARK, NEW YORK Table of Contents Introduction Background of the Urban Design for High Line Park, New York Critical evaluation...

Comparison of Construction Techniques for Groundworks and Substructures
Example essay. Last modified: 8th Feb 2020
Introduction: Task 1. Compare the different construction techniques, processes, materials and plant used in a project involving groundworks, foundations, and substructures to assess their suitability. This is ...

Construction and Its Impact on the Environment
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Introduction: More than 7.5 billion people (U.S. Census Bureau 2018) inhabit this world, and the quest for continued development has made construction essential.  Development of construction projects has ...

Concrete Wind Turbine Tower Construction
Example essay. Last modified: 8th Feb 2020
Introduction:   Utilizing concrete in wind turbine tower construction is becoming more prevalent as installations are drastically increasing in scale, from rotor size to hub height. Scale increas...

The Florida International University Pedestrian Bridge
Example essay. Last modified: 8th Feb 2020
Introduction: History and Overview  Bridges are a pillar of the transportation system and the technology used to build them has progressed extensively over the past few decades.  These impro...

Impacts of Offsite and Industrialized on Professional Roles
Example essay. Last modified: 8th Feb 2020
Introduction: 1.0 Introduction  Procurement in construction is challenging and getting the right procurement method would go a long way to deliver a project efficiently and effectively. Procureme...

Analysis of Cost Overruns Originated in Preconstruction Phase in Design-build Projects
Example essay. Last modified: 8th Feb 2020
Introduction: INTRODUCTION The main objective of construction management is the coordination of various construction tasks in order to successfully procure and deliver the project on time, in the bud...