Perspectives In Civil Engineering

Author : Jeffrey S. Russell
Publisher : ASCE Publications
Page : 422 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0784475385

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Perspectives in Civil Engineering by Jeffrey S. Russell Pdf

This report contains 27 papers that serve as a testament to the state-of-the-art of civil engineering at the outset of the 21st century, as well as to commemorate the ASCE's Sesquicentennial. Written by the leading practitioners, educators, and researchers of civil engineering, each of these peer-reviewed papers explores a particular aspect of civil engineering knowledge and practice. Each paper explores the development of a particular civil engineering specialty, including milestones and future barriers, constraints, and opportunities. The papers celebrate the history, heritage, and accomplishments of the profession in all facets of practice, including construction facilities, special structures, engineering mechanics, surveying and mapping, irrigation and water quality, forensics, computing, materials, geotechnical engineering, hydraulic engineering, and transportation engineering. While each paper is unique, collectively they provide a snapshot of the profession while offering thoughtful predictions of likely developments in the years to come. Together the papers illuminate the mounting complexity facing civil engineering stemming from rapid growth in scientific knowledge, technological development, and human populations, especially in the last 50 years. An overarching theme is the need for systems-level approaches and consideration from undergraduate education through advanced engineering materials, processes, technologies, and design methods and tools. These papers speak to the need for civil engineers of all specialties to recognize and embrace the growing interconnectedness of the global infrastructure, economy, society, and the need to work for more sustainable, life-cycle-oriented solutions. While embracing the past and the present, the papers collected here clearly have an eye on the future needs of ASCE and the civil engineering profession.

Author : Ramy Morsy Elkholy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2018-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1788022068

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Author : Samuel Labi
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1060 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014-04-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470530634

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Introduction to Civil Engineering Systems by Samuel Labi Pdf

This book presents an integrated systems approach to the evaluation, analysis, design, and maintenance of civil engineering systems. Addressing recent concerns about the world's aging civil infrastructure and its environmental impact, the author makes the case for why any civil infrastructure should be seen as part of a larger whole. He walks readers through all phases of a civil project, from feasibility assessment to construction to operations, explaining how to evaluate tasks and challenges at each phase using a holistic approach. Unique coverage of ethics, legal issues, and management is also included.

Author : George Ofori
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012-06-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781136940620

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New Perspectives on Construction in Developing Countries by George Ofori Pdf

Developing countries face the challenge of maintaining economic growth and socio-economic development, at the core of which sits the construction industry. Considerable research on construction in developing countries took place in the 1970's and 1980's, but little since, a gap which this book fills. Including contributions from prominent academics and practitioners in Australia, China, the Netherlands, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, and the UK, this is a truly international analysis of a subject of global interest. The most insightful and relevant of recent research on topics such as Millennium Development Goals, the informal construction sector, human resource development, technology, finance and social change, are all addressed in the context of the construction industry in the developing world. Also considered are other key aspects of construction industry development such as institution building, nurturing of contractors and consultants and championing of industry development programmes. While the challenge has grown and the needs have become even more pressing, the research to date has rarely presented effective solutions. Focussing on those aspects of the construction industry most crucial to development, this is a much needed up-to-date study that sheds new light on a variety of concepts and issues. This is essential reading for researchers, professionals and students interested in the construction industry in developing countries. Readers of this book will be interested in its companion volume; Contemporary Issues of Construction in Developing Countries.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Allied Publishers
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Civil engineering
ISBN : 8177644181

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Proceedings of the National Conference on Advances in Civil Engineering: Perspectives of Developing Countries (ACEDEC-2003): Structures engineering and geotechnical infrastructure development by Anonim Pdf

Author : Rita Yi Man Li
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2022-11-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811932342

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Construction Safety: Economics and Informatics Perspectives by Rita Yi Man Li Pdf

This book covers the economics of construction safety, such as the asymmetric information of different construction practitioners in Hong Kong, studies feminism in Australia’s traditionally male-dominated construction industry, and researches an efficient Small-Scale Contractors’ construction health and safety performance management in Zambia. It also constructs the risk rating matrix and assesses occupational hazards identification and risk Assessment in Kaligandaki’s Construction Project. Besides, it throws light on construction safety informatics, such as scaffolds safety via rule-based safety checking and BIM. It compares safety awareness in academic databases in construction, manufacturing, traffic, and health and food industries. It studies construction, real estate hazard, and urban renewal hazard articles indexed on the Web of Science. It conducts a systematic literature review on safety culture. Lastly, it reviewed refurbishment and demolition work in Hong Kong’s legal databases.

Author : Richard H. McCuen,Edna Z. Ezzell,Melanie K. Wong
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011-02-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1439851484

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Fundamentals of Civil Engineering by Richard H. McCuen,Edna Z. Ezzell,Melanie K. Wong Pdf

While the ASCE Body of Knowledge (BOK2) is the codified source for all technical and non-technical information necessary for those seeking to attain licensure in civil engineering, recent graduates have notoriously been lacking in the non-technical aspects even as they excel in the technical. Fundamentals of Civil Engineering: An Introduction to the ASCE Body of Knowledge addresses this shortfall and helps budding engineers develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes suggested and implied by the BOK2. Written as a resource for all of the non-technical outcomes not specifically covered in the BOK2, it details fundamental aspects of fourteen outcomes addressed in the second edition of the ASCE Body of Knowledge and encourages a broader perspective and understanding of the role of civil engineers in society as well as the reciprocal influence between civil engineering and social evolution. With discussion questions and group activities at the end of each chapter, topics covered include humanities and social sciences, experimentation, sustainability, contemporary issues and historical perspectives, risk and uncertainty, communication, public policy, globalization, leadership and teamwork, and professional and ethical responsibilities. Suitable for both current and former students in pursuit of further breadth and depth of knowledge and professional maturity, this primer promotes introspection, self-evaluation, and self-learning. It details those attitudes that are essential to the achievement of personal and professional success and advancement to positions of leadership, and encourages an appreciation of the human values that are fundamental to professional practice.

Author : Hudson Jackson,Kassim Tarhini
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2022-06-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000569209

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Compendium of Civil Engineering Education Strategies by Hudson Jackson,Kassim Tarhini Pdf

This book compiles proven strategies and information on civil engineering education and the skills necessary for successful practice of civil engineering such as critical thinking, design thinking, leadership, and communication skills. It also addresses other relevant topics including professional ethics, global perspectives, assessment, recruitment, retention, and more. It is designed so that each chapter can be used separately or in combination with other chapters to help enhance and foster student learning as well as development of skills required for engineering practice. Features Includes overviews of successful academic approaches for each topic including implementation examples in every chapter Explains how assessment and the resulting data can be used for holistic evaluation and improvement of student learning Addresses the complexities of moral and professional ethics in engineering Highlights the importance of adopting a global perspective and the successful strategies that have been used or considered in educating resilient, globally minded engineers Compendium of Civil Engineering Education Strategies: Case Studies and Examples serves as a useful guide for engineering faculty, practitioners, and graduate students considering a career in academia. Academic faculty and working professionals will find the content helpful as instructional and reference material in developing and assessing career skills. It is also useful for intellectually curious students who want a deeper understanding and appreciation of the need for professional development and life-long learning.

Author : Nordisk Ministerråd
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Building
ISBN : 9789289310062

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Safety in Building and Construction Industries: State of the Art and Perspectives on Prevention by Nordisk Ministerråd Pdf

This report provides results of a Nordic seminar held in October 2003 regarding contemporary occupational safety research in the Nordic building and construction industries. The report provides conclusions of roundtable discussions from four plenary sessions regarding accident investigation and prevention, the meaning and significance of safety culture and safety climate, the influence of firm size on occupational safety, and good practices for safety management. In addition, the report contains abstracts of over 75 ongoing or recently completed safety research projects in the Nordic building and construction industries, as well as injury and employment statistics for the period 1992 through 2001.

Author : Ridley Tony
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-02-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781786342300

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Engineering In Perspective: Lessons For A Successful Career by Ridley Tony Pdf

Engineering in Perspective provides a unique look into the career of one of Britain's most widely experienced engineers, Professor Tony Ridley. Ridley analyses key moments from his career to identify the real-world skills required for success. Through this, he examines how important it is that a successful engineer has not only traditional engineering skills but also good interpersonal skills coupled with a deep understanding of social, economic and political factors. Ridley's career case-studies include his time as first Director General of the Tyne & Wear Passenger Transport Executive and working on the creation of the Metro; first Managing Director of the Hong Kong Mass Transit Railway; Chairman and Managing Director of London Underground; the development of the Docklands Light Railway; and working through the trauma of the Kings Cross fire. As Professor of Transport Engineering at Imperial College London, Ridley was involved in national and international engineering bodies, including President of the Institution of Civil Engineers. The book contains papers from this time that develop the concept of the 'breadth of engineering'. Highly relevant for engineering students, newly qualified engineers, educators and employers, this book allows examination of successes and failures of important engineering projects from the 20th century, with lessons and insights for the 21st century engineer.

Author : Innocent Musonda,Erastus Mwanaumo,Adetayo Onososen,Thembani Moyo
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2023-11-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781003848585

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Smart and Resilient Infrastructure For Emerging Economies: Perspectives on Building Better by Innocent Musonda,Erastus Mwanaumo,Adetayo Onososen,Thembani Moyo Pdf

Smart and Resilient Infrastructure For Emerging Economies: Perspectives on Building Better is about pressing and multidimensional challenges faced in constructing resilient, sustainable, and smart infrastructure in developing countries. The 32 case studies, literature reviews, comparative analyses and systematic reviews, cover a wide range of topics, including: - sustainable and resilient infrastructure development - smart cities - digital innovation in construction - infrastructure investment - construction ergonomics - socio-environmental sustainability - gender equity, and - climate change responses The contributions present innovative solutions, impactful insights, and substantive contributions to the discourse on sustainable infrastructure development, and illuminate the interplay between infrastructure development, social justice, environmental sustainability, and technological advancement. Smart and Resilient Infrastructure For Emerging Economies: Perspectives on Building Better is essential reading for academics, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students involved in the built environment, infrastructure delivery, investment in infrastructure, civil engineering, architecture, urban planning, environmental science, and other related disciplines.

Author : Kazi, Abdul Samad
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2004-11-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781591403623

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Knowledge Management in the Construction Industry: A Socio-Technical Perspective by Kazi, Abdul Samad Pdf

This book presents a portfolio of concepts, methods, models, and tools supported by real life case studies from various corners of the globe providing insights into the management of knowledge in the construction industry.

Author : Hudson Jackson,Kassim Tarhini
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2022-06-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000569230

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Compendium of Civil Engineering Education Strategies by Hudson Jackson,Kassim Tarhini Pdf

This book compiles the latest strategies and information regarding civil engineering education, and the skills necessary for success that are tangential to engineering, including global perspectives, critical and design thinking skills, leadership skills, assessment, recruitment, retention, and more. It is designed so that each chapter can be used separately or in combination with other chapters to help enhance and foster student learning as well as promote the development of skills required for engineering practice. Features Includes overviews of successful academic approaches for each topic including implementation examples in every chapter Explains how assessment and the resulting data can be used for holistic evaluation and improvement of student learning Addresses the complexities of moral and professional ethics in engineering Highlights the importance of adopting a global perspective and the successful strategies that have been used or considered in educating resilient, globally minded engineers Compendium of Civil Engineering Education Strategies: Case Studies and Examples serves as a useful guide for engineering faculty, practitioners, and graduate students considering a career in academia. Academic faculty and working professionals will find the content helpful as instructional and reference material in developing and assessing career skills. It is also useful for intellectually curious students who want a deeper understanding and appreciation of the need for professional development and life-long learning.

Author : Ramy Morsy Elkholy,Qi-Jiao He,Changwei Yang
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 872 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2018-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 178802205X

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Encyclopaedia of Introduction to Civil Engineering Systems by Ramy Morsy Elkholy,Qi-Jiao He,Changwei Yang Pdf

Author : Sivakumar Naganathan,Kamal Nasharuddin Mustapha,Thangaraj Palanisamy
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811650413

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Sustainable Practices and Innovations in Civil Engineering by Sivakumar Naganathan,Kamal Nasharuddin Mustapha,Thangaraj Palanisamy Pdf

This book presents the select proceedings of the international conference on Sustainable Practices and Innovations in Civil Engineering 2021 (SPICE 2021). The topics covered include the addition and replacement of cementitious materials in concrete, thereby enhancing the strength and durability characteristics of concrete, instrumentation and testing in structural engineering, ground improvement techniques, water management, waste management, and energy efficiency and sustainability in construction. It also includes few papers in the area of environmental civil engineering and discusses key issues in the field of water resources and the impact of COVID-19 on the construction industry. This book is a valuable reference to the students, researchers, and professionals in the field of civil engineering.