Construction System Design

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A process in which 3D System Design Software is utilized to design and analyze the construction of a complex building system (e.g. form work, glazing, tie-backs, etc.) in order to increase planning.

Potential Value:

• Increase constructability of a complex building system
• Increase construction productivity
• Increase safety awareness of a complex building system
• Decrease language barriers

Resources Required:

• 3D System design software

Team Competencies Required:

• Ability to manipulate, navigate, and review 3D model
• Ability to make appropriate construction decisions using a 3D System Design Software
• Knowledge of typical and appropriate construction practices for each component

Selected Resources:

• Leventhal, Lauren.”Delivering Instruction for Inherently-3D Construction Tasks: Lessons and Questions for Universal Accessibility”. Workshop on Universal Accessibility of Ubiquitous Computing: Providing for the elderly.
• Khemlano (2007). AECbytes: Building the Future (October 18, 2007).