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Information Technologies for Construction Managers, Architects and Engineers is the essential guide for civil engineers, architects or construction managers that are working in an environment of rapidly changing and improving information technologies. This is a handy manual that will explore the entire spectrum of the IT applications in construction. This text covers everything from traditional computer applications to emerging web-based and mobile technologies. Information found within the text can be applied to firms of all sizes and features suggestions for IT solutions that can be implemented throughout complex projects as well as low, small cost ventures. Weblogs, estimating, project web portals, scheduling, content management systems, 4D CAD, document management systems, field and mobile computing and wireless computing are also discussed.
Features:
Clearly illustrates the latest developments in information technology and software as it is applied to the reconstruction industry.
Special consideration is given to the needs for both knowledge management capabilities and information.
Helpful guidelines for implementing an IT project to include defining the goals of the project and taking into account all available resources.
State-of-the-art coverage that examines a broad range of available IT solutions, including integration, data exchange and interoperability between different applications.
Information Technologies for Construction Managers, Architects and Engineers
- Table of Contents:
Computers and the Construction Industry
Knowledge Management
Using Computers for Construction Estimating
CPM Scheduling
Internet Based Solutions for Small Companies and Projects
Construction Web Portals-For Large and Complex Projects
Content and Document Management
Online Bidding and Online Plan Rooms
3d And 4d Cad
Wireless Computing
Construction Automation
GIS Applications
A Roadmap for Construction It Implementation
Information Technologies for Construction Managers, Architects and Engineers