A project management course provides training in the techniques and processes that are used when managing a large, complex project. This training is generic in nature, and can be applied to a range of industries and projects, from information technology software installations to building a skyscraper. The type of project management course available can be […]
1. Do it For the Right Reason If the goal of your program is to stay compliant, you will always be reacting. If your goal is to operate safe jobsites, compliance will come naturally and you will be more proactive. Rather than viewing regulations as rules you must follow, use them as steps to help […]
What is Construction Bids? Construction Bids are written offers from contractors to undertake a construction job in return of a certain sum of money. Bids can be either Negotiated Bid, Limited Competition, Selective Bid or Open Competition Bid. This article will talk about Negotiated Bid while the other will be written in fupcoming posts. Negotiation […]
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) is a project management guide, and an internationally recognized standard, that provides the fundamentals of project management as they apply to a wide range of projects, including construction, software, engineering… A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) was first published by the […]
Students who intend to take online accredited architecture training should check to find out whether the training is accredited from a valid institution or not. The process of taking architectural licensing exams becomes a bit easier if a student takes training from an accredited institution. Online architectural training helps students choose their career path in […]
Precast Beams Precast beam decks are generally used for short span bridges ranging between 5m to 50m – these may be railway or motorway bridges. Standard inverted tee beams or M-beams are chosen and positioned by crane. Where precast beams are considered for a motorway bridge construction, the bridge cross-section for a typical carriageway will […]
General specifications of work quality are available in numerous fields and are issued in publications of organizations such as the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), or the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). Distinct specifications are formalized for particular types of construction activities, such as welding standards issued by […]
I. TYPE OF DEFECTS Type of defects: Non-structural and movable cracks. II. SURFACE PREPARATION The cracks and adjacent substrate must be clean, sound and free of contaminated material. Remove dust, laitance, grease, curing compounds and other bond inhibiting materials from surface by mechanical means. “V” notch the surface of crack with mechanical router or hand […]
How to get a Engineering Career as your wish? Keep in mind that a well preparation leads to your success. Hereafter are most important tips for Engineering Jobs Interview. DON’T BE ON TIME – BE EARLY It is important you arrive at the interview 20-30 minutes early. Obviously, being late sends a negative message about […]