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How to use ETABS 2015 for designing a Reinforced Concrete Building efficiently

Construction Cost Estimating

This most updated version of construction software contains superior 3D object based modeling and visualization tools, ardently rapid linear and nonlinear analytical functionalities, advanced and expansive design capabilities for unlimited materials, and insightful graphic displays, reports, and schematic drawings which facilitate the users to instantly (..)

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Construction Document Information Management

Job Order Contracting

A Construction Document Management System must allow the visualization of the most common files used in the construction industry such as detailed line item construction cost estimates, required forms, drawings and BIM models. The process creates a competitive advantage for innovative construction companies.

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Integrated project delivery method

Job Order Contracting

The JOC unit price book is used by owners and contractors to define and cost construction tasks required for each renovation, repair, and minor new construction project. All construction tasks are organized within a standard data architecture, such as CSI MasterFormat. Unit Price Books – Pros and Cons. The Designer”.

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Door Closer Hinges: A New Approach

Construction Specifier

by Betty Chen, CSI, and Michael Chusid, RA, FCSI. Reinforcement installed in the fabricator’s shop requires coordination of shop drawings. While overhead closers can be dressed up with handsome covers, they are still a visual intrusion. Photo © Julie Mohamad, OfficeWorks. Alterations. Maintenance. Door Controls – Closers.

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Top Ten Software used in Civil Engineering

Construction Cost Estimating

AutoCAD” and “Google Sketchup” : Writing is the best tool for note down the imagination or you can draw and make a plot. CSI SAFE : It works designing concrete floor and foundation system. It frames layouts for the detail drawings. It has amenities for sneak into the concrete. It put together every features of engineering.

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Critical Issues and BIM – NIBS buildingSMART alliance conference – January 7-11, 2013

Building Information Management

Led document management and retention projects which resulted in selection, implementation and ongoing support of Documentum as the corporate repository for and distribution of engineering reports and drawings. Prior to joining the Institute, Roger was Technical Director of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and V.P.

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Critical Issues and BIM – NIBS buildingSMART alliance conference – January 7-11, 2013

Building Information Management

Led document management and retention projects which resulted in selection, implementation and ongoing support of Documentum as the corporate repository for and distribution of engineering reports and drawings. Prior to joining the Institute, Roger was Technical Director of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and V.P.

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