81007883820 SRR720 Construction Research Frontiers
81007883820 SRR720 Construction Research Frontiers
School of Architecture and Built Environment
Trimester 1, 2023
Unit Chair: Chunlu Liu
Assessment 1: Visual Concept Map
Submission due: Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:00pm (AEST)
20 marks
Unit Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this assignment you will be able to:
Identify an issue of current relevance to the discipline of construction management and the construction industry (ULO1)
Assignment Tasks
Before research can begin, it is necessary to establish something worthwhile to investigate. To do so, you must understand the current knowledge surrounding a topic. You need to identify your research topic with a research problem that needs further investigation. This assignment aims to set you on the path to ensure that your topic is suitable for research and to build up your research question that needs further research.
There are four parts in this assignment, and the marks of all four parts evenly weight 25%.
Find and skim at least 30 journal articles that have been published in SCImago Q1 or Q2 journals (https://www.scimagojr.com/) since 2014 and are relevant to your research topic. Summarise your journal articles in the light of the Journal Article Spreadsheet template.
Select 5 articles from your Journal Article Spreadsheet and write your reflection on how each article connects to your research topic. The reflection of each article should be within 100 and 200 words, excluding word count of the reference and citation.
Develop a concept map that shows the themes and subthemes of current knowledge related to your research topic. Your research topic must be clearly presented in the concept map. The concept map should be developed based on your reading and all characters on the concept map must be readable.
Include a statement on your concept map within 500-800 words, excluding word count of the reference and citation. The statement should include: (1) the background of your research topic including its relevance to construction management and its significance at present, and the connections of your research topic with its key themes and sub-themes; and (2) what your research question is and how you reached your research question from a broad topic.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
HD D C P N Total
The Journal Article Spreadsheet document is complete and includes good-quality articles sourced from different journals. Key themes are identified and appropriate. Referencing style complies with the DU-Harvard referencing style. At least 30 journal articles have been included in the spreadsheet. The Journal Article Spreadsheet document is mostly complete and includes good-quality articles sourced from different journals. Key themes are identified and mostly appropriate. Referencing style mostly complies with the DU-Harvard referencing style. However, there are a few mistakes in the spreadsheet. At least 30 journal articles have been included in the spreadsheet. The Journal Article Spreadsheet document is mostly complete and includes many good-quality articles sourced from different journals. Most of the key themes are identified and appropriate. Referencing is largely correct. Some of the details are either missing or incorrect in the spreadsheet. At least 25 journal articles have been included in the spreadsheet. Journal Article Spreadsheet has several omissions or errors. Some articles are not current or sourced from suitable journals. Some key themes are identified though they are not appropriate. Referencing style may need improvement. At least 20 journal articles have been included in the spreadsheet. The Journal Article Spreadsheet is incomplete with insufficient key themes or a poor range of suitable journals. Referencing may need improvement. Fewer than 20 journal articles have been included in the spreadsheet.
25%
Excellent reflections of five journal articles that are descriptive and evaluative. Provide outstanding evidence of the relevance and quality of each journal article. Exceptional academic writing and structure with minimal or no spelling and grammatical errors. Referencing style complies with the DU-Harvard referencing style. Well-written reflections of five journal articles that are descriptive and evaluative. They provide strong evidence of the relevance and quality of each journal article. Good academic writing and structure. Referencing style complies with the DU-Harvard referencing style. Minor errors and omissions in structure, spelling or referencing. The reflections of five journal articles provide acceptable descriptions and evaluations. They provide evidence of the relevance and quality of each journal article. Acceptable academic writing and structure. There are some spelling, grammatical and referencing style errors.
The reflections of five journal articles provide basic descriptions, evaluations and evidence of the relevance and quality of each journal article. Basic academic writing, structure and referencing. There are multiple spelling, grammatical and referencing style errors. There are severe deficiencies in the reflections, such that they do not provide evidence of the relevance and quality of each journal article, serious problems exist with writing, structure and/or referencing, or the writing does not meet the minimum standards. 25%
An excellent Concept Map (or other visual representation) that clearly shows the main themes derived from your reading. The research question can be logically derived from the visual. The Concept Map is a very good visual representation of the key themes derived from your reading. It is easy to follow, well laid out, and the research question can be derived from the visual. However, it lacks the wow factor or details of an 'HD'. The Concept Map is a good visual representation of the key themes derived from your reading. It is easy to follow, well laid out, and highlights the research question. The Concept Map provides a basic visual representation of the key themes for this topic. There are some links to the research question, though the mind map is not necessarily derived from your reading. The Concept Map lacks clarity and purpose with no links to your reading or the research question. 25%
It is evident through your statement that you understand the key issues relating to your research topic and the current research. You have convinced us of the rational and importance of the research question. While it is evident that you understand the key issues relating to your research topic, there are minor gaps in your statement regarding the current research. Nevertheless, you have convinced us of the rational and importance of the research question. The current research is stated, but there are gaps in your understanding and some missed links and connections. In addition, the rational and importance of the research question require more clarity. The statement is basic. The topic is introduced, but current research and the relevance and importance need more clarity and depth. The statement demonstrates too little current knowledge or lacks relevance. 25%
100%
81007883820 SRR720 Construction Research Frontiers
School of Architecture and Built Environment
Trimester 1, 2023
Unit Chair: Chunlu Liu
Assessment 2: Research Design
Submission due: Monday 1 May 2023, 8:00pm (AEST)
30 marks
Unit Learning Outcomes
This task assesses your achievement of the Unit Learning Outcome:
ULO3 - Prepare a report that provides the background to your issue and its importance and outlines a proposal for research into your stated problem.
Assignment Tasks
By now you have chosen a research topic, understood its importance to construction management, and had a specific research question to be addressed in SRR721. Next, you need to plan how you will undertake research that addresses your research question. This plan is formally known as a Research Design. A good research design will demonstrate that you have a clear vision of what you want to investigate, what data you need to obtain to address your research question, how you will collect and analyse data.
This assignment will include the following two tasks:
Task 1: Select two appropriate articles from your Journal Article Spreadsheet and explain the research design. On each article, with less than 750 words, excluding word count of the reference and citation, you are required to state:
Research aim and objectives: The research aim in one sentence and research objectives in a numbered list.
Data collection and analysis: (1) what data the author(s) used, (2) how the data were collected or what the data sources are, and (3) the data analysis methods.
Task 2: On your research, with less than 1500 words, excluding word count of the reference and citation, you are required to include:
Research question that can be refined from submission for Assignment 1.
A title of your research project.
Research aim in one sentence and objectives in a numbered list. Explain how your research aim and objectives are accomplishing your research.
Research plan on (1) what data will be used, (2) how the data will be collected or what the data sources are, and (3) the data analysis methods. You need include a justification of your plan on each of these three items.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
Criteria High Distinction Distinction Credit Pass Fail
Research aim and objectives
30% Research aim and objectives of two articles is stated. [Task 1]
AND
The research aim is excellently articulated. Objectives are relevant and well-aligned with the aim. [Task 2] Research aim and objectives of two articles is stated. [Task 1]
AND
The research aim and objectives are well articulated with minor elaboration required to relevance and alignment. [Task 2] Research aims and objectives of two articles is stated. [Task 1]
AND
Your research aim and objectives may be too broad and there are some inconsistencies and misalignment between objectives and aim. [Task 2] Research aim and objectives of only one article is stated. [Task 1]
OR
Research aim is present but largely vague and the meaning is only apparent or emerging. The aim and objectives may be too broad for the research project. [Task 2] Research aim and objectives of no article is stated. [Task 1]
OR
Research aim is unachievable. Objectives do not align with aim. [Task 2]
Data collection and analysis
50% Data collection and analysis of two articles is stated. [Task 1]
AND
You have provided comprehensive details of the data you need to achieve your objectives and how that data will be obtained with a clear rationale for the selected method of data collection and analysis. [Task 2] Data collection and analysis of two articles is stated. [Task 1]
AND
You have provided details of the data you need to achieve your objectives and how that data will be obtained and analysed with a clear rationale for selection of the methods. [Task 2] Data collection and analysis of two articles is stated. [Task 1]
AND
You have provided basic details of the data you need achieve your objectives and how that data will be obtained. The rationale for selection of the methods of data collection and analysis needs further explanation. [Task 2] Data collection and analysis of only one article is stated. [Task 1]
OR
You have provided basic details of the data you need to answer your research. Further clarity is needed on how that data will be obtained and analysed. [Task 2] Data collection and analysis of no article is stated. [Task 1]
OR
There is insufficient detail of the required data or how that data will be obtained or analysed. [Task 2]
Academic writing
20% The academic writing is well structured, and the language is appropriate. Spelling and grammar are correct. All citations and the accompanying reference list are accurate and complete. The academic writing is well structured, and the language is appropriate. Spelling and grammar are correct. All citations and the accompanying reference list are largely accurate and complete. The academic writing could be improved but is generally adequate for the purpose. Most citations and the accompanying reference list are generally complete. The academic writing is elementary and is only just adequate for the purpose. Despite errors, the citations and accompanying reference list are sufficient to meet the minimum Author, Date, and Title requirements. The academic writing is not to the required standard. The number of errors in the citations and accompanying reference list is high.
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Summary of Articles
Article 1: Butera, S., Christensen, T.H. and Astrup, T.F., 2015. Life cycle assessment of construction and demolition waste management. Waste management, 44, pp.196-205.
The research by Butera et al. (2015) gives a life cycle evaluation (LCA) of several construction and demolition waste (CDW) management solutions in Denmark. The research assesses the environmental implications of four waste management scenarios: landfilling, incineration, recycling, and a recycling and incineration combination. The findings indicate that a mix of recycling and burning is the best eco-friendly method for handling CDW. Compared to landfilling and incineration alone, this scenario reduces greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, and other negative environmental implications.
Furthermore, the authors note that the composition of the waste has a significant bearing on the environmental effects of CDW treatment. They indicate that waste reduction and source separation are crucial measures for mitigating the environmental implications of CDW management.
This study's results have substantial ramifications for the construction sector, which is a prominent source of CDW. The findings indicate that the industry should emphasise waste reduction, separation, and recycling to reduce the environmental implications of CDW management. In addition, politicians and specialists in waste management might utilise the data to design more sustainable CDW management techniques. Overall, this research underlines the significance of analysing the environmental sustainability of CDW management by considering its complete life cycle.
Article 2: Jiang, J., Chu, C., Song, L., Gao, X., Huang, B., Zhang, Y., Zhang, Y., Liu, Y., Hou, L., Ju, M. and Cao, Z., 2023. From prospecting to mining: A review of enabling technologies, LCAs,Top of Form
The paper "From prospecting to mining: A study of enabling technologies, life cycle assessments (LCAs), and construction waste management" by Jiang et al. The writers begin by analysing the significance of mining to the global economy and the environmental consequences of mining operations, including greenhouse gas emissions, water pollution, and biodiversity loss. The authors then examine the most recent technologies that may lessen the negative environmental effect of mining operations, such as automation, digitization, and renewable energy.
The paper also emphasises the significance of doing LCAs for mining operations, which may give a full review of the environmental consequences of mining products across their entire life cycle. The authors examine the most recent life cycle assessments (LCAs) for mining, highlighting their limits and possible enhancements. The paper concludes by discussing construction waste management, a crucial concern in the mining sector. The writers cover the origins of construction waste, the detrimental effects of inappropriate disposal, and the most recent technology and management solutions for building trash.
Article 3: Esgucero, F.J., Deus, R.M., Battistelle, R., Martins, B.L. and Bezerra, B.S., 2021. Construction and demolition waste management process modelling: a framework for the Brazilian context. Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management, 23(5), pp.2037-2050.
The article "Construction and demolition waste management process modelling: a framework for the Brazilian context" explores the difficulties and possibilities associated with construction and demolition waste (CDW) management in Brazil. The paper presents a modelling approach for effective and efficient management of CDW within the Brazilian setting. CDW adds to landfills and presents a threat to the environment and human health, corresponding to the authors. Particularly, the construction sector has a large influence on the quantity of trash created, making it vital to develop solutions to minimise, reuse, and recycle construction and demolition waste (CDW).
The article presents a structure with five phases: waste classification, waste creation, waste management, waste disposal, and monitoring and assessment. The framework offers rules for monitoring and decision-making across the whole waste management process, from trash creation to disposal. It also examines the legal framework, budgetary considerations, and stakeholder participation. The suggested framework may be used in Brazil to enhance CDW management, minimise waste production, and promote sustainable practices. The authors argue that this paradigm may be adapted for use in other nations confronting comparable issues. Overall, the research emphasises the significance of efficient CDW management in promoting sustainable growth in the construction sector.
Article 4: Umar, U.A., Shafiq, N., Malakahmad, A., Nuruddin, M.F. and Khamidi, M.F., 2017. A review on the adoption of novel techniques in construction waste management and policy.Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management,19, pp.1361-1373.
The article "A review on the adoption of innovative approaches in construction waste management and policy" examines the present status of waste management in the construction industry and how new techniques and policies might be adopted to enhance waste reduction and management practices. The authors investigate a variety of strategies, including source reduction, recycling, and sustainable waste management, that may aid in reducing the quantity of trash created by building projects. The study emphasises the significance of waste reduction policies and regulations, such as the execution of waste management strategies and the adoption of green construction standards. The authors also investigate the impact of technology, incorporating Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), in enhancing waste management techniques in building projects.
The essay continues by underlining the necessity for cooperation amongst construction industry stakeholders, including contractors, architects, engineers, and legislators, to encourage the use of innovative waste management approaches. By collaborating, the construction sector may enhance waste reduction and management procedures, therefore minimising the environmental effect of its operations. The research gives significant information that may be implemented to enhance construction waste management procedures, thereby supporting a more sustainable and environmentally friendly building strategy.
Article 5: Yazdanbakhsh, A., 2018. A bi-level environmental impact assessment framework for comparing construction and demolition waste management strategies. Waste management, 77, pp.401-412.
The paper proposes a methodology for evaluating construction and demolition waste (CDW) management techniques using a bi-level environmental impact assessment. The framework contains two levels: the first level measures the environmental implications of each CDW management plan, including energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and air and water pollution. The second level analyses the identified environmental consequences of each plan to the predetermined criteria to establish the ideal strategy for management.
The author highlights that CDW management is a crucial problem that must be addressed to reduce the environmental effect of building operations. The building sector creates substantial volumes of trash, and inappropriate management of construction and demolition waste (CDW) may result in environmental contamination and depletion of natural resources. The research emphasises the significance of establishing an adequate CDW management plan to mitigate the negative environmental consequences of building operations. The suggested bi-level environmental impact assessment approach may be utilised to evaluate and compare different CDW management solutions. This study's conclusions apply to building waste management strategies. The approach suggested in this research may assist construction businesses and policymakers in selecting the most suitable and ecologically friendly strategy for managing construction and demolition debris (CDW).
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The construction industry is a waste-intensive industry with a capacity for environmental impact at each stage in the procedure, manufacturing, extracting raw materials, construction, transport, and disposal of general and hazardous waste. Inadequate planning (over-ordering items, damaging or mishandling supplies, inadequate storage, or weather damage to materials) is the primary cause of on-site waste. Due to the method of certain chemicals, paint, and fuel, construction sites have the potential to create hazardous wastes that must be placed appropriately at a hazardous waste capacity. When not in consumption or being discarded, dangerous compounds must be kept in an impermeable space. The sort of trash created on a construction site depends on the project's phase and nature (Hossain et al., 2017).
Due to its environmental and economic consequences, construction waste management is a pressing issue that has attracted increased attention. Construction operations create huge volumes of garbage that, if not handled appropriately, may have negative consequences on the environment. In modern years, there has been a rising perception of the take for sustainable building techniques, of which waste management is a crucial component. Proper construction waste management may aid in mitigating the negative environmental effects of building projects, while also promoting resource conservation and cost savings. Waste disposal plans must give way to waste management. It is becoming more important that construction waste be effectively managed, i.e., by eliminating trash wherever feasible, reducing waste output, and reusing resources. Existing waste management techniques demonstrate that waste reduction, recycling, and reuse are critical for promising the sustainable management of reserves (Rosado et al., 2019).
The purpose of this concept map is to offer an overview of waste management in the construction industry and its most important themes and subthemes. The map depicts the many forms and origins of construction waste and emphasises the significance of legislation and standards in ensuring effective waste management. In addition, the map highlights the advantages of good waste management, such as environmental preservation, resource conservation, and economic savings.
The waste management tactics mentioned on the map, such as reducing, reusing, recycling, and disposing of, are necessary for attaining sustainable building practices. These techniques of building waste disposal have varying environmental implications and associated expenses. The map also depicts instruments and technology that might enhance construction waste management techniques, such as waste tracking systems and recycling equipment (Wu et al., 2017).
This idea map generates the research question, "How can construction businesses integrate sustainable waste management techniques in their projects?"
This research issue was derived from the expansive subject of sustainable building techniques by concentrating on waste management. The question acknowledges that construction organisations must effectively apply waste management measures to obtain sustainable results. In addition to acknowledging the difficulties and complexity of adopting sustainable waste management practices, the research question requests an inquiry into the methods, tools, and technology that may help this process (Yazdanbakhsh, 2018).
Conclusion
In conclusion, the provided concept map gives a complete overview of waste management in the construction sector and its linkages to important topics and subthemes. The map emphasises the significance of sustainable waste management strategies for environmental, social, and economic advantages. This map generates a research issue on the successful implementation of sustainable waste management techniques by construction businesses, which requires further study.
References
Butera, S., Christensen, T.H. and Astrup, T.F., 2015. Life cycle assessment of construction and demolition waste management.Waste management,44, pp.196-205.
Esgucero, F.J., Deus, R.M., Battistelle, R., Martins, B.L. and Bezerra, B.S., 2021. Construction and demolition waste management process modelling: a framework for the Brazilian context. Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management, 23(5), pp.2037-2050
Hossain, M.U., Wu, Z. and Poon, C.S., 2017. Comparative environmental evaluation of construction waste management through different waste sorting systems in Hong Kong. Waste management, 69, pp.325-335.
Jiang, J., Chu, C., Song, L., Gao, X., Huang, B., Zhang, Y., Zhang, Y., Liu, Y., Hou, L., Ju, M. and Cao, Z., 2023. From prospecting to mining: A review of enabling technologies, LCAs,Top of Form
Rosado, L.P., Vitale, P., Penteado, C.S. and Arena, U., 2019. Life cycle assessment of construction and demolition waste management in a large area of So Paulo State, Brazil.Waste management,85, pp.477-489.
Umar, U.A., Shafiq, N., Malakahmad, A., Nuruddin, M.F. and Khamidi, M.F., 2017. A review on the adoption of novel techniques in construction waste management and policy. Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management, 19, pp.1361-1373.
Wu, Z., Ann, T.W. and Shen, L., 2017. Investigating the determinants of contractors construction and demolition waste management behaviour in Mainland China.Waste management,60, pp.290-300.
Yazdanbakhsh, A., 2018. A bi-level environmental impact assessment framework for comparing construction and demolition waste management strategies.Waste management,77, pp.401-412.Top of Form
Selection of Topic
"Waste Management In The Construction Industry" is a vital subject since it tackles the environmental and economic effects of waste creation and disposal. Waste management is a crucial problem that impacts both the economy and the environment. The construction sector creates a substantial quantity of the trash, including debris, packaging, and leftover supplies, making waste management crucial.
Literature Review
A review of existing literature on waste management in the construction industry examined the present status of research in this area. The analysis indicated that construction waste management is a pressing problem owing to the substantial quantity of trash produced by the sector, which has severe environmental effects and economic implications. Several waste management solutions, including waste reduction, reuse, and recycling, have been developed and implemented in the construction sector; however, the complexity of building projects poses obstacles to the application of these strategies. In addition, there is a need for more studies on the efficacy of waste management systems in building projects, as well as the possible advantages and difficulties of their implementation.
Research ProposalThe purpose of this study project is to explore and address the issue of construction waste management. What are the current waste management procedures in the building industry? The proposed study will investigate alternative solutions and techniques for waste reduction, recycling, and reuse in the construction sector, as well as assess their economic and environmental advantages and obstacles.
