Associate Professor Willy Sher
Honorary Associate Professor
School of Architecture and Built Environment (Construction Management (Building))
- Email:willy.sher@newcastle.edu.au
- Phone:(02) 4921 5792
Career Summary
Biography
I entered academic life in the early 1980s as a part time lecturer and took up a full time lectureship in 1988. Motivation to enter academia came, in part, from my post-graduate studies at Loughborough University, UK. Academic life allowed me to combine my research and consulting interests with my teaching commitments. I have continued this approach in all the Universities I have taught at (University of the Witwatersrand, Loughborough University and Newcastle University). My publications record attests to dual research interests of computer-aided applications for the management of construction projects as well as construction education. I have published three books, over 120 refereed conference papers and over 30 refereed journal papers. I have secured research funding (in UK and in Australia) of over $1m in a range of areas and am a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building.
Research ExpertiseVirtual teamwork, Building Information Modelling, Modular construction, Pedagogy in construction education.
Qualifications
- PhD, University of Newcastle
- Bachelor of Science (Honours)(Building), University of Witwatersrand
- Master of Science, Loughborough University - UK
Keywords
- Construction
Fields of Research
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330202 | Building construction management and project planning | 100 |
Professional Experience
Academic appointment
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1/1/2001 - | Membership - Chartered Institute of Building | Chartered Institure of Building Australia |
1/1/1997 - 1/2/2001 | Senior Lecturer | Loughborough University United Kingdom |
Awards
Recipient
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2007 |
Ronald Albert Swane award for excellence in teaching Australian Institute of Building |
2006 |
Vice-Chancellor's Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning University of Newcastle |
2000 |
Nomination Loughborough University |
Research Award
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2013 |
2013 NSW President's Award for Research Australian Institute of Building |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Book (2 outputs)
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2012 | Simmons CA, Williams AP, Sher WD, Levett-Jones TL, Work Ready: E-Portfolios to Support Professional Placements, Office for Learning and Teaching, Sydney, NSW, 145 (2012) [A3] | ||
2010 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Simmons CA, Construction Education in Australia. A Review of Learning and Teaching Challenges and Opportunities, Australian Teaching and Learning Council, Sydney, NSW, 176 (2010) [A2] |
Chapter (19 outputs)
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2024 |
Mortimer A, Egbelakin T, Sher W, 'Drivers, services gaps and improving disaster management for displaced people: A case study of prolonged displacement following the 2022 floods in Lismore, Australia', Handbook of Flood Risk Management and Community Action: An International Perspective, Routledge, Abingdon, Oxon 66-84 (2024) [B1]
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2024 | Molla A, Tang P, Sher W, Bahar MM, Bekele D, 'Composite building materials and construction and demolition waste (C&DW): Ecotoxicological perspectives', Sustainability and Toxicity of Building Materials Manufacture, Use and Disposal Stages, Woodhead Publishing, US (2024) | |||||||
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Vaughan J, Illankoon IMCS, Beard C, Sher W, MacKee J, 'Hazardous building materials threaten circular economy and sustainable outcomes', Sustainability and Toxicity of Building Materials, Elsevier Science Publishing, London 573-597 (2024)
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Molla A, Sher W, Tang W, Bahar MM, Bekele D, 'Composite building materials and construction and demolition waste (C&DW): ecotoxicological perspectives', Sustainability and Toxicity of Building Materials Manufacture, Use and Disposal Stages, Elsevier, United Kingdom 601-625 (2024)
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2022 |
Ogunmakinde O, Sher W, Egbelakin T, 'Construction Waste Management in Nigeria Using the 3R principle of the Circular Economy', Circular Economy and Waste Valorisation: theory and practice from an International Perspective, Springer Nature Switzerland, Cham, Switzerland (2022) [B1]
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Sher WD, Williams A, Gajendran T, 'Online Construction Management Education: A Discipline-Wide Implementation', Handbook of Research on Humanizing the Distance Learning Experience, IGI Global, Hershey, PA 132-156 (2017) [B1]
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Tuapawa K, Sher W, Gu N, 'Pentexonomy: A Multi-Dimensional Taxonomy of Educational Online Technologies', Revolutionizing Education through Web-Based Instruction, IGI Global, Hershey, PA 225-252 (2016) [B1]
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2012 | Sher WD, Dosen AS, Hingston J, Williams AP, 'Constructing a path from school', Building Pathways: Lifelong Learning in the Construction Sector, The Writing Bureau, Fitzroy North, VIC 15-24 (2012) [B1] | Nova | ||||||
2012 | Sher WD, Williams AP, Simmons CA, 'Professional curricula on-line: The RAPID and NURAPID progress file', Work Ready: E-Portfolios to Support Professional Placements, Office for Learning and Teaching, Sydney, NSW 31-45 (2012) [B1] | Nova | ||||||
2012 | Levett-Jones TL, Bowen LJ, Simmons CA, Sher WD, 'The professional nursing and construction curricula', Work Ready: E-Portfolios to Support Professional Placements, Office for Learning and Teaching, Sydney, NSW 13-29 (2012) [B1] | Nova | ||||||
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Sher WD, Sherratt SM, Williams AP, Gameson R, 'Changing skills in changing environments: Skills needed in virtual construction teams', Applications of Virtual Reality, InTech, Rijeka, Croatia 31-48 (2012) [B1]
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2010 | Olatunji OA, Sher WD, Gu N, 'Modelling outcomes of collaboration in building information modelling through gaming theory lenses', Industrialised, Integrated, Intelligent Sustainable Construction: I3CON HANDBOOK 2, I3CON & BSRIA, London, UK 93-108 (2010) [B1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 |
Olatunji OA, Sher WD, 'The applications of building information modelling in facilities management', Handbook of Research on Building Information Modeling and Construction Informatics: Concepts and Technologies, Information Science Reference, Hershey, Pennsylvania 239-253 (2010) [B1]
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Olatunji OA, Sher WD, 'A comparative analysis of 2D computer-aided estimating (CAE) and BIM estimating procedures', Handbook of Research on Building Information Modeling and Construction Informatics: Concepts and Technologies, Information Science Reference, Hershey, Pennsylvania 170-189 (2010) [B1]
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Sherratt SM, Sher WD, Williams AP, Gameson R, 'Communication in construction design teams: Moving into the virtual world', Handbook of Research on Discourse Behavior and Digital Communication : Language Structures and Social Interaction, Information Science Reference, Hershey, Pennsylvania 1-17 (2010) [B1]
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2008 | Yom K-K, Froese T, Aranda-Mena G, Sher WD, Goodman N, 'Model-based estimating for concrete bridges: A feasibility study', Clients Driving Construction Innovation: Benefiting from Innovation, Cooperative Research Centre for Construction Innovation, Brisbane, Queensland 101-110 (2008) [B1] | Nova | ||||||
2004 | Sher WD, Sharkey R, Mackee J, 'NURAPID a student-centered development tool for Australian Universities', AUBEA 2004: Higher education shaping the built environment, Centre for Infrastructure and Property, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW 69-81 (2004) [B2] | |||||||
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Journal article (64 outputs)
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2024 |
Vaughan J, Evans R, Sher W, 'Embodied Carbon Inventories for the Australian Built Environment: A Scoping Review', Buildings, 14 840-840
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Balasbaneh AT, Sher W, 'Economic and environmental life cycle assessment of alternative mass timber walls to evaluate circular economy in building: MCDM method', ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY, 26 239-268 (2024) [C1]
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Adedokun O, Egbelakin T, Gajendran T, Sher W, 'Incentives for self-evacuation: A panacea for bushfire fatalities in the Australian bushfire-prone areas', International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, 104 104361-104361 (2024)
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Tighnavard Balasbaneh A, Sher W, Madun A, Ashour A, 'Life cycle sustainability assessment of alternative green roofs A systematic literature review', Building and Environment, 248 (2024) [C1] There is general agreement on the importance of green roofs as ways of reducing GHG emissions, reducing overall costs and improving sustainability in urban areas. This systematic ... [more] There is general agreement on the importance of green roofs as ways of reducing GHG emissions, reducing overall costs and improving sustainability in urban areas. This systematic literature review highlights life cycle sustainability assessment as an essential criterion to evaluate green roofs. A bibliometric analysis was used to quantitatively review relevant literature. The Scopus database was chosen as a bibliographic database of academic publications. Thes period of search started from 2003 and final search was conducted on February 15, 2023. Based on further in-depth reading, 88 publication records which met the selection criteria, including 74 papers and 14 conference papers. Researchers from the United States contributed almost 31 % of the documents. We evaluated leading studies in this field and discussed assessment method, system boundaries and research gaps through a critical literature review and a systematic search review. Finally, we propose a framework and identify a gap and future research. The environmental aspect of green roofs have received more attention than economic issues. We found that most economic evaluations of green roofs are limited to their construction stage. As yet there is no comprehensive social study on green roofs. We considered a unified study of the economic, environmental impact and social evaluation of green roofs to be warranted. Additionally, various measurement methods should be used to assess the economic profitability of green roofs over the long term. In summary, this study provides a deeper understanding of the environmental, social, and economic performance of green roofs and identifies research gaps as well as future research directions.
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Tighnavard Balasbaneh A, Sher W, Haziman Wan Ibrahim M, 'Life cycle assessment and economic analysis of Reusable formwork materials considering the circular economy', Ain Shams Engineering Journal, 15 (2024) [C1] Economic development and population growth have impacted on fossil-based energy consumption, contributing to environmental pollution. Adopting circular economy research is more pr... [more] Economic development and population growth have impacted on fossil-based energy consumption, contributing to environmental pollution. Adopting circular economy research is more pressing than ever to ease pressure on the environment and the economy. Evaluating the best construction materials is not new. To date, many researchers have assessed materials using various criteria. Formwork differs from other construction materials in terms of serviceability and reusability. These materials may be reused multiple times (from 7 to around 50 times). This raises the question of which material is the best from a sustainability perspective. In this paper we have evaluated four of the most widely-used formwork materials used in the construction of buildings in Malaysia. These include plastic, steel, plywood and timber. Evaluations of life cycle assessment (LCA), embodied energy, and life cycle cost (LCC) were conducted from cradle to cradle. For a single use of formwork, timber is best in all categories except human non-carcinogenic toxicity. However, when 50 reuses are considered for the same wall a completely different result arises. In the environmental category, steel formwork produces the lowest emissions and impact in all categories except global warming potential (GWP). Plastic formwork has the lowest carbon emissions. In terms of embodied energy and cost, plastic formwork presents the best option being approximately 20% lower than steel formwork. Because of the inconsistency in the results for LCA, embodied energy, and LCC for 50-cycles of usage, a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) tool was used to normalize the results. The MCDM shows that plastic formwork is an ideal choice for sustainability among the alternatives considered.
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2023 |
Balasbaneh AT, Sher W, Yeoh D, Yasin MN, 'Economic and environmental life cycle perspectives on two engineered wood products: comparison of LVL and GLT construction materials.', Environ Sci Pollut Res Int, 30 26964-26981 (2023) [C1]
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Mortimer A, Egbelakin T, Sher W, 'Making the case for policy interventions in disaster governance and management in Australia to better support internally displaced people', International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 14 471-494 (2023) [C1] Purpose: Policy is key for effective displacement governance in times of crises and in response and recovery. Therefore, this study assessed if Australian climate, disaster and em... [more] Purpose: Policy is key for effective displacement governance in times of crises and in response and recovery. Therefore, this study assessed if Australian climate, disaster and emergency management policies provide effective mechanisms for governing displacement crises and areas where current approaches could be improved. Design/methodology/approach: This study assessed 18 national and state-level disaster, emergency and climate change management frameworks to determine if best practice displacement governance themes were reflected in policy documents. Deductive thematic analysis was undertaken using Braun and Clarke¿s six-phase method. Findings: Issues of displacement are reflected in policies analysed in this study. However, current policy frameworks need to be equipped to comprehensively address the housing requirements of displaced people or provide long-term initiatives. Approaches are focused on crisis management rather than pre-emptively planning for displacement response and recovery. Therefore, Australia has not exercised national responsibility for displaced people appropriately. Research limitations/implications: Disaster displacement is an under-researched area of Australian scholarship and disaster management policy and practice. Therefore, this paper has practical implications in so far as it draws attention to the issue of displacement in Australia. A limitation of this paper is that it only analysed policy frameworks specific to disasters. While broader engagement was outside the scope of this study, this limitation provides opportunities for further research from disciplinary perspectives of public housing and homelessness to examine displacement policy challenges in these fields. Furthermore, this study is limited to a theoretical inquiry into this topic through a desktop review of policy documents. While this is a necessary first step, empirical studies are required to determine accurate displacement rates, drivers and people¿s experience of being displaced. Practical implications: This research aims to inform policy by presenting recommendations for policy interventions for disaster displacement governance. Therefore, this research has practical implications as policy and disaster risk reduction (DRR) professionals can draw from the findings of this research when planning and initiating disaster response for displaced persons. Social implications: This research draws attention to an area of disaster management practice and policy that has not been adequately accounted for. Highlighting gaps in current policy can assist in developing targeted strategies and solutions for internally displaced people, which protect their rights and meet their needs. Originality/value: Displacement is a growing climate change issue. This research aims to help address this problem by drawing attention to areas where Australian disaster management approaches fail to account for displaced populations. Therefore, this research has practical implications for addressing future issues of disaster injustice that may arise if displacement continues, unacknowledged in disaster management.
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Ogunmakinde OE, Egbelakin T, Sher W, Omotayo T, Ogunnusi M, 'Establishing the limitations of sustainable construction in developing countries: a systematic literature review using PRISMA', Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, (2023) [C1] Purpose: Establishing a more sustainable built environment is an increasing global concern for the construction industry. Despite the intrinsic and extrinsic obstacles the stakeho... [more] Purpose: Establishing a more sustainable built environment is an increasing global concern for the construction industry. Despite the intrinsic and extrinsic obstacles the stakeholders face, huge efforts are required to transition to a smooth, sustainable construction (SC) practice. This study identifies and discusses cogent obstacles to SC in developing nations. Design/methodology/approach: The Preferred Reporting Item for systematic reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) approach was employed to establish research work in SC for developing countries. The databases used were Scopus and Web of Science. Meta-analysis of keywords was analysed thematically. The initial broad search returned 8,420 publications which were filtered and reviewed in-depth to fit the aim of the study, produced only 21 relevant publications from the years 2000¿2021. Findings: The four identified themes of obstacles to SC in developing countries are as follows: construction professional training and education, clients' attitudes and awareness, construction industries' culture and capacity and governments' regulation, policies and economy. The key barriers identified from the meta-analysis include inadequate training and education amongst construction professionals, poor execution of sustainability ethics, poor populace attitude towards sustainability, poor awareness and understanding, dearth of precise data and integrated study and inappropriate priorities about sustainability. Originality/value: The originality in this study are themes drawn from millennium development goals (MDGs) and sustainable development goals (SDGs) publications related to SC. Consequently, the final framework presented a holistic approach to surmounting the established limitations and aided recommendations for future studies. Thus, setting a background for developing strategies to overcome the limitations and further attain sustainable development (SD).
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Forghani R, Sher W, Kanjanabootra S, 'Critical technical design principles for maximizing the reuse of building components', International Journal of Construction Management, 23 1187-1195 (2023) [C1] The reuse of building components plays a pivotal role in construction and demolition waste reduction. Reuse can be a part of the deconstruction process resulting in cost and envir... [more] The reuse of building components plays a pivotal role in construction and demolition waste reduction. Reuse can be a part of the deconstruction process resulting in cost and environmental benefits. Several studies have identified various design principles that facilitate the deconstruction process. These may consequently maximize the reusability of building components. However, the extent to which these measures are effective is unclear. This study examines the importance of these principles in relation to the reusability of building components. A questionnaire survey investigating design principles based on previous studies was administered to building industry professionals including civil engineers, architects and demolition contractors. It was designed to determine the degree of suitability and relevance of the design principles to the practice of reuse. Over 170 responses were collected and analysed using a number of statistical approaches including ANOVA and factor analysis to identify critical technical design principles (TDPs) and to determine the potential relationships among them. Nine TDPs were identified as highly significant for the practice of reuse. Statistically significant differences between the opinions of demolition contractors and of building designers to eight principles were also determined and are also discussed.
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Adedokun O, Egbelakin T, Gajendran T, Sher W, 'Input-Process-Output of decision-making framework during bushfire', AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, 38 77-84 (2023) [C1]
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Tighnavard Balasbaneh A, Sher W, Yeoh D, Koushfar K, 'LCA & LCC analysis of hybrid glued laminated Timber Concrete composite floor slab system', Journal of Building Engineering, 49 (2022) [C1] The increasing request for energy-saving and saving materials and growing concern related to the impacts of materials used on environmental and economical has driven the construct... [more] The increasing request for energy-saving and saving materials and growing concern related to the impacts of materials used on environmental and economical has driven the construction industry toward redesigning critical structural systems and elements. This research proposes solutions for mitigating ecological effects and sustainable built environments. For example, the floor slab is considered the top environmental impact emission after walls compared to other non-load-bearing elements among different building components. Therefore, this research expands the new slab comprising Glued laminated timber (GLT) with concrete as a novel lightweight flooring system. The related methodology includes life cycle assessment (LCA) and life cycle cost (LCC) analysis. Thus, the environmental and economic impacts of three common slab systems were compared to the proposed slab. The evaluation results revealed that GLT-concrete has lower emissions in all environmental categories, namely: Global warming potential (GWP), Eutrophication Potential (EP), human toxicity potential (HTP), fossil depletion potential (FDP), terrestrial Ecotoxicity (TE), and Acidification Potential (AP). Likewise, Embodied energy value showed that GLT-concrete has a lower value by 26%, 9%, and 24% than Lightweight steel slab, Precast reinforced slab, and Cofradal slab. Finally, the result of LCC shows a new GLT-concrete slab despite having a higher construction cost, but by considering the end of life scenario as reuse, it will have a lower total cost. Thus, current research can expand the assessment of environmentally friendly floor structures and step toward sustainable construction.
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Ogunmakinde OE, Egbelakin T, Sher W, 'Contributions of the circular economy to the UN sustainable development goals through sustainable construction', RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING, 178 (2022) [C1]
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Balasbaneh AT, Sher W, Yeoh D, 'Recommending a new building structure to alleviate environmental impact in tropical climates: increasing the use of wood in construction', INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT, 27 885-901 (2022) [C1]
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Newaz MT, Davis P, Sher W, Simon L, 'Factors affecting construction waste management streams in Australia', International Journal of Construction Management, 22 2625-2633 (2022) [C1]
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Roodgar Saffari P, Sher W, Thongchom C, 'Size Dependent Buckling Analysis of a FG-CNTRC Microplate of Variable Thickness under Non-Uniform Biaxial Compression', Buildings, 12 (2022) [C1] This paper combines third-order shear deformation theory (TSDT) and modified couple stress theory (MCST) with the principle of total potential energy to analyze the size-dependent... [more] This paper combines third-order shear deformation theory (TSDT) and modified couple stress theory (MCST) with the principle of total potential energy to analyze the size-dependent buckling behavior of a functionally graded carbon nanotube-reinforced composite (FG-CNTRC) rectangular microplate of variable thickness subject to non-uniform biaxial compression when resting on an elastic medium. To determine the thickness qualities of the material, the extended rule of mixture was applied. In the context of microplate buckling in the presence of small length scale effects, the three kinds of Carbon Nanotube (CNT) distribution¿(a) UD, (b) FG-O, and (c) FG-X¿were used and compared. The equations governing various combinations of simply supported or clamped boundary conditions have been solved using the differential quadrature method (DQM). The correctness and precision of the solutions have been compared to another study. A numerical study was conducted to examine the dependence of buckling load on several parameters, including percentage change of thickness, length scale parameter, nonuniform edge loads, boundary conditions, volume percentage of the CNTs, CNT distribution, and elastic medium parameter. The results of their effects are presented in this paper.
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Balasbaneh AT, Sher W, 'Life cycle sustainability assessment analysis of different concrete construction techniques for residential building in Malaysia', International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment, 26 1301-1318 (2021) [C1] Purpose: Aspects of the lifecycle sustainability of modular and prefabricated construction remain unexplored. In particular, the characteristics of various concrete techniques req... [more] Purpose: Aspects of the lifecycle sustainability of modular and prefabricated construction remain unexplored. In particular, the characteristics of various concrete techniques require further investigation. This study assessed three different construction techniques, namely, On-site concrete (OSC), Individual Panel System (IPS), and Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC). Methods: The following environmental impact criteria were studied: greenhouse gas (GHG), ozone layer depletion (OLD), human toxicity (HT), fossil depletion (FD), and terrestrial ecotoxicity (TE). These were calculated using life cycle assessment (LCA) analysis. The total cost of each case studies was calculated using LCC and a social survey was also conducted using a questionnaire survey. The significance weights were incorporated into an analytic hierarchy process (AHP) for use in multi-criteria decision making (MCDM: TOPSIS). Results: PPVC was assessed as the best construction technique for most of the environmental criteria. It was 6%, 2%, and 6% lower than OSC in GHG, FD, and OLD, respectively. On the other hand, OSC was shown to be an economic method by 2.4% and 4% having lower cost than PPVC and IPS. Additionally, PPVC achieved the best value in Social-LCA. Conclusions: Finally, since different concrete construction techniques were nominated as the best for each criterion, an assessment of multi-criteria was conducted. The results of MCDM showed that PPVC is the most sustainable method among the alternatives. Furthermore, two sensitivity analyses were performed to dispense with the human subjectivity involved in AHP.
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Molla AS, Tang P, Sher W, Bekele DN, 'Chemicals of concern in construction and demolition waste fine residues: A systematic literature review', Journal of Environmental Management, 299 (2021) [C1]
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Shih YT, Sher W, 'Exploring the role of cad and its application in design education', Computer-Aided Design and Applications, 18 1410-1424 (2021) [C1] Mixed media design, which includes both pencil sketching and computer-aided design (CAD) modelling, is frequently used in both the design industries and design schools. Research s... [more] Mixed media design, which includes both pencil sketching and computer-aided design (CAD) modelling, is frequently used in both the design industries and design schools. Research suggests that mixed media design environments provide several advantages over design environments that use singular media. Although a common outcome of CAD modelling is design documentation, researchers have argued that CAD modelling could support conceptual design. In our study four experts were invited to complete different design tasks. They were asked to sketch first and then model their designs using CAD. A Function-Behaviour-Structure coding scheme was adopted to analyse their cognitive actions. The empirical evidence collected shows that being dissatisfied with sketches resulted in the entire CAD design phase becoming uncertain. Thus, an optimal solution may not be achieved after the use of one design medium. This means that subsequent design sessions need to support designers to refine their designs by evaluating alternatives. The main contribution of this study is for teaching CAD design. A model was developed for the phenomenon of CAD modelling to support conceptual design or design documentation in mixed media design environments.
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Ogunmakinde OE, Sher W, Egbelakin T, 'Circular economy pillars: a semi-systematic review', Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 23 899-914 (2021) [C1] Abstract: The need to reduce waste generation and resource extraction arising from the traditional linear economy system is gaining the attention of scholars, organisations and go... [more] Abstract: The need to reduce waste generation and resource extraction arising from the traditional linear economy system is gaining the attention of scholars, organisations and governments. A potential alternative is the circular economy concept, which can minimise waste, keep materials in circulation through reuse and recycling principles and consider the environmental, social and economic benefits of products. The circular economy evolved from some conflicting concepts and theories to a linear economy. The purpose of this study is therefore to identify those concepts and theories and to explore their potential contributions to the construction industry. To achieve the objective of the study, a semi-systematic review of extant literature was conducted. The results indicated that 14 concepts including cradle to cradle, regenerative design, biomimicry, performance economy, industrial ecology and reverse logistics are the pillars of the circular economy. The findings revealed that all the concepts share similar characteristics with the circular economy and are relevant to the construction industry, especially for environmental protection. Seven (50%) of the pillars are applicable for reuse and recycling, six (42.8%) for resource efficiency, three (21.4%) for design and two (14.3%) for service models. However, it is hoped that the results of this study will contribute to the body of knowledge on the circular economy concept and waste management. The development of a framework for the identification of suitable concepts for the construction industry is recommended for future studies. Graphical abstract: [Figure not available: see fulltext.]
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Al-Hamadani S, Egbelakin T, Sher W, Von Meding J, 'Drivers of applying ecological modernization to construction waste minimization in New South Wales construction industry', Construction Economics and Building, 21 80-104 (2021) [C1] The application of ecological modernization (EM) (to delink industry growth from environmental damage) to minimize construction waste has not been explored within construction ind... [more] The application of ecological modernization (EM) (to delink industry growth from environmental damage) to minimize construction waste has not been explored within construction industry in general, and the New South Wales (NSW) construction industry in particular. This study seeks to identify the drivers of applying EM to construction waste minimisation (CWM) in the industry. Also, to determine the CWM measures that are critical for each of the drivers. A survey was adopted in this study to target stakeholders engaged in the delivery of construction projects in NSW from design to completion. The survey was selected to reach a large number of respondents within a manageable period. A pilot study was conducted to ensure the reliability of the research design before a full-scale data collection was launched. The data from 240 valid responses was analysed using factor analysis, relative importance index and descriptive statistics. The results revealed five important drivers for EM¿s application to CWM. These are agents of change, government policies, supply chain dynamics, skill building and technological innovations. The CWM measure that are critical for each of these drivers were also identified. The study provides insights into the application of EM to address the construction industry problem of waste generation as by-product of its growth. It also shows the ability to protect the environment while enabling continuous economic growth. Furthermore, it demonstrates the applicability of EM to minimize the construction waste of NSW construction industry.
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Davis P, Aziz F, Newaz MT, Sher W, Simon L, 'The classification of construction waste material using a deep convolutional neural network', AUTOMATION IN CONSTRUCTION, 122 (2021) [C1]
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Balasbaneh AT, Sher W, 'Comparative sustainability evaluation of two engineered wood-based construction materials: Life cycle analysis of CLT versus GLT', Building and Environment, 204 (2021) [C1] The environmental emissions and energy from construction activity and building materials contributes significantly to a building's sustainability. Previous research dealing w... [more] The environmental emissions and energy from construction activity and building materials contributes significantly to a building's sustainability. Previous research dealing with wood or engineering wood's energy requirements compared to reinforced concrete and steel structures has shown that embodied energy and embodied carbon is significantly lower in wood-based construction. This study has assessed the environmental impact and costs of glued laminated timber (GLT) or cross-laminated timber (CLT). Hardwood and softwood variants of both GLT and CLT were considered. We compared the life cycle costs (LCC) of these alternatives to discover the lowest cost. The comparative results indicated that GLT has higher emissions in Global warming potential (GWP), Terrestrial Ecotoxicity (TE), Land Use (LUP), and Ozone layer depletion (OLD), while CLT has higher impact in Human-Toxicity Potential (HTP), Fossil Depletion Potential (FDP). The results indicated that using CLT significantly reduces embodied energy by 40%. However, a comparison of costs showed that CLT is 7% more expensive than GLT. Establishing which material performs best based on environmental and economic criteria thus required further analysis. Thus, the multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) method was applied. This showed that CLT manufactured with softwood is the most sustainable choice among the alternatives considered. This study's findings are important for aggregate level decision making of different wood materials for residential buildings.
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Luo J, Zhang H, Sher W, 'A mixed method for measuring incompatibilities between manufacturing approaches and off-site construction', ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT, 28 2516-2548 (2021) [C1]
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2020 |
Shih YT, Sher W, 'Designers reflections on two methods of using design media for learning design processes', Computer-Aided Design and Applications, 17 1215-1228 (2020) [C1]
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2020 |
Ghanbaripour AN, Sher W, Yousefi A, 'Critical success factors for subway construction projects main contractors perspectives', International Journal of Construction Management, 20 177-195 (2020) [C1]
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2019 |
Ogunmakinde O, Sher W, Maund K, 'An Assessment of Material Waste Disposal Methods in the Nigerian Construction Industry', Recycling, 4 (2019) [C1]
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2018 |
Forghani R, Sher W, Kanjanabootra S, Totoev Y, 'The Attitudes of Demolition Contractors to Reusing Building Components: A Study in New South Wales, Australia', EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, 7 364-370 (2018) [C1]
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2017 |
Luo J, Zhang H, Sher W, 'Insights into Architects Future Roles in Off-Site Construction', Construction Economics and Building, 17 107-120 (2017) [C1]
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Shih YT, Sher WD, Taylor M, 'Using suitable design media appropriately: Understanding how designers interact with sketching and CAD modelling in design processes', DESIGN STUDIES, 53 47-77 (2017) [C1]
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Zin WHWM, Williams A, Sher W, 'Introducing PBL in Engineering Education: Challenges Lecturers and Students Confront', INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION, 33 974-983 (2017) [C1]
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Lee JH, Ostwald MJ, Sher WD, Lee H, 'Developing strategic planning schemes for urban regeneration through mixed-use development in Seoul', International Planning Studies, 22 205-225 (2017) [C1]
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Wu M, Tang WC, Chen GW, Chen S, Qing ZD, Zhou Y, et al., 'Modelling Construction Dust Safety Distance', Advanced Materials Research, 1065-1069 1704-1709 (2015) [C1]
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Wu M, Tang WC, Zhou Y, Chen S, Chen GW, Qing ZD, et al., 'Modeling the Impact of Three Gorges Dam on the Cooling Energy
Consumption of the Reservoir Cities', Advanced Materials Research, 1065-1069 3254-3259 (2015) [C1]
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Wu M, Dong J, Zhao A, Tang WC, Sher W, Chen GW, et al., 'A Cooling Vest for Construction Workers', Advanced Materials Research, 1061-1062 728-732 (2015) [C1]
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2015 | Lee JH, Sher WD, Lee HS, Mak MY, Ostwald MJ, 'Strategic planning indicators: Towards mixed-use developments supporting urban regeneration in Seoul', Global Built Environment Review, 9 48-68 (2015) [C1] | Nova | |||||||||
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Sher WD, Williams AP, Northcote M, 'The lived experience of online education: insights from construction management', Australasian Journal of Construction Economics and Building, 15 49-62 (2015) [C1]
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Sher WD, Olatunji O, 'Estimating in geometric 3D CAD', Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 20 24-49 (2015) [C1]
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Shih YT, Sher WD, Taylor M, 'Understanding creative design processes by integrating sketching and cad modelling design environments: A preliminary protocol result from architectural designers', Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research, 9 76-92 (2015) [C1] This paper presents the results of a preliminary protocol study of the cognitive behaviour of architectural designers during the design process. The aim is to better understand th... [more] This paper presents the results of a preliminary protocol study of the cognitive behaviour of architectural designers during the design process. The aim is to better understand the similarities and differences in cognitive behaviour using Sequential Mixed Media (SMM) and Alternative Mixed Media (AMM) approaches, and how switching between media may impact on design processes. Two participants with at least one-year's professional design experience and a Bachelor of Design degree, and competence in both sketching and computer-aid design (CAD) modelling participated in the study. Video recordings of participants working on different projects were coded using the function-behaviour-structure (FBS) coding scheme. Participants were also interviewed and their explanations about their switching behaviours were categorised into three types: S¿C, S/CR and C¿S. Preliminary results indicate that switching between media may influence how designers identify problems and develop solutions. In particular, two design issues were identified. These relate to the FBS coding scheme, where structure (S) and behaviour derived from structure (Bs), change to documentation (D) after switching from sketching to CAD modelling (S¿C). These switches make it possible for designers to integrate both approaches into one design medium and facilitate their design processes in AMM design environments.
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Sher WD, Chan CTW, 'Exploring AEC education through collaborative learning', Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 21 532-550 (2014) [C1]
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Tuapawa K, Sher W, Gu N, 'Pentexonomy: A Multi-Dimensional Taxonomy of Educational Online Technologies.', International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies, 9 41-59 (2014) [C1]
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Sher WD, Olatunji O, 'Perspectives on Modelling BIM-enabled Estimating Practices', Australasian Journal of Construction Economics and Building, 14 32-53 (2014) [C1]
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Succar B, Sher W, Williams A, 'An integrated approach to BIM competency assessment, acquisition and application', Automation in Construction, 174-189 (2013) [C1]
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2013 | Sher WD, Walker K, 'Developing undergraduate construction management students' abilities to manage projects through a computer-based simulation', Business Education Innovation, 5 68-74 (2013) [C1] | Nova | |||||||||
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Succar B, Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Measuring BIM performance: Five metrics', Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 8 120-142 (2012) [C1]
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Goodwin GC, Medioli AM, Sher WD, Vlacic L, Welsh JS, 'Emulation-based virtual laboratories: A low-cost alternative to physical experiments in control engineering education', IEEE Transactions on Education, 54 48-55 (2011) [C1]
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Olatunji OA, Sher WD, Gu N, 'Building information modeling and quantity surveying practice', Emirates Journal for Engineering Research, 15 67-70 (2010) [C1]
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Sher WD, Sherratt SM, Williams AP, Gameson R, 'Heading into new virtual environments: What skills do design team members need?', ITcon Journal of Information Technology in Construction, 14 17-29 (2009) [C1]
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2008 | Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Tendering in virtual teams - Challenges and opportunities for distance learners', CEBE Transactions, 5 5-24 (2008) [C1] | Nova | |||||||||
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Ward P, Sher WD, Gameson R, Aranda-Mena G, 'Innovative protocols and technologies as a means of complying with the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payments Act 1999 (NSW) Australia', Construction Management and Economics, 25 747-763 (2007) [C1]
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Luu DT, Sher WD, 'Construction tender subcontract selection using case-based reasoning', Australian Journal of Construction Economics & Building, 6 32-43 (2006) [C1]
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Goh CH, Sher WD, Pheng LS, 'Factors affecting effective communication between building clients and maintenance contractors', Corporate Communications, 10 240-251 (2005) [C1]
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Aranda-Mena G, Sher WD, Gameson RN, Ward P, 'Evolving Trends in nD Modelling: The 'Construction Planning Workbench'', Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 1 111-126 (2005) [C1]
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Blismas NG, Sher WD, Thorpe A, Baldwin A, 'A Typology for Clients' Multi-Project Environments', Construction Management and Economics, 357-371 (2004) [C1]
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Motawa IA, Price ADF, Sher WD, 'Modelling the Implementation of Technological Innovations in Construction', International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology, 20 78-89 (2004) [C1]
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Blismas NG, Sher WD, Thorpe A, Baldwin A, 'Factors Influencing Project Delivery within Construction Clients' Multi-project Environments', Journal of Engineering Construction and Architectural Management, 11 113-125 (2004) [C1]
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2004 | Sher WD, 'Peer Assessment in the Design and Construction of a Reinforced Concrete Lintel', CEBE Transactions, 1 37-55 (2004) [C1] | Nova | |||||||||
2003 | Motawa IA, Price A, Sher WD, 'A Fuzzy Approach for Evaluating the Iterated Implementation of Innovations in Construction', International Journal of IT in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (IT-AEC), 1 105-118 (2003) [C1] | Nova | |||||||||
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Ballal TMA, Sher WD, 'Artificial neural network for the selection of buildable structural systems', Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 10 263-271 (2003) [C1]
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Bouchlaghem N, Wilson A, Beacham N, Sher W, 'Computer imagery and visualization in built environment education: The CAL-Visual approach', Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 39 225-236 (2002) UK higher education institutions have invested significantly in the implementation of communication and information technology (CIT) in teaching, learning and assessment - with mi... [more] UK higher education institutions have invested significantly in the implementation of communication and information technology (CIT) in teaching, learning and assessment - with mixed results. This work investigated the use of multimedia technologies in the form of digital imagery and visualization material to improve student knowledge and understanding. In this context, this paper reports on a major UK initiative (CAL-Visual) funded by the Higher Education Funding Council as part of the Teaching and Learning Technology Programme looking at improving the use of images for teaching and learning in built environment education. It first describes ways in which computer-aided learning (CAL) is being used in civil and building engineering curricula, it then presents the main aims and objectives of the project and describes the design and implementation of the CAL-Visual system. It concludes by reporting on the results of an evaluation conducted using case studies relating to different applications.
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Bouchlaghem N, Sher W, Beacham N, 'Computer imagery and visualization in civil engineering education', Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 14 134-140 (2000) Higher education institutions in the United Kingdom have invested significantly in the implementation of communication and information technology in teaching, learning, and assess... [more] Higher education institutions in the United Kingdom have invested significantly in the implementation of communication and information technology in teaching, learning, and assessment of civil and building engineering - with mixed results. This paper focuses on the use of digital imagery and visualization materials to improve student understanding. It describes ways in which these materials are being used in the civil and building engineering curriculum, and, in particular, how distributed performance support systems (DPSS) can be applied to make more effective use of digital imagery and visualization material. This paper centers on the extent to which DPSS can be used in a civil and building vocational and continuing professional development context by tutors in the form of an electronic course delivery tool and by students in the form of an open-access student information system. This paper then describes how a DPSS approach to education is being adopted at Loughborough University as part of the CAL-Visual project. After highlighting the main aims and objectives of the project and describing the system, this paper discusses some of the issues encountered during the design and implementation of a DPSS and presents some preliminary results from initial trials.
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Maddocks AP, Sher WD, Wilson A, 'A web-based personal and professional development tool to promote life-long learning within the construction industry', Educational Technology and Society, 3 77-83 (2000) The Department of Civil and Building Engineering at Loughborough University, in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Building, are currently collaborating on a two-year pro... [more] The Department of Civil and Building Engineering at Loughborough University, in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Building, are currently collaborating on a two-year project, 'Recording Achievement in Construction' designed to encourage personal and professional development. The project, funded by the Department for Education and Employment, aims to promote a culture that will enable and support construction students and graduates to monitor, build and reflect upon their own personal development within the construction discipline. This paper outlines the rationale for the project and explains the reasoning behind the design and development of the RAPID (Recording Achievement for Professional and Individual Development) Progress File (Loughborough University, 1999). Furthermore, this paper outlines how this tool is currently being implemented within the Higher Education community, the lessons learned to date, and offers recommendations as to how it can be most effectively integrated with existing educational structures and practices. We conclude that the RAPID Progress File is the kind of personal and professional development tool that can assist and encourage individual learners develop a life-long perspective on the learning process.
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Gibb AGF, Sher WD, 'Technical and managerial challenges of facade retention', PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERS-STRUCTURES AND BUILDINGS, 134 219-229 (1999)
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Ginigaddara Appuhamilage B, Jefferies M, Sher W, 'Realising United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through Offsite Construction', AUBEA 2022. The 45th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference, Western Sydney University, Kingswood, Australia (2022) [E1]
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Mortinmer A, Egbelakin T, Sher W, 'Policy interventions for disaster-related internal displacement in Australia', IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, Melbourne, Australia (2022) [E1]
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Ogunmakinde O, Egbelakin T, Sher W, 'Circular Economy in Africa s Built Environment: A Conceptual Bibliometric Analysis', IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, Melbourne, Australia. (2022) [E1]
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Adedokun O, Egbelakin T, Sher W, Gajendran T, 'Beyond Early Self-Evacuation from Bushfires: Factors influencing Non-Evacuation from at-risk Communities', IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, Melbourne, Australia (2022) [E1]
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Turnbull C, Sher W, Tang L, 'How Can Blockchain Benefit Payment Systems in Smart Construction Contracts: A Brief Review', IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, Melbourne, VIC (2022) [E1]
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Newaz M, Simon L, Davis P, Sher W, 'Construction & Demolition waste management practices in Australia and the UK: A comparison of organizational factors', Proceedings of the 44th AUBEA Conference: Construction Education - Live the Future, Geelong, Australia (2021) [E1]
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Shih YT, Sher WD, 'Planning to enhance student learning outcomes on innovation design projects', Research into Design for a Connected World. Proceedings of ICoRD 2019. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies, Bangalore, India (2019) [E1]
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Rahimzadeh A, Tang W, Sher W, 'Spoil Handling in Australia', Proceedings Sardinia 2019 17th International Waste Management and Landfill Symposium, Cagliari, Italy (2019) [E1]
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Davis P, Simon L, Sher W, Tang P, Newaz MT, 'Key solutions for construction and demolition (C&D) waste management in NSW, Australia', 43rd AUBEA: Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference Proceedings, Noosa, QLD (2019) [E1]
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2019 | Smolders J, Sher W, 'Is a death the key for policy change in NSW construction?', Proceedings of the 43rd Australasian Universities Building Education Association (AUBEA) Conference, Noosa, Qld. (2019) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2018 | Sher WD, Smolders J, 'Barriers to entering academic life for construction practitioners', 42nd AUBEA Conference 2018: Volume 1 :Innovation: Educating Building Professionals for the Future in the Globalised World, Singapore (2018) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2017 |
Forghani R, Sher W, Kanjanabootra S, Totoev Y, 'Consequence of waste levy revocation: Case study Queensland, Australia', Proceedings from the Pacific Rim Real Estate Society PRRES Conference - 2017, Sydney, NSW, Australia (2017) [E1]
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Ogunmakinde O, Ogunmakinde OO, Sher W, Ayanniyi O, 'Factors Affecting Construction Students' Satisfaction with Grades in Design Courses', Factors Affecting Construction Students' Satisfaction with Grades in Design Courses, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia (2017)
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Ogunmakinde O, Sher WD, Maund K, 'Exploring the Relationship between Construction Phases and Sustainable Construction Principles', Conference Proceedings for World Sustainable Built Environment Conference 2017, Wan Chai, Hong Kong (2017) [E1]
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2016 | Smolders J, Duc E, Sher W, 'Choosing an appropriate project delivery method for cost minimization and on-schedule delivery', AUBEA 2016. The 40th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference, Cairns, QLD (2016) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2016 | Sher WD, Williams AP, Northcote M, 'Supporting construction management education: examining the impact of leadership, management and staff development', The 40th Australasian Universities Building Education Association (AUBEA) 2016 Conference, Cairns, QLD (2016) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2016 | Succar B, Saleeb N, Sher W, 'Model uses: foundations for a modular requirements clarification language', AUBEA 2016. The 40th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference, Cairns, QLD (2016) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2016 | Luo JN, Zhang H, Sher WD, 'Construction education in an architecture school in China based on real-life project: from virtuality to reality', AUBEA 2016. The 40th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference, Cairns, QLD (2016) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2016 |
Ogunmakinde OE, Sher WD, Maund K, 'Obstacles to Sustainable Construction in Developing Countries', AUBEA 2016. The 40th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference, Cairns, QLD (2016) [E1]
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Ogunmakinde OE, Sher WD, Maund K, 'Construction Professionals' Perceptions of Sustainability in Developing Countries', AUBEA 2016. The 40th Australasian Universities Building Education Association Conference, Cairns, Australia (2016) [E1]
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2015 | Sher WD, Wan Hamiza Wan Muhd Zin, Williams A, 'Crafting challenging PBL problems in engineering curricula', RICS COBRA AUBEA 2015, Sydney (2015) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
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Kanjanabootra S, Smolders J, Sher W, Maund K, 'A stakeholder theory perspective of contested roles and responsibilities in the construction industry', RICS COBRA AUBEA 2015, Sydney (2015) [E1]
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2015 | Sher WD, Wiilliams AP, Binti Wan Muhd Zin WH, 'Challenges of introducing PBL in engineering: lecturers and students perspectives', Global Research Community: Collaboration and Developments, San Sebastian, Spain (2015) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2015 | Binti Wan Muhd Zin W, Williams AP, Sher W, 'Making the change to PBL: what it takes', 26th Annual Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education (AAEE2015) Order of Proceedings, Deakin University, Victoria, Australia (2015) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2015 | Binti Wan Muhd Zin W, Williams A, Sher W, 'Research Methodology employed in PBL Facilitation Studies', 26th-annual-conference-of-the-australasian-association-for-engineering-education-aaee2015-order-of-proceedings, Geelong, Vic. (2015) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2013 | Smolders J, Sher WD, 'A study of the causation of distressed projects', Proceedings 38th AUBEA International Conference, The University of Auckland (2013) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
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Maund K, Sher WD, Smolders J, Naughton R, 'Understanding the building certification system: A need for accreditation reform', Proceedings 38th AUBEA International Conference, The University of Auckland (2013) [E1]
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2013 | Succar B, Sher WD, 'A competency knowledge-base for BIM learning', Proceedings 38th AUBEA International Conference, Auckland, New Zealand (2013) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2013 | Lee J, Sher W, Mak M, 'Strategic Planning Indicators For Urban Regeneration: A Case Study On Mixed-Use Development In Seoul', Proceedings from the PRRES Conference, Melbourne, Australia (2013) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2013 | Lee J, Sher W, Mak M, Ostwald M, 'Strategic Planning Schemes Of Mixed-Use Developments To Support Urban Regeneration In South Korea', Proceedings from the PRRES Conference 2013, Melbourne, Australia (2013) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
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Shih SY, Sher W, Giggins HP, 'Assessment of the Building Code of Australia to Inform the Development of BIM-enabled Code checking Systems', Proceedings of the 19th CIB World Building Congress, Brisbane 2013: Construction and Society, Brisbane, QLD (2013) [E1]
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2013 | Sher WD, Shih Y-T, Taylor M, 'Using FBS Ontology to Analyse and Compare Designers' Reasoning Processes in SMM and AMM Design Environments a Pilot Study with Architectural Designers', The 47th International Conference of the Architectural Science Association (ANZAScA) CUTTING EDGE, Hong Kong (2013) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2013 | Binti Wan Muhd Zin WH, Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Students' perceptions of their initial PBL experiences in engineering education in Malaysia', 24th Annual Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Gold Coast, QLD (2013) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2012 | Shih S-Y, Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Using a BIM maturity matrix to inform the development of AEC integrated curricula', Proceedings. 37th AUBEA International Conference, Sydney, Australia (2012) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2012 |
Dosen AS, Sher WD, Gajendran T, Gu N, 'Teaching CAD: The challenges of online delivery to distance learning students', Proceedings. 37th AUBEA International Conference, Sydney, Australia (2012) [E1]
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2012 | Chan CTW, Sher WD, 'Designing collaborative learning environments for architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) students', Conference Proceedings. The Sixth International Conference on Collaboration Technologies, Hokkaido, Japan (2012) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2012 | Shih S-Y, Sher WD, Gibb A, Smolders JW, 'BIM and OHS - Designer and Design Coordinator Adoption in the UK and Australia', Proceedings of CIB W099 International Conference on, Singapore (2012) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2011 | Simmons CA, Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Paving a professional pathway: Work integrated learning in construction management and nursing and its implication for engineering students', Proceedings of the 22nd Annual Conference for the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Fremantle, WA (2011) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
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Gajendran T, Sher WD, Dosen AS, Williams AP, Jones WM, Yardy AP, 'Orienting distance learning students commencing the Bachelor of Construction Management program: Designing an online module', Proceedings of the 36th Australasian University Building Educators Association (AUBEA) Conference, Gold Coast, QLD (2011) [E1]
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2011 | Dosen AS, Sher WD, Hingston J, Williams AP, 'Secondary school students in construction higher education', Proceedings of the 36th Australasian University Building Educators Association (AUBEA) Conference, Gold Coast, QLD (2011) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Simmons CA, 'The potential for e-learning technologies to facilitate work based learning for construction management students - Researching the nexus between theory and practice', Proceedings of the 35th Annual Meeting of Australasian Universities Building Education Association (AUBEA), Melbourne, Australia (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Gu N, Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Supporting design education in 3D virtual worlds: A case study', Proceedings of the 35th Annual Meeting of Australasian Universities Building Education Association (AUBEA), Melbourne, Australia (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Mak MY, Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Students' evaluation of an online postgraduate property program', 16th Annual Conference of the Pacific Rim Real Estate Society. Delegate Papers, Wellington, NZ (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Olatunji OA, Sher WD, 'Experimentation of collaborative learning for construction estimating', CIB W78 2010: 27th International Conference - Applications of IT in the AEC Industry. Program & Proceedings, Cairo, Egypt (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Williams AP, Levett-Jones TL, Sher WD, Simmons CA, Gu N, Bowen LJ, 'Can ePortfolios assist university students' work integrated learning? Exploring professional competencies in nursing and construction management', ePortfolios Australia Conference 2010: Book of Abstracts and Papers, Melbourne, VIC (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Simmons CA, Williams AP, Levett-Jones TL, Sher WD, Bowen LJ, Gu N, 'Can e-Portfolios assist students' learning in the work place? Exploring students' demonstration of their professional work experience through e-Portfolios in the Construction Management and Nursing disciplines', Learning Forum London 2010. Internet of Subjects Forum Proceedings, London (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Simmons CA, Gu N, 'Enhancing practical pedagogy for construction students with e-learning technologies', On the Edge. Conference Papers of the 44th Annual Conference of ANZAScA, Auckland, NZ (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Hingston J, Sher WD, Williams AP, Dosen AS, 'A pathway from school to university - Reaching down to build up', Proceedings of the 21st Annual Conference for the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Sydney, Australia (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Sher WD, Sherratt SM, 'Evaluating the WIL experiences of engineering and the built environment students', Proceedings of the 21st Annual Conference for the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Sydney, Australia (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Sher WD, Sherratt SM, 'Evaluating the WIL experiences of engineering and the built environment students (Part 2)', Proceedings of the 21st Annual Conference for the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Sydney, Australia (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Simmons CA, Williams AP, Levett-Jones TL, Sher WD, Bowen LJ, Gu N, 'Worlds apart? Developing a professional competency assessment framework that links university education with 'real world' practices in the Construction Management and Nursing disciplines', Learning Forum London 2010. Internet of Subjects Forum, London (2010) [E3] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Simmons CA, 'Construction education in Australia: Challenges and opportunities', All Ireland Symposium on Built Environment Education. Abstracts and Papers, University of Ulster, Ireland (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Olatunji OA, Sher WD, Gu N, 'Collaboration in building information modelling: An application of gaming theory', Proceedings of the 6th international Conference on Innovation in Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC), Pennsylvania State University, US (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Sher WD, Williams AP, Simmons CA, Dosen AS, 'Opportunities and challenges for construction education in Australia', CIB 2010 World Congress: Proceedings, Salford, UK (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Olatunji OA, Sher WD, 'Legal implications of BIM: Model ownership and other matters arising', CIB 2010 World Congress: Proceedings, Salford, UK (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Olatunji OA, Sher WD, Ogunsemi DR, 'The impact of building information modelling system on construction cost estimating', CIB 2010 World Congress: Proceedings, Salford, UK (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Olatunji OA, Sher WD, Gu N, Ogunsemi DR, 'Building information modelling processes: Benefits for construction industry', CIB 2010 World Congress: Proceedings, Salford, UK (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Williams AP, Gu N, Simmons CA, Sher WD, 'Understanding e-learning technologies for supporting work integrated learning in construction education', Asian Culture: Preserve the Past Create the Future. DesignEd Asia Conference 2010. Conference Proceedings, Hong Kong (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2009 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Simmons CA, 'Balancing changes to construction education in the 21st century: Exploring the challenges construction educators face in Australia', 34th Australasian Universities Building Educators Conference (AUBEA 2009), Barossa Valley, SA (2009) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2009 |
Gameson R, Sher WD, 'An investigation into perceptions of client-professional interactions at project inception: An Australian clients' perspective: Pilot study results', ARCOM Twenty Fifth Annual Conference 2009 Proceedings, Nottingham, UK (2009) [E1]
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2009 | Olatunji OA, Sher WD, 'Process problems in facilities management: An analysis of feasibility and management indices', Proceedings of the BuHu 9th International Postgraduate Research Conference 2009, Manchester, UK (2009) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2009 | Olatunji OA, Sher WD, 'Building information modelling (BIM) system in construction in 2020: Opportunities and implications', Proceedings of the BuHu 9th International Postgraduate Research Conference 2009, Manchester, UK (2009) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2009 | Hodgson G, Mak MY, Sher WD, 'E-learning materials for quantity surveying measurement', Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century (CITC-V), Istanbul, Turkey (2009) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2008 |
Brewer GJ, Williams AP, Sher WD, Gajendran T, 'Contracting to learn: An evaluation of the effectiveness of learning contracts in sustainability education', AUBEA 2008. Conference Papers, Auckland, New Zealand (2008) [E1]
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2008 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Simmons CA, Dosen AS, 'Teaching and learning in the 'lean time': Researching the issues and opportunities confronting tertiary building education in Australia', AUBEA 2008. Conference Papers, Auckland, New Zealand (2008) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2008 | Yum K-K, Froese T, Aranda-Mena G, Sher WD, Goodman N, 'A feasibility study for model based estimating for concrete bridges', Clients Driving Innovation: Benefiting from Innovation. Third International Conference of the CRC for Construction Innovation. Conference Proceedings, Gold Coast, QLD (2008) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2008 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Simmons CA, 'Challenges and opportunities for construction education in Australia', Proceedings of the 19th Annual Conference for the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Yeppoon, QLD (2008) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
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Sher WD, Gajendran T, 'Evaluation of modes of electronic delivery of construction management courses', Proceedings of the 19th Annual Conference for the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Yeppoon, QLD (2008) [E1]
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Williams AP, Sher WD, Brewer GJ, 'From distance to online to blended: A programme's journey', EE2008: The International Conference on Innovation, Good Practice and Research in Engineering Education Conference Proceedings, Loughborough University, England (2008) [E1]
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Sher WD, Brewer GJ, Gajendran T, Williams AP, 'Mixed-mode delivery of construction management degree programs', Conference Proceedings: BEAR 2008: Building Resilience, Heritance Kandalama, Sri Lanka (2008) [E1]
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2008 | Hodgson G, Sher WD, Mak MY, 'An e-learning approach to quantity surveying measurement', Conference Proceedings: BEAR 2008: Building Resilience, Heritance Kandalama, Sri Lanka (2008) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
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Williams AP, Sher WD, 'An intervention strategy to support first year engineering and built environment students through remote mentoring strategies', Proceedings of the IADIS International Conference e-Learning 2008, Amsterdam (2008) [E1]
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2007 |
Sher WD, Williams AP, Brewer GJ, 'Mixed-mode delivery of a Quantity Surveying degree program', Quantity Surveying International Convention 2007 (QSIC 2007). Proceedings, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2007) [E2]
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2007 | Goh C-H, Sher WD, 'Effective communication through face to face site meetings between building clients and maintenance contractors', Quantity Surveying International Convention 2007 (QSIC 2007). Proceedings, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2007) [E2] | |||||||
2007 | Williams AP, Gameson R, Sher WD, 'The Generic Skills Required When Utilising Virtual Collaboration', Research Achievement in the Construction Industry, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2007) [E1] | |||||||
2007 | Sher WD, Gameson R, 'Some perceptions of client - Professional interactions at project inception in Australia', Symposium: Building Across Borders Built Environment Procurement CIB WO92 Procurement Systems. Proceedings, Hunter Valley, NSW (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 | Sher WD, Williams AP, Sherratt SM, Gameson RN, 'Designing in the virtual world', CIB World Building Congress 2007 - Construction for Development. Proceedings, Cape Town, South Africa (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 | Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Virtual teamwork in distance learning provision of construction courses', Transitions 2007 Conference Papers, Adelaide, S.A. (2007) [E1] | |||||||
2007 |
Brewer GJ, Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Utilising learning contracts to stimulate student ownership of learning', Proceedings of the 18th Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Melbourne (2007) [E1]
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2007 | Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Using Blackboard to monitor and support first year engineering students', Proceedings of the 18th Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Melbourne (2007) [E1] | |||||||
2007 |
Brewer GJ, Gajendran T, Sher WD, 'Use of a Delphi survey to surface emerging ICT trends in construction project teams: Methodology description and preliminary findings', Proceedings. 2007 Conference of the Australasian Universities Building Education Association, Melbourne (2007) [E1]
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2007 | Hodgson G, Sher WD, Mak MY, 'E-learning quantity surveying measurement for net-generation students', Proceedings. 2007 Conference of the Australasian Universities Building Education Association, Melbourne, VIC (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 | Succar B, Sher WD, Aranda-Mena G, 'A proposed framework to investigate building information modelling through knowledge elicitation and visual models', Proceedings. 2007 Conference of the Australasian Universities Building Education Association, Melbourne, VIC (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 | Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Aligning research, education and industry practice', Proceedings of the IADIS International Conference on Cognition and Exploratory Learning in Digital Age (CELDA 2007), Algarve, Portugal (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 | Williams AP, Gu N, Sher WD, Gul LF, 'Confluence of the real and virtual', IASDR'07: International Association of Societies of Design Research 2007. Proceedings, Hong Kong (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 | Williams AP, Sher WD, 'The alignment of research, education and industry application', IASDR'07: International Association of Societies of Design Research 2007. Proceedings, Hong Kong (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2006 | Ward P, Sher WD, Gameson R, Aranda-Mena G, 'Application of Innovative Protocols and Technologies as a Means of Complying with the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payments Act 1999', AUBEA 2006 Proceedings, Sydney, Australia (2006) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2006 | Sweeney D, Sher WD, 'Pragmatic Approach to Learning Materials', Proceedings of the 23rd Annual Conference of the Australiasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education: Who's Learning? Whose Technology?, Sydney, Australia (2006) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2006 | Sweeney D, Sher W, 'Pragmatic approach to learning materials', WHO'S LEARNING? WHOSE TECHNOLOGY?, PROCEEDINGS, VOLS 1 AND 2, Univ Sydney, Ctr Res Comp Supported Learning & Cognit, Sydney, AUSTRALIA (2006) | |||||||
2006 | Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Working in Virtual Groups: Mimicking The Real World When Assessing Student Performance', Proceedings of the 17th Annual Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Auckland, New Zealand (2006) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2006 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Bellamy TR, Gameson R, 'What it Takes to Design in the Virtual World', Proceedings of the Conference: Wonderground Design Research Society International Conference 2006, Lisbon, Portugal (2006) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2005 | Sher WD, Williams AP, Sharkey R, Maddocks A, 'RAPID - Recording Academic, Professional and Individual Development electronically', Proceedings of the 4th W99 Triennial Conference: Rethinking and Revitalizing Construction Safety, Health, Environment and Quality, Port Elizabeth, South Africa (2005) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2005 | Gameson R, Sher WD, 'An Investigation into the Perceptions of Client - Professional Interaction at Project Inception, in Australia, compared with United Kingdom Experiences: a Pilot Study', Proceedings of the 4th W99 Triennial Conference: Rethinking and Revitalizing Construction Safety, Health, Environment and Quality, Port Elizabeth, South Africa (2005) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2005 |
Bellamy TR, Williams AP, Sher WD, Sherratt SM, Gameson R, 'Design Communication: Issues Confronting Both Co-located and Virtual Teams', 21st Annual ARCOM Conference, London (2005) [E1]
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2005 | Williams AP, Bellamy TR, Gameson R, Sherratt SM, Sher WD, 'Virtual environments: Lessons from industry transferred to distance-learning education', The Queensland University of Technology Research Week International Conference, Brisbane, Qld (2005) [E1] | |||||||
2005 |
Bellamy TR, Williams AP, Sher WD, Sherratt SM, Gameson R, 'Preliminary examination of ICT collaborative design and management in the construction industry', The Queensland University of Technology Research Week International Conference, Brisbane, Qld (2005) [E1]
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2005 | Williams AP, Sher WD, Bellamy TR, Sherratt SM, Gameson R, 'Contributing to the Virtual Design Team: Considerations and Requirements', 2005 International Design Congress (IDC) - IASDR 2005, Taiwan (2005) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2005 | Sherratt SM, Bellamy TR, Gameson RN, Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Information Exchange in High Bandwidth Design Team Activities', ISFC 2005, Sydney. Australia (2005) [E3] | |||||||
2004 | Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Experiences in Adapting and Implementing NURAPID - a Student-Centred Skills Development Tool', Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Toowoomba, Queensland (2004) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2004 | Aranda-Mena G, Sher WD, Ward P, Gameson RN, 'Towards nD Modelling: Current Needs & Expectations of Virtual Reality in Architecture, Engineering and Construction', Virtual Reality in Architecture and Construction, Barcelona (2004) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2004 | Sher WD, Williams AP, Sharkey R, 'The Rapid Progress File' A Personal Development Tool for Multiple Disciplines and Continents', Incite 2004 - World IT Conference for Design and Construction, Langkawi, Malaysia (2004) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2004 | Aranda-Mena G, Sher WD, Ward P, Gameson RN, 'Towards nD Modelling: Current Needs and Expectations of Virtual Reality in Architecture, Engineering and Construction', Arquitectura 3000 Conference, Barcelona, Spain (2004) [E1] | |||||||
2004 |
Williams AP, Gajendran T, Sher WD, 'Working in Groups: A Multiple Perspective Approach to Assessment of Performance', International Conference on Innovation, Good Practice and Research in Engineering Education, Wolverhampton, UK (2004) [E1]
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2004 | Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Formative Feedback Initiating Reflective Practice', ICEE 2004, Florida, USA (2004) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2004 | Gameson RN, Sher WD, Williams AP, Bellamy TR, 'Necessary Skills & Practices Required for Effective Participation in High Bandwidth Design Team Activities', CRC For Construction Innovation, Surfers Paradise, Australia (2004) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2004 | Aranda-Mena G, Sher WD, Gameson RN, Ward P, 'Mapping Planners' Information-Visualisation Requirements for 4D CAD Developments', CRC For Construction Innovation, Surfers Paradise, Australia (2004) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2003 | Maddocks A, Sher WD, 'Transferring the 'Rapid Progress File' - A Personal Development Planning Tool - Between Disciplines and Continents', CIB W89 BEAR 2003, Salford, U.K. (2003) [E1] | |||||||
2003 | Gameson RN, Sher WD, Baldwin A, 'Project Management of Virtual Teams - A Comparative View from Academia and Industry', CIB W89 BEAR 2003, Salford, U.K. (2003) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2003 | Sharkey R, Conway JF, Sher WD, Williams AP, 'NURAPID: Recording and assessing competencies', Proceedings of the NI 2003- the 8th International Congress in Nursing Informatics, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (2003) [E1] | |||||||
2003 | Sher WD, Gameson RN, 'The Impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on Project Team Dynamics and Work Design', Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century, Hong Kong (2003) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2003 | Sharkey R, Williams AP, Sher WD, 'University Core Skills: An Engineering Faculty Led Initiative', IEE, Southampton, UK (2003) [E1] | |||||||
2002 | Gameson RN, Chen SE, Sher WD, 'Developing distance learning into online learning at undergraduate degree program level', IEE 2nd annual symposium on engineering education: professional engineering scenarios, London, UK (2002) [E1] | |||||||
2002 | Sher W, Williams A, Sharkey R, 'The implementation of a University-wide electronic reflective journal to facilitate the development of core skills', Proceedings of the 19th Annual Conference of the Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education (ASCILITE), Auckland, New Zealand (2002) [E1] | |||||||
2002 | Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Winds of Change in The Sea of Learning', Proceedings of the 19th Annual Conference of the Australasian Society of Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education (ASCILITE), New Zealand (2002) [E1] | |||||||
2002 | Gameson RN, Sher WD, 'An investigation into project team dynamics and the utilization of virtual environments', Association of Researchers in Construction Management (ARCOM) Eighteenth Annual Conference, Northumbria University, UK (2002) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2002 | Sher WD, Wright B, 'Teaching estimating and planning to cosntruction students', ICEC Melbourne 2002, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Melbourne (2002) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2002 | Williams AP, Sher WD, 'Adaptation of a Web-Based Personal Recording and Skills Development Tool', 13th Annual Conference for Australasian Association for Engineering Education & 8th Australasian Women in Engineering Forum, Canberra, ACT (2002) [E1] | |||||||
2001 | Motawa IA, Price ADF, Sher WD, 'Modelling the implementation of technological innovations in the construction industry', Perspectives on Innovation in Architecture, Engineering and Construction, Loughborough University, UK (2001) [E2] | |||||||
1999 |
Bouchlaghem N, Beacham N, Sher W, 'Supporting the life-cycle of multimedia and visualization using distributed performance support systems', Proceedings of the International Conference on Information Visualisation (1999) UK Higher Education Institutions have invested significantly in the implementation of multimedia and visualization material in teaching, learning and assessment of civil and build... [more] UK Higher Education Institutions have invested significantly in the implementation of multimedia and visualization material in teaching, learning and assessment of civil and building engineering-with mixed results. This paper focuses on the use and life cycle of digital imagery and visualization material, which is embedded within multimedia teaching AIDS to improve student understanding. It describes ways in which these materials are developed and used in the civil and building engineering curriculum and, in particular, how distributed performance support systems can be applied to make more effective use of digital imagery and visualization material. Following this, the paper then describes how a distributed performance support system approach to education is being adopted at Loughborough University as part of the CAL-Visual project. After highlighting the main aims and objectives of the project, the paper concludes by discussing some of the issues encountered during the design and implementation of a distributed performance support system.
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Other (1 outputs)
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2022 |
Mortimer A, Egbelakin T, Sher W, 'Addressing Disaster Displacement in NSW; 0482 Submission to the NSW Independent Flood Inquiry', Inquiry submissions to the NSW 2022 NSW Flood Inquiry. NSW, Australia: New South Wales Government (2022)
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Thesis / Dissertation (1 outputs)
Year | Citation | Altmetrics | Link |
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2012 | Sher WD, Tertiary construction management education: the lived experience of academic staff in Australia, University of Newcastle (2012) [T3] | Nova |
Grants and Funding
Summary
Number of grants | 19 |
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Total funding | $892,023 |
Click on a grant title below to expand the full details for that specific grant.
20222 grants / $330,500
R1P29- Development of eco-friendly concrete using industrial by-products$320,000
Funding body: SmartCrete CRC
Funding body | SmartCrete CRC |
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Project Team | Professor Patrick Tang, Dr Chethana Illankoon, Associate Professor Malik Khalfan, Doctor Yanju Liu, Associate Professor Tayyab Maqsood, Mr Ali Onaizi, Associate Professor Willy Sher, Professor Peter Wong |
Scheme | Project Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2022 |
Funding Finish | 2025 |
GNo | G2200720 |
Type Of Funding | CRC - Cooperative Research Centre |
Category | 4CRC |
UON | Y |
Calculation of embodied carbon in buildings: determining the accuracy of data in existing embodied carbon inventories$10,500
Funding body: The Footprint Company
Funding body | The Footprint Company |
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Project Team | Doctor Josephine Vaughan, Dr Caroline Noller, Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Research Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2022 |
Funding Finish | 2022 |
GNo | G2200888 |
Type Of Funding | C3100 – Aust For Profit |
Category | 3100 |
UON | Y |
20171 grants / $140,611
Developing a theoretical model for improving Waste Management$140,611
Funding body: NSW Environmental Trust
Funding body | NSW Environmental Trust |
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Project Team | Professor Peter Davis, Associate Professor Willy Sher, Doctor Warren Reilly |
Scheme | Environmental Research Program |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2022 |
GNo | G1600460 |
Type Of Funding | C1600 - Aust Competitive - StateTerritory Govt |
Category | 1600 |
UON | Y |
20152 grants / $39,604
Building Resilience: Developing a resilience toolkit for employability in built environment graduates$39,000
Funding body: Office for Learning and Teaching
Funding body | Office for Learning and Teaching |
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Project Team | Professor Peter Davis, Associate Professor Willy Sher, Doctor Jason Von Meding, Doctor Dennis Rose, Dr Patricia McLaughlin, Professor Anthony Mills |
Scheme | Seed Projects |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
GNo | G1501081 |
Type Of Funding | C1500 - Aust Competitive - Commonwealth Other |
Category | 1500 |
UON | Y |
COBRA / AUBEA 2015, Sydney 8-10 July$604
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
GNo | G1500872 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20111 grants / $900
AUBEA Bond University, 27 - 29 April 2011$900
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2011 |
Funding Finish | 2012 |
GNo | G1100397 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20091 grants / $130,000
Facilitating WIL Through Skills-Enabled e-Portfolios in the Disciplines of Construction and Nursing$130,000
Funding body: Australian Learning and Teaching Council
Funding body | Australian Learning and Teaching Council |
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Project Team | Professor Anthony Williams, Conjoint Professor Tracy Levett, Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Research Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2009 |
Funding Finish | 2010 |
GNo | G0900116 |
Type Of Funding | Other Public Sector - Commonwealth |
Category | 2OPC |
UON | Y |
20081 grants / $1,544
Australasian Association for Engineering Education Conference$1,544
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2008 |
Funding Finish | 2008 |
GNo | G0189747 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20072 grants / $99,734
Identification of Teaching and Instructional Issues and Opportunities for the Construction Management, Quality Surveying and Building Surveying Disciplines$98,666
Funding body: Australian Learning and Teaching Council
Funding body | Australian Learning and Teaching Council |
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Project Team | Professor Anthony Williams, Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Research Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2007 |
Funding Finish | 2008 |
GNo | G0188064 |
Type Of Funding | Contract - Aust Non Government |
Category | 3AFC |
UON | Y |
Australasian Association for Engineering Education Conference, The University of Melbourne, 9/12/2007 - 12/12/2007$1,068
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2007 |
Funding Finish | 2007 |
GNo | G0188482 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20062 grants / $6,476
Off-site Manufacture in Australia$5,000
Funding body: CRC for Construction Innovation
Funding body | CRC for Construction Innovation |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Research Proposal |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2006 |
Funding Finish | 2006 |
GNo | G0186570 |
Type Of Funding | CRC - Cooperative Research Centre |
Category | 4CRC |
UON | Y |
17th Annual Conference of Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Auckland University of Technology Auckland, New Zealand, 10/12/2006 - 13/12/2006$1,476
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2006 |
Funding Finish | 2006 |
GNo | G0187049 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20051 grants / $2,340
W99 Working Commission - 4th Triennial International Conference - rethinking and revitalising construction safety, health, environment and quality, 17-20 May 2005$2,340
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2005 |
Funding Finish | 2005 |
GNo | G0185341 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20043 grants / $128,301
Team Collaboration in High Bandwidth Virtual Environments$122,917
Funding body: CRC for Construction Innovation
Funding body | CRC for Construction Innovation |
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Project Team | Professor Anthony Williams, Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Research Proposal |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2004 |
Funding Finish | 2005 |
GNo | G0186152 |
Type Of Funding | CRC - Cooperative Research Centre |
Category | 4CRC |
UON | Y |
Project management practice in the Australian construction industry$4,714
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher, Doctor Rod Gameson |
Scheme | Project Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2004 |
Funding Finish | 2004 |
GNo | G0183515 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
15th Annual conference for the Australian Association for Engineering Education/10th Australasian Women in Engineering Forum, 27-29 September 2004$670
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2004 |
Funding Finish | 2004 |
GNo | G0184802 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20032 grants / $8,475
Australian construction industry clients' and construction professionals' perceptions of project inception interactions, benchmarked against United Kingdom cons$6,075
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Doctor Rod Gameson, Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Project Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2003 |
Funding Finish | 2003 |
GNo | G0182406 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
CIB W89 International Conference on Building Education and Research, Salford, United Kingdom 9 - 11 April, 2003$2,400
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2003 |
Funding Finish | 2003 |
GNo | G0182705 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20021 grants / $3,538
Visit of Prof Andrew Baldwin, from 5 October 2002 to 15 November 2002$3,538
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Willy Sher |
Scheme | Visitor Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2002 |
Funding Finish | 2002 |
GNo | G0182223 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
Research Supervision
Number of supervisions
Current Supervision
Commenced | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
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2018 | PhD | Environmental Impacts of Construction and Demolition Waste Fine Residue from Material Recovery Facilities in NSW, Australia | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
Past Supervision
Year | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
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2024 | PhD | Incentives for Encouraging Householders’ Self-Evacuation from Bushfire-Prone Areas in NSW, Australia | PhD (Disaster Management), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2022 | PhD | Supply Chain Management in Prefabricated Housing Construction in Nigeria | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2021 | PhD | Spoil Management in Australia and the Development of a Prototype Exchange Platform for Spoil Handling | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2021 | PhD | Management Framework for Building Information Modelling Enabled Integrated design process for Retail store in Australia: A Phenomenological Study | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2021 | PhD | Development of an Ecological Modernization-Based Construction Waste Minimization Framework for the New South Wales Construction Industry | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2020 | PhD | Exploring Consumers’ Perceptions and Attitudes for Off-Site Manufactured Housing in Australia | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2020 | PhD | Maximizing the Reuse of Building Components through Critical Technical Design Principles | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2019 | PhD | Developing a Circular-Economy-Based Construction Waste Minimisation Framework for Nigeria | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2018 | PhD | Understanding the Changes of Designers' Behaviours when Using Mixed Media Design Environments | PhD (Architecture), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2017 | PhD | Experimental and Numerical Study of Structural Frames with Semi-Interlocking Masonry (SIM) Infill Panels | PhD (Civil Eng), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2017 | PhD | An Interpretation of Key Stakeholders' Experiences Using Educational Online Technologies in Blended Tertiary Environments: A Phenomenological Study | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2017 | PhD | Students' and Teachers' Perceptions of Effective PBL Facilitation in Engineering Education in Malaysia | PhD (Engineering), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2016 | Masters | Consequences of Unforseen Rework on Australian Construction Projects - A Case Study Approach | M Philosophy (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2016 | PhD | Challenges Associated with Implementing BIM-Enabled Code-Checking Systems Within the Design Process | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2015 | Masters | Modification of Standardised Construction Contracts for the Adoption of Building Information Modelling: Analysing the Case of the NSW Government GC21 Construction Contract | M Philosophy (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2014 | PhD | Building Information Modelling: Conceptual Constructs and Performance Improvement Tools | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2012 | PhD | The Impact of Building Information Modelling on Estimating Practice: Analysis of Perspectives from Four Organisational Business Models | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2008 | Masters | An Investigation Into the Roles and Contributions of Non-Technical Skills in Collaborative Design Teams in an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Environment | M Philosophy [R], College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2004 | Masters | Factors affecting effective communication between Building Clients and Maintenance Contractors | M Building [R], College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
Research Projects
Building Resilience: Developing a resilience toolkit for employability in built environment graduates 2016 - 2017
Collaborators
Name | Organisation |
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Associate Professor Willy David Sher | University of Newcastle |
Professor Peter Rex Davis | University of Newcastle |
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News
News • 13 Feb 2018
War on Waste: The 'Battle' to minimise waste in Construction Projects in NSW
Currently construction produces more than 19 million tonnes of waste, 45% of which is deposited in landfill. This results in increased energy consumption, contamination, landfill reliance and depletion of new finite resources.
To address this issue, Professor Peter Davis, Chair, Construction Management at the University of Newcastle is leading a team to challenge existing waste management strategies in construction.
News • 15 Nov 2016
Project grant to investigate challenges for managing waste in construction
Professor Peter Davis, Chair, Construction Management at UON will lead a team who aim to challenge existing waste management strategies in construction.
News • 19 Jan 2016
UON innovation and development grants
The University of Newcastle (UON) has achieved success in the latest round of Office of Learning and Teaching (OLT) funding for innovation and development projects.
Associate Professor Willy Sher
Position
Honorary Associate Professor
School of Architecture and Built Environment
College of Engineering, Science and Environment
Focus area
Construction Management (Building)
Contact Details
willy.sher@newcastle.edu.au | |
Phone | (02) 4921 5792 |
Mobile | 0425261204 |
Fax | (02) 4921 6913 |
Office
Room | AG24 |
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Building | A Building |
Location | Callaghan University Drive Callaghan, NSW 2308 Australia |