| Author | Kobdao Maneejak |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no.CM-13-04 |
| Note | A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the
degree of Master of Engineering in
Construction Engineering and Infrastructure Management, School of Engineering and Technology |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Series Statement | Thesis ; no. CM-13-04 |
| Abstract | This paper identifies and presents findings derived from in-depth investigation of work behaviors causing defects during architectural and finishing stage of residential building construction. High-rise building construction projects were investigated. Data were collected by structured interviews of on-site managers, direct observations of work activities, and quality inspection records. Activity sequencing, quality inspection, and correction of defects were analyzed. When a project team force for progress toward the finishing stage, defects are commonly found because wrong activity sequencing, especially when architectural and M/E activities are interfaced. Perceiving that surface finishing can cover up prior defects, improper quality inspection on preparatory works occurs mostly in surface finishing activities. The work sequence and nature of defects are applicable in residential building construction in Thailand where prefabricated components are not much used, except exterior facade. The study result can be applied to improve planning and quality assurance system for defect reduction. |
| Keyword | Defects; End product; Activity sequencing; Buildings |
| Year | 2013 |
| Corresponding Series Added Entry | Asian Institute of Technology. Thesis ; no. CM-13-04 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology (SET) |
| Department | Department of Civil and Infrastucture Engineering (DCIE) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Construction Engineering and Infrastructure Management (CM) |
| Chairperson(s) | Chotchai Charoenngam; |
| Examination Committee(s) | Hadikusumo, Bonaventura H.W. ;Santoso, Djoen San ; |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | Royal Thai Government ;Asian Institute of Technology Fellowship; |
| Degree | Thesis (M. Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2013 |