Introduction to Civil Engineering Systems: A Systems Perspective to the Development of Civil Engineering Facilities

This book presents an integrated systems approach to the evaluation, analysis, design, and maintenance of civil engineering systems. Addressing recent concerns about the world?s aging civil infrastructure and its environmental impact, the author makes the case for why any civil infrastructure should be seen as part of a larger whole. He walks readers through all phases of a civil project, from feasibility assessment to construction to operations, explaining how to evaluate tasks and challenges at each phase using a holistic approach. Unique coverage of ethics, legal issues, and management is also included. INDICE: Preface General Background The Text Didactic Style and Resources ABET Requirements and Audience Acknowledgements Author Biography Section 1. Introduction Chapter 1 Civil Engineering Systems and their Evolution 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Civil Engineering Systems and Historical Developments 1.2 Civil Engineering System – The Branches 1.3 Final Comments on the Historical Evolution and Future of Civil Engineering Systems Summary Exercises References Chapter 2 Fundamental Concepts in Systems Engineering 2.0 Introduction 2.1 What is a system? 2.2 Systems Considerations in Civil Engineering 2.3 Development of Civil Engineering Systems 2.4. Some Terms and Concepts Related to Systems Thinking 2.5 Global Initiatives in the Study of Systems Summary Exercises References Useful Resources for Further Reading Chapter 3 Goals and Objectives of Civil Engineering Systems 3.0 Introduction 3.1 Hierarchy of Desired Outcomes: Values, Goals, and Objectives 3.2 Common Moes Used in Decision–Making at Any Phase of System Development 3.3 Goals and MOEs at Each Phase of Civil EngineeringSystems Development 3.4 Desired Properties of a Set of MOES for a Given Analysis 3.5 Overall Discussion of Engineering Systems Goals and Objectives Summary Exercises References Section 2. The Tasks At Each Phase Of Systems Development Chapter 4 Tasks Within the Phases of Systems Development 4.0 Introduction 4.1 The Task of Description 4.2 Analyzing Systems in Civil Engineering 4.3 The Task of System Evaluation 4.4 The Task of Feedback Between Phases 4.5 Examples of Tasks Faced at Various Phases of Systems Development Summary Exercises References and Further Reading Section 3. The Tools Needed To Carry Out The Tasks Chapter 5 Probability 5.0 Introduction 5.1 Set Theory 5.2 Some Basic Concepts in Probability 5.3 Random Variables 5.4 Probability Functions 5.5 Discrete Probability Distributions 5.6 Continuous Probability Distributions 5.6 Common Terminology in Probabilistic Analysis Summary Exercises References Chapter 6 Statistics 6.0 Introduction 6.1 Population And Sampling 6.2 Descriptive Statistics 6.3 Inferential Statistics 6.5 Hypothesis Testing Some Common Terminology And Concepts In Engineering Statistics Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 7 Modeling 7.0 Introduction 7.1 Steps for Developing Statistical Models 7.2 Model Specifications in Statistical Modeling 7.3 Some Important Issues in Statistical Modeling 7.4 Glossary of Modeling Terms Exercises References Chapter 8 Simulation 8.0 Introduction 8.1 Simulation Terminology 8.2 Categories Of Simulation 8.3 Random Number Generation 8.4 Monte Carlo Simulation Chapter Summary Exercises References Resources Chapter 9 Optimization 9.0 Introduction 9.1 Unconstrained Optimization Using Calculus 9.2 Constrained Optimization Using Calculus 9.3 Constrained Optimization Using Mathematical Programming Techniques 9.4 Constrained Optimization Involving Binary Decision Variables 9.5 SEARCH FOR THE OPTIMAL SOLUTION – QUICKER AND EFFICIENT TECHNIQUES 9.7 Discussions and Final Comments Summary Exercises References Chapter 10 Cost Analysis 10.0 Introduction 10.1 System Cost Classifications 10.2 Costs Incurred By System Owner/Operator 10.3 Costs Incurred By The System User 10.4 Costs Incurred By The Community 10.5 System Costs Categorized By Phase Of System Development 10.6 Average And Marginal Cost Concepts 10.7 Cost Estimation At The Construction Phase 10.7 Issues In Systems Costing Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 11 Economic Analysis 11.0 Introduction 11.1 Basic Concepts In Economic Analysis 11.2 Interest Formula (Or Equivalence Equations) 11.3 Criteria For Economic Analysis 11.4 Discussion Of Relative Merits Of The Economic Efficiency Criteria 11.5 The Effect Of Discount Rate On The Evaluation Outcome 11.6 The Effect Of Analysis Period On Systems Evaluation 11.7 Perpetuity Considerations 11.8 Some Key Considerations In Monetary Lcca 11.9 Economic Efficiency Analysis – Issues And Limitations 11.10 Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 12 Multiple Criteria Analysis 12.0 Introduction 12.1 Framework For Mcdm Analysis Using Multi–Attribute Utility Theory 12.2 Establishing The Weights Of Decision Criteria 12.3 Scaling Of The Decision Criteria 12.4 Amalgamation 12.5 Prefrence Vs. Non–Preference Approaches For Weighting, Scaling, Or Amalgamation 12.6 Chapter Summary Exercises References And Resources Appendix 12.1 Appendix 12.2 Utility Functions For Some System Decision Criteria Chapter 13 Risk And Reliability 13.0 Introduction 13.1 Certainty, Risk And Uncertainty 13.2 Uncertainties In System Development 13.3 The Management Of Risks And Uncertainties 13.3 The Basics Of Reliability 13.4 Common Contexts Of Reliability Analysis In Civil Engineering 13.5 Laboratory And Field Testing Of System Reliability 13.6 Reliability–Based Design Of Civil Engineering Systems 13.7 System Reliability And System Resilience 13.8 Chapter Summary Exercises References Useful Resources Chapter 14 System Dynamics 14.0 Introduction 14.1 Some Basic Concepts In System Dynamics 14.2 Variable Vs. Time Patterns In System Dynamics Modeling 14.3 Causal Loop Diagrams (The Concept Of Feedback) 14.4 Stocks And Flows 14.5 Framework For Systems Dynamics Analysis 14.6 Systems Dynamics At The Various Phases Of Civil Systems Development 14.7 Chaos Theory 14.8 Chapter Summary 14.9 Exercises References Useful Resources Chapter 15 Real Options Analysis 15.0 Introduction 15.1 Real Options Taxonmy 15.2 Categories Of Real Options 15.3 Valuing Flexibility In Real Options Analysis 15.4 Real Options Case Examples In Civil Engineering 15.5 Numerical Example 15.5 Chapter Summary And Concluding Remarks Exercises References Useful Resources Chapter 16: Decision Analysis 16.0 Introduction 16.1 General Contexts Of Decision–Making 16.2 The Basic Process Of Decision–Making And Relevant Tools 16.3 Classification Of Decision Models 16.4 Decision–Making Associated With Uncertainty 16.5 Inputs For Uncertainty–Based Decision–Making 16.6 Decisions Under Risk 16.7 Decisions Under Uncertainty 16.8 Other Techniques For Modeling Decisions 16.9 Impact Of Decision–Maker’s Risk Preferences On Decision–Making 16.10 Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 17 Network Analysis Tools 17.0 Introduction 17.1 Fundamentals Of Graph Theory 17.2 Trees, Spanning Trees, And Minimum Spanning Trees 17.3 Shortest Path Through A Network 17.4 The Maximum Flow Problem 17.5 Locating Facilities On Civil Engineering Networks 17.6 Network Connectivity 17.6.4 Discussion 17.7 Optimal Coverage Of Networks 17.8 Optimal Shipping Across O–D Pairs In A Network 17.9 Network Applications In Project Management 17.10 Chapter Summary Exercises References Additional Reading Chapter 18 Queuing Analysis 18.0 Introduction 18.1 Attributes Of A Queuing Process 18.2 Performance Of Queuing Processes 18.3 The Role Of Markov Chains In Queuing Analysis 18.3 Notations For Describing Queuing Systems 18.4 Analysis Of Selected Queuing Systems Configurations 18.5 Concluding Remarks On Queuing Analysis 18.6 Chapter Summary Exercises References Section 4. The Phases of Systems Development Chapter 19 The Needs Assessment Phase 19.0 Introduction 19.1 Assessment Of System Needs 19.2 Mechanisms For Assessing System Needs 19.3 Assessing System Needs Using User–Targeted Mechanisms 19.4 Assessing Long–Term System Needs Via Demand And Supply Trends 19.5 Optimal Balance Of Demand And Need – Mathematical Derivations 19.6 Some Issues And Considerations In Needs Assessment 19.7 Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 20 Systems Planning 20.0 Introduction 20.1 A Brief History Of Civil Systems Planning 20.2 Dimensions Of Civil System Planning 20.3 The Rationale And Impetus For System Planning 20.4 Evolving And Emerging Contexts Of Systems Planning 20.5 Principles Of Civil Systems Planning 20.6 The System Planning Process 20.8 Barriers To Effective Planning 20.9 Computations In Civil Systems Planning 20.9 Estimating System Cost at the Planning Phase 20.9 Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 21: System Design 21.0 Introduction 21.1 Classifications Of Engineering Design 21.2 the Engineering Design Process 21.3 Applications Of Systems Design In Selected Areas Of Civil Engineering 21.4 Considerations In Civil Engineering Systems Design 21.5 Design Failures In Civil Engineering Exercises References Resources Chapter 22 Systems Construction 22.0 Introduction 22.1 Stages Of The System Construction Phase 22.2 Project Delivery Options And Contracting Approaches 22.3 Construction Cost Analysis 22.4 General Decision Contexts In Construction That Merit Application Of Systems Concepts 22.5 Managing Risks At The Construction Phase 22.6 Emerging And Evolving Issues In Civil Systems Construction 22.7 Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 23 System Operations 23.0 Introduction 23.1 Definition 23.2 General Duties At The Operations Phase 23.3 Some Problem Contexts At The Operations Phase Of Selected Types Of Ce Systems 23.5 Numerical Examples Of Application Of Tools In Ce System Operations 23.4 Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 24 System Monitoring 24.0 Introduction 24.1 Basic Elements Of System Monitoring 24.1 Purposes Of System Monitoring 24.2 Typical Architecture Of A System Monitoring Program 24.3 Sensing And Detection Mechanisms 24.4 Cost–Effective Reliability–Based Sampling For System Monitoring 24.5 Monitoring Of Specific Civil Engineering Systems 24.6 Planning For System Monitoring/Inspection (M/I) 24.7 Monitoring The System Users 24.8 Chapter Summary Exercises References Useful Resources Chapter 25 System Preservation (Maintenance And Rehabilitation) 25.0 Introduction 25.1 Basic Terminologies In System Preservation 25.2 Specific Tasks At The System Preservation Phase 25.3 Identifying The Appropriate Preservation Treatment At A Given Time 25.4 Development Of System Preservation Schedules 25.5 Impediments To Preservation Treatment Or Schedule Prescriptions 25.6 Concluding Remarks 25.7 Chapter Summary 25.8 Exercises References Additional Reading And Resources Chapter 26 System End–Of–Life 26.0 Introduction 26.1 System Life Definitions 26.2 End Of Physical Life – The Causes 26.3 Applications Of Life Estimates In Systems Management 26.4 Predicting The Longevity Of Civil Engineering Systems 26.5 Quantifying System Vulnerability To Destruction 26.6 End–Of–Life Options 26.7 Feedback To Preceding Phases 26.8 Concluding Remarks 26.9 Chapter Summary EXERCISES References Useful Resources Section 5. Other Topics Related To Civil Systems Development Chapter 27 Threats, Exposure, And System Resilience 27.0 Introduction 27.1 Categories Of Threats To Civil Engineering Systems 27.2 Threat Types 27.3 The Threat Of Climate Change 27.4 Exposure To Threats 27.5 Resilience Of Civil Engineering Systems 27.6 Combining Threat Likelihood, Public Exposure, And System Resilience For Decision–Making Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 28 Sustainability 28.0 Introduction 28.1 Motivations For The Drive Towards Sustainability In The Current Era 28.2 The Principles Of Sustainability 28.3 Evolution Of Global Policy On Sustainability 28.4 Elements Of Sustainability 28.5 Combined Indicators Of Sustainability 28.6 Dimensions Of Sustainability 28.7 Systems Concepts In Sustainability Modeling 28.8 Sustainability Considerations At Each Phase Of System Development 28.9 Modeling The Impact Of Human Actions On Sustainability 28.10 Incorporating Sustainability Into Project– And Network–Level Evaluation 28.11 Specific Sustainability Considerations In Civil Engineering Disciplines 28.12 Sustainability –– Some Interesting Finales Of The Discussion 28.13 Chapter Summary Exercises References Additional Resources Chapter 29 Ethics And Legal Issues In Civil Systems Development 29.0 Introduction 29.1 Ethics In Civil Systems Development 29.2 Legal Issues In Civil Systems Development 29.3 Chapter Summary Exercises References Chapter 30 Epilogue

• ISBN: 978-0-470-53063-4
• Editorial: John Wiley & Sons
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• Fecha Publicación: 07/05/2014
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