Thesis (Ph.D.) - Carleton University, 2007. / Includes bibliographical references (p. 317-325). Also available in electronic format on the Internet.

Thesis (Ph. D.)--West Virginia University, 2000. / Title from document title page. Document formatted into pages; contains x, 179 p. : ill. (some col.). Vita. Includes abstract. Includes bibliographical references (p. 149-153).

Thesis (M.Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 1997. / Includes special report study entitled : Urban from development at Wan Chai. Includes bibliographical references. Also available in print.

Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Texas at Austin, 2005. / Supervisors: David W. Fowler and Edward J. Garboczi. Vita. Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M.S.)--Montana State University--Bozeman, 2007. / Typescript. Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Robert L. Mokwa. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 89-91).

More than two decades have passed since the introduction of Quality Assurance Systems in the form of BS 5750/ISO 9000 yet the effectiveness of these systems are still a matter of controversy and debate. Although the implementation of Quality Assurance Systems in the construction industry has been slow to emerge, most large construction organisations are currently implementing such systems. Much has been written about the advantages and disadvantages of Quality Assurance Systems but unfortunately without any direct reference to any hard data. Most of the reported advantages and disadvantages are based purely on perceptions and views of individuals involved. The British Standards Institution (BSI) acts as a collaborating establishment for this research. This is the first research that attempts to assess the effectiveness of Quality Assurance Systems, in the construction industry. Based on data collected from literature, construction companies and experts in the field of Quality Management, the research provides a better understanding of the objectivity of available data regarding the effectiveness of QA Systems and examines the possibility of fording reliable measures. This thesis shows that no construction company has managed to assess the effectiveness of its Quality Assurance Systems in an objective manner. Regarding measures of the effectiveness of QA Systems, most experts believed that such measures are very important because an organisation must justify the existence of such systems, which are considered as overheads. However, all experts declared 1 that they are not aware of any construction company that has managed to assess the effectiveness of its ISO 9000 in any reliable manner. This research is of a particular value to construction companies who are considering implementing an ISO 9000 as well as those companies that are already implementing such systems.

M.Tech. / The following study is concerned with the factors influencing brand loyalty in the facebrick industry. It focuses on what has made other brands successful and what Corobrik has to do to develop the same level of brand loyalty. This study is a journey which incorporates a literature review of branding and what branding means to a company, as well as interviews which showcase areas where Corobrik need to improve to reach the same level of brand loyalty that exceptionally successful brands, such as Coca Cola, Mercedes Benz and BMW enjoy.

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An experimental apparatus was built and operated for the measurement of moisture permeability of building materials. The data are for use in resolution of problems associated with moisture buildup in porous building materials. The apparatus is capable of maintaining simultaneous humidity and temperature differences across a test specimen. In contrast with existing experimental methods, the relative humidity on either side of the specimen is controlled without the use of quiescent saturated salt solutions. Forced-air convection at the surface of the specimen is used, resulting in uniform spatial conditions and faster results. Data are obtained for fiberboard sheathing at various temperature and humidity setpoints. The apparatus consists of two environmental chambers between which a wood-based test specimen is sealed. An external forced-air conditioning system using distilled water and molecular sieve desiccant humidifies or dries the chamber air as needed. The moisture transfer rate across the specimen is determined gravimetrically: the desiccant column is weighed to measure its change in mass as a result of moisture diffusion across the specimen. The apparatus is capable of maintaining relative humidities over a range of 5 to 65 percent RH, with a temperature difference across the specimen of up to 20°C. Furthermore, the apparatus is capable of automated relative humidity and temperature control to within ±0.5 percent RH and ±0.5°C of the setpoints, respectively. Test results for fiberboard sheathing subjected to a range of humidity and temperature conditions are presented. Results are compared with the limited data from the literature. Recommendations for improvement of the data measurement methods are included. / Master of Science

Leung Chi Sing. / "Architecture Department, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Master of Architecture Programme 2007-2008, design report." / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 78). / Chapter 1. --- Thesis Statement --- p.1 / Chapter 2. --- Trip Study --- p.2 / Background --- p.2 / Material Available --- p.5 / Construction --- p.6 / Houses Analysis --- p.7 / Chapter 3. --- Traditional Element and Pattern --- p.18 / Chapter 4. --- Space Study --- p.24 / Chapter 5. --- Wall and Slab Organization --- p.27 / Chapter 6. --- Brick Study --- p.36 / Brick Organization --- p.36 / Brick Parameters --- p.39 / Brick Accompanied other uses --- p.44 / Chapter 7. --- Construction Detail --- p.46 / Chapter 8. --- Design Project --- p.55 / Concept --- p.55 / Strategy for Structure and Non-Structure --- p.63 / Bonding Study for Non-Structure --- p.64 / Material and Spatial Expression --- p.65 / Layout Plan --- p.66 / Construction Detail --- p.67 / Interior Subdivision --- p.68 / Building Envelope --- p.69 / Other Type 1 --- p.70 / Other Type 2 --- p.74 / Chapter 9. --- Bibliography --- p.78