Web Resources for
Construction Management
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Indexes to Periodical Articles
Construction management topics lend themselves to different
subject areas, leading to different index selections. If the topic is
related to the business of construction management, the indexes covering
business periodicals would be most suitable. If the topic is related to
technical areas, indexes covering technology would be most suitable.
Indexes to periodical articles
for business
These indexes
via the Web are available to Boise State
University students, staff and faculty. Clicking on the title links to
a page from which the database's name (if you are on the Main BSU
campus or the Canyon County campus) will link to the database.
Business
Source Premier
Business and industry topics are covered
in this extensive database covering business periodical articles, including
full-text from over 2,300 titles.
General BusinessFile ASAP
Search for articles on company, industry
or business related information from business journals, trade publications,
and newspapers.
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Indexes
to periodical articles for technology
These indexes via the Web are available to Boise State
University students, staff and faculty. Clicking on the title links to
a page from which the database's name link (if you are on the Main BSU
campus or the Canyon County campus) will link to the database.
Compendex
& Inspec
Covers periodical articles and conference papers for all
engineering disciplines. Over 5000 serials are included.
Applied Science and Technology Abstracts
Covers periodical articles for all engineering and
engineering technology disciplines. 620 periodicals are included.
U.S. Department of Transportation, Transportation
Research Board and the National Transportation Library
TRIS
Online
Identifies published research on transportation
topics. Material covered includes magazine and journal articles,
conference papers, technical reports and books.
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Indexes to
periodical articles for legal issues
These indexes via the Web are available to Boise State
University students, staff and faculty.
Index to Legal Periodicals, 1981-current
Covers over 900 journals, yearbooks, and law reviews.
LegalTrac, 1980-current
Approximately 1300 titles are indexed including major law reviews, legal
newspapers, bar association journals and international legal journals.
Law-related articles from over 1,000 additional business and general
interest titles are also covered.
WestLaw Campus Research, date varies
Besides court cases, this database also includes
articles from selected law review journals. On the main screen, click the
box in front of “Journals and Law Reviews” under the category “Encyclopedias
and Journals”. Then, from the drop down menu,
select either all journals or a specific state.
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Indexes
covering news articles
Recommended titles are:
Academic OneFile
Academic Search Premier
General Onefile
National Newspapers
Available to
Boise State University students, staff and faculty. Clicking on the
title links to a page from which the database's name link (if you
are on the Main BSU campus or the Canyon County campus) will link to the
database.
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Centre for Education in the Built
Environment
Resources of interest to academics in the construction field are listed here.
The sites selected have a British focus with annotated links at the third level.
Section headings include News & Events, Themes, Projects &
Initiatives, and Publications. The Site Map
links to some search pages for the site.
ConstructionEducation.com
(also known as the Construction Education Connection)
From the site's description, "The Construction Education Connection is
dedicated to the faculty and students of construction programs worldwide as
well as the construction industry. This site brings together many
different construction web sites for those performing research or just
searching for construction information." Associations, news,
materials and products, companies, online continuing education courses, construction research centers, construction equipment and online calculators
are some of the categories available. Also hosted here is the
Association for Project Managers' site.
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Construction Information Sources
Searchable database of an extensive number of construction related sites.
Some sections have a Canadian emphasis. Maintained by the non-profit Construction Technology Centre Atlantic at the
University of New Brunswick.
Construction Web Links
Great list of links... legal, jobs, associations, licensing, meetings, safety,
and information on publications. The site is provided by Thelen Reid &
Priest LLP, a law firm
specializing in construction industry topics. From the FAQ, "This
site is designed to be the starting point for Web searches by construction
industry professionals."
Internet resources for construction and the built environment
From the University of South Australia Library, an extensive list of annotated
links to subject guides, association and professional sites, codes and
regulations, government bodies, statistics, and universities. Journals and databases
are listed but are primarily for use within the University of South Australia
community. Sites selected have an Australian emphasis.
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ARCOM Abstracts
The Association of Researchers for
Construction Management (ARCOM) produces an index that focuses on
publications of interest to construction management. Search for the
citations and abstracts from selected journals and conference proceedings at
this site. Click on the "Search CM Abstracts" in the bar to the left
to search by keyword within the titles covered. Also on this site is a
list of journal titles of interest to construction management; the list is
much larger than the titles actually indexed.
Construction.com: The Construction Industry Marketplace
This site, produced by publisher McGraw-Hill, includes news
(ENR, Architectural Record, Design-Build), product
information (Construction Zone), company information (Sweet's Directory Search),
projects and career information for the
construction industry. Some information requires registration.
Construction Engineering Research Laboratories
(CERL), Army Corps of Engineers
Although the focus of this government agency is military installations, there
is a wealth of information provided on this site that is a result of the
research conducted by CERL. Research themes include "Enduring
Buildings", "Energy", "Land Use Management" and
"Structural Materials". Each section includes links to experts,
products, and publication citations with summaries.
FindLaw
This site excels in providing access to materials of legal interest, such as the United States Supreme Court cases and opinions. FindLaw also links to an extensive list of federal and state court websites, and to other sources of legal interest.
Sweets Network
This online resource for building products includes
information from over 10,000 manufacturers. The
search service is free but individual registration is required
to retrieve some details and to use specialized content.
The Internet Directory for Specified Construction Products™
A searchable database for companies and their products.
Browsing for companies by using specific categories is also available.
Thomas Register of
American Manufacturing
One of the largest sources of product information for United
States manufacturing companies. The service is free but individual
registration is required.
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Association websites generally provide information about the association,
membership opportunities, sponsored events, publications, news, and links to
other sites. Some associations include information on certification and
continuing education opportunities.
AGC (Associated General
Contractors of America)
Find news here on legislative, safety, labor, education and other issues of
interest to the construction industry. Although many of the resources
require AGC membership to access, some are available to all.
American Institute of Constructors (AIC)
Find information about AIC and events they sponsor at this website.
Some news articles are available.
American Subcontractors
Association (ASA)
News releases, association information and events calendar are some of the
resources found here. Many of the resources require ASA membership. However, the Gateway to Construction is available to all with links
to other construction associations, and to government resources. No annotations are
provided.
Associated Builders
and Contractors (ABC)
A great site to browse for industry news, with categories
of Business Development, Government Affairs, Education & Training, Insurance,
Safety and Legal.
Associated Schools of
Construction
"The professional association for the development and advancement of
construction education..." (from the ASC home page). Some parts of the site are available only to members. Available to
all are the archives to the
Journal of Construction Education
(1996 (vol. 1) -2003 (vol. 8) and vol 1 of the successor
title,
International Journal of
Construction Education and Research, (click Publications,
International Journal name, Archive). The ASC Style Guide is also available
through the Publications link. The "Links"
category lists web sites to associations, construction courses,
publications, software, and other categories with brief
annotations. Note: International Journal of
Construction Education and Research, 2006 (vol. 2) - current, are
available to Boise State University students, staff and faculty by searching the
Journals List.
Association for the Advancement of Cost
Engineering (AACE)
Information about AACE is readily available on this site, as well as
information about cost consultant certification. Many publications are
listed at the Resources link, though access to many require a membership in the
association.
Construction Financial Management Association
(CFMA)
Along with membership, conference, and publication information, a news center
features news briefs from tax and legislative affairs, and accounting and
reporting (Click on the drop-down Quick Links box to find the
News).
Construction Management Association of America
(CMAA)
This site provides information about CMAA, CM certification, professional
development and employment opportunities among other topics. Articles
from the CM eJournal are available, as well as a searchable directory of
Construction Managers/ Project Managers. There is a
"members-only" area also.
Deep Foundations Institute (DFI)
Find information on events, awards, membership, committees, and publications
by the DFI. The list of links on this website provides an extensive list
for industry associations, government agencies, and other websites of interest.
Design-Build Institute of America
(DBIA)
Besides information about the DBIA, a publications catalog featuring
materials from many sources is available, and a searchable database of
design-build projects. The D-B Magazine from McGraw-Hill
Construction is accessible, and selected articles from DBIA's monthly
magazine, Dateline.
LEED (Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design) Program
Members of the U.S. Green Building Council representing all segments of the
building industry developed LEED and continue to contribute to its evolution
(From Home Page). Information on this program is available here, as well
as descriptions of LEED's publications. Selected publications are freely
available.
National Association of Women in Construction
(NAWIC)
Primarily a site that provides information about NAWIC, with information on
events and education opportunities. There is a section devoted to industry news,
and another that links you to sites providing legislative information.
Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA)
Besides the standard association information, a section on the description
and benefits of the tilt-up construction method is also provided.
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FMI
Articles
Articles on management consulting and investment banking from
FMI, a company with an emphasis on the construction industry. A sign up option for an email newsletter is also available.
Focus
on Aggregates and Roads
"Your Business to Business Online E-mag" (from website's main
page). Find product descriptions with selected company profiles for a
variety of products of interest to aggregate and road building professionals.
Resources
on MCADCafé.com
A listing of magazines available online in the areas of
CAD/CAM/CAE, Manufacturing, and Mechanical Engineering and Design.
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Page Creator: Beth Brin,
208-426-3136 Albertsons Library, Boise State University.
This page last modified:
01/25/08 06:06 PM
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