Information Technology in Construction Design

This book aims to inform architects, engineers and their clients about new and existing developments in computing which will affect them now and in the future. It looks at the way IT affects businesses and the entire design process for construction projects. Drawing on case studies from architectural and engineering firms, the book assesses IT in action, looking at the way practices strategically organise and resource for IT, at various stages of a project and from project to project.

Part 1 : Introduction
Chapter 1 : Background
Chapter 2 : Text
Chapter 3 : Graphics
Chapter 4 : Images
Chapter 5 : Manipulation
Chapter 6 : Facilities Management
Chapter 7 : Financial Accounting and Modelling
Chapter 8 : Database Activities
Chapter 9 : Data Manipulation and Statistical Analysis
Chapter 10 : CAD/CAM/CAE and Multi-Media
Chapter 11 : Telecommunications and Networks

Part 2 : Case Studies of Organisations
Chapter 12 : Architectural and Engineering Practices Including Some of The Biggest Names in The Industry in The UK; Covering Different Sizes, Structures, Philosophies, Working Methodologies, and Different Services Offered To Clients in Different Markets

Part 3 : Conclusions
Chapter 13 : Comments About It in Action
Chapter 14 : Emerging Views
Chapter 15 : Future Developments

Index