Will help you to write a good dissertation or project by giving you a good understanding of what should be included, and showing you how to use data collection and analysis tools. Addresses prominent weaknesses in under-graduate dissertations including weak data collection; superficial analysis and poor reliability and validity. Issues around study skills and ethics are embedded throughout the book and the many examples encourage you to consider the concepts of reliability and validity Second edition includes a new chapter on laboratory based research projects, supporting website with sample statistical calculations and additional examples from a wider range of built environment subjects.

Will help instil rigour into your problem-solving, reports and publications. It will be of value to construction, surveying, architecture and civil engineering students undertaking research at whatever level. It remains one of the few books to provide guidance on research formulation, methodologies and methods. It discuss the key issues in research and examines primary approaches, both qualitative and quantitative. The methods adopted for scientific and engineering experiments, model building and simulations are discussed, as well as those employed for research into management, social and economic issues. It examines the requirements for data and analysis, including the important statistical considerations and a range of qualitative techniques that enable researchers to appreciate what needs to be evaluated in devising how research may be carried out effectively and efficiently.

Easy to dip into guide for all Built Environment students, from choosing a topic to writing a well-structured dissertation. Illustrated with numerous examples, case studies and references. Covers topic selection, research planning, data collection and methodology, as well as structuring and writing the dissertation. A new section on SPSS software will help readers make the best use of this tool. This new edition is up to speed with current practice, making it an ideal resource for those involved in research in Construction Management, Building and Quantity Surveying.

This book introduces the novice researcher to a range of research designs and data collection methods. Building an understanding of these choices and how they can impact on the dissertation itself will lead to a more robust and rigorous dissertation study. This book is designed to direct your research choices with informative text and key questions, advice from "virtual supervisors" and reflections from students. Researchers seeking support on their journey to a successful dissertation will find this book a valuable resource.