Woolery, J C and Crandall, K C (1983) Stochastic network model for planning scheduling. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 109(3), pp. 342-354. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
A stochastic network model consisting of dependent and independent random variables is developed for construction scheduling. The network model is based on Monte-Carlo simulation. Data for each network activity consist of a time distribution for the activity under optimal conditions and a series of time distributions for various problems that may lengthen the activity completion time. Dependencies between network activities may be modelled; also, time dependencies for a network activity may be modelled. The implementation of the model is discussed.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Index terms: | implementation, stochastic network, construction scheduling, scheduling, completion time |
| Subjects: | contractual arrangements, operations research, networking, project controls |
| Topics: | Engineering Principles, Time Control, Procurement |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCA |
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