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This guide provides assistance to key personnel charged with developing an independent school construction process in New South Wales (Australia). The guide's eight booklets emphasize the importance of master plans; encourage cooperation of school staff, boards, and the surrounding community in building schools; and outline the planning process and techniques for greater creativity in school design and efficiencies in the school construction process. Additionally covered are the building of interprofessional relations between school officials and the building industry, effective resource management, and advice on determining whether a particular facility is vital to a school. Examples of school building and planning excellence are included as is a list of contacts and resources. Appendices provide summary statements of important procedures and documents outlined in the guide. (Contains a comprehensive design check list, a list of construction consultants, financial consultants, contributing consultants, and an index.) (GR)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice on how educational buildings should be designed to permit technological change with efficiency and minimum expense. Issues examined involve computers and buildings; industrial technology; integration of technology and other disciplines; and special requirements of storage, supervision, and after-hours use. Also discussed are the principles of good maintenance and recordkeeping; and documentation needs for equipment, services, and providers. (GR)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice on how educational buildings should be designed to permit technological change with efficiency and minimum expense. Issues examined involve computers and buildings; industrial technology; integration of technology and other disciplines; and special requirements of storage, supervision, and after-hours use. Also discussed are the principles of good maintenance and recordkeeping; and documentation needs for equipment, services, and providers. (GR)

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PROBLEMS IN THE SCHEDULING AND COMPLETION OF SCHOOL BUILDING DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS ARE DISCUSSED WITH REFERENCE TO THE CRITICAL PATH METHOD OF PROGRAMING. THE DISCUSSION GIVES A BROAD OVERVIEW OF THE METHOD WITH DETAILED SUGGESTIONS FOR SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS. SPECIFIC SUBJECT AREAS INCLUDE--(1) CPM, A NEW MANAGEMENT TOOL, (2) CPM DEFINED, (3) THE BAR DIAGRAM--ITS DISADVANTAGES, (4) METHODS OF USING CPM IN CONSTRUCTION, (5) CPM SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, AND (6) BENEFITS AND ADVANTAGES OF CPM TO SCHOOL BUSINESS OFFICIALS. THE PROBLEMS AND PRACTICES OF USING COMPUTER PROGRAMING WITH CPM ARE DISCUSSED, INCLUDING THE DETAILS OF PROGRESS COMPUTER RUNS. EXAMPLES ARE DRAWN FROM THE APPLICATION OF CPM BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION, CITY OF NEW YORK, AND A SPECIFIC JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL IN THE BRONX. SOME REFERENCES ARE INCLUDED FOR FURTHER BACKGROUND READING IN CPM. THE ENTIRE PROCEEDINGS OF THIS MEETING ARE AVAILABLE FROM CHARLES W. FOSTER, OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY, 2424 WEST LAWRENCE AVENUE, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60624 FOR $5.00. (MM)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice in the area of managing the construction process, covering such topics as consultant appointment and management, various contracting methods, forms of contract, time management, budget control, managing contractual changes, and post-contract management. Specific topics include an explanation of consultant types, agreements, and fees; securing quotes for work; assessing tenders; and describing the roles of the project and construction managers. (GR)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice on issues involving school space design and the kinds of spaces required in schools, including lecture spaces and seminar rooms, classrooms, special purpose areas where students have significant involvement in practical activities, and student recreational areas. Sample layout drawings are provided for each of the spaces discussed. Additionally examined are staff study and recreational area design; service areas such as canteens, stores, and toilets; general assembly areas; school administration; and access ways and student storage areas. (GR)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice on site selection covering selection criteria; traffic issues; and site services, such as water, power, and sewer. Additionally discussed are tips on state government planning proposals; environmental considerations, such as flooding control, landscaping, site drainage and erosion control; safety; public and private transport needs; recreational facilities; and other site facilities and services, such as roads and paths, sewage disposal, and communication systems for support staff. (GR)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice on how to set up a master planning team and establish a plan for quickly completing the building process. It provides an overview of the planning process, discusses the skills required in the planning team, explores task assignments and time allocation for each, examines how to set key targets, and reviews value management and life-cycle costing. Specific topics address such areas as the business plan development, building access, financial planning, and school and community consultation. Illustrations outlining the planning processes are included. (GR)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice on school building design issues, such as the fundamentals of good design and designs that accommodate change, issues affecting building arrangement and arrangement variations, recycled buildings, relocatable buildings, energy considerations, building services, and security issues. Specific topics include the factors that promote building durability; school design that addresses curriculum and enrollment patterns; building arrangements that accommodate terrain, climate, security, and the disabled; design considerations that reflect staffing needs; and design considerations that take advantage of various forms of heating, such as solar and water heating, and maximize the use of shade. Heating and lighting topics also cover design issues involving windows, insulation, lighting, and ventilation. (GR)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter of the guide provides advice on the various types of construction that may be used, the materials available, and some elementary aspects of the services required in a school building. Specific topics discussed include Australian building regulations; environmental considerations such as construction for wind and snow or extreme temperatures; cost considerations for internal walls; construction material durability, fire risk, acoustic performance, and sound and heat insulation. The chapter's final sections examine building services and systems essential to schools, including electrical and plumbing systems, emergency lighting and warning systems, lifts and hoists, climate control, and data transfer and security systems. (GR)

A school construction guide offers key personnel in school development projects information on the complex task of master planning and construction of schools in Australia. This chapter presents the appendix for the complete guide and contains summary statements of important procedures outlined in the earlier chapters. Included are outlines of educational business plans, terms glossary, site selection approval guide, value management resources, governmental capital funding, state government funding schemes, anti-graffiti methods, project management guidelines, and typical contract documents. (GR)