College - Author 1
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
Department - Author 1
Construction Management Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Construction Management
Date
6-2025
Primary Advisor/Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Andrew Kline, College of Architecture and Environmental Design, Construction Management Department
Abstract/Summary
This paper presents the design and implementation of an augmented reality (AR) testing protocol developed to assess construction students' planning, sequencing, and real-time decision-making skills. Using Microsoft HoloLens, the simulation exposed students to realistic jobsite scenarios that required them to interpret plans, develop task sequences, and respond to evolving conditions in the field. The protocol was conducted with over 30 construction management students at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and included three progressively complex scenarios focused on underground utilities, concrete formwork delays, and overhead MEP coordination issues. Data was captured through AR interaction logs, time tracking, instructor observation, and student self-reflection. The goal was not only to evaluate performance but to understand how students adapt strategies under pressure, recognize mistakes, and apply classroom knowledge in dynamic environments. The results highlight the potential of AR as a low-cost, repeatable alternative to physical mock-ups and traditional lecture-based instruction. By outlining a full test framework—from recruitment to reflection—this paper offers a template for educators and researchers seeking to incorporate immersive learning technologies into construction education. The approach emphasizes critical thinking, spatial awareness, and student autonomy—skills essential to success on real-world construction projects.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/cmsp/1021
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