College - Author 1
College of Architecture and Environmental Design
Department - Author 1
Construction Management Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Construction Management
Date
6-2026
Primary Advisor/Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Scott Kelting, College of Architecture and Environmental Design, Construction Management Department
Abstract/Summary
Sleep deprivation and poor sleep quality have become increasingly common among college students, particularly in demanding studies such as construction management. This study examined sleep patterns, sleep duration, and perceptions related to sleep deprivation among construction management students at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. The study replicated prior research conducted at Mississippi State University while focusing exclusively on one academic program and institution. A quantitative research method was used through an anonymous Microsoft Forms survey distributed to construction management students over a ten-week period. The survey collected demographic information, sleep behaviors, academic workload, and perceptions regarding sleep within the construction industry. Results indicated that most students obtained only 6–7 hours of sleep during workdays, while sleep duration increased during weekends, suggesting compensation for weekday sleep loss. Students identified heavy workloads, overtime expectations, early start times, and project schedules as major contributors to sleep deprivation. Participants also expected long working hours and reduced sleep duration within their future careers in construction. Overall, the findings suggested that construction management students recognized the negative impacts of sleep deprivation on fatigue, productivity, decision-making, and workplace safety, and still experienced insufficient sleep due to academic and industry-related expectations.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/cmsp/1037
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