Automation of Compliance Checking of Constructed Building Components with Design Using Deep Learning

PhD Candidate: Mr Prasad Perera

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Abstract

Compliance with the built environment involves multiple disciplines and expertise; hence, numerous building codes and regulations are considered by design experts in different disciplines. The Australian Building Codes Board has established a comprehensive framework of building codes and regulations in Australia to ensure the safety and utility standards of occupants during construction and throughout the lifecycle of buildings. However, the human expert-based building code compliance checking process is resource-intensive and error-prone. The cost of non-compliance in Australian buildings is estimated to be around AUD 2.5 billion per year. Automated compliance checking software tools are available for buildings at the design stage based on BIM designs. However, the automation of compliance assurance during the construction stage has yet to be addressed. The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in construction is a fast-growing sector, focusing especially on machine learning and deep learning technologies. The application of AI in construction has concentrated on object recognition and detection, cost estimation and prediction, productivity estimation, safety enhancement, machine tracking and identification, damage detection and identification, and interpretation of construction documents.  This research focuses on the automation of compliance checking for buildings during the construction stage. A deep learning-based prototype will be developed with an integrated rules engine to perform visual computing analysis of the constructed building elements to evaluate the compliance of construction works with established standards, codes, and regulations. The developed deep-learning compliance management prototype will be validated with data extracted from multiple building components against as-built drawings on construction projects to ensure the compliance of constructed elements.

Sources of Funding

Commnia - Centre for Smart Modern Construction and Western Sydney University Postgraduate Research Scholarship

Biography

Prasad Perera is a PhD candidate at Western Sydney University with a strong background as a researcher, academician, and project manager. With over fourteen years of experience in professional, undergraduate, and postgraduate teaching, Prasad has made significant contributions to educational institutions such as the University of Moratuwa, as well as numerous public and private universities.

His areas of expertise encompass a wide range of subjects, including Information Technology Management, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence for Construction, Project Management, Construction Management Systems, Supply Chain Management, and Management Information Systems. Prasad has also played a pivotal role in providing IT expertise for large-scale ICT projects. His academic achievements extend beyond teaching and project management. He has made notable contributions to the academic community through the publication of approximately ten peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and a book chapter.

Prasad's professional endeavors include prominent roles as a leading Capacity Building Consultant and Project Manager in various national-level projects spanning diverse business domains. These projects have been funded by international donor agencies, underscoring Prasad's exceptional skills in managing and implementing complex initiatives. With his multifaceted background and extensive experience, Prasad is a dedicated professional who excels in research, academia, project management, and consultancy.

Education

• MBA in Project Management, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
• Bachelor of Information Technology, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
• BSc Computer Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka

Honours / Awards / Grants

• “Commnia -Centre for Smart Modern Construction and Western Sydney University Postgraduate Research Scholarship” Scholarship for Doctor of Philosophy, Western Sydney University, Australia (2022 - 2025)
• Award by the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Engineers for the advisory role (2021).
• Award by the Commander of the Navy appreciating the contribution as an advisor to the Sri Lanka Navy (2017).
• COSMIC - Bright Researcher Award, International Conference on Advances in Computer Science, Electronics & Communication Technologies, Thailand (2016).
• COSMIC - Outstanding Researcher Award, International Conference on Advancements in Engineering, Technology and Management, Thailand (2015).

Professional Affiliations

• Member of the Computer Society of Sri Lanka (2013 - Present)
• Member of the British Computer Society (2011 - Present)
• Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (2010 - Present)
• Global Member the Internet Society (2010 - Present)
• Member of the Association for Computing Machinery (2009 - Present)

Research Interests

• Artificial Intelligence
• Deep Learning
• Visual Computing
• Management Information Systems
• Enterprise Resource Planning Systems
• Digitalisation of the Construction Industry

Related Publications

Journal Publications

• Hewavitharana, T., Nanayakkara, S., Perera, A., Perera, P. 2021. “Modifying the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) Model for the Digital Transformation of the Construction Industry from the User Perspective”. Informatics (8:4), pp. 1-22, (ISSN: 2227-9709). https://doi.org/10.3390/informatics8040081

Other Publications

• Herath, M. and Perera, P., 2022. Overview of Generic Project Management Methodologies, Frameworks, and Standards. In Managing Information Technology Projects: Building a Body of Knowledge in IT Project Management (pp. 9-40), Perera, S. and Eadie, R. Ed., (Domain-Specific Bodies of Knowledge in Project Management, Kumaraswamy, M. Ed.) Singapore: World Scientific Publishing Company.

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