Discussion on 'A framework for a civil engineering systems BOX' by David Carmichael

摘要

Carmichael's paper offers a framework for civil engineering systems work. The approach is rigorous. But equally rigorous should be the principles underlying the work, including a clear and unambiguous defining purpose and a careful attention to modelling principles. That is, a rigorous process is just as important as a rigorous framework. Suggested additions to the proposed framework are: purpose, information (including uncertainty and quality), modelling, topology and value.