Analysis of non-conformities from external audits

The core of this thesis is doing an analysis of the most common no-compliancesfound during external auditsfrom constructionsectorcompanies. After more than a decade of Quality Systems implementation most of construction companies have currently seen how frequently non-conformities appear as a result of the unfulfillment of the requirements established by the standard ISO 9001. This study presents an analysis of the actual construction industry obtained from the examination of external audit records from certification bodies. After analysing which nonconformities appear repeatedly, the result is compared to extracted reports from past years. The analysis of the non-conformity causes is performed for both samples, as well as, it is exposed what are the tendencies of its apperance in construction sector in the near future. In conclusion some corrective and preventive measures are proposed, in addition to, continuous improvement plans which can be used by these organizations to increase customer satisfaction, competitiveness and eventually, fulfill standard requirements.Máster europeo en Ingeniería de la Construcció

Systems for Sustainable Energy Supply for Small Villages

ABSTRACT. The main aim of this report is to identify the different sustainable sources and systems of energy and their technological principle which are under substantial development replacing the conventional or traditional sources of energy. It is also the objective of this study to identify the advantages and disadvantages of each system of energy in their actual application now and in the future. In addition, the report discusses the different Energy Systems and Efficient Energy Management systems, which are currently in use. Moreover, the report addresses the environmental, social and economic aspects sustainable energy in the context of buildings and small villages.Máster europeo en Ingeniería de la Construcció

Development of Sustainable Energy Supply Solutions for Fons, Denmark : Analyses and proposal for integrated heat and electricity supply in a 71 household community

ABSTRACT. This research work aims at recommending a suitable renewable energy supply system for the inhabitants of a small village in Denmark called Fons. It envolves studying of the different alternatives of renewable energy supply technologies which has been theoretically developed in the previous group project work entitled "System for Sustainable Energy Sypply for a Small Village" for the production of heat and electricity, being the heat a priority because that is the inhabitant's desire. It is the hope of the research team that implementation of the output of this research work will liberalize the people of Fons community from using unsustainable, non-renewable energy sources such as fossil fuel as their main source of energy.Máster europeo en Ingeniería de la Construcció