Empowering Future Construction Professionals by Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Construction-Management Education and Fostering Industry Collaboration
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Rivera, EJ, Müller, CC, Rahat, R et al. (2024). Empowering Future Construction Professionals by Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Construction-Management Education and Fostering Industry Collaboration
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Rivera, EJ, Müller, CC, Rahat, R et al. (2024). Empowering Future Construction Professionals by Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Construction-Management Education and Fostering Industry Collaboration
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Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into construction management education is pivotal for equipping aspiring professionals with the necessary tools and competencies to excel in an ever-evolving construction industry. Incorporating AI in construction management education empowers students to acquire valuable skills and prepares them to address the challenges and opportunities that AI brings to the construction sector. This, in turn, can lead to more streamlined and sustainable construction practices in the years to come. This study aims to propose curriculum enhancements that equip construction management students with a deep understanding of AI and provide recommendations for academic institutions to collaborate with the industry to maximize hands-on involvement. To attain this goal, the research adopts an extensive literature review for future surveys to elaborate on the work in progress of this research. The study's findings underscore a pressing need for construction management programs to introduce dedicated courses or modules centered around AI. These courses should cover various topics, including AI applications in project scheduling, risk assessment, supply chain optimization, and predictive analytics. Fundamental AI concepts, such as machine learning, neural networks, natural language processing, and computer vision, should be integrated to demonstrate their relevance to construction management. Moreover, students should gain access to AI tools and software for practical application. Furthermore, the study recommends stronger collaboration between academia and industry, encouraging construction companies and technology firms to provide students with internships, co-op opportunities, or access to real datasets for AI-related projects.
