This paper investigates and explores the satisfaction of the stakeholders of civil engineering with the existing academic curriculum of civil engineering programs and their readiness to face the current and expected challenges that will be faced in the future in different regions of the world. Also, the study discusses the emerging technologies expected to have a significant impact on the field, the major infrastructure challenges likely to be faced by civil engineers in the future, the role of sustainable practices or technologies in shaping the future of civil engineering, the new skills that civil engineers should acquire to thrive in the coming years, and the satisfaction with the profession selection. An extensive survey was designed to gather valuable feedback from diverse stakeholders within the field of civil engineering. The survey encompassed a wide range of participants, including students, trainees, academics, and civil engineers with varying levels of experience and professional roles. The survey was conducted across multiple regions, including North Africa, the Gulf region, South Asia, and North America, ensuring a global perspective on the subject matter. A total of 68 responses were collected, providing a robust dataset for analysis. Among the participants, approximately 57% were academics, contributing their expertise and insights from an educational standpoint. The remaining 40% consisted of engineers holding various positions within the industry, such as site engineers, office engineers, and construction project managers. This diverse representation across different roles within the field adds depth and richness to the findings.

Authors:
Yasser Mansour, Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia

About the Presenter(s)
Prof. Yasser E. Ibrahim Mansour is a professor of Structural Engineering and Chairman of the Engineering Management Dept. at Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia. He got his PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Virginia Tech., in 2005.

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