We are pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new initiative, Applications of Industry 4.0 Technologies in Civil Construction and Environmental Engineering (AI4CCEE). This initiative aims to enhance collaboration between academia and industry and to equip the next generation of workforce with the skills needed to apply Industry 4.0 technologies—including AI, big data analytics, robotics, and the Internet of Things—in civil engineering through experiential learning opportunities. RSVP Here!
Agenda
8:30-9:00
Continental Breakfast
9:00-10:00
Opening Session
- 9:00-9:10 Welcome, Agenda, and Mission
Speaker: David Sanders - 9:10-9:20 Program Outline AI4CCEE
- 9:20-9:30 Transportation
Speaker: Anuj Sharma - 9:30-9:40 Structures
- 9:40-9:50 Construction
- 9:50-10:00 Environmental/Water Resources
- 10:00-10:10 Geotechnical/Materials
10:10-10:15
Break
10:15-11:45
Industry Speakers: Current Needs, Opportunities, and Future with AI
- 10:15-10:30 Construction Engineering
- 10:30-10:45 Environmental/Water Resources
- 10:45-11:00 Geotechnical/Materials Engineering
- 11:00-11:15 Structural Engineering
- 11:15-11:30 Transportation Engineering
11:45-1:00
Lunch
1:00-1:30
Small Group Discussion: Topics and Application of Relevance
- What Industry 4.0 tools are being used in your industry?
- Where are you seeing the current shortfalls in academic training?
- What are some projects you can think of that can span across industry and be useful for experiential learning?
1:45-2:45
Big Group Discussion and Voting for Industry Needs and Best Projects
2:45-2:50
Short Break
2:50-3:20
Short Group Discussion: Suggested Improvements
- What else would you like to see in the program?
b. Would there be any interest in opening this up for the current workforce?
c. What are some of the difficulties you foresee?
d. How can the program mitigate these concerns?
3:20-4:00
Big Group Discussion and Voting on Program Recommendations