Education and Workforce Development
The construction sector faces persistent challenges related to safety, workforce retention, and productivity, which are increasingly intensified by the demand for advanced technical and professional skills in technology-driven work environments. Although the industry is investing in sensing and data-enabled systems to support informed decision-making, a critical gap remains in workforce readiness to develop and sustain these solutions.
Overview
The construction sector faces persistent challenges related to safety, workforce retention, and productivity, which are increasingly intensified by the demand for advanced technical and professional skills in technology-driven work environments. Although the industry is investing in sensing and data-enabled systems to support informed decision-making, a critical gap remains in workforce readiness to develop and sustain these solutions.
This research thrust of the (SI)³ research lab focuses on advancing education and workforce development frameworks that align emerging technologies with industry-relevant competencies to strengthen safety, efficiency, and workforce sustainability.
