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Alkoc, E and Erbatur, F (1998) Simulation in concreting operations: a comparison of models and resource combinations. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 159–73.

Back, W E and Sanders, S R (1998) Industry expectations for engineering graduates. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 137–43.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: education; engineering workforce; USA; professional practice
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: http://www.blackwell-synergy.com/links/doi/10.1046/j.1365-232X.1998.00036.x/abs
  • Abstract:
    Engineering employers are discovering that their workforce requires certain skills which seem to be in short supply. Rapid technological change, participative management and employee empowerment, global competition, and other workplace innovations have created a demand for a higher skill level for engineering graduates. Identifying industry expectations for engineering graduates is an important step in developing university curricula that are responsive to the needs of the profession. This study identifies specific industry expectations for new engineering graduates and provides practical recommendations for strategically aligning engineering curricula with the professional community. By identifying specific skills requisite for career success, universities can provide an improved service for their graduates and the engineering industry.

Ezulike, E L and Hoare, D J (1998) The need for education in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in the construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 144–9.

Faniran, O O and Caban, G (1998) Minimizing waste on construction project sites. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 182–8.

Hansen, K L, MGann, D and Groák, S (1998) Information technology decision support and business process change in the USA. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 115–26.

Hindle, R D and Rwelamila, P D (1998) Resistance to change: architectural education in a turbulent environment. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 150–8.

Junnonen, J M (1998) Strategy formation in construction firms. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 107–14.

Loosemore, M and Hughes, K (1998) Emergency systems in construction contracts. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 189–98.

Luiten, G T and Fischer, M A (1998) Opportunities for computer-aided design for construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 127–36.

Proverbs, D G, Holt, G D and Olomolaiye, P O (1998) A comparative evaluation of concrete placing productivity rates amongst French, German and UK construction contractors. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 5(02), 174–81.