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Abbasianjahromi, H, Shadhy, V P and Beykian, A (2021) Developing a smart helmet based on the internet of things to manage hearing problems in the construction projects. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 231-50.

Adade-Boateng, A O, Fugar, F and Adinyira, E (2021) Framework to improve the attitudes of construction workers towards safety helmets. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 65-86.

Akeila, M, Preece, C and Kuok, K K K (2021) Evaluating the environmental performance of 3D printed shelters in Jordan. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 117-34.

Aliu, J, Aigbavboa, C and Wellington Didibhuku, T (2021) Driving the fourth industrial revolution initiative through university and industry collaborations. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 211-30.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: built environment; collaboration; employability skills; fourth industrial revolution; pedagogy; Delphi study
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  • URL: https://doi.org/10.21315/jcdc2021.26.2.10
  • Abstract:

    As the world basks in the euphoria of the fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), Africa is gearing up for this innovative age, with South Africa as one of its leading voices. One of the ways of leveraging on the opportunities presented by the 4IR era is to foster collaborations between universities and the construction industry (university-industry collaboration, UIC). This research article aims to determine the positive impacts of UIC on the employability of built environment graduates. A qualitative Delphi approach was adopted to validate 16 factors, which were identified from literature. A total of 14 experts completed a two- stage iterative Delphi study process and reached consensus on all 16 factors identified. This study found that networking activities with industry professionals, student’s exposure to innovative ideas and 4IR training programme opportunities are some of the ways through which UIC can improve 4IR knowledge and employability skills among students. From the Delphi survey results, educational institutions have been placed under significant pressures to intensify collaborations with the industry by creating avenues for students to experience industrial training with present-day 4IR-driven sectors such as the construction industry, which has begun the adoption of 4IR elements into its processes to improve efficiency and productivity. Although the issue of UIC has been widely discussed in the body of knowledge, very few have incorporated the 4IR dimension as a gap, which this study aims to fill.

Bapat, H, Debasis, S and Rajesh, G (2021) Selection of sustainable materials for energy savings of infrastructure-transportation project in Ahmedabad, India using BIM and FCM. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 135-61.

Kouch, K A, Panuwatwanich, K, Sancharoen, P and Sahachaisaree, P (2021) Development of augmented reality application for onsite inspection of expressway structures using Microsoft HoloLens. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 87-116.

Rafique, M Ahmed, S and Ismail, M (2021) Impact of safety climate on safety behaviour in construction projects: Mediating mechanism and interacting effect. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 163-81.

Saleh, N, Enshassi, A and Sundermeier, M (2021) Challenges hindering the resourcing for post-disaster housing reconstruction in Gaza. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 183-210.

Soemardi, B W, Kusuma, B, Pribadi, K S and Yuliar, S (2021) Technological capabilities of medium-sized contractors in Indonesia. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 1-15.

Tutesigensi, A, Kibwami, N and Matege, S B (2021) The status of value management practice on construction projects in Uganda and strategies for improvement. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 251-67.

Ullal, A and Tombesi, P (2021) Dimensions and correlates of development in construction. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 37-64.

Wong, C C, Faizul Azli, M-R and Loo, S C (2021) Enterprise risk management and risk culture in construction public listed companies. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 17-36.