Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: AI & Automation

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hector Buyones-Gonzalez, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile ; Monica Quezada-Espinoza, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

doubtsindependently. This indicates that ChatGPT can act as a catalyst for meaningful learning ifused in a structured and guided environment. This potential has been identified in engineeringeducation, where AI tools are valued for enhancing the understanding of complex conceptsand supporting problem-solving while promoting personalized learning experiences [16].However, concerns about excessive dependency and diminished creativity highlight the needto design strategies that encourage students to critically evaluate and verify generatedinformation. This approach fosters analytical and critical reflection skills, as suggested byJack and Yan [17], who argue that tools like ChatGPT push students to take an active role inevaluating solutions, developing

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Evolving Workforce and Practices in Modern Construction

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachel Mosier, Oklahoma State University; Erin Conaway

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

of great interest. The existing work styles contribute to the lack of diversity inthe AEC industry, and the industry has been reluctant to evolve and change. Margins are oftenslim; consultants work to a deadline and frequently work long hours outside a traditional workschedule. This creates a challenge for many individuals in striking a balance between work lifeand personal life. Allowing work-from-home, flexible hours, off-shift work, and part-time workallows all professionals in the workplace to stay productive while acting as caregivers or meetingother personal demands. While work-life balance may be geared toward creating a delineationbetween work life and personal life (50%-50%), work-life fit is about creating a work andlifestyle that

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Curriculum Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Jayne Hitt, New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering; Steve Bertasso, New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

ModelInstitute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) in Hereford, UK. This program builds on thesuccess of many programs across the UK, the US, and Canada, with a particular focus onpractical applications and sustainable building and management techniques. Each course in thedegree program links with industry partners to bring current projects, materials, and workingconditions into the classroom, better-preparing students for a rapidly evolving constructionlandscape.In this paper we use language advocated by the UK’s SPECTRUM Centre for IndependentLiving [1] which explains that “the term ‘Disabled People’ has been adopted to define acollective identity for the Disability Movement in the UK.” We acknowledge that this may notbe the preferred language for