EFFICIENT CIVIL CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.46296/ig.v9i17.0332

Abstract

Efficient civil construction projects in higher education are one way to improve the quality of professional training and foster responsible practices in engineering and architecture. Within the university setting, carrying out efficient civil construction projects allows for the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical experience, while simultaneously helping students internalize the technical, analytical, and management skills necessary to address current infrastructure and urban development challenges. Efficient civil construction involves resource optimization, cost reduction, responsible use of materials, and the incorporation of technologies that contribute to improving the structural and environmental performance of buildings, among other things. In this regard, higher education institutions play a key role by implementing research, classroom projects, and professional internships focused on innovation and sustainability in the field of civil construction. Furthermore, the incorporation of modern planning, design, and project management methodologies promotes the acquisition of skills for carrying out efficient and sustainable projects. Hence, the role of higher education in training professionals capable of responding to the demands of urban development and infrastructure, thereby contributing to the development of construction solutions that optimize resources and mitigate underlying environmental impacts.

Keywords: civil construction, construction efficiency, higher education, sustainability, engineering projects.