CEng Communication Task Group: sustainable urban development

Overview

The session will focus on sustainable urban development and the evolving role of engineers within this dynamic industry. The critical role played by engineers in advancing sustainable urban development will be explored, with an emphasis on how knowledge-sharing and innovative solutions can enhance infrastructure and community resilience in the face of rapid urban changes.

Participants will also be invited to engage in a discussion on the evolving role of engineers in addressing future challenges, including the skills and capabilities needed to implement sustainable practices that protect urban areas and support future generations.

It is to be hosted by the Professional Development Team of the ICE Malaysia Graduate Network. The format of this session will consist of 5 minutes of introductory session to the ICE Malaysia Graduate Network and the event objectives, which is then followed by a 20-minute technical lecture from the invited speaker.

At the end of the technical lecture, attendees will be split into separate breakout groups for a 25-minute discussion on takeaways from the technical lecture, response formats for the communication task and the target audiences of the communication format. The session will be concluded after a 10-minute group feedback that is provided by the invited speaker.

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