Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10285905 | Design Studies | 2005 | 31 Pages |
Abstract
This paper seeks to address omissions in previous research by identifying a future competency profile for design engineers. A three-phase methodology using both quantitative and qualitative methods was employed. A competency profile for the future design engineer, 10 years hence, was generated. The profile consisted of 42 competencies divided into the following six competency groups (in descending order of criticality): personal attributes, project management, cognitive strategies, cognitive abilities, technical ability, and communication. Furthermore, non-technical competencies were forecast to become increasingly important in the future. Results were discussed with reference to their implications for the design engineering industry.
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Authors
Mark A. Robinson, Paul R. Sparrow, Chris Clegg, Kamal Birdi,