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Analyzing Competency Level of Architectural Designers and Its Improvement Measures

건축 설계인력의 역량 수준 분석 및 향상방안

  • Shin, Won-Sang (Construction Engineer Policy Institute of Korea) ;
  • Lee, Jun-Yong (Dept. of Construction Engineering, Semyung University) ;
  • Son, Chang-Baek (Dept. of Architectural Engineering, Semyung University)
  • Received : 2023.07.20
  • Accepted : 2023.08.16
  • Published : 2023.09.30
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Abstract

This study examined the current and future competency levels of architectural designers. It identified areas that urgently need improvement for future competency enhancement and suggested measures for such improvements. The analysis highlighted deficiencies in key competencies like planning, coordination, integration, and leadership, both at the individual and organizational levels of architectural designers. Additionally, job competencies were found to be lacking, especially in building design contracts and BIM design areas across all tiers. Currently, there's a lack of adequate education to enhance the individual competency of architectural designers. The education content, organized by job roles, lacks systematic structure. Urgent improvements are needed in the technical education system for architectural designers; these include the expansion of educational programs aimed at strengthening practical competency and the reinforcement of relevance and timeliness of educational content in response to evolving times and technological advancements. A noteworthy approach is the adoption of British education models, which emphasize practical training and individual competencies. If tailored to domestic conditions, this could substantially enhance the well-rounded skill set of architectural designers, unlike the current situation in Korea.

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Acknowledgement

본 성과는 정부(과학기술정보통신부)의 재원으로 한국연구재단의 지원을 받아 수행된 연구임(NRF-2021R1A2C2006065).

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