#NationalEngineeringDay: Addressing global challenges through systems thinking

In support of #NationalEngineeringDay we are highlighting the need to not only encourage more young people into engineering careers but also to shine a light on the variety of skills that are required, particularly in advancing the infrastructure sector. In UKCRIC our collective strength is in working out how to develop cities and infrastructure in ways that are sustainable. Systems thinking is at the heart of this. Achieving net zero and climate resilience, providing security in our infrastructure, and moving towards a circular economy and promoting biodiversity. These are systems-level challenges that demand systems-based solutions.

In partnership with the Built Environment Connective, UKCRIC Services recently launched the first listing of UK courses that apply systems thinking to the built environment to improve and create buildings, infrastructure, and human-made constructions.

The prospectus lists courses that will equip students and professionals to tackle intricate problems and pursue better outcomes from our systemically complex and connected built environment.

A career in engineering really is so diverse and involves multiple disciplines beyond the typical and outdated view of an engineer in a hard hat and carrying a spanner! Tackling engineering challenges means solving some of the planets biggest challenges.

Download the prospectus: Systems Thinking in the Built Environment