Designing for Community Impact in Civil Engineering

Calling all civil engineers who want to build a better future! This session dives deep into the critical concept of community impact in civil engineering projects.

Professor Xi Wang, Ph.D. will explore her course, "Community Impact Assessment," which equips engineers to analyze the social, environmental, and economic effects of infrastructure projects on communities.

In this talk, you'll learn:

• The Importance of Community Focus: Why civil engineers need to shift their perspective from solely technical considerations to understanding the human impact of their projects.
• A Holistic Approach: How to assess the full spectrum of impacts, encompassing environmental sustainability, social equity, and economic development.
• Real-World Applications: Explore case studies that showcase how to integrate community impact assessment into various project scales, from urban planning to specific residential areas.
• Bridging the Gap Between Engineers and Communities: Discover strategies to foster communication and collaboration throughout the design process, leading to projects that are not just functional but also meet community needs.