Summary
The Jeju Declaration, adopted during CECAR10 (2025, Jeju, Korea), strongly aligns with the mission of ACECC TC33 — advancing AI education and fostering responsible innovation in Civil Engineering. It stands out as a forward-thinking call to action, emphasizing that in the era of AI and automation, true progress in Civil Engineering must remain human-centered — prioritizing inclusivity, ethics, and community well-being while embracing digital transformation.
By linking technological innovation with human values, the declaration reinforces TC33’s commitment to equipping engineers with the digital and ethical tools needed to design smarter, more resilient, and more equitable infrastructure systems across the region.
Overview
The declaration reaffirms the Civil Engineering community’s dedication to sustainability, inclusivity, and technological advancement. It highlights the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and smart technologies in shaping the next generation of infrastructure and engineering education.
AI and Smart Technologies in Civil Engineering
AI, IoT, and data analytics are identified as essential tools for improving the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of infrastructure systems. These technologies enable the creation of intelligent, adaptive systems that interact with both users and the environment in real time. The declaration envisions AI as a cornerstone for smarter design, construction, and management practices throughout the infrastructure lifecycle.
Education and Professional Development
Education is positioned as the foundation of progress. The declaration calls for integrating AI and digital technologies into Civil Engineering curricula and lifelong learning initiatives, ensuring that engineers across generations are prepared to lead in the development of smart and resilient communities.
Vision for the Future
Through these commitments, the Jeju Declaration advances a vision for a human-centered, technology-enabled, and sustainability-driven Civil Engineering profession — one that harnesses AI and automation to enhance human capability rather than replace it, ensuring innovation serves people and society first.
Highlights
- Aligns with TC33’s mission on AI education and innovation.
- Promotes human-centered approaches in the AI era.
- Calls for digital transformation in Civil Engineering education.
- Emphasizes inclusivity, ethics, and sustainability.
- Advances collaboration and resilience across the region.