Region - Educational Research and Reviews

This study addresses the insufficient integration of AI technology with project management competency development in engineering education during the digital transformation of the construction industry. Through analyzing practical demands for professional talent cultivation, we explore AI-assisted teaching pathways. The research discusses two key aspects: the synergy between technological application and pedagogical leadership, and the alignment of scenario-based simulations with industry needs. We propose two guiding principles: synergistic integration of AI tools and faculty guidance, as well as contextualized project management scenarios with AI simulation adaptation. Three implementation strategies are developed: creating AI-powered scenario-based simulation modules, utilizing AI-generated risk analysis reports, and establishing AI-driven personalized diagnostic systems. The "principle-guided implementation" collaborative training framework identified in this study effectively resolves the disconnect between technology and pedagogy while addressing targeted training gaps, providing actionable solutions for universities to enhance students' project management competencies in engineering education.