With $2.5 Million in Strategic Funding, the University of Florida Plans To Advance the Field of Industrialized Construction Engineering

The University of Florida announced $2.5 million in strategic funding from the office of UF President Ben Sasse aimed at advancing the field of industrialized construction engineering.

Rapid advances in technology have created a need for the University of Florida to bolster its presence in this dynamic space. From AI to robotic automation, this funding will support a wide range of projects and programs including a new undergraduate degree program in industrialized construction engineering that will focus on environmental stewardship and teach students resilient construction practices.

Kirk Hatfield, Ph.D., director of the Engineering School of Sustainable Infrastructure & Environment, says this collaborative effort is about supporting students.

““Collaborating with the College of Design, Construction and Planning isn’t solely about advancing technology; it’s about advancing opportunities for students, the university, and communities that will be positively impacted,” said Hatfield. “This collaboration is a testament to our commitment to creating a future where knowledge, innovation, and societal impact converge.”

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