Welcome to the Transforming Construction Skills Conference
The Digital Academy for Sustainable Built Environment (DASBE) is at the forefront of efforts to upskill the construction sector across energy efficiency, digital technologies, circular economy and sustainability. DASBE is a collaboration between two Technological Universities (TUS & ATU) and two industry partners (Irish Green Building Council & Tipperary Energy Agency) and exemplifies the collaborative effort required to innovate how new skills can be developed in the sector.
The Transforming Construction Skills Conference brings together leading educators, industry representatives and experts to showcase collaborative efforts to respond to the multiple challenges of the decarbonising buildings, expanding the circular economy and adapting digital technologies. Speakers from Ireland and EU will highlight their experiences in responding to these challenges and reflect on what else needs to be done in the transformation journey.
Conference Themes
The conference has three parallel themes:
Impact – This will focus on emphasising the impact that the DASBE initiative has had on learners, partner companies and organisations. It will also explore future needs and responses needed across the sector
Innovation – These sessions will showcase current and emerging technologies which have been applied within the DASBE project such as Virtual Reality. BIM speakers will emphasise how the use of these technologies can be used to enhance the educational experience and deliver high quality sustainable buildings.
Integration – DASBE has worked extensively with multiple stakeholders Nationally and Internationally to identify opportunities to enhance learner pathways. The speakers in these sessions will demonstrate the value of further and higher education collaboration, opportunities for professional training and present examples of EU initiatives addressing education, training and skills.
Who Should Attend?
This conference is for those who are interested in finding solutions to the skills challenges within the built environment. Meet with industry experts, explore the solutions developed by the DASBE team and their partners and discuss new and emerging opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
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Programmes
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Speakers
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Sessions
20+
Industry projects
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Agenda and Information
The conference will focus on the themes of Impact, Innovation and Integration. Topics covered will include the impact of DASBE on employees/employers; collaboration and connections between further and higher education; micro-credentials and digital badges as well as future trends and developments.
Opening Session
09:30 -
10:00
Administration
Sign in to the conference, and pick up your name badge, and conference information pack.
10:00 -
10:20
Speech
10:20 -
10:40
Speech
10:40 -
11:00
Presentation
11:00 -
11:30
Break
Take a pause from the stimulating discussions and presentations for brief interlude!
Morning Sessions
The Morning Sessions will deal with Current and Completed DASBE activities and results. Sessions are divided into three categories; Impact, Innovation, and Integration. Please note that Sessions are running concurrently.
11:30 -
11:35
Administration
Each speaker in these sessions for Impact, Innovation, and Integration brings a unique perspective, expertise, and dedicated interest to their topic of discussion.
Impact
11:35 -
12:00
Presentation
12:00 -
12:25
Presentation
12:25 -
12:45
Presentation
Innovation
11:35 -
12:00
Presentation
12:00 -
12:25
Presentation
12:25 -
12:45
Presentation
12:25 -
12:45
Presentation
Integration
11:35 -
12:00
Presentation
12:00 -
12:25
Presentation
12:25 -
12:45
Presentation
12:45 -
14:00
Break
Refuel with some lunch in the EXPO area! View the available Exhibition Stands!
Afternoon Sessions
The Afternoon Sessions will deal with Future/Emerging Trends and Training Needs. Sessions are divided into three categories; Impact, Innovation, and Integration. Please note that Sessions (excluding the Panel Discussion) are running concurrently.
14:00 -
14:05
Administration
Each speaker in these sessions for Impact, Innovation, and Integration brings a unique perspective, expertise, and dedicated interest to their topic of discussion.
Impact
14:05 -
14:30
Presentation
14:30 -
14:55
Presentation
14:55 -
15:15
Presentation
Innovation
14:05 -
15:15
Discussion
Topics will include: Modular Circular Solutions, Skills Mapping, Regenerative Design, Adaptive Reuse of Buildings, Deep and Circular Renovation, Bio-Based Construction, Sustainable Infrastructure, Biochar Cement, Value-Centric Approaches, and Built Environment Roadmap.
Dr. Mark Kelly, ATU; Patrick Daly, TU Dublin; Gloria Callinan and Martin Breen, TUS; Dr. Emma Campbell, Queens University Belfast; Liam Heaphy, University of Galway; Joseph Little, TU Dublin; Dr. Aimee Byrne, TU Dublin; Dr. Joe Harrington, MTU; Dr. Damian Coughlan, University of Limerick; Dr. Rory Doherty, Queens University Belfast; Dr. Claudia Roessing, Maynooth University.
Integration
14:05 -
13:30
Presentation
14:30 -
14:55
Presentation
14:55 -
15:15
Presentation
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion
Emerging Trends, Needs, and Opportunities in Training in the Construction Sector
15:15 - 16:05
Panel Discussion Moderator:
Seamus Hoyne
Dean of Flexible and Work Place Learning, TUS
Closing Session
16:05 -
16:15
Speech
16:15 -
16:15
Administration
Close out of the Transforming Construction Skills Conference 2024.
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Conference Speakers
Listen, Learn, and Be Inspired by the Impact, Innovation, and Integration taking place in the construction sector!
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Partners and Funding Contributers
The Digital Academy for Sustainable Built Environment (DASBE) project is funded under the Human Capital Initiative Pillar 3 programme. DASBE, coordinated by the TUS, with partners in ATU, Tipperary Energy Agency and Irish Green Building Council.
Exhibitors
A number of exhibitors will be present at the conference. If you are interested in being an exhibitor, please contact the DASBE Project.
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Venue Information
The Midlands Park Hotel is in the centre of Portlaoise located right in front of the train station and a short 5-minute walk from the bus station. The hotel has access to the M7 meaning Dublin Airport is easily accessible at an hour’s drive away.