| Title |
Analyzing Competency Level of Architectural Designers and Its Improvement Measures |
| Authors |
신원상(Shin, Won-Sang) ; 이준용(Lee, Jun-Yong) ; 손창백(Son, Chang-Baek) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2023.39.9.229 |
| Keywords |
Architectural Designers; Design Firm; Competency Level; Improvement Measures |
| Abstract |
This study examined the current and future competency levels of architectural designers. It identified areas that urgently need improvement
for future competency enhancement and suggested measures for such improvements. The analysis highlighted deficiencies in key competencies
like planning, coordination, integration, and leadership, both at the individual and organizational levels of architectural designers. Additionally,
job competencies were found to be lacking, especially in building design contracts and BIM design areas across all tiers. Currently, there’s a
lack of adequate education to enhance the individual competency of architectural designers. The education content, organized by job roles,
lacks systematic structure. Urgent improvements are needed in the technical education system for architectural designers; these include the
expansion of educational programs aimed at strengthening practical competency and the reinforcement of relevance and timeliness of
educational content in response to evolving times and technological advancements. A noteworthy approach is the adoption of British education
models, which emphasize practical training and individual competencies. If tailored to domestic conditions, this could substantially enhance the
well-rounded skill set of architectural designers, unlike the current situation in Korea. |