COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES IN CONSTRUCTION: PEDAGOGICAL, TECHNICAL, AND INDUSTRIAL PERSPECTIVES

Abstract

The rapid evolution of digital tools and computer technologies has significantly transformed the construction industry, impacting every stage of the building lifecycle from design, planning, and structural analysis to project management, sustainability evaluation, and facility maintenance. This paper examines the role of computer technologies in modern construction by situating them within both educational and professional contexts, with particular attention given to their methodological, technical, and practical implications. Using the IMRaD scientific article format, the study systematically reviews and synthesizes research on how digital technologies—including Building Information Modeling (BIM), Computer-Aided Design (CAD), structural simulation, geographic information systems (GIS), project management software, and artificial intelligence applications—are reshaping construction practices and higher education curricula in civil engineering and architecture. The research employs a mixed-method approach, combining theoretical analysis of pedagogical and technological literature, surveys with engineering students and professionals, and case-based examination of construction projects where digital systems were integral to efficiency and sustainability outcomes. Findings reveal that the integration of computer technologies significantly enhances accuracy, efficiency, interdisciplinary collaboration, and sustainability in construction, while in educational contexts it improves student motivation, visualization ability, and preparedness for industry demands. However, challenges such as digital infrastructure costs, training requirements, and resistance to change persist. The study argues that the future of construction education and practice depends on a strategic balance between traditional engineering knowledge and innovative computer technologies, ensuring that professionals retain fundamental design and problem-solving skills while effectively leveraging advanced digital tools.