23.20. Training and Workforce Development

Try these first

1. 1.

   What skills are necessary for engineers working with robotics in tunneling?

   Hint

   Think about the type of tools and environments they will be working in.

2. 2.

   Why is safety training important for engineers and technicians?

   Hint

   Consider the environments in which tunneling takes place.

3. 3.

   What is a critical skill needed for engineers working with robotic systems in tunneling?

   • Project Management
   • Programming
   • Scheduling

   Hint

   Consider what engineers need to control technology.

4. 4.

   True or False: Engineers no longer need safety training when they work with robotics.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the environments they are working in.

5. 5.

   As a project manager, design a comprehensive training program for engineers entering the robotic tunneling space that must cover both technical skills and safety procedures.

   Hint

   Consider including both theoretical and practical training opportunities.

6. 6.

   Analyze how the rise of automation via robotics could impact job availability in the tunneling industry and suggest training adaptations that could mitigate negative effects.

   Hint

   Think about existing jobs and where they may evolve or change.