This 2022 Barometer sets forth the training trends among professionals and human resources managers in the engineering sector.
The PHAROS Barometer 2022 for businesses, presented on June 14 by Andrés Serrano y Juan Antonio Cuartero, managing partners of Structuralia, along with Manuel Tourné, the company's operations manager, reveals the most significant data on training trends for more than 80,000 professionals who are continuously receiving training through the platforms PHAROS e IKLOX. Below, we'll share the key points discussed during the report's presentation PHAROS Barometer 2022 and what have been the most striking results.
What are PHAROS and IKLOX?
PHAROS and IKLOX are the Lifelong Learning Service (LLS), comprehensive and ongoing training services that are part of Structuralia since 2018. IKLOX is geared toward professionals who want to develop specific skills and stay at the cutting edge of knowledge in their field. PHAROS, on the other hand, specializes in providing solutions for companies, helping managers human resources, training y executives the development of personalized and specialized training plans for all its employees based on their specific needs. All of this with a single license, in a way that unlimited and more than 800 courses in over 30 fields: engineering, construction, BIM, the environment, energy, digital transformation, etc.
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The 2022 Business Barometer
The launch event, designed for human resources managers, attracted more than 600 registrations from professionals. During the videoconference, which lasted a little over an hour, the most important findings regarding training trends among professionals from more than 100 countries in the industries of engineering, construction, infrastructure, energy y new technologies.
The formation of more than 80,000 students active, based on a total of more than 250,000 registrations in courses across all categories. During the event, it became clear which courses are most in demand among professionals—by age, specialty, or degree—and, for example, how companies are training their employees based on their specific industry or the region where they are located.
What are professionals looking for?
As a starting point, we found that the profiles most commonly being trained in PHAROS are those of professionals in civil engineering (41.5%), followed by other degrees (non-engineering) and industrial engineers and electrical (12.8%).
Professionals by Degree Program: Who Is Currently Enrolling in PHAROS? 2022 Barometer Event
Within the framework of the civil engineering, The most popular courses are “Lean Construction” y “BIM Methodology”, an example of the interest in striving for maximum efficiency in management. Although they fall under the Software category, courses such as “AutoCAD Civil 3D” y “Microsoft Project» They are also in high demand.
Engineers in the industrial and electrical sectors mostly opt for courses such as “High-Voltage Substations”, a figure that is higher than that of courses such as “Solar Energy” o “New Energy Storage Technologies” as a challenge. It is also linked to the renewable energy. The interest in courses such as “Combined Cycles» Given the need to work on developing alternative energy sources, such as those derived from fossil fuels. Among the technology courses, the most popular ones include “Power BI” y “Programming with Code: Python», reflecting concerns about data processing.
Of the more than 800 courses, “Finance for Non-Financial Professionals” It ranks first with a total of 2,718 enrollments, aiming to apply all the training and knowledge to business. This course is popular among younger students and, more broadly, among professionals in the engineering sector, reflecting a growing emphasis on strengthening financial skills and a strong interest in courses outside the sector itself.
The same is true for courses such as “AutoCAD 2018” y “Presto 17”. Although it is surprising how much prominence it is gaining BIM y There is a call to train professionals in this discipline, which can provide a significant competitive advantage. Globally, the most popular category is Software with more than 15,000 registrations, followed by BIM.
Does the region make a difference?
According to data collected in Spain, the predominant category is Electric power generation and transmission, responding to the country’s challenge of producing renewable energy, given that Spain is widely recognized as a leader in the generation of clean and alternative energy. According to a recent report by Red Eléctrica for the year 2021: »Spain was the country that generated the most energy from wind and solar power.».
Furthermore, we must not lose sight of our firm commitment to continuing the energy transition toward the use of electric cars in the future. In addition, we are advancing our expertise in new technologies through courses in “Programming with Code: Python” e “Introduction to Cybersecurity” expressing clear concern about the Big Data. Not to mention the importance they are gaining “Artificial Intelligence» y “Blockchain Technology and DTL.”.
During the presentation of the Barometer, the category was highlighted extensively Soft Skills as one of the areas of greatest interest in courses such as “Adapting to Remote Work,” “Negotiation Skills,” and “Assertive Communication.” Communication is becoming increasingly important, and the data reflects this.
In Latin America The data collected shows how the trend in Spain serves as an early indicator of future demand in those countries. Among more than 57,020 registrations analyzed, it was possible to identify gaps in knowledge and skills related to new technologies—skills that are now beginning to be in demand—whereas, in comparison with Spain, such knowledge ranks among the highest.
Professionals in Latin America lack strengths in Big Data, training programs that are not among the most in-demand there; therefore, companies are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to train their employees in technologies and applications such as BIM, Big Data, and Python, which have been so successful in other countries. It is reaffirmed that these training programs are also an important part of companies’ strategies and their development.
Most Popular Training Categories in Latin America in 2022. Barometer 2022 Event
Do preferences vary by age?
According to the study by age group, students under 35 are focusing their training on software in courses such as “AutoCAD,” “Presto,” “Clip,” and “Microsoft Project,” in response to the demands of companies that require high-level skills in this area, and thus meet industry requirements. This is in stark contrast to office automation courses, where Only 9% of users are under 35, possibly because these programs are easier to use. On the other hand, People over 55 are enhancing their soft skills.
The trend in New Technologies training is surprising, as it shows a very similar level of interest across all age groups, with approximately 12% users. The results are quite different when technology courses are broken down by age, as younger users tend to choose Python and Big Data, while older users prefer courses such as “Blockchain” or “Artificial Intelligence.”.
Professional Registration Worldwide by Age Group and Education Level. Barometer 2022 Event
Training by Industry
LEach company's training needs depend largely on the sector to which it belongs, but according to the study conducted using the PHAROS Barometer, trends in the engineering sector serve as a benchmark for other sectors, such as construction and energy.
The engineering sector is promoting its training programs in Electric Power Generation and Transmission and BIM, both of which have more than 2,000 enrolled students. Although New Technologies continues to attract professionals to courses in “Python,” “Big Data,» and “Power BI”—courses that are also popular among energy companies and public developers—it is worth noting that in the construction sector, this category (New Technologies) does not rank among the top ten.
In the construction industry It was evident that there is a high level of training in software, which was the leading category with 7,000 enrollments—a significant difference compared to engineering firms, which have fewer than 2,000. Also noteworthy is the interest among its professionals in “Finance for Financial Professionals,» along with various training programs that highlight the great utility of Big Data.
The energy companies They are also—as one might expect—focusing on the Electric Power Generation and Transmission category, leading the way in courses in this sector with “High-Voltage Substations» and “Combined Cycle Power Plants.” Meanwhile, companies that develop public infrastructure They focus primarily on soft skills.
BIM and Software?
About 100 courses cover the BIM and Software categories, with “AutoCAD 2018” and “Presto 17” ranking first. What stands out in the results is that a tool more commonly associated with other professional profiles—such as “Photoshop”—is one of the most sought-after courses among people over 55, ranking 11th among all courses in these categories.
Summary, the PHAROS Barometer 2022 It has highlighted the high demand for training in new technologies due to the ongoing digital transformation. The study provides human resources professionals and training managers at companies in sectors such as engineering, construction, and energy with insights into trends among the professionals working at their companies.for businesses. At Structuralia, we have decided to make it freely available for use by any professional or business.
We encourage you to give it a try! You can conduct your own searches using the search tool, generate your own customized reports, and draw your own conclusions.
Sources:
Reports on Renewable Energy and the Electric Power System (June 2022) – Red Eléctrica
