Smart Systems, Smarter Engineers | Asst. Prof. Jaysern Jia Yew Pang | TEDxPOWIIS Youth

AI and Engineering Landscape - AI is rapidly transforming various aspects of life, from personalized recommendations to predictive maintenance [1][4][5][14][15][16] - The integration of AI raises concerns about job displacement for engineers and the need for continuous upskilling [7][11] - Engineers play a crucial role in designing AI systems with ethics, logic, and empathy, ensuring they benefit humanity [9][12][18][19] - AI is smart but lacks wisdom, highlighting the importance of human oversight and ethical considerations in AI development [18][19] Essential Skills for Engineers in the AI Era - Critical thinking is paramount for engineers to approach problems from different perspectives and innovate [21][22] - Creativity is essential for transforming dreams into innovative solutions [23] - Collaboration is crucial for engineers from diverse fields to work together effectively [24][25] - Communication skills are vital for conveying ideas, solving problems, and programming AI systems [25][26] Real-world Applications and Future Outlook - AI can be used to monitor driver behavior in real-time to prevent accidents [27][30] - A project to monitor driver behavior is expected to be commercialized within 6 months, with 97,000 ringgit awarded by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) [28] - Malaysia needs 30,000 more engineers in the next 10 years, with 508% of students taking STEM educations [31]