Fulfilling the Vocation of Humanity
A R C H I T E C T U R A L E N G I N E E R I N G - F U L F I L L I N G T H E V O C A T I O N O F H U M A N I T Y
Architectural engineers have the power to improve people’s lives with every building they create. Because of this, architectural engineers can impact many lives around the world, especially in countries where natural disasters such as hurricanes or earthquakes are common or in developing countries. Because architectural engineers are responsible for the structural components of buildings, they can ensure that the buildings in earthquake- and hurricane-prone countries have strong foundations and well-designed frames so that they are less susceptible to damage. In impoverished countries, architectural engineers can design buildings to house as many people as possible in an efficient, comfortable, and inexpensive structure. The selection of cost-efficient and innovative materials can contribute to increased affordability for people who are financially struggling and do not have homes. Architectural engineers can also design other structures such as schools to give children access to education and a pleasant learning environment. By designing buildings for countries in need, architectural engineers are fulfilling their vocations by giving people homes, workspaces, and learning spaces, keeping residents healthier and safer. Architectural engineers play a pivotal role in creating spaces that are not hazardous to the health of the inhabitants. The design of stairs, the number of emergency exits, inclusion of greenspace and living walls, all can create a space that contributes to the mental and physical well-being of its occupants.