About Wenderyu
Dr. Wen-der Yu (余文德) Distinguished Professor, Department of Construction Engineering, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan.
| Education |
BS, National Central University, Taiwan. MSCE, Purdue University, USA. Ph.D., Purdue University, USA. |
| Certification |
Professional Civil Engineering, PCC, Taiwan. IPMA Project Manager (Level B), IPMA. PMP, PMI. |
| Professional Experience |
Senior Engineer, Taiwan High Speed Rail Bureau, MOTC, Taiwan. Professor, Department of Construction Engineering, Chung Hua University, Taiwan. Professor, Department of Construction and Civil Engineering, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan. |
| Administrative Experience |
Chairman, Department of Construction Engineering, Chung Hua University, Taiwan. Dean of Student Affairs, Chung Hua University, Taiwan. Dean of International and Cross-Strait Cooperation, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan. Assistant Vice President for International Affairs, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan. |
| Research Field | Deep learning-based AI techniques for Construction Engineering and Management (CEM), Heterogeneous procurement and bidding optimisation in construction projects, Knowledge-based systems for CEM, Technology innovation based on patent analysis in the construction industry, Building Information Modelling (BIM). |
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