How engineering and technology sectors are derailed by legislations: A case study of Pakistan

Umar, Tariq; Umeokafor, Nnedinma; Zia, Asad; Egbu, Charles; Ahmed, Sa'id; Saidani, Messaoud

Abstract

The engineering profession play a vital role in the socio-economic development of societies and contribute to the GDP of countries. This role, however, can be derailed by legislations that regulate such profession. This paper investigates the impacts of legislations on engineering profession in developing countries. The case of Pakistan where engineering profession is regulated by the Pakistan Engineering Council Act has been considered. A qualitative research approach in which 66 documents related to legislations, law cases, international standards, and practices, qualification frameworks have been reviewed to assess the impact of legislation on technology education and employment. Six semi-structured interviews were conducted with government officials to get their stance on the subject matter. The finding suggests that the absolute purpose of this legislation was to regulate the engineering profession, however, wrong interpretation of this regulation has barred qualified technology graduates from the practice of engineering within the country. The faulty regulations are required to be revisited enabling graduates to contribute to the development of Pakistan.

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Aug 21, 2024
• Online Publication Date: Aug 27, 2024
• Deposit Date: Aug 27, 2024
• Publicly Available Date: Aug 28, 2025
• Journal: Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers - Management, Procurement and Law
• Print ISSN: 1751-4304
• Electronic ISSN: 1751-4312
• Publisher: Thomas Telford
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1680/jmapl.24.00004
• Keywords: Engineering Profession, Education & training, Government, Legislations, Pakistan
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/12797717