EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN ENGINEERING

TRAINING OVERVIEW

DixonTech presents an unparalleled opportunity with our “Emotional Intelligence in Engineering” course, meticulously crafted to address the evolving demands of the engineering profession. In this intensive two-day program, participants will embark on a transformative journey to harness the power of emotional intelligence within the engineering context. Through immersive workshops, insightful discussions, and practical exercises, engineers will delve into the intricacies of self-awareness, social dynamics, and leadership, unlocking the keys to fostering productive collaborations and driving superior project outcomes. Led by seasoned industry experts, this course offers a unique blend of theoretical frameworks and hands-on applications, empowering engineers to navigate complex challenges with poise, empathy, and resilience. Join us to elevate your engineering expertise and embark on a path towards enduring professional success.

TRAINING TOPICS

• The essentials of Emotional Intelligence (EI)
• The Transition from Engineer to Leader
• Understanding your Emotions
• Providing feedback in the EI way
• Developing your EI as an Engineer

By the end of this training course, delegates will be able to

• Individually develop and identify their EI competencies
• Describe the core competencies of EI
• Understand how to motivate self and others
• Display improved competency in EI at multiple levels
• List skills needed to transition from an Engineer to a leadership role

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

• Engineers wish to develop their interpersonal skills
• Engineering Professionals moving into a leadership or senior role
• Anyone who needs to improve their competency in Emotional Intelligence
• Technical professionals transiting into a people management role
• Graduates in engineering who wish to improve their career prospects

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

At DixonTech, our “Emotional Intelligence in Engineering” course employs an innovative and dynamic training methodology designed to maximize participant engagement and skill retention. Through a combination of interactive workshops, role-playing exercises, and real-world case studies, we facilitate a hands-on learning experience that transcends traditional lecture-based approaches. Participants are actively involved in exploring and applying emotional intelligence concepts to engineering scenarios, fostering profound understanding and practical skill development. Our expert facilitators provide personalized feedback and guidance, ensuring each participant's unique learning needs are addressed. By emphasizing experiential learning and peer interaction, we create an immersive environment where engineers can enhance their emotional intelligence competencies and immediately apply them to their professional endeavours. Join us and experience a training approach that empowers engineers to thrive in today's dynamic engineering landscape.

DAY ONE:

UNDERSTANDING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE (EI)

• An introduction to EI
• Why the Term EQ was abandoned
• An EI Framework and Competencies for Engineers
• Understanding your personality
• Understanding your blind spots

DAY TWO:

THE TRANSITION FROM ENGINEER TO LEADER

• The role of the Engineer
• From technical expert to leader
• The difference between managing and leading
• Transformational and transactional leadership
• The unique needs of the engineer as a leader

DAY THREE:

DEVELOPING YOUR EI

• Improving your EI Competency as an Engineer
• Motivating yourself and others
• Ways to improve your EI
• Working on your EI as an Engineer
• Career development tool

DAY FOUR:

APPLYING YOUR EI AS AN ENGINEER

• Providing feedback in the EI way
• Cross-cultural communication
• Using active listening
• Advanced questioning skills
• Being EI  (email/SM usage)

DAY FIVE:

PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER

• Understanding motivation
• Motivating yourself and other Engineers
• Team issues an EI
• Avoiding groupthink
• Personal action planning