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Al-Wataniya Private University Hosts a Valuable Scientific Lecture Titled:

 Skills Syrian Youth Need to Lead the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Al-Wataniya Private University successfully hosted a significant scientific lecture yesterday, Monday, May 12, 2025, centered around the essential skills that Syrian youth must acquire to spearhead the age of Artificial Intelligence. The lecture was delivered by the esteemed Dr. Abdul Qadeer Al-War, Dean of the Faculty of Artificial Intelligence at the American Aris Meta University.

The event witnessed the distinguished presence of Dr. Hazem Milli, the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Al-Wataniya Private University, alongside Dr. Amjad Hamed Shaker, the Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering, in addition to a number of faculty members and administrative staff, all amidst a remarkable turnout of students.

Stemming from the crucial need for Syrian university students to stay abreast of the latest advancements in technology, which have become vital across all aspects of life and dynamic professional sectors, Dr. Abdul Qadeer Al-War highlighted the paramount importance of possessing digital competencies. He emphasized their critical role in the ongoing transformation of businesses and institutions, their impact on enhancing career prospects and unlocking new professional avenues, and their significance in fostering creativity, innovation, and boosting efficiency and productivity.

During his address, Dr. Al-War detailed the key digital skills that Syrian youth require in this technological era. These included mastering programming languages and developing intelligent software and applications through specialized training programs, as well as the vital skill of data analysis and artificial intelligence, which involves proficiency in data analysis tools and machine learning capabilities. He also addressed the necessity of data protection in the face of increasing cyberattacks, stressing the importance of understanding and strengthening cybersecurity and its tools.

The students also gained insights into a range of crucial digital skills, notably cloud computing, technical project management, the Internet of Things (IoT), digital design for User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX), 3D printing, and virtual and augmented reality. In this context, Dr. Al-War clarified the objectives and characteristics of the Fifth Industrial Revolution, emphasizing its reliance on digital technologies and its aim to enhance the integration between human and artificial intelligence. He further elaborated on its effects on the job market, both by changing the nature of jobs and by improving the competitiveness of companies.

Moreover, Dr. Al-War discussed the significant role of the Fifth Industrial Revolution in higher education, asserting its necessity for improving the quality of education and bridging the skills gap, in addition to its role in promoting innovation and design, particularly in fields such as architectural, civil, and communication engineering. He also highlighted its importance in elevating the quality of scientific research and fostering the integration between humans and technology. Dr. Al-War concluded by underscoring the urgent need for Syrian students and youth to develop effective communication skills, critical thinking, the ability to analyze facts and connect accurate information, and to engage in design, innovation, and adaptation to rapid changes. These skills, he affirmed, will undoubtedly qualify them to lead the advancement of artificial intelligence and drive development and progress in the country.