Journal Description
The journal is aimed at professionals, academics, students, and the general public interested in scientific and technological topics related to engineering, architecture, and design.
The journal covers a wide range of topics, including: the environment, energy, operations management, structural design, construction, sustainable cities, information and communication technologies, architectural design, cultural heritage, urban resilience, risk management, science, technology, education, and culture.
Objectives of the Journal
To disseminate research findings, case studies, best practices, and technological solutions in the fields of engineering, architecture, and design to contribute to the development and transformation of Latin American societies.
Publication Frequency
One issue is published annually.
History of the Journal
The journal originated from the proceedings of the Congress of Engineering and Architecture (CONIA). The First Congress of Engineering and Architecture was held in 2011 and was the result of the evolution of the electronics and computer science fairs, which took place between 2003 and 2009, and the Congress of Electronics and Computer Science, held in 2010. The positive reception of the Electronics and Computer Science Congress by academics and students naturally led to the establishment of a congress that would include topics relevant to all degree programs in the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture.
In El Salvador, scientific and technological publications have been scarce and sporadic over time. Therefore, we consider it important to create a space for the broader dissemination of Latin American academic output in the fields of Engineering, Architecture, and Design.
The proceedings of CONIA evolved into this publication, maintaining the university’s 1989 approach, as stated by the university: “…the fundamental focus of UCA’s research must be the national reality, but the national reality insofar as it needs and can be transformed.” Therefore, articles must aim toward the transformation of reality.
Journal Sections and Section Descriptions
The journal will be divided into the following sections:
Editorial
Articles and Essays
Case Studies and Reviews
Posters and Presentations
CONIA
1. Editorial and Opinion
This section will publish opinion pieces by the journal’s editor, its editorial board, or a researcher.
Editorial: will address a reflection on a topic of interest; aspects of the journal’s editorial policy; or a summary of the upcoming issue.
2. Articles and Essays
This section will feature original articles, review articles, and opinion pieces, as well as essays. This section will undergo double-blind peer review.
Original Articles: These will present the results of a research project. Their structure follows the IMRYD format (introduction, methodology, results, and discussion).
Essays: These are articles presenting the authors’ ideas or viewpoints on a specific topic, which they explore in depth.
3. Case Studies and Reviews
This section reports on cases or phenomena that may be of interest to the academic community.
4. Posters and Academic Presentations
Scientific posters and presentations given at seminars, conferences, and academic events will be accepted.
5. CONIA
This section will be dedicated to presentations and articles from the Engineering and Architecture Conference organized by the School of Engineering and Architecture at the José Simeón Cañas Central American University (UCA).
Target Audience
The journal is aimed at professionals, academics, students, and the general public interested in scientific and technological topics related to engineering, architecture, and design.