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Last Update: March 10, 2023, 12:58 pm IST
The program will be launched in July this year and the application process for the inaugural batch will begin by the end of March (Representational Image)
The objective of the program is to equip civil engineers and architects with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage projects using minimal resources and energy requirements and with a minimal carbon footprint.
Indian Institute technology (IIT) Kanpur will start an online postgraduate level program on construction engineering. The IIT, which is to be launched by the civil engineering department of the institute by July this year, claims that this course is being launched for the first time in India.
“The program is a new addition to the unique e-Masters degree program run by the Institute and focuses on sustainable construction practices and project management. It is designed to meet the needs of the rapidly growing infrastructure and construction sectors in India Gone,” reads the official press release.
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The objective of the program is to equip civil engineers and architects with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage projects using minimal resources and energy requirements and with a minimal carbon footprint. Designed by IIT Kanpur faculties and industry experts, it will cover a range of topics including sustainable design and construction, green building materials, project management and financing for sustainable projects.
The executive-friendly format of the e-Masters degree programs at IIT Kanpur will provide professionals a flexible approach to complete the degree in anywhere between 1-3 years. The program includes IIT Kanpur campus visit, mentorship and career support.
The program will be launched in July this year and the application process for the inaugural batch will begin by the end of March.
Professor Abhay Karandikar, Director, IIT Kanpur, said, “The infrastructure and construction sectors are major contributors to India’s economy, and it is essential to address sustainability issues in this sector. To contribute to India’s overall development, we are successfully running Like all other diversified e-Masters degree programs, this program is designed to provide the right mix of academic insight and industrial skills to meet the growing needs of this fast-growing sector.This program, once launched Once done, will help in further strengthening the infrastructure and construction domain with safe and sustainable practices.” IIT Kanpur is currently running nine e-Masters degree programs from various departments.
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