Online Certificate Courses

Smart City Professionals are specialized in urban planning principles and design; they carry out technical and financial feasibility tests for wide variety urban systems and they advocate implementation of futuristic cities. Smart city professionals are experts in urban mobility systems, resource use optimization, and information &communication technology to create an inclusive society and enhance liveability. 

Curriculum

Module 1 : Evolution of Smart Cities Development in India

DESCRIPTION

This unit is about understanding necessity of smart cities for development in India and its economy.

SCOPE

Rapid Urbanization and Urban Sprawl. 

Understanding City Planning. 

Case studies to understand different types of city planning. 

Relevance of Smart Cities to Sustainable Urban Development.

Module 2 : Planning and Development of Smart Cities

DESCRIPTION

This unit is about developing design capability to be involved in planning and implementation of upcoming 100 Smart Cities in India to enhance livability and promote sustainable and economic development.

Scope

Understanding Smart Cities and its conceptualization by different groups and locations.

Smart City Dimensions (Economy, Environment, Mobility, People, Quality of Life, Governance) 

Global Smart Cities: Case Studies

Module 3 : Smart Cities Mission : Government of India

DESCRIPTION

This unit is about understanding goals of smart cities development and implementation for a sustainable

Future as outlined by the Government of India.

Scope

Understanding the Smart Cities Mission by Government of India

Cities Selection and Current achievements of Smart Cities Mission

Learning Outcomes

• Technical know-how for Smart Cities Planning 
• Elements of Smart Cities Development 
• Strategies for Smart Cities Mission Implementation 
• Knowledge of ICT (Information and Communication technology)    
• Smart City Financing and Governance 

Who Should Attend?

• Bachelor of Engineering in Civil / Environmental / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering / Architecture
• Bachelor of Commerce / Science with interests in smart Financing and governance for smart cities

Job Prospects

• smart cities architect, Consultant, Researcher
• Urban Planner, Designer, Integration Engineer
• Data Collection Analyst, Network Security Engineer
• IoT , Cyber security, Urban Informatics analyst

Certification

After completing this course and successfully passing the certification examination, the student will be awarded the “Smart Cities - Concept and Implementation” certification.

If a learner chooses not to take up the examination, they will still get a 'Participation Certificate'