Certification in Sustainable Engineering and Smart Cities
This 9-month advanced certification program equips professionals with essential knowledge in sustainable engineering and smart cities. Delivered by IISc's Centre for Continuing Education, it covers renewable energy, smart city analytics, waste management, and low-carbon infrastructure. The program combines 216 hours of interactive learning with hands-on projects and two 3-day campus visits.
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Course Start Date:
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Application Deadline:
14th Nov, 2025
Duration:
9 Months
₹ 3,20,000
Overview
The program offers comprehensive training in sustainable engineering and smart cities through IISc's expertise. Led by distinguished faculty, it combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications across nine key modules including renewable energy, data analytics, and waste management.
Why Technology & Analytics?
Our program stands out through its blend of academic excellence and practical relevance. Learn from India's #1 ranked institution, gain hands-on experience through campus visits, and benefit from expert mentorship in the growing field of sustainable engineering.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
Industry-aligned curriculum
Live interactive sessions
216 hours of immersive learning
Two 3-day campus visits
Projected-based learning
Certification from IISc
Who is this programme for?
Working professionals in engineering
Urban planners and architects
Environmental engineers
Consultants and policymakers
Sustainability professionals
Minimum Eligibility
B.Tech/B.E/B.Arch/B.Plan/M.Plan/MSc with min 50% marks
Minimum 1 year experience required
Who is the programme for?
The admission process combines academic credentials review with professional experience evaluation. Candidates must have relevant educational background with minimum 50% marks and preferably 1+ years of work experience.
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The curriculum spans nine comprehensive modules covering technology management, design principles, data analytics, ICT, renewable energy, water treatment, infrastructure, transportation, and waste management.
There are 9 semesters in this course
The program delivers an integrated learning experience through faculty-led sessions, hands-on projects, and case studies. It emphasizes practical applications while building theoretical foundations in sustainable engineering principles.
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Module 6
Module 7
Module 8
Module 9
Programme Length
The 9-month program offers weekend classes in a flexible learning format, featuring an executive-friendly schedule tailored to professionals.
Whom you will learn from?
Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.
Instructors
Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, IISc
Prof. G.L. Sivakumar Babu, a professor at IISc, specializes in Geotechnical Engineering. His research focuses on risk and reliability applications, geosynthetics, reinforced soil structures, environmental geotechnology, sustainable engineering, earthquake geotechnical engineering, and geotechnics for disaster mitigation. He is also an associate faculty at the Centre for Sustainable Technologies.
Associate Professor, Centre for Sustainable Technologies
Dr. Lakshminarayana Rao is an Associate Professor at the Centre for Sustainable Technologies, IISc. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from McGill University, Canada. His research focuses on plasma technology, including thermal and non-thermal plasmas. He is particularly interested in plasma-activated water and its applications. Dr. Rao has six U.S. patents, over 61 peer-reviewed journal articles, and more than 45 conference proceedings.
Tuition Fee
The program fee is ₹3,20,000 + 18% GST with various payment options including EMI schemes. Additional campus visit costs are based on actuals.
Fee Structure
Payment options
Financing options
Financial Aid
Learning Experience
The program utilizes a blended learning approach combining online sessions with campus immersions. Students benefit from interactive digital platform access and hands-on laboratory experience.
University Experience
Experience learning at India's premier research institution with access to state-of-the-art facilities and renowned faculty expertise
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About the University
Established in 1909 with active support from Jamsetji Tata, IISc is India's premier public research university located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The institute has evolved into a leading institution for higher education and advanced research in science, engineering, design, and management. With over 40 departments and centers, IISc offers diverse programs spanning sciences, engineering, and technology, maintaining its position as a global leader in research and innovation
#211
QS world ranking
#251-300*
The world ranking
2
NIRF overall rank
Affiliation & Recognition
Institute of Eminence
NAAC
all indian university
Imperial college london
Faculties
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Instructor
Distinguished Biomedical Engineering Expert and Medical Device Innovator
Hardik J. Pandya serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Electronic Systems Engineering at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore, where he leads three laboratories focused on biomedical device development. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from IIT Delhi and postdoctoral research at both the University of Maryland and Harvard Medical School. His research focuses on developing minimally invasive and non-invasive diagnostic technologies for cancer and neurological conditions, with particular emphasis on brain, breast, head, and neck cancer diagnosis, as well as e-nose applications for diabetes screening. His significant contributions to the field are evidenced by 10 granted patents, 17 filed patents, and over 66 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals including Nature Microsystems and Nanoengineering. His excellence has been recognized through multiple awards including the Early Career Research Award (2017), ISSS Young Scientist Award (2020), and the DST Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship (2023). As a technical advisor to two Indian MedTech firms and founder of Scilogic Applied Research Private Limited, he actively works to translate biomedical innovations from laboratory to market.
Career services
IISc provides comprehensive career support through its Office of Career and Counselling and Placement (OCCAP). The institution offers extensive placement assistance, including pre-placement talks, training sessions, and grooming activities. Students receive personalized career guidance, interview preparation, and access to industry connections. The placement cell works closely with over 3,500 corporate partners to ensure strong placement outcomes and career growth opportunities. The institute maintains impressive placement records across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, with particular emphasis on research and technology sectors
86LPA
highest package
28LPA
average package
100%
placement rate
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Course Start Date:
Starting Soon
Application Deadline:
14th Nov, 2025
Duration:
9 Months
₹ 3,20,000
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