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Vision, Mission and Goals
Vision
The
Vision of the department is to be a leading department in the region where
it provides the highest quality of education and develops responsible,
educated, and professional architects who are able to create a better
world through unique and effective architectural ideas and solutions.
Mission
The Mission:
Architecture is the formal
expression of the social, political, cultural, economic and environmental
forces that shape a society. In addition to the production of buildings,
architecture includes the development of ideas about the built
environment. Thus, not only it’s a profession but also a discipline that
requires both technical and intellectual competence and rigor. In light of
this understanding, the educational mission of the Department of
Architecture is as follows:
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To educate
individuals in the art and science of architecture so they can assume
leading and creative roles as architects and building professionals that
respond to the specific needs of the society. |
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To instil a commitment
with the students as to the health, safety and welfare of building users
and to enrich the quality of life. |
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To foster a critical
understanding, and exploration of the artistic, cultural, technological,
and ideological forces that impact the built environment To supply
students with the knowledge and the means to become active participants
in the intellectual discourse of the discipline of architecture. |
Goals
The
Goals: The architecture curriculum has been designed to achieve the
following goals:
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Establish an academic
center that provides for architectural consultations directed toward
professional practice on private and government levels. |
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Establish an academic
center that would provide architectural communication channels locally,
regionally, and internationally. |
STRENGTH OF THE DEPARTMENT
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The
Architecture course is a diverse group of individuals (students, faculty
and lab assistants) with a wide range of experience and a common goal of
excellence. The greatest strength of the Deptt. is the faculty with
diverse specialisation, devoted teaching and their intellect. |
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The Deptt. of
Architecture, NIT Hamirpur is the only Deptt. in the Himachal Pradesh
state. This Deptt. is undertaking the minor and major projects related
with Hill Architecture and other regional issues. The Deptt. is well
equipped to document the ancient heritage buildings, monuments and
temples. The Deptt. of Architecture is recognised nationally, the
outstanding graduates are produced as testified by their employers. |
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A good Academic
environment, with well established labs, spacious and well ventilated
class rooms, a good library to give a logical ending to the creative
ideas. |
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Multidisciplinary programs
and courses |
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Good quality educational
aids. |
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Culture of mutual respect
between faculty and students. The diverse Architectural projects can be
undertaken by the faculty and the students at regional level. |
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Respect for diversity of
views, a move towards independent thinking, and individual goals are
recognized. |
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A good amount of
pedestrian and vehicular circulation exists. The Academic zone is very
well connected with the residential zone. Less than ten minutes walk
from the hostels and residences to the Deptt. |
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