20 July 2018
Smart Cities & Engineering for Sustainable Architecture
EPF - ESTP Paris Summer Programme on Smart Cities & Engineering for Sustainable Architecture offers an in-depth study on topics such as engineering for eco-cities and smart cities, green issues, city planning and architecture for the future.
Mainly designed for Undergraduate and Master students with a major in Engineering or Architecture, the programme is composed of 2 modules:
• The module in Paris (Cachan) focuses on topics such as eco-cities and smart cities, city planning, spatial planning and economic issues for sustainable development.
• The module in Troyes focuses on practical application using innovative teaching methods and modern technology.
A ten-day-workshop based on a real case study suggested by the division of Urban and Sustainable Planning of Troyes will be organized. Students will be evaluated at the end of the programme and will receive 6 ECTS credits upon successful completion of the modules.
ACADEMIC TOPICS
• Smart cities
• Sustainable architecture and urban planning
• Engineering for resilient cities and buildings
• Indoor thermal & acoustic comfort in home design
• Energy efficiency in buildings
• Bio-sourced building materials
• Renewable energy resources integration in smart cities
• Energy-efficient districts
• Future cities and big data
• Research methodology on sustainable development projects
CULTURAL VISITS AND FIELD TRIPS
• Museum for Architecture and Cultural Heritage, Paris
• Bateaux mouches cruise on the Seine river, Paris
• Visit of the Domain and Castle of Sceaux
• Visit of Troyes medieval City center, organized by the Urban and Sustainable Planning Department of Troyes’ City Hall
• Visit of a Champagne vineyard in the Champagne-Ardennes region
All students will be initiated to the French language in addition to cultural visits, which will contribute to a perfect understanding of the local social and professional environment.
Target group
Mainly designed for Undergraduate and Master students with a major in Engineering or Architecture.
Fee info
EUR 2500: The programme fee of 2.500 euros covers:
• Tuition and documentation
• Welcome and farewell events
• Access to EPF and ESTP Paris facilities
• Free internet access
• Official programme certificate
• Cultural and social events
• Transfers from Cachan Campus to Troyes Campus
• Lodging expenses for 3 weeks
For students coming from universities in partnership with EPF and ESTP Paris, a special fee of 2.250 euros may apply. A group discount may be awarded.
Living expenses, individual insurances and visa fees are not included.