IIT Roorkee Partners with Ansys for Govt. of India's CBDE Program, Promoting Design and Entrepreneurship

IIT Roorkee Partners with Ansys for Govt. of India's CBDE Program, Promoting Design and Entrepreneurship

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New Delhi, Updated on Oct 3, 2024 12:41 IST

IIT Roorkee and Ansys have teamed up to cultivate a culture of design thinking and entrepreneurship across Indian higher education institutions. Know details here

IIT Roorkee Partners with Ansys

IIT Roorkee Partners with Ansys

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has joined forces with Ansys Software Private Limited (Ansys, NASDAQ: ANSS) to empower its students in entrepreneurship through the Capacity Building on Design and Entrepreneurship (CBDE) program, launched by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. This initiative aims to cultivate a culture of design thinking and entrepreneurship across Indian higher education institutions.

CBDE Program: Promoting Design and Entrepreneurship

As part of the CBDE program, Ansys has pledged to provide top-up fellowships, with a preference for female MTech students, to encourage social entrepreneurship. This initiative will equip students with the resources and support needed to create technology-based solutions addressing societal challenges. Such collaborative efforts not only empower these students but also strengthen higher education institutions in fostering a culture of design thinking and entrepreneurship development within their programs.

Highlighting the importance of the Ansys fellowship, Prof. K. K. Pant, Director of IIT Roorkee, said, “These fellowships together with the supportive environment and resources available on campus will inspire our students, especially our female students, to contribute towards technology-driven solutions for societal advancement and thus fulfilling the objectives of Viksit Bharat 2047”

Mike Yeager, Area Vice President, India and Japan, Ansys said, “Ansys provides the required educational resources to empower future engineers. The Ansys Academic Program is committed to lowering the barrier to adopting Ansys simulation for the students. It provides a hands-on simulation experience and bridges the skills gap in the engineering industry and prepares engineering students for complex technologies. We are proud to champion this initiative and look forward to the groundbreaking innovations the upcoming engineers will introduce."

As part of this initiative, the institute recently held a lecture in its corporate lecture series titled "Physics-Based Simulation in Research and Education: Current Practices and Key Initiatives," presented by Dr. Dipankar Choudhury, Ansys Fellow and Academic Program Lead at Ansys. The lecture emphasized the utilization of emerging technologies, including Digital Twins, High-Performance Computing, Machine Learning, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Computational Structural Mechanics, Computational Electromagnetics, and Photonics/Optics, along with other current and developing technologies.

Q:   Is IIT Roorkee MBA worth it?

A:

IITR is the seventh IIT recognised as an Institution of National Importance. IIT Roorkee is famous for its:

  1. Strong placements: IIT Roorkee has achieved a 100% placement rate during MBA placement drive of 2023. Top companies like DE Shaw, Uber, Microsoft, Flipkart, Samsung Research, and IBM Research participate in campus recruitment.
  2. Good infrastructure: IITR has well-equipped labs, lecture halls, and hostels with modern facilities.
  3. Knowledgeable and helpful faculty members: The faculty members at IIT Roorkee are PhD holders and have vast experience. The faculty-student ratio is about 1:3 at IIT Roorkee which is among the best in the country.
  4. Variety of technical and cultural clubs: The clubs provide opportunities for students to explore their interests and develop their skills.

Q:   Is IIT Roorkee good for BTech?

A:

By paying a total tuition fee amount of INR 8 lakh, students have the opportunity to score salary packages up to INR 27.94 LPA (the highest salary package during 2023 placements). Further, the average and median package offered during IIT Roorkee placement process of 2023 stood at INR 18.34 LPA and INR 18.09 LPA. In terms of ROI, the deal looks decent. In addition to this, the college ranks under the top 10 best institutes in the country for Engineering by NIRF 2022. Hence, BTech from IIT Roorkee is a good idea.

Q:   Is B.Sc. at IIT Roorkee a good choice?

A:
{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the pros and cons:

Pros:

* Excellent Placement Record: 100% placement record with top companies like Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Adobe, and many more offering salaries between INR8-INR43 Lacs per annum.
* Highly Qualified Faculty: Professors are knowledgeable and helpful, with many holding Ph.D.s in their respective fields.
* Relevant Curriculum: Course curriculum is highly relevant, providing immense opportunities in different fields of the industry.
* Good Infrastructure: Modern classrooms, air-conditioned libraries, and well-maintained hostels with amenities like Wi-Fi, LAN, gym, and sports facilities.
* Campus Life: Campus life is lively with multiple fests, sports events, and clubs catering to various interests.
* Internship Opportunities: Many students secure internships with leading companies, with 70-90% of students participating in internships.

Cons:

* Limited Faculty Availability: Not all professors are approachable, and some might not be readily available for guidance.
* Placement Focus on IT Sector: While the placement record is impressive, the focus tends to lean towards the IT sector, leaving limited options for core engineering students.
* Food and Mess Issues: Feedback suggests that the mess food is average, and some students face issues with the quality of meals.

In conclusion, B.Sc. at IIT Roorkee appears to be a good choice for those seeking a strong foundation in mathematics and computer science, with excellent placement prospects and a vibrant campus life. However, it's essential to weigh the potential limitations, particularly regarding faculty availability and the focus on the IT sector.

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