We live in times in which our urban and built environments are undergoing unprecedented change. As cities continue to evolve, innovative policies and practices are desired so that development is equitable and sustainable. As a result of technological advancements and integration of societies and economies of the world, planning, development and management of cities and regions has ever become very complex. Professionally trained Urban and Regional Planners are therefore needed in order to evolve new options for the development and management of human settlements. Urban Planning is a discipline, which collates inputs from various disciplines into an integrated plan of action for shaping the natural and built environment in order to achieve a desirable quality of life in urban areas by keeping the resource constraints in view. Urban planning includes urban renewal, by adapting urban planning methods to existing cities suffering from decline. Regional/spatial planning gives geographical expression to the economic, social, cultural, and ecological policies of society. The Key objective of these course-works is to equip the students with adequate skills required to comprehend urban and regional issues and to analyse physical, socio-economic, political, and ecological dimensions of the human settlements. The course is designed to provide necessary exposure to various planning processes, emerging trends and other related advanced technical knowhow. It intends to contribute towards the creation of professionals in the field and hence to cater to the specific needs of the industry and academics. During the course, the students will be provided with ample opportunities to interact with the subject experts, relevant organizations, etc. The course enables the students to gain real time experience through their involvement in the on-going or live projects. The sensitization through educational qualification is imparted to the aspiring youth looking forward indulge in a dynamic career of urban and regional planning. The department manages two programs under the CVM University. 1. Bachelor of Planning (B. Plan) [ Download Teaching Scheme ] [ Download Syllabus ] 2. Master of Urban & Regional Planning (M. U. R. P.) [ Download Teaching Scheme ] [ Download Syllabus ]
The programs offered avails opportunity to students at under-graduate and post-graduate levels. The UG students are nurtured to have sensitization about the aspects concerning the urban planning whereas the PG students attain course-works that has more focus to explore and address the societal issues and opportunities to improve the existing scenario. Every semester the students indulge in studio assignments where a unique area is assessed over several aspects including identification of solutions. The cutting-edge technological advantages through geo-informatics are also explored rigorously by the students reflecting in their ability to perform on complex levels of societal needs.The department involves students in the co-curricular activities of seminars, webinars, conferences, congress and convention to avail them an opportunity not only to interact but also to upkeep with latest ongoing developments in the discipline.
Ar. Ruma Singh Associate Professor ruma@smaid.edu.in
Qualifications: B.Arch, GCA- Lucknow (2003) and Master of Regional Planning -SPA Delhi (2006); pursuing Ph.D - N.I.T Patna. Professional bodies/ Associations: ITPI, ISTE, IUT, IE(I), IWWA, ICEA, UGIT, ISG, Rotary International Ar. Ruma Singh began her expert excursion from year 2003. She started her carrier as an academician in 2012 at SMAID College, constituent college of CVM University and continues till date. She Coordinated and guided researched and design-based thesis Students of Architecture and Interior Design with variant projects and streams. She also volunteered for skill-based activities at schools/ institutions and mentored students for academic level National and International awards and symposium. In her Professional experience of 8 years, she worked with renowned firms as an Assistant Architect/ Architect Planner/ Consultant on various Architectural and Planning based projects. At present with academic, she is pursuing a Ph.D. from NIT Patna to improve and upgrade her research skills. She is a member,Board of Studies at Sardar Patel University (from 2017, Interior Design, U.G. and P.G. Programs) and at present, Chairperson/ Board of member for Department of Architecture, Interior Design & Planning (UG & PG Programs) at CVM University. She is an Examiner / convener/ supervisor at Sardar Patel University and GTU. She actively participated & conducted workshops, Seminars, National and International level Conferences and development program from various platform. She has published many papers/articles in National and International Conferences and Journals. She guided and mentored over 23 Interior Design and 15 Architecture students, enabling them with an array of choices and creative ideas. On campus, Involved in various activities like creative workshop, social activities, exhibitions, orientations and coordinated annual event and Student Council. She is performing a key role for AISHE/ NIRF/ NSP/ KCG/ NISP/ ACPC at Institution level as a Nodal Officer.
Qualifications: B.Arch, UPTU- Lucknow (2013), M.Tech, I.I.T- Roorkee (2015) and at present pursuing Ph.D at N.I.T-Patna. Professional Bodies/ Associations: Council of Architecture, India, IMA-New Delhi, ISHRAE, IBPSA-India Ar. Abhinav Srivastav believes in Science & Technology. He is an Architect & Geomatic Engineer and further joined Ph.D. programme from N.I.T Patna for invigorating scholarly information. He is associated with academic institution from past 6years. His area of interest is Building Thermal Performance, Sustainable & Green Architecture. Beyond academic Ar. Abhinav, owned a consulting firm Arkies Studio at Kanpur- Uttar Pradesh centred work in small scale residential & commercial projects. With academic & professional practising, he qualified various entrance Tests/Exams like CEED-13, GATE-2015-18, WBPSC- Asst. Architect, UPSC- Asst. Architect, BSF-Assistant Commandant exam. As an expert, he also volunteered for expert talks/ lectures at several other Institute based on mechanical services. His interest beyond curriculum is in technical book reading, data collection, travelling & cooking.