Department of Architecture

Vision, Mission and Goals

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.

 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 its 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: 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. To instil a commitment with the students as to the health, safety and welfare of building users and to enrich the quality of life. 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.

The architecture curriculum has been designed to achieve the following goals:  Establish an academic center that provides for architectural consultations directed toward professional practice on private and government levels. Establish an academic center that would provide architectural communication channels locally, regionally, and internationally.

STRENGTH OF THE DEPARTMENT

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.   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.   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. Multidisciplinary programs and courses Good quality educational aids.   Culture of mutual respect between faculty and students. The diverse Architectural projects can be undertaken by the faculty and the students at regional level.   Respect for diversity of views, a move towards independent thinking, and individual goals are recognized.   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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UNDER GRADUATE PROGRAMMES

The department offers a five-year B.Arch. degree course with ten semesters including six months practical training.

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

The department offers a two years M.Arch. in Sustainable Architecture.

LIST OF CONSULTANCY PROJECTS

1. Landscape development of NTPC Township at Jamthal near Bilaspur. Completed Dec. 07 Project Consultant: Dr. Minakshi Jain and Ar. I.P. Singh.Total cost of the project Rs. 1.5 corer.
2. Landscape development Proposal for Area Development of Right Bank of River Satluj from DT Outlet to Maitri Setu at Koldam Hydro Project for NTPC Koldam AT JAMTAL, BARMANA. Completed Feb. 08 Project Consultant: Dr. Minakshi Jain and Ar. I.P. Singh. Total cost of the project Rs. 1.0 cores

3.Consultancy for Interiors and Accoustics of Multi Purpose Hall of Community Centre at Jamthal Township of Koldam Hydro Project Distt BARMANA. Completed May 08 Project Consultant: Dr. Minakshi Jain and Ar. I.P. Singh Total cost of the project Rs. 1.25 cores.
4. Landscape Proposal for Shaheed Smark/Small Parking near Hathli Bridge in Hamirpur. Completed June 08. Project Consultant: Dr. Minakshi Jain and Ar. Sandeep Sharma. Total cost of the project Rs. 0.75 cores.

5. Consultancy proposal for Administrative Building at NTPC Koldam Hydro Project Distt Barmana. Completed March 09 Project Consultant: Ar. I.P. Singh and Dr. Minakshi Jain Total cost of the project Rs. 7.5 cores.
6. Consultancy proposal for Development of Area between Switch Yard and Reservoir near View Point on the left bank at Satluj for NTPC Koldam Hydro Project Distt Barmana. Completed Aug. 09 Project Consultant: Dr. Minakshi Jain and Ar. I.P. Singh. Total cost of the project Rs. 2.5 cores.
7. Report on Heritage Buildings of Una District Project Consultant: Ar. Sandeep Sharma & Ar. Puneet Sharma. Total cost of the project Rs. 2.5 cores.

8. Design of Bank & Post Office Building at NIT, Hamirpur (HP) - -177 005 In Progress Project Consultant: Ar. I.P. Singh & Ar. Amitava Sarkar. Total cost of the project Rs. 3.75 cores.
9. Design of Trainees Hostel Building at NIT, Hamirpur (HP) - -177 005 In Progress Project Consultant: Ar. I.P. Singh & Dr. Minakshi Jain. Total cost of the project Rs. 7.50 cores.
10. Design of Type II residential Flats at NIT, Hamirpur (HP) - -177 005 In Progress Project Consultant: Ar. I.P. Singh & Ar. Sandeep Sharma. Total cost of the project Rs. 0.75 cores.
11. Extension of Kailash Boys Hostel at NIT Hamirpur (HP) - -177 005 In Progress Project Consultant: Ar. Aniket Sharma. Total cost of the project Rs. 3.50 cores.
12. Proposed Industrial Research Centre at NIT Hamirpur (HP) - -177 005 In Progress Project Consultant: Ar. Aniket Sharma Total cost of the project Rs. 9.00 cores.
13. Proposed Food Kiosks at NIT Hamirpur (HP) - -177 005 In Progress Project Consultant: Ar. Aniket Sharma. Total cost of the project Not estimated so far.
14. Extension of Applied Science Block at NIT Hamirpur (HP) - -177 005 In Progress Project Consultant: Ar. Puneet Sharma. Total cost of the project Rs. 3.50 cores.
15. Proposed Energy Park at NIT Hamirpur (HP) - -177 005 In Progress Project Consultant: Ar. Sandeep Sharma. Total cost of the project Not estimated so far.

16. "Application of Auto-CAD in architecture" under Community Development Programme from 24th May to 28 may, 2010 Course Coordinator : Ar. Venu Shree, Ar. Puneet Sharma & Ar, Sandeep Sharma.
17. MHRD & AICTE sponsored Summer School on “Passive Solar Building Design” from June 07-11, 2010 Course coordinators: Dr. Anoop Kumar,Dr. Varun, Ar. Venu Shree,Ar. Puneet Sharma.
18. “International Conference on Urbanism and Green Architecture (UGA-2010)”, 30-31 October, 2010. Conveners:Dr. Minakshi Jain, Ar. I.P. Singh.
19. MHRD & AICTE sponsored Winter School on “Intelligent Building Systems for Urban & Rural Areas” from 22nd – 26th February, 2010. Course coordinators: Dr. Minakshi Jain, Ar. I.P. Singh, Ar. Amitava Sarkar.
20. MHRD & AICTE sponsored Summer School on “Energy Efficient Building Systems” from 26th – 30th July, 2010. Course coordinators: Dr. Minakshi Jain, Ar. I.P. Singh, Ar. Amitava Sarkar

LIST OF R&D PROJECTS SUBMITTED

1.Planning for the Eco Tourism Development Model in the Hill Areas (A case study Dhauladhar circuit of Himachal Pradesh).
Principal Invigilator : Ar. I.P. Singh.
Co-Invigilator : Dr. Minakshi Jain.
2. Achieving Energy & Ecological Efficiency by Integrating Landscape with Built Form (Case Studyof a Watershed in Himachal Pradesh)
Principal Invigilator : Dr. Minakshi Jain.
Co-Invigilator : Ar. I.P. Singh.

Sponsored Research Project in Progress as P.I.:

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