Building a knowledge-led society for global leadership

Intellectual competitiveness is critical to India achieving global leadership in the information age. To build intellectual competitiveness, investment in education is an imperative. Technology education is critical ecause technology is impacting life, living and living systems like never before. Thus, technology education is like a cradle to global leadership.India can exploit the spiraling need for technology professionals and change her economic and social landscape dramatically. India's present technology professional resource base is grossly inadequate. India will need to create ten times the current resource base to succeed in the knowledge economy.The Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology (DA-IICT) is inspired by this vision of building intellectual competitiveness for India.

Dhirubhai H. Ambani

Dhirubhai Ambani Foundation

Established in 1995 as a Trust with the overall objective of systematic and professional philanthropic interventions to promote and advance national welfare, social good and advancement of objects of general public utility.

• (Late) Dhirubhai H. Ambani, Chairman, Reliance Group, was the Patron Trustee of the Dhirubhai Ambani Foundation.

• The main thrust of activities of the Foundation during the past nine years has been in the fields of education and health care.

• Instituted Dhirubhai Ambani SSC Merit Reward Scheme, Dhirubhai Ambani Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme, and Reliance Kargil Scholarship Scheme.

• Forayed into higher education in science and technology domain by promoting the Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology (DA-IICT).

• Joined the management of Sir Hurkisondas Nurrotumdas Hospital and Research Center, Mumbai and is committed to transform this into a health care center of excellence conforming to international standards.

Dhirubhai H. Ambani

(Late) Dhirubhai H. Ambani, was the Founder and Chairman, Reliance Group. Ambani was credited with several achievements and awards which include:

• Conferred the 'Man of the Century' award by Chemtech Foundation and Chemical Engineering World in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the growth and development of the chemical industry in India, November 2000.

• Thrice (2000, 1998 and 1996) nominated as one of the 'Power 50 - the most powerful people in Asia' by Asiaweek magazine.

• Awarded the Dean's Medal by The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, for setting an outstanding example of leadership, June 1998.

• Conferred The Economic Times Award for Corporate Excellence for Lifetime Achievement, August 2001

Institute

Genesis

• Promoted by the Dhirubhai Ambani Foundation and the Reliance Group, in pursuance of a Memorandum of Understanding entered into with the Government of Gujarat, to impart information and communication technology education of international standards.

• A non-profit educational society established in 2001 at Gandhinagar, Gujarat for furtherance of education, research, and training in information and communication technology.

• Commenced activities from August 2001.

Objectives

• To create a center of excellence for imparting state-of-the-art education, training and research in the field of information and communication technology.

• To create a capability for development of multimedia content and its distribution.

• To create a capability for upgrading information and communication technology infrastructure to global standards.

• To develop patterns of teaching and training at various levels of educational accomplishment so as to set a high standard of information and communication technology education and its applications.

• To function as a learning resource center for knowledge management and entrepreneurship development in the area of information and communication technology.

• To provide for inter-relationships for national and global participation in the field of information and communication technology and its allied fields.

Architectural Vision

Provide intellectual ambience in a stimulating campus setting by:

• Creating a tranquil environment with a tree-lined, garden-rich, and lush green campus that can heighten the spirit and energy level of all learners and inspire them to optimize their learning efforts.

• Functionally and aesthetically spreading out the buildings and facilities in clusters in an exciting landscape that is easy flowing and community-friendly.

• Creating a technology knowledge hub and virtual feel inside the buildings that can trigger the scientific brain-power of the learners and researchers, and challenge them to shape up as knowledge workers and intellectual leaders.

Along the knowledge and cultural corridor

• Gandhinagar- Ahmedabad is a fast growing educational, research, and business corridor

• Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, National Institute of Design, Indian Space Research Organization, Physical Research Laboratory, Institute of Plasma Research, Entrepreneurial Development Institute of India, and Mudra Institute of Communications are some of leading national level educational institutions in this area

• Darpana Academy, Calico Museum, L D Institute of Indology, Sabarmati Ashram, Akshardham and Kadamb Institute are among the prominent cultural and arts centers in this area

• Architectural marvels, recreational centers, entertainment multiplexes, shopping malls, and science city in the midst of inviting greenery and forestry provide a blend of cosmopolitan excitement and countryside charm to this corridor

• 'Infocity', an upcoming information technology park in Gujarat, is adjacent to the Institute campus.

• Ahmedabad is about 25 kms from the Institute, while the domestic and international airports are just about 15 kms away.

Recognition

• Right from the inception, the Government of Gujarat has been actively supporting and patronizing the development of the Institute.

• Recently, the Legislative Assembly of Gujarat has passed an Act granting university status to DA-IICT.

• We value market recognition, based on the distinctiveness and quality of the Institute's programs and its graduates.

Programs and Offerings

• Aims to offer a whole spectrum of education, research, and training programs in information and communication technology at certificate, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.

• Caters to the learning needs of students and researchers and continuing education requirements of working executives, practicing professionals, and government officials.

• Launched the four-year Undergraduate Program in Information and Communication Technology from the academic year 2001-02 and commenced classes from August 2001.

• The postgraduate and continuing education programs will be announced separately.

• Research in emerging areas of information and communication technology will have a major thrust at the Institute and will be leveraged for all its academic pursuits.

Cutting-edge Body of Knowledge

• The course curriculum in all educational offerings of the Institute captures the latest and the emerging body of knowledge with a commitment to keep it dynamic and futuristic.

• The curriculum is designed to develop students' comprehension of technology in a context of scientific inquiry and investigation.

• The body of knowledge covers the core areas of information and communication technology as well as an understanding of the business and social environment so that the application of technology is better appreciated and students broaden their perspectives.

• The course curriculum recognizes the importance of multidisciplinary learning as information and communication technology pervades science, technology and business.

Education Methodology

• Provides the best of conceptual knowledge and practical application skills.

• Introduces a strong multidisciplinary approach to develop technology experts with a well-rounded personality and multifunctional skill base.

• Comprises multiple learning stages and methodologies: Lectures, Self-study, Online learning, Tutorials, Lab Work, Assignments, Projects, Research, Internships, Guest Lectures, Seminars, Debates, Continuous Evaluation, Examinations, and Personality Development programs.

• Lectures are reinforced by intensive lab work and tutorials together with assignments, projects and online learning.

• Special lecture series by distinguished personalities to keep students abreast of industry trends and research findings.

• Emphasizes creative thinking, ability to critically analyze and synthesize issues to take decisions and solve problems, scientific observation, quantitative reasoning, and logical reasoning.

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