IIT Bhubaneswar Introduces Blended MTech in Systems Engineering for Industry Experts

IIT Bhubaneswar has launched a blended-mode M.Tech program in Systems Engineering designed specifically for industry professionals.

IIT Bhubaneswar MTech Programme: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar has launched an innovative blended-mode MTech programme in Systems Engineering, specifically designed for working industry professionals. This unique initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry by enabling engineers with at least three years of experience in industrial or plant settings to deepen their expertise in modern systems engineering.

The programme builds a strong foundation in understanding and analyzing engineering systems through courses on system behavior modeling, performance testing, system design, and advanced predictive techniques such as reliability engineering and statistical machine learning. It also addresses the technical management side of systems engineering with a dedicated course on requirements management, preparing students for diverse roles in the field.

The curriculum has been developed in partnership with Applied Materials India Private Limited, a subsidiary of Applied Materials, Inc., a global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor industry. Speaking on the launch of the programme, Prof. Shreepad Karmalkar, Director, IIT Bhubaneswar, said, “Such programmes foster deeper collaboration between academia and industry. Beyond professional development, they open avenues for joint research, leading to innovations that can significantly benefit society and contribute to the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat.”

Adding to this, Prof. C.N. Bhende, Dean (Post-Graduate & Research Programmes), IIT Bhubaneswar, said, “This programme reflects our commitment to offering flexible, high-quality education that meets the evolving needs of industry professionals. The programme is designed to empower learners with the skills necessary to drive innovation and lead complex engineering projects in their organizations.”

Speaking about the course, Sujit Jha, Senior Director, Imaging and Process Control Group at Applied Materials India, who has been instrumental in envisioning the program, outlined the importance of Systems Engineering in developing advanced, multi-domain technologies. He also emphasized Applied Materials’ support for academic enrichment programs that prepare students for careers in the semiconductor and allied industries. Mr. Jha expressed his enthusiasm about the program’s launch and success.

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