Program Overview: Online guest lectures from construction industry experts in different domains will be provided to all students enrolled in the Internship Program and Student Project Work programs, as per calendar schedules announced from time to time. Lectures are delivered online, accessible to students across all partner colleges simultaneously. All lectures are recorded and made available on the CENA Programs Portal.
Lecture schedules for 2026–27 will be published here as confirmed. Enrolled students will be notified through their faculty co-ordinators and on the CENA Portal.
Industry veterans from leading construction companies, project management firms, and specialized consultancies
Format:
Regular sessions throughout the academic year
Panel-led sessions for Second and Third year students — introducing India’s construction landscape, career pathways, and the professionals who build them.
OUCE Batch 1984–88 · Founder & Chairman, ACE Group of Institutions
OUCE Batch 1976–81
OUCE Batch 1976–81 · Principal, GVP Consulting
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
Programs Active:
Student Eligibility: Third and fourth-year civil engineering students
Partnership Highlights: Progressive approach to practical engineering education, active student engagement, and institutional commitment to career development.
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
Programs Active:
Student Eligibility: Third and fourth-year civil engineering students
Partnership Highlights: Strong institutional support for industry-academia integration, excellent infrastructure facilities, and committed faculty participation in DNA programs.
Cost Consultancy & Project Management Collaboration: Global leader in cost consultancy and project management services. Students receive training in project controls, cost engineering, and international construction standards.
Areas of Engagement:
Precast Construction Technology Collaboration: Pioneers in precast construction systems and modern construction methodologies. Students learn about prefabricated construction, modular building systems, and efficient construction techniques.
Areas of Engagement:
Geotechnical Engineering Collaboration: Leading geotechnical consultancy providing expertise in foundation engineering, soil investigation, and specialized foundation systems. Students gain deep knowledge in geotechnical analysis and foundation design.
Areas of Engagement:
Water Treatment & Environmental Engineering Collaboration: Specialized in Water Treatment Plants (WTP) and Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) implementation. Students work on environmental engineering projects and sustainable infrastructure solutions.
Areas of Engagement
Real Estate Development Collaboration: Leading real estate developer specializing in residential and commercial projects. Students gain insights into modern building construction, real estate project management, and residential development practices.
Areas of Engagement:
• Residential building project exposure
• Real estate development insights
• Project management methodologies
• Quality assurance practices
Integrated Construction & Infrastructure Collaboration: India’s leading construction conglomerate, providing students with exposure to mega infrastructure projects, advanced construction technologies, and comprehensive mentorship from industry leaders.
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