Program Overview

The program "Innovative Prefabricated Concrete Structures: Building a Healthy and Sustainable Future" is offered by UiT The Arctic University of Norway. This course introduces advanced concepts and practical skills for designing prefabricated concrete structures that promote healthy, sustainable, and resilient built environments.

Program Details

• Date: 7 April 2026 (14:00) 22 May 2026 (16:00)
• Type of event / Mode/ Location: Online course (Teams)
• Host university: UiT The Arctic University of Norway (UiT)
• Target groups: Bachelor and master students, PhD students
• Category of knowledge transfer: Entrepreneurship/Innovation
• Duration: 6 weeks
• Registration limit: 600
• Application deadline: 18 February 2026

Content and Methodology

Pedagogical Approach

• Assignments and flipped classroom learning method
• Online lectures (over approximately six weeks)
• Problem-based learning
• Video examples The sessions in the webinar will be asynchronous.

Assessment of Participants

Students will submit two assignments for evaluation. The assignments should be submitted individually. Additionally, there will be homework assignments and quizzes following the tutorials to assess students' progress. Students will be assessed based on a series of assignments centered on problem-solving. The assessment is student-oriented, inviting students to identify, formulate, and solve practical design problems independently.

Selection Strategy

The webinar is open for Bachelor, Master, and PhD students. Prior knowledge in engineering design is a requirement. Candidates must have a satisfactory background in the built environment and/or civil engineering.

Credits

After completing the course, the participants will receive recognition in the form of 5 ECTS credits.

Program Description

Concrete is a ubiquitous material that is essential for the functioning of modern societies. In this course, students will learn how concrete can be used to support a circular economy and a sustainable society. Students will learn to apply structural mechanics, design codes, and innovative engineering practices to create durable and eco-friendly solutions for global challenges in urban development. Emphasis is placed on integrating sustainability principles with technical design to support healthier communities and reduce environmental impact.

University of Tromso: A Summary

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Overview:

UiT Norges arktiske universitet (University of Tromso) is a public university located in Tromso, Norway. It is known for its focus on Arctic research and education.