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Over the decades, automation has become a standardised production tool empowering manufacturers to gain better control of their operations and production processes. With automation’s ability to streamline repetitive, hazardous, and tedious tasks, an automated system can perform load/unload tasks, processing, inspection, assembling or handling of parts unattended or lights out allowing one employee to work on several machines or other jobs at the same time.

Bosch Rexroth India, one of the global market leaders in the area of Industrial Automation has recently entered into an MoU with GD Goenka University. Under this MoU, the University has established a Centre of Excellence in Industry 4.0 with products & technology supplied by Bosch Rexroth and this Centre of Excellence will be utilised for Training or Upskilling of the students, faculties & industry personnel on topics like PLCs, IIoT, SCADA & Industry 4.0.

Bosch Rexroth will render all the required assistance or technical support to GD Goenka in the form of conducting Internships, providing Industry projects, Industrial Visits, supporting Technical events or providing Job Opportunities. Continuing our mission to elevate the skills of students, faculty members, and industry professionals, GD Goenka University proudly unveils the ‘"Centre of Excellence in Industry 4.0” within the esteemed School of Engineering & Sciences in partnership with Bosch Rexroth on 10th January 2024.

Our university is associating with Rexroth Bosch as the first and only institute in India to adopt Bosch Rexroth's Automation platform, offering a state-of-the-art facility in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Elevating the standards of education and technological proficiency, our university takes pride in this avant-garde initiative, setting new benchmarks in innovation and automation excellence.

Key highlights of the Centre of Excellence in Industry 4.0:

  • First institute in India to have Automation platform from Bosch Rexroth.
  • A state-of-the-art facility in Industry 4.0 covering a wide area of topics related to PLCs, IoT &SCADA.
  • Up-skill / Re-skill students, faculties & industry personnel in the area of Industrial Automation.
  • Collaborative approach with one of the industry market leaders i.e. Bosch Rexroth.
  • With the real-time-capable, Linux-based operating system, consistently open standards, app programming technology, web-based engineering and a comprehensive IoT connection, AUTOMATION reduces components and engineering costs by 30 to 50%.

Aim of the Centre of Excellence in Industry 4.0:

  • The automation toolkit AUTOMATION surmounts the classic boundaries between machine controls, the IT world and the Internet of Things.
  • This centre of Excellence offers tailor-made training and qualifications for technical experts.
  • The training is practice-oriented, tailored to the respective target group and based on the latest trends in automation.
  • The centre would-be to improve the technical competence, employability, and entrepreneurship of Undergraduate students, Postgraduate students and Industry people, who train at the centre.

Training & Certification Program

Certificate program for Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students:

The “Centre of Excellence in Industry 4.0” offers a certificate program in industrial automation technologies for Diploma and Engineering students of different streams. The duration of the certificate program varies for beginners and experts. Students have the option to choose a different level of training program and enhance their skill level. A one-week program has been designed for the certificate program for beginners and two-week programs for the intermediate level during the months of June-July and November-December of the current year. The combined certificate will be awarded by the GD Goenka University & BOSCH Rexroth India after the successful training.

Executive program for the Industry:

The Centre of Excellence in Industry 4.0 offers an automation training program for the industry working people to enhance their skills and adapt to the changes to work on the latest IoT technology. The Centre of Excellence provides a platform for industrial personnel to learn automation technologies and do hands-on training on PLC, SCADA, HMI & Electro-pneumatics. A one-month executive training program has been designed for industrial people during the months of June-July and November-December of the current year.

Summer & Winter Internship:

The “ Centre of Excellence in Industry 4.0” has offered 3-4 months of summer internship for undergraduate students of professional courses during the May and July months and two months of winter internship of the current year. The combined certificate will be awarded by the GD Goenka University& BOSCH Rexroth India at the completion of the successful training.

Automation Solution

The centre of excellence in Industry 4.0 provides the company with a platform to migrate from manual to automated operation. This centre helps the industry to convertitsexisting line of assembly to an automated assembly line. This research centre facilitates the solution to the company for faster quality production. The centre of excellence in Industry 4.0 provides solutions in the fields of PLC, IoT, SCADA, HMI, Power Electronics & Drive, Robotics, Cyber Security and Machine Vision.

Contact Us:  For details, kindly reach us at SOES@gdgu.org

AVISHKAR Center of Innovation and Incubation

A dynamic ecosystem fostering innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship, where students collaborate, solve real-world challenges, and turn ideas into impactful solutions.

At GD Goenka University, we are convinced that the future is for those who innovate, explore, and lead. Keeping this vision in mind, we are pleased to introduce the AVISHKAR: Center of Innovation and Incubation – a place where creativity meets technology, and innovative ideas are given shape. AVISHKAR is a beacon of innovation, entrepreneurship, and excellence, where students are provided with a platform to ideate, create, and leave a lasting impression on the world.

Our Vision & Mission

To create a vibrant hub at G D Goenka University that empowers students to think creatively, launch transformative ventures, and drive impactful innovation fostering job creation, advancing societal well-being, and delivering meaningful products and experiences that benefit humanity.

  • Nurturing an innovator’s mindset in students, faculty, and researchers.
  • Equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and support necessary to cultivate a strong entrepreneurial culture.
  • Providing resources and mentorship to transform ideas into market-ready products.
  • Championing the creation of next generation solutions that promote a sustainable future.
  • Empowering students to turn their passion into purposeful ventures, thereby becoming job creators.
  • Offering a comprehensive platform for product marketing and commercialization, ensuring long-term impact and success.

Key Features of Avishkar

  • State-of-the-Art Infrastructure:- AVISHKAR provides modern workspaces, equipped with the latest technology and resources to facilitate innovation.
  • Expert Mentorship:- Students have access to a diverse pool of mentors from industry and academia, offering guidance, support, and insights at every stage of their journey.
  • In-Depth Training Programs:- Right from technical workshops and coding marathons to business development sessions and financial planning, AVISHKAR provides in-depth training programs to enhance students' capabilities.
  • Funding Opportunities:- AVISHKAR brings aspiring entrepreneurs in touch with investors, venture capitalists, and funding agencies to offer financial assistance for their start-ups.
  • Interdisciplinary Projects:- Students have the chance to work on cross-disciplinary projects that integrate technology, business, design, and data analytics.
  • Global Exposure:- AVISHKAR enables entry into international conferences, competitions, and exchange programs, providing the students with an international platform to display their potential.
  • End-to-End Incubation Support:- From ideation to deployment, AVISHKAR offers holistic support comprising market research, business model, prototyping, testing, and scaling.

Avishkar at a Glance

  • Registered Students: 220+
  • Active Ideas in Development: 23
  • Student Innovation Council Members: 26
  • Successful Prototypes Built: 11
  • Startups Incubated: 2
  • Workshops & Training Programs Conducted (2024-2025): 15+
  • Hackathons & Competitions Hosted: 6+
  • Industry Collaborations & Partnerships: 10+
  • Mentors from Industry & Academia: 25+
  • International Conferences/Competitions Participated In: 5+

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