Newly constructed Computer Aided Design (CAD) Laboratory of the Department of Civil Engineering was ceremonially opened by Prof. P.M.C. Tillakaratne, Vice Chancellor of The Open University of Sri Lanka with the invitation of Eng. D. I. Fernando, Head of the Department – Civil Engineering on 02nd August 2024 at Block 2 building of the University. Dr. L.S.K. Udugama, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering Technology and all senior academics, academic supporting staff, nonacademic staff and the students of the department participated in the event.
The new CAD Laboratory is set to enhance the knowledge and skills in computer-aided modeling, simulation, and design, as well as AI applications in civil engineering. It will serve both undergraduate and postgraduate students, equipping them with essential tools for their future careers in the industry.
During the event, few students showcased their computer aided modelling/simulation work performed under their respective research projects to the Vice chancellor and other invitees.
