Situated in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Lalbhai Dalpatbhai College of Engineering fondly known as LDCE is one of the most prestigious engineering colleges of the country that imparts higher education and training in various fields of engineering and technology.
Established on 20th June 1948 by Kasturbhai Lalbhai, who named the college after his father Lalbhai Dalpatbhai, L.D College of Engineering was one of the first technical institutes of the country. Initially affiliated to Bombay University, LD College of Engineering came under the direction of Gujarat University after its formation in 1949.
Started its journey with nearly 75 students in its three undergraduate courses, today LDCE offers 14 undergraduate programmes and 12 Postgraduate programmes. Spread over in a sprawling over 70 acres of land, LDCE campus has 14 departments, offices, library and 8 hostels blocks to provide accommodation for 750 students.
With a total strength of 5000 students in a wide variety of disciplines, over 192 faculty members across all the departments and non-teaching staff, LDCE strives to create a stimulating learning environment to nurture outstanding professionals. Started with an aim of imparting premium quality technical education, LD College of Engineering has seen a remarkable growth in its 70 years of journey.
LD College of Engineering: Expanding Education beyond the Classroom
Aiming to become a centre of excellence in technical education, LDCE always motivates students to think innovative and goes beyond the convention. In order to provide students with exposure and great opportunities to enhance their skills, LDCE organizes several conferences, workshops and seminars at the residential campus of the institution.
Besides, regular PG, UG programmes and 4 Part Time Courses, LDCE also offers several short-term programmes and certification courses to enable students to expand their skills for the global competitive market. The institution also conducts GIAN approved courses covering several areas of science and modern technology. The Training and Placement Cell of this institution also takes initiatives to organize several industrial workshops and short-term courses for the students. LDCE also has a dedicated Entrepreneurship Cell to guide and motivate young innovators and entrepreneurs.
This college has a Student Cell to take care of any students or campus-related issues. Representing the students and their views to the upper management, the Student Cell helps students to get their problems solved.
LDCE has several hobby clubs that students can join as per their interest. Besides, technical and science clubs, it has some non-technical and social work related interest groups that include Adventure, Mind Palace, Vox Populi Club, SAE India Collegiate Club etc.
Workshop schedule at LD College of Engineering
Offering an array of certification courses, workshops and seminars each day at LD College workshops comes with new learning opportunities. Providing a platform to encourage budding engineering to think, innovate and hone their competencies, several events are organized at LDCE campus throughout the year. For the complete schedule of LD College Workshops, check their upcoming event page on the official website.
Have a look at two of the most talked-about events organized on the campus:
Lakshya
Organized by LD College of Engineering, Lakshya is an Edu-Tech festival held every year at the campus since 2014. Combining technical, non-technical and some other events in an engaging way, this three-day long fest provides a platform for students to show their innovative skills and talent.
Every year a theme is fixed for the fest and the main event is conducted in accordance with the theme. As an important part of this festival, guest talks and workshops are organized to discuss several aspects of the selected theme. Several eminent personalities from diversified areas from the society are invited to take part in the seminars or guest talks. The theme of Lakshya for 2018 was “India 2030: Khwaab towards a new Era”.
Encompassing several events like quiz, debate, coding, robotics and fun activities, Lakshya attracts thousands of participants across other institutions in the city. Combining technical and non- technical events on a single platform, Lakshya spreads technical awareness in an effective yet fun-filled way.
[slideshare id=80609632&doc=lr-waccollegecoverage-171009135435]WAC workshops
Organized by the Vidyavilla Foundation at LD College of Engineering, What after College (WAC) 2018 is the flagship workshop that offers students expert career guidance. Converging dynamic industrialists, expert educations and several other prominent personalities from different fields, this exclusive workshop highlights the various career opportunities available to young aspirants post their college programme.
With THE up-to-date information in the latest market trend and deep insight, these eminent panellists help students to figure out the most relevant career path for them. The WAC workshop at LD College of Engineering is organized by the Entrepreneurship Cell of the college in association with What after College.
Who can attend workshops at LD College of Engineering?
Besides, organizing courses or seminars for on-campus students, LDCE offers several workshops for students from other institutions across the country. Surrounded by several big organization like ISRO, PRL, CEP etc, LDCollege workshops which are accessible only for on-campus students across various departments. The institution also offers some GIAN approved programmes, which are open for students across the state, faculty members, researchers and working professionals
Why attend workshops at LDCE?
As one of the most prestigious engineering institutions in the state that believes in imparting affordable and quality education, LD College of Engineering attracts a number of great personalities from diversified fields of the society to grace the seminars and workshops. Comprising great industrialists, educationists and researchers who are working on cutting-edge technologies, the eminent panellists provide you with deep insight into the latest global scenario and some upcoming developments.
Attending LD College Workshops,you get an excellent chance to interact with some of the brightest minds of the country who can motivate you and drive your career into the right direction. Besides, these workshops and events are a great way to build good networks, which can help you to grow as a professional in the future.
How to reach LD College of Engineering?
LDCE is located at the heart of Ahmedabad city opposite Gujarat University. Situated nearly 7 km away from the Ahmedabad Railway Station, LD College of Engineering is well connected by road, air and rail with other major cities of India. From Ahmedabad station, you can easily get an auto or taxi for LDCE and the travel time would be nearly 15-20 minutes.
Well-connected with several major highways, the Ahmedabad central bus stop is at a distance of about 7 km from LDCE campus. Connecting various cities of Gujarat to neighbouring states, GSRTC offers outstation and interstate bus service.
The approximate driving distance between Ahmedabad Airport and LD College of Engineering is 12 km. You can easily get private cab or taxi to reach the college campus. Even GSRTC buses are also available from the airport to the college.
Accommodation at Ahmedabad
For some specific workshops or seminars, accommodations could be provided to students directly on the campus. However, for other events students are required to arrange their stay by themselves outside the campus. You can find several hotels surrounding the LDCE campus and its nearby areas catering to all budgets.
Address
- No.120, Circular Road, University Area, Opp Gujarat University, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad – 380015, Phone: 079 2630 2887
- Email ID: ldce_ciiilp@yahoo.com
- Official website: http://ldce.ac.in/
Upcoming workshops at LDCE
To get complete information on workshops and conferences slated to be held at LD College of Engineering, visit this page http://ldce.ac.in/industrial-training. For more details on registration, fee, eligibility etc, check the individual page of the workshops or training you are looking for. check out upcoming workshops at LD College.
