Certificate course on digital methods in sponge projects
In the context of increasing urban densification and the associated challenges such as heavy rainfall events and urban overheating, the concept of the sponge city emerged, which aims to capture, store and utilise rainwater. Despite the need for such solutions, there is a lack of specialised knowledge and digital skills to effectively plan and implement these projects.
Reasons for participating in the certificate programme
The certificate course offers you this added value
Digi-Schwamm is characterised by an innovative course structure. The structure resembles a "learning journey" that can be tailored to individual needs and the learning progress can be influenced. In addition, there is an exchange with participants from different industries, which enables a view from different perspectives. Practice-orientated project content and state-of-the-art equipment make the course a "must" for anyone interested in sponge juice.
Learning journey as an innovative training concept
The course, with 30 teaching units of 90 minutes each, provides participants with the key skills they need to understand sponge city projects and realise them using the latest digital methods. The training takes place in presence, online and independently with the help of a video portal. This allows participants to determine their own learning progress and adapt it to their own needs
Interdisciplinary participants
The experience of the participants from different disciplines offers a decisive advantage when sharing ideas. The mix of people from the fields of architecture, water management, administration, planning and much more allows the topic of the sponge city to be discussed constructively and its complexity to be experienced.
State-of-the-art methods for imparting knowledge and acquiring skills
Knowledge is best conveyed in practice-orientated set-ups and experiments. This is why tools such as an augmented reality sandbox or simulation software are used in this training programme. The organisational basis is a learning management platform. Each participant receives their own virtual whiteboard to document reflections or work on a specific application project.
What you can expect from "digi-Schwamm"
Contents of the certificate programme
The course covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of the sponge city, digital simulation and analysis tools, water management planning, sustainable urban development and project management. The content is supplemented by practical exercises, case studies and the use of software tools to provide a realistic learning experience.
Dates & Key Facts
- Start on 01.04.2025
- Course duration 12 weeks
- 2 learning units per week (90 minutes each) plus preparation and follow-up work
- Degree: official certificate from Hof University of Applied Sciences with a scope of 6 credit points / ECTS - corresponds to a module of a Master's degree programme
- Venue at Hof University of Applied Sciences in presence, online via Zoom and in self-study via video learning bites
Target group
Anyone interested in sponge city and digital methods, especially people who
- in architectural, urban planning or engineering offices
- with manufacturers
- in cities or municipalities
- with authorities such as the Water Management Authority or the State Office for the Environment
- with other stakeholders of sponge city projects
are active.
Procedure with table of contents
Lecturers
Prof Dr Manuela Wimmer
Research Group Leader
Sustainability and project management in water management (NaPro)
Dr Harvey Harbach
Research group leader
Resource-efficient food production in integrated aquaculture (ReLe)
Prof Günter Müller-Czygan
Research group leader
Water infrastructure and digitalisation (DiWa)
Participation requirements
Participation in the "digi-sponge" certificate course requires the following knowledge/experience:
- Completed university degree in the context of the sponge city with at least 1 year of relevant professional experience
OR - Completed vocational training in the sponge city context with at least 3 years of relevant professional experience
Costs
The cost of the certificate course is €790.
Registration
You can register for the certificate course conveniently via our online form (HERE).
Conclusion
Start: 01.04.2025
Application deadline
28.02.2025
Course duration
12 weeks
Costs
790 €
Credit points / ECTS
6
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