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Annual publication of the Public and International Relations Office© 2006 Technical University of CreteDesign–Production: TyporamaPhotos: I. Milonakis

Mailing Address

Technical University of CreteAgiou Markou Street,731 32 Hania – Greece

Contact

Public & International Relations OfficeAgiou Markou Street731 32 Hania – GreeceTel.: (+30) 28210 37047–37048 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 28418www.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: intoffice@isc.tuc.gr

Administration

RectorProf. Joachim Gryspolakis

Vice–Rector of Finance, Vice–Rector of Academic AffairsPlanning and Development and PersonnelProf. Nikolaos Varotsis Prof. Michael Paterakis

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Contents

Crete and the city of Hania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

The Technical University of Crete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Academic Affairs

Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Student Accommodation – University Halls of Residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Student Restaurant – Cafeterias . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Student Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Students with Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

University Services

Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Research Committee – Research Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Liaison Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Career Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Language Research and Resources Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Information Systems Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Network Operation Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Public and International Relations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Student Cultural Groups – Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Departments

Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Production Engineering and Management Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Mineral Resources Engineering Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Electronic and Computer Engineering Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Environmental Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Architectural Engineering Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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CRETE & THE CITY OF HANIA

Crete, the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest island of the Mediterranean,is located in the southernmost extremity of Greece. It is administratively divided intofour prefectures (Hania, Rethymno, Iraklio, Lassithi) and has a total population of600,000 inhabitants.

The island has a diverse landscape with high mountain ranges, famous gorges suchas the Samaria Gorge (the longest gorge in Europe), dozens of magnificent beach-es, as well as one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece, Knossos.Crete is also famous for its rare flora and its impressive fauna. Phoenix Theophrastus,Centaurea Raphanina and Ebenus Creticus are some of the endemic and rare treesand plants found on Crete, while Gypaetus barbatus, Felis sylvestris and Chalcidesocellatus are only a few of the unique species that exist on Crete.

Crete combines its rich history and archaeological sites with its vibrant present andeconomic development. In the north, cities have developed flourishing economiesprimarily based on agriculture and tourism. In the south, the rural areas have main-tained their traditional features and the population is genuinely warm and hospitable.

Due to its particularly important geographical and strategic location, Crete has always been onthe crossroads of different civilization, to which it owes its remarkable progress and development.Extended archaeological research and digs have brought to light finds that date back to theNeolithic times and archaeological sites, such as Knossos and Faistos, which have revealed thesecrets of the Minoan Civilization.

The city of Hania, the second largest city of Crete, with a population of approximately 70,000inhabitants, lies on the northwest coastline of Crete, between the Aegean Sea and the slopesof the White Mountains. It is one of the most picturesque and beautiful cities on Crete thatmanages to keep the Cretan tradition in harmony with economic growth and progress.

The lighthouse, the Kioutsouk Hassan mosque, the Neoria shipyards and the Megalo Arsenali,(a renovated arsenal that houses today the Centre for Mediterranean Architecture) at the oldVenetian port, the traditional houses in the neighbourhoods of the old town and the archaeo-logical museum attract the interest of tourists. The Public Market, the Clock Tower and the Houseof the Prefecture (formerly a Turkish hospital) are the most prominent features of the city centre.

In the area of Halepa, the building of the former French School (which today houses theDepartment of Architectural Engineering of the Technical University of Crete), the house ofEleftherios Venizelos, the old palace of Prince George and the church of Saint Magdalene andthe broader area of Tabakaria are all worth visiting.

The Memorial of Eleftherios and Sophocles Venizelos in the area of Akrotiri offers the best viewof Hania and the most idyllic sunset.

The heart of the city beats at the Koum–Kapi Quay, where locals gather to have coffee andmeet their friends at the cafeterias along the beach.

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THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF CRETE

Establishment, Objective, OrganizationThe Technical University of Crete (TUC), the second one of its kind in Greece, wasfounded in 1977 in Hania and admitted its first students in October 1984.

The purpose of the institution is to provide undergraduate as well as graduatestudies in modern engineering fields, to conduct research in cutting edge tech-nologies as well as to develop links with Greek industry.

Today, the Technical University of Crete is comprised of five departments, whichgrant engineering degrees upon completion of a five–year course, and a SciencesDepartment, which provides academic support of their curricula. The establishmentof a Fine Arts Department was announced in August 2003 and is expected to runin the near future. All the departments (apart from the new one in Architectural Engineering) run modern postgraduate programmes.

The departments of the Technical University of Crete are the following:

ñ Department of Sciences

ñ Department of Production Engineering and Management

ñ Department of Mineral Resources Engineering

ñ Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering

ñ Department of Environmental Engineering

ñ Department of Architectural Engineering

ñ Department of Fine Arts (foundation date to be announced)

These departments gather around 2,300 undergraduate and 563 graduate anddoctoral students. There are 98 full time faculty members, 95 adjunct faculty mem-bers and 27 instructors. The university also employs approximately 23 laboratorytutors and technicians as well as 126 administrative employees.

The University Campus is located on a panoramic site on the peninsula of Akrotiriand covers an area of 750 acres, 7 km northwest of Hania.

It includes the University Hall of Residences, the University Restaurant and Cafeterias, theDepartmental Secretariats, the Library, the Information Systems Centre, the Network Opera-tion Centre, the Careers Office, the Liaison Office, the Technical Support Office, classrooms,lecture halls, offices of the faculty and laboratories.

In the city of Hania, the former Venetian complex of the Prisons and the Barracks house theRectorate and university administration offices while the former French School in Halepa cur-rently houses the newly established Department of Architectural Engineering.

Admission RequirementsEvery year, the Greek Ministry of Education determines the number of undergraduate studentsadmitted to Greek Universities. Foreign students interested in studying at a Greek universityshould apply to the:

Ministry of National Education and Religious Affairs,Department of Entrance Examinations, Mitropoleos 15, 10185 Athens, GreeceTel: (+30) 210 3247428 ñ Fax: (+30) 210 3234812 ñ www.ypepth.gr

which shall provide foreign students with the appropriate information on application require-ments, necessary supporting documents and application forms.

The number of graduate students admitted to TUC is determined by the General Assembly ofeach Department. Foreign students interested in applying for a M.Sc. or a Ph.D. degreeshould contact the appropriate Departmental Secretariat for application forms and informationon admission requirements.

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ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Student Accommodation – University Halls of ResidenceStudents at TUC have free accommodation at the University Halls of Residence pro-vided that they fulfil certain financial and social requirements with regard to their per-sonal or family status and income. The University Halls of Residence, built on cam-pus, can accommodate up to 76 undergraduate students in furnished rooms. Thereare three main buildings with 70 single rooms and 2 twin rooms, all of which haveprivate bathrooms, phone for incoming calls and use of phone time cards and con-nection to the Internet. There are 11 “central spots” for all the students staying at theHalls with lounges, TV sets, refrigerators, kitchenettes, phone and 2 lifts.

The majority of students rent rooms or small apartments either in the area near thecampus or in the city centre. It is worth mentioning that TUC has initiated a studentrent subsidy scheme in an effort to help students who cannot stay in the Universi-ty Hall of Residence but at the same time cannot afford to pay the high rent of anapartment. Today, the University subsidises more than 60 students with 1,800euros per academic year while more than 170 students receive rent subsidy fromthe Greek State that amounts to 1,000 euros and an award of 1,000 euros from theUniversity.

Student Restaurant – CafeteriasEvery day, approximately 590 students have free breakfast, lunch and dinner atthe student restaurant, which is open daily, including weekends and holidays,from 13:00–16:00 p.m. for lunch and 19:00–21:00 for dinner. Students may havefree meals at the University Restaurant provided that they fulfil certain financial andsocial requirements with regard to their personal or family status.

A considerable number of undergraduate and postgraduate students as well asErasmus students have free meals while the rest of the students have meals atextremely low prices. This year, students who are not entitled to free meals, pay€1.64 for lunch and €1.09 for dinner (or €2.73 for three meals per day–breakfastis complementary for all). There is also the possibility of a monthly restaurant cardat €2.07. Finally, students may take their meals in packages if they wish for noextra charge. Two cafeterias are open daily for snacks, coffee and refreshments,where students gather to relax and meet their classmates.

Student TransportationGenerally, all students are entitled to discount on bus, train and ferry tickets when travellingby public transportation means inside Greece. In order to better serve additional financial sup-port to its students, the Technical University of Crete subsidizes the bus fare in accordance toa special agreement signed with the Bus Drivers’ Association of Hania. As a result, studentsonly pay €0.45 when travelling to and from the Campus by bus instead of €0.75 that is thenormal student bus fare.

Students with DisabilitiesTUC welcomes students with disabilities and makes a continuous effort to improve all its servicesto better serve the needs of the students. For this purpose, there are two specially arrangedrooms at the University Hall of Residences; there are two lifts at the Hall as well as ramps all overthe campus to facilitate access. Students who have a specific disability should mention it to theAcademic Affairs Office and to the Secretariat of their Department so that they may receive helpon any matter associated with their studies at the Technical University of Crete.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37271 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37562 ñ E–mail: rena@science.tuc.gr

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UNIVERSITY SERVICES

LibraryThe Library of the Technical University of Crete provides information serviceswhich primary support the University’s teaching, learning, and research purposes.

The collection of the Library consists of print, non–print and electronic material. Theprint material is approximately 52,000 book volumes and 418 current journal titles.As for the non–print and electronic material, an ever growing number of scientificand general electronic and multimedia information resources are included, such aselectronic journals, electronic books, CD–ROMs, video–tapes, audio–tapes, micro-films/microfiches, and diskettes. Not only is it a Lending Library for the members ofthe Campus but also for patrons outside the Technical University of Crete.

The Library uses the Geac–Advance software system that provides access, and via theInternet, not only to the catalogue of the Library, but also to catalogues of other nation-al and international libraries. The Library focuses on user education services. A usereducation application, based on multimedia technology, is available for use. User edu-cation seminars are regularly provided mainly to students. Multimedia technology (anaudiovisual system consisting of videos, TV sets, satellite receivers and Hi–Fis) is avail-able to patrons only for in–library use for educational and recreational purposes.

The Library’s web service gives patrons access to full text electronic journals, to elec-tronic books, to databases (such as MathSciNet, Web of Science, Compendex, CSA,Dissertation Abstracts International, OCLC’s First Search package etc) and Internetresources from their desktop. More information can be found on the Library’s web pageat http://www.library.tuc.gr. The Library is affiliated with the National DocumentationCenter (NDC) and is a member of professional associations such as IFLA (Internation-al Federation of Library Associations and Institututions), ALA (American Library Associ-ation) and IATUL (International Association of Technological University Libraries). It isalso a member of the Heal–Link Consortium (Hellenic Academic Libraries Link).

Eleven (11) people currently work in the Library. Library opening hours during semester:Monday–Friday, 9.00–19.45; during University vacations Monday–Friday, 9.00–14.30

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37277, 37273 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37576www.library.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: info@library.tuc.gr

Research Committee – Research AccountThe Technical University of Crete places great emphasis on basic and applied research, which isconducted in 57 ultra–modern laboratories with state–of–the–art equipment in all six Departments ofthe University and at the affiliated Telecommunication Systems Research Institute. T.U.C. is particu-larly active in conducting basic and applied research. Research and development programmes,managed by the Research Committee, are funded by the European Union, the General Secretariatfor Research and Technology, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Labour, the Public Electric-ity Company, the Region of Crete, local administration organisations and many private enterprises.

Research is oriented in areas such as computer science, microelectronics, optoelectronics, telecom-munications, digital telecommunication systems, communication networks and computer commu-nication networks, voice and natural languages processing, statistical signal processing for wirelessand wired telecommunications and communication networks, robotics, laser, micromechanics andanalytical instruments manufacturing, operational research, transport telematics, organization andmanagement, flexible production systems, production of new structural materials, geological–geothermal research, applied hydro–geological studies, laser physics, physical chemistry, chemistryand environmental engineering, environmental management systems, ecology, electronics, photo-electronics, mechanics, control systems, applied mathematics, oil reservoir research and pvt analy-sis, computational mathematics, exploration and exploitation of mineral resources etc.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37033 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37082 ñ www.tuc.gr/erevna ñ E–mail: roula@mail.tuc.gr

Liaison OfficeThe Liaison Office disseminates the research activities of TUC and serves as a link between the TUCresearchers and the business world. Its main objectives are to effectively promote the TUC researchproducts and to support the technology and know–how transfer to enterprises seeking to enhancetheir competitiveness and penetrate the international markets. The Liaison Office also advisesresearchers on issues related to the management, protection and financial exploitation of their intel-lectual property and the foundation of spin–off companies. It assists the members of the TUC com-munity in searching for partners and submitting proposals to national and European programmes,it provides them with information about the means and the funding sources for their research activ-ities, and it points out preferred research directions along with possible industrial applications.

The Liaison Office strives to create the appropriate conditions for a fruitful and permanent rela-tion with private and public entities and significantly contributes to the effort made by the TUCto “open its gates” to the local community and to sustain the development of the local andnational economy via the application of its state–of–the–art work.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37680–37630 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37856 ñ www.liaison.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: info@liaison.tuc.gr

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Career ServicesThe Career Services Office, centrally located on–campus, is a link to the academ-ic institutions and the job market in Greece and abroad, aiming to assist the stu-dents and graduates of the Technical University of Crete in successful career plan-ning and placement. There are two main divisions in the Career Services Office.The first one provides information and counselling on the area of education. Thesecond division gathers factual information from the world of work, and supportsstudents and alumni in their career development.

The Career Services Office provides information and guidance for students andalumni graduates on postgraduate studies in Greek and foreign universities,scholarships, seminars for engineers, available job positions, companies’ profileand trends of the job market. It also provides guidance on subjects such asresumé writing, interviewing techniques, job search techniques and career plan-ning. The office supports collaboration networks with other academic institutionsand employment networks in Greece and abroad and conducts studies on theemployability of the graduates in the labor market.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37330–1–2 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37522 ñ www.career.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: center@career.tuc.gr

Language Research and Resource CentreThe Centre offers students the opportunity to develop their oral or written languageskills by selecting among its various resources. Students can work autonomously,at their own pace, or with the assistance of the teaching staff. The languageresources available are English and German. An integral part of the language pro-gramme is the use of the Centre's on–line resources accessible via a website.

Among the resources at the centre are videos, DVDs, CD–ROMs and other prac-tice material either commercially made or created by the centre's staff. Resourcesfor listening practice, worksheets for reading comprehension, grammar andvocabulary are also available. The Centre offers conversation practice, grammartutorials, and a small lending library.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37338 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37531 ñ www.kegep.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: kegep@mhl.tuc.gr

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Information Systems CentreThe Information Systems Centre (I.S.C.) is the major information technology service providerin the University.

Every member of the academic community may have access to the range of services provid-ed through the centralized local area network of servers and workstations that I.S.C. hasimplemented.

All of the 100 ISC workstations, installed in four classrooms located at buildings G1 and K2,are powerful Pentium IV Windows 2000 PCs, equipped with 17” monitors (many of which areTFT), compact disk readers & writers (DVD–R/CD–RW), optical mouse, USB extension cablesetc. and are directly connected to the university’s Gigabit backbone providing fast local andInternet connectivity. Classrooms are equipped with video projectors and wall–mounted videodisplays.

Services provided are among others: personal productivity programs such as word proces-sors, spreadsheets, database applications, presentation applications, mathematical analysistools and organizers; course–related applications including every application that is taught inone or more courses offered by the university such as architectural and mechanical drawing,image and sound processing, application development tools and programming languages;task–oriented and specialized software for specific needs (desktop publishing, optical char-acter recognition, audio and video net conference, etc); truly portable and secure electronicmail (e–mail) services (POP3, Web Access, 48–bit security encrypted); World Wide Web Pub-lishing Services with full functionality support (CGI, ASP); print services in a wide range of printplatforms including Laser A4 Printers, Tektronix Phaser Colour Laser Printers and Inkjet A1Printers; Scanning Service.

All users on the I.S.C. network enjoy a unified environment on a 12–hour basis. Moreover,extended remote connectivity for personal user resources (home directory, application set-tings, e–mail box, and personal web pages) is available through a totally secure connectionscheme.

Finally, the strong technical infrastructure of the Information Systems Centre is fortified byextensive user support services provided by a web page helpdesk, highly educated, experi-enced and friendly staff.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37571, 37352 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37571 ñ www.isc.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: info@isc.tuc.gr

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Network Operation CentreThe mission of the Network Operation Centre (N.O.C.) is the administration, oper-ation and development of T.U.C. backbone network and telecommunicationsinfrastructure.

The experienced engineers and technicians of N.O.C. manage the daily opera-tions of the T.U.C. network in terms of connectivity, proper distribution of the avail-able bandwidth to final users, and troubleshooting.

Additionally, N.O.C. designs and implements the future network and telecommu-nications infrastructure of the University, always keeping up with technologicaladvancements.

Goals in brief are: support and maintenance of the telephone network throughoutthe University facilities and its responsibility of programming of the advanced ser-vices PBXs can offer to end users, like voice mail.

N.O.C. activities include providing and ensuring connectivity to all final users;installing software and network hardware elements; maintenance of the University’snetwork facilities; administering elements nodes and applications in order to preventand avoid malfunctions; designing and managing the expansion of the core networkinfrastructure; managing security by precluding and investigating incidents such asviruses, hacker attacks, spamming, etc.; offering general communication services tothe T.U.C. community such as dial–up services, proxy server, usenet news, web mail,unified messaging system – web messenger, voice–mail, help desk support, e–mailadministration, all–users mailing lists, etc.; operating and administering the telecon-ference equipped classrooms; administering the telephone network and servicessuch as teleconference via handset, voicemail, etc.; live broadcasting of radio stationERA Chania; operation of video server with live TV broadcasting; prodiving internetconnection to the users of the student residence hall.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37500 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37520 ñ www.noc.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: noc@noc.tuc.gr

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Public and International RelationsThe Public and International Relations Office is actively involved in many activities in order topromote the educational and research profile of the Technical University of Crete in Greeceand abroad. In this sense, it constitutes a vital link between the University and the rest of theworld, the international scientific community as well as the local community.

Its activities include: hosting visiting dignitaries; organising lectures, seminars and confer-ences; offering guided tours of the Campus and the University facilities to schools; organisingthe Welcome Ceremony for first year students, the Degrees Award Ceremony for undergrad-uate and postgraduate students as well as honorary award ceremonies for distinguished per-sonalities or scientists.

Within the framework of forging strong international relations with universities from all over theworld, TUC has signed numerous bilateral cooperation agreements with foreign universitiesand is a member of recognised international organizations, such as the European UniversityAssociation (E.U.A.), the Conference of European Engineering Schools of Advanced Research(CESAER) and the Réseau Méditerranéen des Ecoles d’Ingénieurs (RMEI).

Socrates/Erasmus mobility programmes

Finally, the Public and International Relations Office runs the SOCRATES/ERASMUS mobilityprogrammes, under which students may complete part of their studies at a university in anoth-er European country for a three–month period up to one academic year. Such study place-ments involve either attending taught classes at a host University or undertaking fieldworkabroad in preparation for dissertation.

At the same time, TUC welcomes students from European universities. Exchange students areoffered assistance in finding suitable accommodation (within reasonable distance from thecampus) at the lowest possible rates; free Greek language and culture courses are offered tothe students who are given the opportunity to learn the Greek language and become acquaint-ed with the country’s history and culture.

International students studying for part of their degree at T.U.C. are entitled to credits for stud-ies undertaken away from their “home” university under the European Credit Transfer System(E.C.T.S.) scheme. The Technical University of Crete has implemented this scheme, in accor-dance with the European University Charter, aiming to ensure full academic recognition ofstudy placements.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37047–37048 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 28418 ñ www.tuc.gr/relations ñ E–mail: intoffice@isc.tuc.gr

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Student Cultural Groups – ActivitiesThe student cultural groups of the Technical University of Crete are independentstudent organisations, which support the social life of students, enabling them tomake new friends, try out new pastimes and enjoy themselves in a creative waywhile studying at T.U.C. Students are encouraged to participate in and to promoteall artistic and creative initiatives developed within the university.

Over the years, these groups have managed to become an integral part of thetown’s social and cultural life and have forged a dynamic link with the local com-munity.

There are several small creative and artistic groups such as Entassi (music group),Radio Entassi (radio station), Alliassi (cinema and theatre), Photoskiassi (photography),Table Sports (chess, billiard and table tennis), 3P Internet + Artistic Team (graphics andweb design), Touring club (mountaineering, diving and cycling), Geosi (environmentalgroup), Dance group and Theatre group.

www.3p.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: 3p@3p.tuc.gr

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The objective of the Department of Sciences is to provide courses in basic disciplines such as Math-ematics, Physics, Chemistry, Mechanics and Social Sciences, thus providing curriculum support toall departments. The Department also promotes research in Applied Sciences and Engineering.

Areas of interest

ñ Social Sciences Division: general social economics, social changes and social labour,research in socio–economic conditions and consequences of technology growth andtransfer, development processes in agrarian sector and economic management of theenvironment and natural resources, general technological development.

ñ Mathematics Division: mathematical science topics, basic research for the establishment ofalternative technologies for computer architecture and communication systems based onquantum physics.

ñ Engineering Division: production of new materials, modelling, design and constructionoptimization, quality control, antiseismic protection, historical monuments.

ñ Physics Division: basic and applied research.ñ Chemistry Division: research on multiple scientific areas of Chemistry, Physico–Chemistry

and Chemical Processes.

Postgraduate studies

The Department of Sciences offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes in Applied Sciences and Tech-nology with specialisation in:

ñ Applied and Computational Mathematicsñ Mechanics and Materials and Structure Technologyñ Applied and Technological Physics and Laser Technologyñ Energy and Environmental Chemical Technologiesñ Social and Technological Development

The postgraduate programme of the Department focuses on the realization of the University'sbroader objectives by establishing a quality centre in applied sciences functioning as a catalyst forthe creation of new products and technologies in Greece, therefore supporting the country's eco-nomic growth and its potential to be competitive, particularly as a member of the European Union.

Postgraduate studies at the Sciences Department educate and train students through researchfor the development of technology and the promotion of science in the scientific fields cateredto in the Department, so that students may be able to participate actively in every research andtechnological field connected with their specialties.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37760 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37843 ñ www.science.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: secret@science.tuc.gr

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Production Engineering and Management is a broad discipline involving thedesign of effective systems and methods used to develop production resources totheir full potential. Production and management engineers draw upon the knowl-edge of mathematics, physical and engineering sciences, production systems,operations research, computer science, management and behavioural sciences tofunction as problem solvers, system designers, innovators and managers.

Areas of interest

Design and management of systems and production facilities, development andmanagement of information systems, e–commerce applications development,computer–aided design of products and rapid development of prototypes, pro-gramming of material requirements, logistics, dynamic resources distribution,study and design of robotic facilities and vehicles, management and time pro-gramming of projects, work hygiene and safety, transportation telematics, organi-zation of systems and quality assurance procedures, financial management,investment plans assessment, financial engineering and financial risks manage-ment, development of decision support systems, environmental impact study,consumer attitude study and technological marketing, operational research andmulticriteria decision analysis.

Postgraduate studies

The Department of Production Engineering and Management offers M.Sc. and Ph.D.programmes in Production Engineering and Management. Depending on personalgoals, students can select one of the following fields:

ñ Engineering Management

ñ Operations Research

ñ Production Engineering

The objective of the postgraduate programme is to train graduates in one of theDepartments sectors and to promote reserarch, science and its applications.

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The postgraduate programme of the Department provides specialization in the development ofmethods and techniques of operational research aiming to assist the business decision–makingprocesses, the design and control of production systems in telematics applications and services.

Also, it provides a strong foundation in a wide range of administrative processes and organi-zational functions as well as in–depth knowledge of production systems theory and modernproduction technology.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37255 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 69410 ñ www.dpem.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: thekla@dssl.tuc.gr

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The objective of the Department of Mineral Resources Engineering is to educateengineers in a broad range of scientific and technical subjects related to mineralexploration, extraction and processing. Special emphasis is given to mineralresources, which are important in the development of the national economy, takinginto account the present and future needs of the country.

Areas of interest

The Department of Mineral Resources offers basic education in engineering disci-plines as well as education in new technologies such as automatic data collectionand processing, geostatistical mapping, applications of high resolution geophysi-cal techniques, GPS applications in exploration and mining, chemical and miner-alogical analyses for organic and inorganic materials, advanced mechanical test-ing of materials for applications in the fields of engineering geology and rockmechanics, advanced techniques of mineral and coal processing, novel reclama-tion and environmental applications, traditional and novel techniques in mine andtunneling design, ore beneficiation, health and safety issues in mining and con-struction, nanotechnology and ceramics, PVT analysis of oils, analysis of organicand inorganic materials, etc.

The diverse and in depth curriculum provides graduates of the Department ofMineral Resources Engineering with the necessary training for addressing theneeds of national economy and successfully facing the challenges of interna-tional competition.

Postgraduate studies

The Department of Mineral Resources Engineering offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. pro-grammes in “Geotechnology and the Environment”. The objective of the programis to provide future engineers and researchers with the necessary knowledge andtechnical skills for contributing to the development of novel, environmentally friendlymethods for the exploration, management and exploitation of mineral resources.

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This programme focuses on the study of issues related to mineral resources exploration andexploitation and their impact on the environment. Emphasis is given both in the technologi-cal aspects as well as in various environmental management techniques. Students may selectone of the following specialization areas:

ñ Exploration and Positioning in the Management of the Geo–environment

ñ Exploitation of Mineral Resources and Geotechnical Construction Works

ñ Exploitation of Industrial Minerals, Materials, and Energy Resources

The programme aims to provide its graduates with a modern education that will enable themto pursue successful careers in academic or applied research or to follow professional careersin the mineral resources industry as engineers and entrepreneurs.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37657 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 69554 ñ www.mred.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: hohlaki@mred.tuc.gr

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The purpose of the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering is to edu-cate engineers by providing in–depth background in the fields of electronics, controlsystems, computer software, information systems, telecommunication networks andsystems, and applications run over telecommunication networks.

The course of study in this department places special emphasis on the use ofcomputers, the design of electronic circuits (CAD, CAM), engineering systems,robotics, automation, communication systems and networks, distributed comput-ing and information systems as well as computer applications and telecommuni-cation applications.

Areas of interest

The Department's main cognitive subjects include information technology,telecommunications, automation, electronics and computer hardware, whichnowadays are critical areas of emerging technology.

Therefore, educating and training engineers in these areas allows the Greek publicsector as well as hi–tech companies to tap on engineering talent and well–trainedcompetent technical management personnel.

Postgraduate studies

The Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering offers M.Sc. and Ph.D.programmes in Electronic and Computer Engineering in the following fields:

ñ Electronics & Computer Architecture

ñ Computer Science

ñ Control Systems

ñ Telecommunications and Communication Networks

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The postgraduate programme aims to tailor the specialization of engineers to the demands ofthe new labor market and the needs of the country. The main fields of the programme extendto computer engineering (both hardware and software), telecommunications systems, wiredand wireless applications over communication networks, control systems and electronics,which are currently key sectors of new technology growth. The education of engineers inthese areas enables high technology companies to create groups of expert technical andmanagerial staff.

Tel.:(+30) 28210 37217–8 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37542 ñ www.ece.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: vg@mhl.tuc.gr

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The Mission of the Department of Environmental Engineering is to educate engi-neers in the field of environmental management and protection. Graduate engi-neers are able to develop, design, implement technologies and manage environ-mental systems in order to prevent and treat pollution and to minimise the impactof human activity on the environment.

In order to be able to solve major environmental problems, our students acquire asolid knowledge of the underlying physical, chemical and biological processesthat govern interactions in environmental systems.

The necessary skills are given to the students to rectify the negative environmen-tal impacts of any detrimental implementations of technology from the past, andto protect and restore the environment making it a suitable and pleasant place inwhich to live.

The high level of the Department’s research profile is illustrated in the use ofultra–modern technologies such as new membrane technology, bioremediation,small decentralized units, new analytical tools, methods of recovery, environmen-tally friendly thermodynamic cycles, water resources models for prediction andmanagement.

Areas of interest

Design, construction and functioning of processing units of liquid wastes, air emis-sions, urban wastes, wastes of agricultural and food industries, toxic and dangerouswastes, atmospheric pollution management, surface and underground waters, air,water and soil pollution, soil remediation and underground water restoration, envi-ronmental impact and risk analysis studies, noise and radiation control, environ-mentally friendly thermodynamic cycle studies.

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The Department of Environmental Engineering runs a postgraduate programme leading toM.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Environmental and Sanitary Engineering with two cycles:

ñ Environment and Health

ñ Integrated Water Resources and Coastal Management

The scope of the programme is the development of cutting edge technologies and know–how inthe field of environmental and health engineering. Emphasis is placed on the enhancement ofinterdisciplinary knowledge and scientific practices developed in the field as well as the furtherspecialization of graduate students in specific areas of environmental and health engineering. Theprogramme aims to promote research conducted in the fields of Environmental and SanitaryEngineering and to provide students with specialized training. Upon the completion of the pro-gramme, students shall be able to conduct original scientific research and to contribute signifi-cantly to the solution of major environmental problems, as well as the protection of public health.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37801 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37846 ñ www.enveng.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: fotini@enveng.tuc.gr

Interdepartmental postgraduate programme

The Department of Environmental Engineering in collaboration with the Departments of ProductionEngineering and Management, Mineral Resources and Sciences offers an interdepartmental post-graduate programme in Quality Control and Environmental Management leading to M.Sc. andPh.D. degrees.

The programme offers opportunities for research in the areas:

ñ Treatment, Management and Disposal of Liquid and Solid Wastes

ñ Environmental Hydraulics

ñ Water and Air Pollution Control

ñ Environmental Systems

The programme focuses on the development of cutting edge technology and know–how onmatters concerning quality control and environmental management. Emphasis is placed on theenhancement of interdisciplinary knowledge and practices in environmental engineering andon further specialization in specific areas of environmental engineering.

Tel.: (+30) 28210 37781 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37846 ñ www.enveng.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: gina@enveng.tuc.gr

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The new Department of Architectural Engineering admitted its first students inSeptember 2004. It aims to promote, through teaching and research, the scientif-ic areas of architecture, urban and land use planning, architectural technology andarchitectural information technology, architectural history and city architecturalhistory, visual arts and landscape architecture.

It focuses mainly on the protection and rehabilitation of monuments and architec-tural units and the environmental dimension of architectural design as well as land-scape architecture.

The primary objective of the Department's curriculum is to provide the type of edu-cation that creates professionals, who will have solid views on architecture, willunderstand in depth the social field where they will be called to work on, who willhave conquered all necessary knowledge and heightened their senses and spiritto be able to respond successfully to the evolution of architectural ideas.

Areas of interest

ñ History and Theory of Architecture and Visual Arts

ñ Architectural Design, Restoration and Reuse of Monuments; Architectural Landscaping

ñ Urban and Land Use Planning

ñ Architectural Technology

Postgraduate studies

The postgraduate study programme of the Department is currently in a preliminaryphase and is scheduled to run when all the necessary requirements are met.

Tel.:(+30) 28210 37102 ñ Fax: (+30) 28210 37843 ñ www.arch.tuc.gr ñ E–mail: galateia@ced.tuc.gr

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