Industria, Innovación e Infraestructura

FICT ESPOL launched the IDEAL+ Academy, an initiative developed in partnership with IDEAL Alambrec to strengthen technical training and industry ties in civil engineering; the program includes specialized modules and technical field trips that will enable students to acquire applied knowledge in construction and innovative solutions for the sector.

FICT ESPOL professor Carola Gordillo, Ph.D., will participate as an international speaker at CILA Monterrey 2026, where she will present a technical analysis on sustainable and climate-resilient road infrastructure; her participation strengthens the presence of Ecuadorian civil engineering in international forums on research, innovation, and road sustainability.

The FICT Mining Program held an academic planning and strategic follow-up meeting to review progress, opportunities for improvement, and actions aimed at strengthening the program. During the session, participants discussed topics related to employability, accreditation, improvement plans, and the development of the future Master’s program in Sustainable Use of Mineral Resources.

The Faculty of Geosciences Engineering (FICT) at the Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral launched the third cohort of its online Master’s Program in Seismic-Resistant Civil Structures, marking the start of a new educational program focused on specialization in structural engineering and seismic resilience.

The patent for the “Hydromechanical Concrete Shrinkage Measurement Device” was presented at the World Genius Convention & Education Expo 2026 in Tokyo, where it won a Gold Award and a Special Award. The device, which is low-cost and can be used in both laboratory and field settings, represents a breakthrough in the practical measurement of concrete shrinkage, demonstrating the international impact of Ecuadorian academic innovation through the collaboration between UTE and ESPOL.

Professor Rafael Cabrera has obtained his Remote Pilot License. This certification aims to strengthen FICT ESPOL’s technical and research capabilities in the use of drones for engineering, surveying, and territorial analysis; it also promotes the integration of emerging technologies into academic and scientific projects, benefiting students’ practical training and the development of innovative solutions.

FICT ESPOL presented its institutional book, “Key Strategies 2026–2027,” a publication that outlines the vision of “Living Engineering,” aimed at integrating teaching, research, innovation, and engagement with society; The document brings together the faculty’s strategic vision, its academic and scientific advances, and the collaborative efforts of the entire FICT community to strengthen sustainable development and the training of new generations of engineers.

The Faculty of Geosciences Engineering (FICT) at ESPOL offers educational programs focused on water resources management through the course on Hydraulics. This course enables students to understand hydrodynamics and its impact on the environment in a country characterized by its high density of waterways.

The Mining program at FICT-ESPOL is participating in EXPOMINAS 2026 in Quito, strengthening its ties with the mining industry through opportunities for learning, networking, and professional development. This participation reinforces its role in training talent and forging strategic partnerships for the sector.

Research by FICT ESPOL on sustainable pavements was recognized at CSEE 2026, where one of its studies won the Best Paper Award for proposing efficient solutions using recycled materials; the results demonstrate significant reductions in costs and resource use, contributing to innovation in road infrastructure and sustainable development.