Alianzas para Lograr los Objetivos

FICT held a workshop on the use of the international academic mobility registration platform, aimed at optimizing the management of these processes. The event made it possible to establish guidelines and agreements that strengthen internationalization and the efficient use of digital tools.

FICT strengthened its research capabilities through an academic visit to the Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, where specialized equipment and instrumentation were evaluated for possible implementation at ESPOL. The experience made it possible to identify opportunities for improvement in the laboratories, promote technological upgrades, and strengthen geotechnical training and research in accordance with international standards.

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 shared its experience and strategies for strengthening student recruitment and support; the presentation highlighted the impact of FICT’s Strategic Plan for Promoting Academic Programs and the coordinated efforts between administrators and academic teams to promote inclusion, student retention, and access to higher education.

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 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.

FICT ESPOL welcomed 144 new students in the Mining, Geology, Petroleum, and Civil Engineering programs during the PAO 2026 Induction Day; the event helped introduce the freshmen to university officials, program coordinators, student associations, and clubs, facilitating their adjustment and promoting a participatory and well-rounded college experience.

ESPOL hosted an orientation session for an environmental consulting firm involved in CAF projects in Guayaquil, bringing together specialists and key stakeholders to define methodologies for environmental and social monitoring and auditing; the event strengthened coordination among the public and private sectors and academia, promoting responsible management of the impacts of civil engineering projects.

Field activities are being carried out in the Bulubulu River basin to assess water quality through physical-chemical and microbiological monitoring. This international cooperation project aims to strengthen water management, access to water, and sustainable development in rural communities.

An in-person course on workflow automation with n8n was held, focusing on the practical use of digital tools to optimize processes. Participants learned how to integrate applications, work with APIs, and apply automation in academic and professional settings.