Topic: Smart City Development to Support Sustainable Cities & Communities

Background:

In the current landscape of rapid technological advancement and global sustainability challenges, the concept of Smart Cities has emerged as a pivotal solution for addressing urban complexities. A Smart City utilizes advanced technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics, to enhance urban living standards, operational efficiency, and environmental sustainability. In Indonesia, including at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), there is a concerted effort to integrate these technologies into Smart City frameworks, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) No. 11, which aims to establish sustainable cities and communities. AI and robotics play pivotal roles in optimizing transportation systems, waste management, energy efficiency, and public service delivery within these frameworks.

The adoption of Smart City technologies not only impacts urban infrastructure but also yields significant social, economic, and environmental benefits. Socially, these initiatives promote inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring equitable technological access for all residents, including marginalized groups. Economically, Smart City initiatives stimulate local economic growth through job creation and investment attraction. Environmentally, they contribute to reducing carbon footprints, improving waste management, and optimizing resource utilization. While challenges exist, the development of Smart Cities in Indonesia presents opportunities for innovation, research, and collaborative partnerships among universities, industries, and governments to tailor solutions to local contexts.

DCSE Summer Course on AI and Robotics 2024:

Hosted by the Department of Computer Science and Electronics (DCSE) at UGM, this course aims to provide a collaborative platform for learning among students and professionals alike. It seeks to deepen participants' understanding of how AI and robotics can effectively address urban challenges and advance the objectives of SDG No. 11. Additionally, the course aims to foster networks among academics, practitioners, and policymakers to promote the development of smarter and more sustainable cities.

Venue and Time:

The event will be held at the Department of Computer Science and Electronics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

Dates:

• - Program Start Date: July 24, 2024
• - Program End Date: August 3, 2024
• - Registration Start Date: May 1, 2024
• - Registration End Date: July 5, 2024
• - Application Selection Date: June 1 - July 5, 2024
• - Payment Date: June 1 - July 5, 2024
• - Letter of Acceptance (LoA) Date: July 5, 2024

Registration and Further Information:

Interested participants can register and find comprehensive details on the official program page at https://summercourse.dcseugm.id/.

Registration Fees:

1. UGM Students

- Virtual: IDR 200,000

- Standard: IDR 1,000,000

2. Indonesian (Non-UGM Students)

- Virtual: IDR 350,000

- Standard: IDR 1,500,000

3. International Students

- Virtual: IDR 500,000*

- Standard: IDR 3,000,000**

Note: *Free for the first 40 registered participants, **30% discount for registrations before June 20, 2024.

Contact Information:

Sonia Yunita, S.Kom.

• - WhatsApp: +62813 1313 8864
• - Email: dep-ike.mipa@ugm.ac.id
• - Address: Sekip, Bulaksumur 21, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Department of Computer Science and Electronics Secretariat, Building C, 4th floor, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Gadjah Mada University.