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Today, October 27, the final stage of the All-Russian SPbGASU TIM Championship, Bridges 2025, began. Over the course of four days, teams from the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU) and the Siberian State Transport University (SUSPS, online) will design a bridge across a river in the Leningrad Region.

The TIM Championship is being held by the SPbGASU Digital Competencies Educational Center as part of the federal innovation platform "Innovative Methodology for Developing Digital Professional Competencies of Students and Specialists in the Construction Industry," which is being implemented at our university.

Denis Nizhegorodtsev, Director of the Digital Competence Educational Center, emphasized the particular importance of this competition for students studying bridge and tunnel design: "There are very few specialized competitions for bridge engineers in Russia. Perhaps there aren't any at all. However, they are greatly needed, as many bridges are being built in the country, and Siberia, with its numerous rivers, is being actively developed. As always, the participants of our TIM Championship will work in conditions as close to real-life as possible. They will gain experience in teamwork and refine their information modeling skills using domestic programs. Over the past few years, there have been significant changes in approaches to the use of software for bridge design. We took this into account when developing the assignment."

The task was developed by an expert jury consisting of university professors and representatives of partner companies. From October 20th to 24th, during the qualifying round of the championship, students presented their concepts—three from each team. The experts selected the best options. The teams will now develop them in more detail.

Nikolai Kozak, an expert at the TIM-Championship and associate professor at the Department of Transport Systems and Road and Bridge Construction, is confident that both teams were well prepared for the challenge: "Unlike the 2023 Championship, when the students designed a standard small overpass over a highway, this time the technical specifications included a bridge over a complex terrain section. Participants had to consider the road's routing (for example, its location on a concave curve) and the characteristics of a river with variable water levels. During the first stage, they developed bridge designs that could be built under these conditions. Each team had its own unique approach—some focused on classic, time-tested solutions, while others tried to experiment, proposing less common design types. It's worth noting that the experts' evaluation of the ideas was almost unanimous. Based on the evaluation results, we approved the main options, which the teams are currently working on."

Igor Rudakov, a sixth-year student in the Automobile and Highway Engineering Department at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU), serves as the chief engineer on our university's team. "I have experience in information modeling, including civil engineering. But I'm specifically interested in bridge modeling. I'd like to see more competitions like this," Igor shared.

Maria Zobova, a sixth-year student in the Automobile and Road Construction Faculty at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (TIM Coordinator), said: "We've been looking forward to this 'bridge' championship! We prepared, studied the programs, and studied the regulations. Personally, I'm looking forward to new experiences and new knowledge that is in demand in the industry."

The organizers plan to make the championship regular and larger-scale.

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Sergey Petrichenko and Andrey Surovenkov sign an agreement

SPbGASU participated in the 18th International Conference "Formation of a Comfortable Urban Environment," which this year focused on "From the Center to the Districts: The City's Local Identity." The conference was organized by the St. Petersburg Committee for Improvement with the support of the Russian Ministry of Construction.

Participants included more than 800 representatives of federal and regional agencies, experts in urban planning and design, architecture, landscaping, and ecology, manufacturers of materials and technologies, and others. SPbGASU was represented by Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture Andrey Surovenkov.

During the conference, a cooperation agreement was signed between our university and the Committee for Urban Development. Specifically, SPbGASU students will be involved in developing improvement projects for facilities and territories as part of the program to create a comfortable urban environment in St. Petersburg.

"The main focus not only of this forum but also of the important program we're implementing is the creation of attractive public spaces—spaces where people can relax, recharge, recharge, and return home, to work, or school recharged and in a good mood. To achieve this, we need both the experience of renowned experts and new, fresh talent," emphasized Sergei Petrichenko, Chairman of the St. Petersburg Government's Committee for Urban Improvement.

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Andrei Nikulin (third from right) at a joint meeting

On October 22–24, Siberian Federal University (Krasnoyarsk) hosted a joint meeting of the board of the Association of Construction Universities (ACU), the presidium of the Federal Educational and Methodological Association (FEMA) for the enlarged group of specialties and areas of training (UGSN) 08.00.00 "Construction Engineering and Technology" and the council of the Industry Consortium "Construction and Architecture".

The participants discussed training personnel for the Russian construction industry. According to Denis Paramonov, Deputy Chairman of the Board of the Russian Student Teams, it is the construction teams and their successful experience working on national construction sites and abroad that enable students not only to master blue-collar jobs but also to become part of the construction industry while still studying.

Andrey Nikulin, Dean of the Faculty of Construction at SPbGASU, presented a report on the topic "Justification of the Need to Train Restoration Engineers in UGSN 16 "Construction and Housing and Public Utilities" as Part of the Implemented Reform of Higher Engineering Education" and noted that in 2026, SPbGASU will host the first recruitment of applicants in the training program 08.03.01 Construction, profile "Restoration of Buildings and Structures."

"Russia has over 150,000 architectural and cultural heritage sites, and St. Petersburg boasts the largest concentration of them in the country—9,035. The Leningrad and St. Petersburg Schools of Restoration have eighty years of experience in restoring and preserving architectural heritage sites. New methods, materials, and technologies require restorers to possess engineering expertise, which will enable them to make professionally sound decisions at every stage of the restoration cycle and, most importantly, to establish a lifecycle management system for the restoration site for decades and even centuries to come, based on digital solutions," noted Andrey Nikulin.

Participants in the joint meeting noted the undeniable importance of reviving the training of restoration engineers at SPbGASU, which was already underway at the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries and provided the Northern Capital with high-level specialists, including Andrei Mikhailov, Chairman of the Committee for the State Use and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments (KGIOP), and his deputy, Elena Kozyreva, who are both qualified restoration engineers.

The meeting included a seminar for heads of university information modeling technology centers, including a presentation by Denis Nizhegorodtsev, Director of the Digital Competencies Educational Center at SPbGASU. He presented an innovative methodology for developing digital competencies at the secondary, vocational, higher, and continuing education levels, including key components such as digital construction classes, TIM championships, an elective course on project work, a TIM elective, and comprehensive defenses of TIM projects as final qualifications.

According to Denis Nizhegorodtsev, "the key to the growth of the TIM sector in Russia should be a more intensive transition of large customer companies to working with domestic software, which would significantly increase the speed of adaptation of SPbGASU graduates in design organizations."

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Dmitry Mizikov at SPbGASU

On October 22, St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU) hosted a meeting between undergraduate students majoring in Land Management and Cadastres (21.03.02, specializing in Real Estate Cadastre) and Construction Economics (38.03.01), and Dmitry Mizikov, Deputy General Director and Director of Appraisal at Gorodskoy Tsentr Appraisal (City Appraisal Center) LLC. He discussed what an appraiser is, the benefits of this specialty, and how to become one.

"I've been in appraisal for almost 30 years. I know everything, or almost everything, about appraisal. In post-Soviet Russia, appraisal activities began to develop in 1993–1994. Initially, there were two main areas: revaluation of fixed assets of enterprises to bring book value in line with market value, and real estate appraisal for use as collateral for loans. In 1998, a federal law was passed that sets out the basic principles, goals, and objectives of appraisal activities, as well as requirements for appraisers and their interactions with clients," said Dmitry Mizikov.

The appraiser issues a valuation report—a multi-page document that calculates and substantiates the property's value. This value can be market, investment, liquidation, cadastral, or other, depending on the appraisal objectives and legal requirements. The content of valuation reports is governed by frequently changing appraisal standards.

Since 2017, state budgetary institutions (GBIs) established in the constituent entities of the Russian Federation have been responsible for determining the cadastral value of real estate and land. A property owner can challenge the cadastral value and contact an independent appraiser if the market value determined by the independent appraiser is lower than the cadastral value calculated by the GBI using mass appraisal methods. This type of work is in demand and allows the cadastral value to be adjusted to the market value.

To become an appraiser, you must obtain a diploma from a specialized university or a certificate of retraining. The next step is three years of work as an appraiser's assistant or an employee of an appraisal company. Then, you must pass a qualification exam in three areas of your choice: real estate appraisal, personal property appraisal, or business appraisal. You can choose two or three areas at once, but passing the exam is quite difficult. Those who succeed receive qualification certificates. Next, the applicant must join one of the self-regulatory organizations (SROs) of appraisers and pay a contribution to the compensation fund, an entrance fee, and a membership fee. Funds from the compensation fund may be paid to the client if the appraiser makes an error and their actions cause harm to the client, as proven in court. Once the appraiser's name appears on the SRO website, they can begin working. If the appraiser leaves the SRO, the fee is non-refundable.

The speaker emphasized the high level of responsibility of the appraiser, who must work with state property and conduct forensic examinations, among other things. During the construction of extensive facilities that will pass through private or legal entities' land, the state compensates the owners for the value of their property and losses associated with the seizure of the property for state needs, as well as lost profits. The amount of this compensation is determined by an independent appraiser, who can influence the fate of individuals, among other things.

"The appraiser profession is interesting because it intersects with various specialties. An appraiser requires economic and legal knowledge. You need to be able to communicate with people—clients come in all shapes and sizes. Another advantage is the opportunity to visit interesting places. One of our company's areas of expertise is the appraisal of sea and river vessels and hydraulic structures, so to inspect the properties, our appraisers have traveled to Norway, Central Africa, Malta, and, of course, all over Russia," the speaker said.

Dmitry Mizikov invited students to intern at the City Assessment Center. He said interns from our university had already worked at the organization. Some stayed and developed professionally.

Karina Kashtanova, a first-year undergraduate student in the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Urban Management, is already working full-time at the City Assessment Center LLC: "I write cover letters for assessment reports, prepare commercial proposals, and conduct assessment site inspections. I'm confident that at SPbGASU I'll gain the knowledge I need in my work!"

"Real estate appraisal, and in particular, challenging cadastral values, is one of the areas our graduates can find employment. Meetings with employers are an excellent way for our students to evaluate the practical focus of their education at SPbGASU and, in some cases, even find employment," says Yana Volkova, Acting Head of the Department of Geodesy, Land Management, and Cadastre.

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The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering held a series of training events for first aid instructors. The classes were organized in accordance with Russian Government Resolution No. 2464 "On the Procedure for Occupational Safety Training and Assessment of Occupational Safety Requirements."

Participants and organizers shared their impressions of the course.

Oleg Tsvetkov, Associate Professor of the Department of Geodesy, Land Management, and Cadastre, PhD in Geology: "I attended your practical lesson on first aid. I admit, I was less than enthusiastic, expecting to waste my time. However, you completely dispelled my doubts. The information was beautifully structured, the priorities were well-defined, the examples were very illustrative, and the information on common mistakes and misconceptions was extremely helpful. The answers to questions were professional and comprehensive. This is exactly how training on this crucial topic should be conducted, not a monotonous poring over numerous legal documents. I express my sincere gratitude!"

Anna Novozhilova, Deputy Dean for Academic Affairs of the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Structural Mechanics, said, "I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Natalia Viktorovna Beschaskina, Assistant Professor in the Department of Technosphere Safety, for the easy and engaging presentation of the material. We had the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in practice: performing chest compressions, helping a choking patient, and much more. The three-hour lesson flew by in an instant, leaving a positive impression and imparting valuable skills that can be useful in life."

Alexander Dmitriev, Assistant Professor at the Department of Technosphere Safety and Director of the Smart Labor Training Center, noted: “The organization of this training cycle is the result of coordinated work. Faculty of Continuing Education, Department of Technosphere Safety And "Smart Work" training groundOur main goal was to eliminate formalism in training. Unfortunately, mandatory programs often become protocol-based and nominal. When human life is at stake, such an approach is unacceptable. We cannot completely prevent accidents, but we must know what to do if they occur. The instructors of the Safety and Security Department gave 100%, as confirmed by the feedback from participants.

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Symposium audience

On October 20 and 21, the National (All-Russian) Symposium "Numerical Modeling in Climate Systems" was held at the Department of Heat, Gas Supply, and Ventilation at SPbGASU. The event brought together scientists, faculty, and specialists from various Russian cities, including St. Petersburg, Kazan, Moscow, Voronezh, Belgorod, Kursk, and Ukhta.

Symposium participants discussed current research in the field of numerical modeling of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and gas supply systems. Topics covered included the prospects for using numerical modeling in the design of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, the development and verification of a numerical model for radiative-convective heat transfer in a long radiant heater, the use of user-defined flow functions (UDFs) in numerical analysis of tube deposits in convective bundles of water-tube boilers, and a post-processing algorithm for numerical modeling results for quantitatively assessing laminar flow in cleanrooms.

The symposium opened with a presentation by Arslan Ziganshin, Doctor of Engineering and Head of the Department of Information Systems and Technologies in Construction at the Kazan State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. He presented a study of the flow in a "knee-symmetrical tee" ventilation system and proposed solutions for improving its energy efficiency.

Andrey Kolosnitsyn, CEO of MM-Technologies LLC, addressed the pressing issue of transitioning to domestic software. In his presentation, he analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of Russian programs FlowVision, Logos, and CadFlo, as well as their development prospects for science and practice.

Ural Federal University specialists presented the results of a comparison of gas dynamics and heat transfer calculations for air ducts using ANSYS CFX and SimFlow software to develop an engineering modeling method.

Kristina Kocharyantz, Research Director and Head of the Aerodynamics and Acoustics Research Laboratory at Arktos LLC, addressed a pressing issue for numerical modeling specialists. She discussed the specifics of developing and optimizing air diffuser models for numerical calculations of indoor microclimates. Many undergraduate and graduate students simplify their numerical models in areas such as air inlet areas near ventilation grilles and diffusers, which is often erroneous, as it yields incorrect air distribution calculations. The presentation presented the results of an analysis of various air diffusers with recommended boundary conditions and described options for optimizing numerical models for various cases.

Yegor Aralov, a graduate student at Southwestern State University, addressed the pressing issue of gas infrastructure safety. His presentation focused on digital technologies for monitoring the condition of low-pressure gas pipelines in extremely cold conditions, which significantly improves their reliability.

Faculty and students from Moscow State University of Civil Engineering presented joint work: Associate Professor Elena Belova and student Vyacheslav Vlasenko reviewed mathematical models of air dehumidification, while Associate Professor Sergei Tikhomirov presented the results of a numerical study of the influence of radiator geometry on the laminar-turbulent transition.

Postgraduate and master's students from the Department of Heat and Gas Supply and Ventilation at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbGASU) presented the results of their research.

The scientific program concluded with a presentation by Tamara Datsyuk, Doctor of Engineering, Professor of the Department of Construction Physics, Electric Power Engineering, and Electrical Engineering at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. She summarized twenty years of experience using numerical modeling at our university.

The symposium concluded with a roundtable discussion, where participants had the opportunity to informally discuss the topics raised and identify avenues for further collaboration. The event served as an important platform for exchanging experiences between leading experts, young scientists, and industry representatives.

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Victoria Vinogradova's speech

On October 16, the "Power of the Platform" forum, one of the largest events in the field of digitalization in design and construction, took place in Moscow. As part of the comprehensive program, representatives from the architectural and construction industry, digital platforms, universities, and enterprises discussed key trends, from the implementation of domestic CAD solutions to the formation of digital competency centers and a new training model.

Our university actively participated in the forum with a delegation led by First Vice-Rector Svetlana Golovina, Vice-Rector for Research Evgeny Korolev, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education Victoria Vinogradova, and Director of the Project-Based Learning Educational Center Inna Sukhanova.

Victoria Vinogradova presented a paper entitled "Educating the Next Generation: A Digital Competency Center at the University of Architecture and Civil Engineering." In her presentation, she discussed the integration of domestic digital tools into curricula and how modern technologies are becoming part of the engineering education of the future.

SPbGASU demonstrated its strategy for creating a digital educational environment, developing digital competencies, and its readiness to interact with industry and technology platforms.

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The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering won the prestigious All-Russian competition for educational programs using the domestic nanoCAD software.

The competition committee was chaired by Russian Senator Ivan Yevstifeyev, a member of the Federation Council Committee on Economic Policy. Representatives from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media, and the Ministry of Construction, Housing and Utilities of Russia participated in the awards ceremony.

The University demonstrated outstanding results, winning awards in two key competition categories:

In the category of building structures and architecture, the Department of Architectural and Civil Engineering at SPbGASU won; in the category of utility networks, the Department shared first place with Privolzhsky State Transport University (Samara). In this category, the Department of Heat, Gas, and Ventilation at SPbGASU and the Department of Railway Power Supply at Privolzhsky State Transport University shared first place.

Leading Russian architectural and civil engineering universities participated in the competition, organized by Nanosoft Development LLC. Winning in two categories confirms the high level of training of SPbGASU's faculty, the effectiveness of its teaching methods, and their relevance to modern design technologies.

Successful participation in the competition is a significant achievement for our university, demonstrating the quality of our educational programs and the professionalism of our teaching staff. The use of domestic software allows us to train specialists who fully meet the demands of the modern labor market.

These results will stimulate the further development of SPbGASU's educational programs and the introduction of advanced technologies into the educational process. The university will continue to refine its teaching methods using modern CAD systems.

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The first ceremony of the “Guardians of the Heritage of St. Petersburg” award, established by the newspaper “Delovoy Peterburg”, took place.

The purpose of the award is to recognize those working to preserve and restore the cultural heritage of the Northern Capital and to draw attention to the most interesting restoration projects and practices.

The Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering has been awarded for training qualified personnel to preserve the architectural heritage of Saint Petersburg and other regions of the country.

At the awards ceremony, our university was represented by Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture Andrei Surovenkov and Head of the Department of Architectural and Urban Heritage Nadezhda Akulova.

Publication of the award in the newspaperDelovoy Peterburg, including an interview with Nadezhda Akulova.

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Working meeting at SPbGASU

On October 20, the Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering hosted a delegation from Vietnam. A delegation from the Hanoi University of Architecture (HAU), led by Rector Le Quan, Doctor of Architecture, paid an official visit to the university.

First Vice-Rector Svetlana Golovina reported that SPbGASU has been collaborating with Vietnamese universities since 2008. Representatives from the Hanoi University of Architecture first visited our university in July 2017. In March 2025, during a visit by a SPbGASU delegation to the Hanoi University of Architecture, a memorandum of understanding was signed. Three students from Vietnam are studying at our university in the 2025–2026 academic year, two of whom are in the Faculty of Architecture.

During a working meeting with the leadership of SPbGASU, the parties discussed possible areas of cooperation. The idea of teaching Russian in Vietnam generated considerable interest. Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Sergey Mikhailov informed SPbGASU that it has a preparatory department for international students. This department teaches Russian as a foreign language. Furthermore, the university has a Department of Intercultural Communication, whose faculty are fully qualified to spread the Russian language and culture to other countries.

The discussion focused on joint projects, academic mobility programs, and the participation of SPbGASU students in an international workshop in Vietnam. The best SPbGASU students participating in this event will have the opportunity to study at KhAU for a year.

After completing the official part, the delegation took a tour of the Faculty of Architecture and became acquainted with its departments, studios, and workshops.

SPbGASU is confident that the visit opens up opportunities for partnership between universities.

"There's ample scope for cooperation. We'll soon draw up a roadmap, present it to the Vietnamese side for discussion and signature, and begin implementing it in 2026," concluded Sergey Mikhailov.

Bottom row, left to right: Vice-Rector for Continuing Education Victoria Vinogradova, First Vice-Rector Svetlana Golovina, Rector of HAU Le Quan, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Sergey Mikhailov. Top row, left to right: Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture Andrey Surovenkov, Lecturer at the HAU Institute of International Education and Cooperation Ha Duy Anh, Vice-Rector for Research Evgeny Korolev, Director of the HAU Institute of International Education and Cooperation Le Chien Tan.

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