Building in Motion

If you are a college student and you feel passionate about the construction world, we have the perfect opportunity for you. Through this program, you will get first-hand experience of important projects in the state, while learning from experts and working with professionals in the sector.

Building in Motion

Explore Puebla and Learn About Its Diverse Infrastructure

Visita Puebla
Visita Puebla
Visita Puebla
Visita Puebla
Building in Motion
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Building in Motion
Duration 14 days
January 11–24

Week 1

Day 1.

  • Institutional welcome
  • Lecture: Building a Sustainable Future
  • Cultural activity: Walking tour through Puebla’s Historic Center

Day 2.

  • Course: Concrete Structure Design
  • Workshop: Practical Applications in Concrete Structures
  • Cultural visit: Cantina tour in the Historic Center

Day 3.

  • Workshop: Potable Water System Design
  • Spanish class (technical focus)
  • Cultural visit: International Museum of the Baroque

Day 4.

  • Lecture: Trends in Sustainable Construction
  • Workshop: Stormwater Drainage Design
  • Visit to a construction company

Day 5.

  • Course: Dam Design
  • Lecture: Dam Construction in Mexico
  • Visit to a hydraulic engineering company

Day 6.

  • Workshop: Infrastructure Project Management
  • Spanish class
  • Cultural visit: Cholula Archaeological Zone and town center

Day 7.

  • Free day in Puebla

Week 2

Day 1.

  • Workshop: Bridge Design
  • Lecture: Bridge Construction in Mexico
  • Cultural visit: Talavera Art Gallery

Day 2.

  • Workshop: Building Design and Construction
  • Spanish class (technical terminology)
  • Technical visit: Helea Tower

Day 3.

  • Lecture: Road Construction in Mexico
  • Workshop: Highway Design
  • Cultural visit: Amparo Museum

Day 4.

  • Lecture: Airport Construction in Mexico
  • Workshop: Airport Design
  • Visit to a transportation infrastructure company

Day 5.

  • Workshop: Hydraulic Systems Design
  • Project preparation and presentations
  • Visit to a hydraulic solutions company

Day 6.

  • Workshop: Infrastructure Project Management
  • Spanish class
  • Cultural visit: Atlixco- Magical Town

Day 7.

  • Closing session and farewell dinner

Experiences and activities

“Pueblo Mágico” of Cholula

Get to know the “Pueblo Mágico” of Cholula. In this tourist destination you will know one of the most iconic postcards of Puebla, the pyramid with the largest base in the world and the Church at its peak, as well as one of the most representative crafts of the state.

“Pueblo Mágico” of  Cholula

International Baroque Museum

Designed by Japanese architect Toyo Itō, inaugurated on February 4, 2016. Its building is characteristic because it is made up of curvilinear shapes, where light and shadow are played, generating movement in the building, basing its construction on three ideologies, the space, chiaroscuro light and the ecological movement.

International Baroque Museum

Africam Safari

It is a Mexican wildlife conservation park located 16.5 km from the city of Puebla, where animals roam in controlled freedom and in captivity It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums.​

Africam Safari
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Get to know Puebla!

Take advantage of your free time to take the best pictures.

Puebla
April - May

Warm weather
Temperature between 26° y 30° c

July - September

Warm - rainy weather
Temperature between 23° y 26° c

October - November

Cool weather
Temperature between 19° y 23° c

Recommended places to visit in Puebla:

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  • Full access to the academic program: courses, workshops, visits, and tours
  • Access to all tourist destinations in Puebla and surrounding areas
  • Entrance fees to museums and recreational sites
  • Transportation to all scheduled locations
Qué Incluye
  • Lodging
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals during outings (participants are free to choose where to eat)
  • Flights to Mexico or Puebla, or transportation to bus terminals
  • Any individual or special trips outside the university or not included in the program
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México
It is a country with traditions everywhere and throughout history, the country's cultural wealth expanded even further. Without a doubt, Mexico is a country that is cauterized by its citizens, customs and traditions.

All of our experiences are completely customizable. You can adjust the duration and timing according to your tastes and preferences.

Contact an advisor and enjoy your experience.

RECOMMENDATIONS

For the walks

Comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes, a hat or cap hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses.

For workshops

Floats, swimming clothes, balls, camera, mobile phone.

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Investment


$1,300.00 USD

Check costs and package information

• Special discounts for groups
• Prices subject to change due to seasonality*
• Restrictions apply*