3D Printing & Modeling

Designing and printing objects using CAD software

TinkerCAD, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks to design 3D models.

Rapid prototyping for product development
Cost-effective iteration before mass production
Encourages innovation for startups (custom parts, enclosures)

Laser Cutting & Engraving

Creating precise cuts on wood, acrylic, or cardboard

Create 2D vector designs using software like CorelDRAW or Inkscape

Produces intricate designs quickly for prototypes
Supports IoT hardware casing and structural models

Woodworking & Carpentry

Building physical prototypes with tools

This hands-on activity allows students to build physical objects using traditional tools like saws, hammers, chisels, drills, and clamps.

Projects may include building a shelf, structural frame, or prototype for a product.

Clay Modeling & Sculpting

Hands-on artistic creation

Using clay or similar malleable materials, students sculpt objects that can range from artistic creations to prototype mockups.

It fosters a tactile understanding of shape and form.

Design Thinking Workshops

Solving real-world problems creatively

Students are introduced to the Design Thinking process—a human-centered approach to innovation. The workshop typically includes five stages: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test.

Students work in teams to identify a real-world problem and develop creative, user-centric solutions.

Startup Simulations

Pitching business ideas and prototyping products.

Students simulate the process of building a startup from scratch.

They form teams, brainstorm a product or service idea, create a business plan, and pitch their startup to mentors or a panel, often simulating an investor pitch scenario.

Hackathons & Innovation Challenges

Collaborative problem-solving competitions

Hackathons and Innovation Challenges aim to inspire innovation and enable students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world problems in a dynamic, team-based setting.

They help students develop practical skills, build prototypes, enhance their portfolios, and connect with industry professionals for future opportunities.

Technology Bootcamps

Accelerated skill development in niche areas

Prepares students for industry readiness

Builds confidence through hands-on training

Encourages portfolio development for career advancement

Building & Coding Robots

Students assemble robots using kits like LEGO Mindstorms, Arduino, or Raspberry Pi, understanding mechanical design and motor integration.

Develop problem-solving skills through real-world tasks such as line-following robots, obstacle avoidance, and warehouse AGVs.

Work in teams for robotics challenges and competitions, building communication and leadership skills.

Drone Programming

Embedded programming, wireless control, computer vision (for advanced drones), flight safety.

Understand aerodynamics, thrust, and balance for drones. Learn PID control, wireless communication, and joystick programming.

Program drones for GPS navigation, object tracking, and obstacle avoidance.

Explore agriculture monitoring, surveillance, delivery systems through project-based tasks.

Internet of Things (IoT) & Automation

Build smart home systems, health monitors, smart agriculture solutions.

Learn how sensors collect data (e.g., temperature, humidity, motion) and connect to microcontrollers like Arduino/NodeMCU/ESP32.

Apply concepts in Industry 4.0, automation, and connected devices.

IoT architecture, cloud integration, real-time data processing, automation logic.

Circuit Design & Soldering

Circuit design, PCB assembly, soldering techniques, troubleshooting, safety protocols.

Understand resistors, capacitors, diodes, and ICs through breadboard prototyping.

Develop hands-on soldering skills for assembling PCBs and fixing components.