ABOUT AICTE IDEA LAB
AICTE - IDEA (Idea Development, Evaluation & Application) Lab scheme was launched by AICTE on January 1, 2021 to establish infrastructure supporting new age learning in its institutions. This is aimed at encouraging students for application of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fundamentals on ideas - towards enhanced hands-on experience, learning by doing and even product visualization.
Facilities in the IDEA LAB can be used to provide training to students, faculty and interested personnel in various domains of product design and development, thereby making them industry ready. Getting awareness and expertise in such technologies will enhance the capacity to design and develop products on their own, which will echo the concepts of Make in India and Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiatives.
AICTE IDEA LAB @ AMAL JYOTHI
During the first phase of the nation-wide implementation of AICTE IDEA Lab project, AICTE has sanctioned a total of 49 IDEA Labs across the country. Kerala has three IDEA Labs in this phase and Amal Jyothi College of Engineering is one among them.
The AICTE IDEA Lab at Amal Jyothi was inaugurated by Shri Anto Antony MP on 25 August 2022. The IDEA Lab project implemented at Amal Jyothi is worth Rs. 1.28 Crores and is established in the Research Square building of Amal Jyothi.
The infrastructure under AICTE IDEA Lab comprises facilities for digital fabrication using the concepts of designing, reverse engineering, rapid prototyping and electronic system designing and fabrication alongside other critical tooling that are required in-line with development of an Idea or a product.
FACILITIES UNDER AICTE IDEA LAB
Design Zone (RS608):
High performance computer systems with uninterrupted net connectivity for Designing and Simulation activities and 3D Scanner for Reverse Engineering Applications
3D Printing Zone (RS609)
State of the art Additive manufacturing space with entry level as well as Industry Grade FDM Printers, High resolution LCD based Resin printer, Dual Head printer for Demonstrative purposes, Filament Dehydrator and Vinyl cutter for a sticker cutting and masking applications.
Prototyping Zone (RS610)
Lab space equipped with Laser Cutter cum Engraver capable of handling soft to medium hard non metallic materials, Robotic welding machine capable of performing intricate welding and Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing, Table top machine tools like Bench lathe, Benchtop Grinder and Sander, Scroll Saws, Drilling machine, Sandblaster etc. supported by metrology equipment and accessories.
Electrical and Electronics Zone (RS603)
State of the art Printed Circuit Board (PCB) fabrication facility, with soldering and desoldering stations, Digital Signal and Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes, PCB fabrication facility via toner transfer and etching and CNC based PCB milling, high speed drilling machines etc.
Workspace (RS602)
Lab space equipped with a wide range of hand tools and power hand tools (jigsaw, circular saw, band saw, heavy duty and battery operated drilling machines, plunge router, motorized sewing machine etc.) with work tables that can be used while realizing a project.
Meeting room (RS604) :
A space equipped with a Smart Board for interactive classes and overhead projector with Wi-Fi connectivity that can be used for engaging technical sessions by technical experts or as a brainstorming and working space with power points for lab utilizers.
INITIATIVES UNDER AICTE IDEA LAB
- Faculty Development Programmes and Bootcamps for Faculty and Technical Staff in the domains allied to Smart Manufacturing and Electronic System Design
- Short Term Skilling Programmes for Engineering Students
- Internship Programmes for Engineering Students
- Ideation Workshops for Technical Students.
- Professional Skilling Programmes for Diploma, ITI, Vocational School Students
- Awareness Programmes for School Teachers.
- Awareness Programmes for Industries, Startups, MSMEs etc.
- Open house sessions and Demonstrations for School and Arts and Science students.
- Project support for In house students under I-SPRINTER (IDEA LAB - Support Programme for Realizing Innovative and Novel Thoughts in Engineering and Research) Scheme.
AICTE IDEA LAB TEAM @ AMAL JYOTHI
- Chief Mentor : Dr. Z. V. Lakaparampil, Director, Amal Jyothi College of Engineering
- Faculty Coordinator : Dr. K. Jessy, Assoc. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Faculty Co - Coordinator : Dr. Vishal John Mathai, Asst. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
AICTE IDEA LAB TEAM @ AMAL JYOTHI
- Mr. Vinu Sankar, Asst. Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Mr. Agi Joseph George, Asst. Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Mr. George Sebastian, Asst. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Dr. Jerin Jose, Asst. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Dr. Rohit Rajan Eapen, Asst. Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Mr. Meby Mathew, Asst. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Mr. Abi Varghese, Asst. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Mr. Shinto Sebastian, Asst. Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
