CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal : Study in engineering and applied science is inherently hands-on. Learning concepts must go hand in hand with applying them, testing them, and building real solutions. The Tinkerers’ Lab at Ahmedabad University offers students access to cutting-edge tools and the agency to turn their ideas into working prototypes, whether for academic coursework, entrepreneurial ventures, or national competitions. For students ready to commercialise their innovations, the Lab also provides a direct pathway to VentureStudio, the University’s incubation hub.

Launched in collaboration with the Maker Bhavan Foundation, AIA Engineering Ltd., and Arvind Composites, the Lab is open 24×7 and fully student-managed. It features industrial-grade equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, electronics workstations, machine tools, hand tools, and precision measurement instruments. A variety of materials and consumables are also available, enabling students to build working solutions around the clock.

“Tinkering is not just about tools; it is about mindset. This Lab gives you the freedom to try, fail, learn, and build again. It is how real engineering happens,” said Piyush Shah, founding member of Hitachi Hi-Rel and contributor to the Maker Bhavan Foundation. “This Lab offers Ahmedabad University students another space for experiential learning, enabling them to contribute to India’s innovation story.”

The Tinkerers’ Lab is housed within Ahmedabad University’s School of Engineering and Applied Science. Students also have access to the Department of Science and Technology (DST)-supported PRAYAS Shala and a Fabrication Shop. This is further supported by strong industry linkages for live projects and internships, creating an environment where learning meets doing.

Professor Sunil Kale, Dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Science, Ahmedabad University, said, “At Ahmedabad University, we are building an academic ecosystem that promotes active, hands-on, and experiential learning. The Tinkerers’ Lab is an important part of this ecosystem, giving students and the community at large the opportunity to engage directly with materials, tools, and technologies as they learn to engineer solutions and think creatively across disciplines.”

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