Makers lab
3D printer
Laser cutter
CNC machine
Electronics kit
The Makers Lab takes students from idea to physical product - combining hand tools, digital fabrication (3D printing, laser cutting, CNC), electronics and coding with design software, testing equipment and mentorship to build genuine prototyping and product-development skills, all mapped to PM SHRI and NEP 2020 experiential-learning requirements.
Equipment overview
Three modules covering the full making & fabrication skillset
Prototyping essentials
Hand tools
Hand tool starter kit, soldering kit (2), materials sampler pack
Digital fabrication access
3D printer access (1 year), laser cutter access (1 year)
Electronics starter
Microcontroller starter bundle (5), electronic components assortment
Design & documentation
Design software suite (Fusion 360, Tinkercad, Inkscape), project documentation toolkit
Integrated making stations
Electronics & motion station
Advanced microcontroller kits, motor & actuator sets, LED and display components.
Power & soldering station
Power supply equipment, advanced soldering stations, and digital measurement instruments.
Design & testing station
Fusion 360 design software, a code development environment, and project testing equipment.
Advanced fabrication & commercialization - A learning progression
Design thinking & shop safety
Problem framing, ideation, and safe use of hand tools.
3D printing & laser cutting
Digital fabrication from CAD model to physical part.
Electronics integration
Microcontrollers, sensors and actuators added to physical builds.
CNC & precision fabrication
Precision machining and measurement for higher-tolerance parts.
Testing & iteration
Data logging, thermal analysis and design refinement cycles.
Commercial product development
IP basics, portfolio building and manufacturing services.
Capstone pitch project
Design, build, test and pitch a complete product to a panel.
Makers Lab Timeline
How the curriculum progresses over the school year
1
Months 1 - 3
Prototyping fundamentals
2
Months 3 - 6
Integrated making
3
Months 6+
Advanced innovation
Makers Lab Packages
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P 1
Prototyping Essentials
Foundational tools and software to start prototyping.
10 items
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P 2
Multi-Discipline Integration
Combine mechanical, electrical and software systems in one project.
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P 3
Advanced Fabrication
Precision manufacturing and analysis for complex builds.
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P 4
Professional Development
Commercialization, mentorship and career pathway support.
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Key learnings
Design thinking
Problem-solving to prototype
Digital fabrication
3D printing, laser cutting, CNC
Electronics & coding
Microcontrollers to smart systems
Testing & iteration
Measurement, analysis, refinement
Product development
Concept to commercial-ready
Entrepreneurship
Pitching, IP, commercialization
Why schools should build it
Fulfils NEP 2020's experiential and integrated design-thinking mandate directly
Builds genuine prototyping, fabrication and product-development skills, not just theory
Covers the widest multi-disciplinary making skillset of any lab on the site
Prepares students for innovation challenges, entrepreneurship, and design/engineering careers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Makers Lab?
A dedicated fabrication and prototyping space where students design, build and test real products - combining hand tools, digital fabrication, electronics and design software.
Who funds and monitors the lab?
Setup is funded through the school's grant allocation and procured via GeM; usage and outcomes are tracked by the nominated in-charge teacher each term.
Is this different from the Composite Lab?
Yes - the Composite Lab focuses on fiber-reinforced material fabrication. The Makers Lab covers broader prototyping: hand tools, 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC, electronics and product development.
Is it aligned with PM SHRI and NEP norms?
Yes - the equipment list, curriculum progression and space guidelines are mapped directly to PM SHRI infrastructure norms and NEP 2020's experiential and integrated STEM learning mandate.
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