Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : CE6070 : Product Development Laboratory { 0-0-2 / 1}
Subject Nature : Practical
Coordinator : Shyamal Guchhait
Syllabus
| Module 1 : |
Module 1: Team formation and problem scoping (aligned with domain electives), defining project goals, constraints, and expected outcomes. (2 hours)
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| Module 2 : |
Ideation and brainstorming, Exploration of innovative concepts, traditional solutions, and out-of-the-box ideas. (2 hours) |
| Module 3 : |
Evaluation of shortlisted ideas based on technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, environmental sustainability, and potential for scalability. (2 hours) |
| Module 4 : |
Concept design: Preparation of concept sketches and technical drawings / digital modelling. (2 hours) |
| Module 5 : |
Domain-specific analysis: Application of relevant civil engineering software or coding, Basic performance simulation, structural checks, or environmental modeling, depending on the chosen project, Documentation of results for iterative design refinement. (2 hours) |
| Module 6 : |
Selection of material/software platform, feasibility assessment, and alternatives. (2 hours) |
| Module 7 : |
Prototyping: Development of physical models (e.g., 3D printing, scaled model, new material) or digital, or any other proposed by the student. (2 hours) |
| Module 8 : |
Testing and validation: Planning and conducting tests for structural/ environmental/ functional tests, Recording and analysis of test results. (2 hours) |
| Module 9 : |
Entrepreneurship and IPR: Introduction to the basics of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR): patents, copyrights, trademarks. Understanding the process of patent filing in India. (2 hours) |
| Module 10 : |
Final presentation, Demo, Jury feedback (Industry/Faculty): Preparation and submission of final reports, posters, and presentations, Evaluation involving faculty and/or industry professionals. Feedback and discussion for further development or real-world deployment. (2 hours) |
Course Objective
| 1 . |
To encourage innovation and entrepreneurship through hands-on, problem-based learning. |
| 2 . |
To design and develop civil engineering products or solutions addressing practical problems. |
| 3 . |
To enhance teamwork skills and improve abilities in report writing and technical presentations. |
| 4 . |
To build practical software-based/prototyping skills through flexible, application-oriented learning. |
Course Outcome
| 1 . |
Define real-world domain-specific problems and frame product-oriented objectives. |
| 2 . |
Use appropriate analysis and design tools to develop functional prototype. |
| 3 . |
Execute in a team adhering to design-thinking methods. |
| 4 . |
Evaluate sustainability, feasibility, and market considerations. |
| 5 . |
Communicate the development process in written and oral formats. |
Essential Reading
| 1 . |
Ulrich, K.T. and Eppinger, S.D, Product Design and Development, McGraw-Hill Education |
| 2 . |
Pahl, G., Beitz, W., Feldhusen, J., Grote, K.H., Engineering Design: A Systematic Approach, Springer |
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Brown, Tim, Change by Design: How Design Thinking Creates New Alternatives for Business and Society, Harvard Business Press |
| 4 . |
B. K. Chakravarthy, NPTEL Online Course: Product Design and Innovation, NPTEL Online Course: |
Supplementary Reading
| 1 . |
Cagan, J., Vogel, C. M., Creating Breakthrough Products: Innovation from Product Planning to Program Approval, FT Press |
| 2 . |
Startup India, IPR India Guidelines:, Startup India, IPR India Guidelines: Ministry of Commerce documentation on startup funding, patent filing, and product commercialization, https://www.startupindia.gov.in , https://ipindia.gov.in |
Journal and Conferences
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