IIMCIP Build Club – Academy of Technology

AOT–IIMCIP Technology & Innovation Build Club

Fostering Creativity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship in Engineering

Overview

The AOT–IIMCIP Technology & Innovation Build Club is a collaborative initiative between Academy of Technology (AOT) and IIMCIP–Technology and Innovation Council (IIMCIP-TIC), established under the aegis of the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta. This partnership aims to nurture product-building skills, encourage entrepreneurial thinking, and create a vibrant ecosystem for innovation on campus.

Through the Build Club, students gain hands-on exposure to real-world problem-solving, product prototyping, and startup incubation pathways, while faculty members contribute guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise.

Key Focus Areas

Product Development & Prototyping – From concept to working model.
Entrepreneurship & Startup Culture – Encouraging business-oriented thinking.
Collaboration & Peer Learning – Building multidisciplinary teams.
Technology Skill Development – Exposure to cutting-edge tools and methods.
Competitions & Hackathons – Fostering a culture of innovation.

Facilities

The Build Club is equipped with dedicated infrastructure and tools to support a variety of innovation projects:

Dedicated innovation space with furniture, storage, and display boards.
Continuous power supply with backup and high-speed internet.
Security and CCTV coverage.
Projector and whiteboard for presentations and workshops.
Tools and equipment including:
- Soldering Stations: To solder components on dot board (E.x – DC-dc boost converter)
- Multimeters: To measure electrical parameters such as voltage, current, and resistance in circuits
- Ammeters: Used for precise measurement of current in Dc-dc boost converter
- Regulated power supplies: To provides a constant, stable voltage or current to electronic circuits, ensuring reliable and safe operation of components
- Oscilloscopes: To find pwm signals from esp 32 peripherals
- Glue guns: To mount components
Starter project kits provided by IIMCIP-TIC, with provisions for additional resources.

Activities

Student Opportunities

Formation of student-led innovation teams to lead projects.
Participation in kickstart workshops with hands-on learning sessions.
Access to a community forum for idea exchange and problem-solving.
Opportunities to join hackathons, prototype demo days, and innovation challenges.
Access to internships and mentorship from industry and startup experts.
Pathway to incubation and startup support through AOT’s incubator and IIMCIP-TIC.

Faculty Involvement

Role as mentors and facilitators for student teams.
Coordination with IIMCIP-TIC for resources and project development.
Support in guiding students through research, prototyping, and presentation stages.
Opportunity to engage in collaborative innovation networks with other institutions.

The AOT–IIMCIP Technology & Innovation Build Club stands as a hub for creativity and entrepreneurship, empowering students, and faculty to turn ideas into impactful solutions for society.