TechnoMind | Pre-planning OC Meeting 02
April 28, 2023 · 5:00 AM - 6:40 AM @ Padukka, SLTC Research University
Description
The IEEE Industry Applications Society Student Branch Chapter of SLTC Research University (IEEE IAS of SLTC) in collaboration with The Robotic and Rover Division of the Students for the Exploration and Development of Space Chapter of SLTC Research University (SEDS SLTC) have completed their latest project, “TechnoMind.” “TechnoMind” can be considered another excellent attempt by the IEEE IAS of SLTC in collaboration with SEDS SLTC Robotic & Rover Division, to encourage the next generation of engineers and inventors. Project "TechnoMind” initiated as a Workshop-based project with the goal of inspiring the next generation of innovators. The whole event was categorized into three main events. Workshop Series Competition & Exhibition The initiation of an enlivening project, TechnoMind, was on 20th November 2022 with the start of the official promotions. The participants were registered for the first two phases, The Workshop Series, The Competition and The Exhibition, via google forms which were shared all over the country through social media platforms. The Workshop Series initiated the project on 10th December 2022 offering two intermediate-level workshops on Robotic Control Systems (150+ participants), STEM empowerment, product design (110+ participants), biomedical engineering (100+ participants), and the Sri Lankan Robotics Industry, conducted via Zoom. Beginner-level workshops for 15 – 20-year-olds in Sri Lanka covered Arduino Basics, ESP Microcontrollers, Modern Engineering, AI and Robotics Future, offering e-certificates and valuable STEM education. The program's success was emphasized by the participation of around 200 students in beginner-level workshops. The Competition was conducted for students and undergraduates to apply knowledge from the Four-Day Workshop Series. The competition is divided into two phases: a virtual quiz and a physical competition where teams-built rovers. The top 15 teams qualified for the next phase. The competition also included a racetrack bot creation competition for undergraduates. The top three winners in each category received awards, certificates, and cash prizes. These competitions aimed to showcase skills, gain recognition, and apply new knowledge in a practical setting. Entries not complying with the rules were disqualified. Separate competitions for undergraduates and students took place over the course of two days. The pre-planning meeting-02 was held on the 28 th of April 2023 at 10.30am as a physical meeting in SLTC University premises. Co-Chairperson Kasun Kavishka initiated the meeting by discussing the upcoming school level competition scheduled for tomorrow. All necessary equipment and materials are checked to see if they are ready. Then assigned specific responsibilities to team members to oversee different aspects of the competition. The organizing committee members discussed and scheduled rehearsal times and locations for different acts and categories. The meeting addressed venue-related issues, including: Ensuring that the venue is clean and accessible for participants and attendees, confirming that seating arrangements for the audience are set up according to the seating plan, coordinating with venue staff for any additional requirements. Finally the discussion turned to the decoration of the venue and OC members were assigned to tasks related to decorating the stage, entrance, and other key areas. After giving a clear understanding about the program, the meeting concluded at 12:10 PM.
Agenda
10.30 A.M. – 10.45 A.M Discussed about preparations for the school competition by the project Co-Chair Kasun Kavishka 10.45 A.M. – 10.55 A.M Checked the materials and equipment 10.55 P.M. – 11.15 P.M Assigned specific responsibilities to committee members 11.15 P.M. – 11.25 P.M Scheduled rehearsal times and locations 11.25 P.M. – 11.45 P.M Addressed venue-related issues 11.45 P.M - 12.05 P.M Discussion about the decorations 12.10 P.M End of the Meeting