The Department of Mechanical Engineering, Government Polytechnic Bicholim, organised a guest lecture and hands-on workshop on “Robotics and Artificial Intelligence” for the second-year Mechanical Engineering students on 6th January 2026.
The session was conducted by Shri Bhikaji Gawade, Faculty Member at Qurious Mind Infotainment Pvt. Ltd., Vasco. The programme was held under the guidance of Dr. Pramodini S. Naik, Principal, Government Polytechnic Bicholim, and Shri Vivek Narvekar, Head of the Department, Mechanical Engineering. The event was coordinated by Shri Ashish Prabhu, Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering, whose initiative enabled students to gain practical exposure beyond the classroom curriculum.
The session focused on introducing students to STEM education with emphasis on Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, highlighting how STEM-driven approaches are reshaping engineering education and industry practices globally, with specific reference to the current STEM ecosystem in Goa. The discussion provided students with context on how emerging technologies align with their academic and professional pathways.
A major highlight of the programme was the hands-on practical training using robotics kits. Students were divided into teams and engaged in building a functional robotic model. Faculty members also actively participated by forming teams and working alongside students, creating a collaborative learning environment. During this activity, participants learned and applied the concept of gearing, carried out basic mathematical calculations and understood how theoretical mechanical concepts translate into real-world applications. The model was further enhanced by integrating a Bluetooth module, enabling students to control and test their project practically.
The workshop also emphasized the Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach, encouraging students to learn by solving problems, building systems and iterating through hands-on experience rather than relying solely on theory. This methodology helped students understand the importance of interdisciplinary thinking, teamwork and practical problem-solving in engineering.
In the concluding segment, students were introduced to Artificial Intelligence as a tool in education, focusing on how AI can be used to support learning, personalization and productivity, especially as a student assistant in technical education. The session reinforced the relevance of AI in modern engineering workflows without positioning it as a replacement for core skills.
Overall, the workshop successfully created awareness about STEM education, robotics, AI and project-based learning, while equipping students with practical exposure and industry-relevant insights. The Department of Mechanical Engineering expressed appreciation for the effective conduct of the programme and extended special thanks to Shri Ashish Prabhu for coordinating the event and facilitating this learning opportunity for students.
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