Introduction to the world of Manufacturing

Date
September 5, 2025 Posted By
ZealPoly
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Resource Person / Facilitator:
Mr. D. K. Mohan,
General Manager (Retired), NTB Hi-tech Ceramics, Chakan, Pune

Summary:
The Department of Mechanical Engineering organized a guest lecture on the topic “Introduction to the World of Manufacturing” for First Year Mechanical Engineering students. The session was conducted by Mr. D. K. Mohan, an industry expert with over 35 years of experience in Sales, Marketing, Production, and Manufacturing. He has held leadership positions in reputed companies such as Larsen & Toubro, Chicago Pneumatic (Atlas Copco), Sandvik Asia, Dormer Tools, Snap-On Tools, Bahco, Lamina Tech., Bipico Tools, and NTB Hi-Tech Ceramics.

Key Highlights of the Session

  1. Importance of Mechanical Engineering:
    1. Mechanical engineering as the oldest, evergreen branch of engineering.
    2. Need for skills like AI, IoT, Data Science, CAD/CAM, Robotics, AR/VR, Lean & Six Sigma.
  2. Departments & Roles in Manufacturing Industry:
    1. Production, Maintenance, Design & Development, PPC, Quality, Sales & Marketing, Purchase, Stores, and Excellence Improvement.
    2. Responsibilities and interconnections of these departments.
  3. Manufacturing Processes & Machining:
    1. Forging, Rolling, Extrusion, Casting, Sheet Metal Forming, Powder Pressing.
    2. Machining processes: Turning, Milling, Drilling, Boring, Grinding, Super-finishing, EDM, Stamping.
    3. Heat Treatment and Surface Treatment methods.
  4. Smart Manufacturing & Industry 4.0:
    1. Transition from conventional to CNC, DNC, FMS, CAD/CAM, CIM.
    2. Additive manufacturing (3D/4D printing).
    3. Integration of Robotics, IoT, AI, Cloud Computing, Big Data, AR/VR, and Cybersecurity in smart factories.
    4. Advantages of automation, digital twins, robotics in agriculture, automobile, and defense.
  5. Career Opportunities for Mechanical Engineers:
    1. Scope in Production, Quality, Maintenance, R&D, Sales & Marketing, Purchase & Stores.
    2. Options to pursue start-ups, entrepreneurship, research, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
    3. Employment opportunities in leading Indian industries, PSUs, and global companies.

The lecture provided valuable industrial insights to the students, bridging the gap between academics and real-world applications. It motivated the newly admitted mechanical students to understand the scope, challenges, and future opportunities in manufacturing. The session concluded with an interactive Q & A, where students clarified their queries about industry expectations and career paths.

Objective / Purpose:

  1. Introduce students to the concept of manufacturingand its importance in engineering and society.
  2. Bridge the gap between classroom learning and industrial practicesby sharing real-life industrial experiences.
  3. Create awareness about various manufacturing processes, tools, and techniquesused in modern industries.
  4. Highlight career opportunitiesand future scope for mechanical engineers in the manufacturing sector.
  5. Motivate students to develop practical skills, innovation, and problem-solving abilitiesrequired for the industry.

Encourage curiosity and interest in core mechanical subjects, laying a strong foundation for their academic journey.