Makerspace

Jigme Namgyel Engineering College Fablab

Deothang, Samdrupjongkhar, Bhutan

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Type
Makerspace
Location
Deothang, Samdrupjongkhar, Bhutan
Address
Jigme Namgyel Engineering College, Deothang, Samdrupjongkhar, Bhutan

About Jigme Namgyel Engineering College Fablab

Jigme Namgyel Engineering College Fablab is a community Makerspace in Deothang, Samdrupjongkhar, Bhutan, Bhutan. it provides open access to digital fabrication tools, electronics labs, and collaborative workspaces for students, educators, entrepreneurs, and independent makers. Members can work with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, and electronics prototyping equipment to turn ideas into functional prototypes. The space hosts regular STEM workshops, coding sprints, and design thinking sessions that attract talent from across Samdrupjongkhar. Whether you are a first-time maker or a seasoned hardware engineer, Jigme Namgyel Engineering College Fablab offers the tools, community, and mentorship needed to build, iterate, and innovate — making it one of the most valuable innovation resources in Bhutan.

Description

Jigme Namgyel Engineering College, Royal University of Bhutan established its Digital Fabrication Laboratory (FabLab) in December 2023 with generous support of the School of Engineering, Edith Cowan University, Western Australia. It is envisaged to serve as a hub for creativity, collaboration, and practical skill development for the students, faculty, and the local community.
Vision
"To be a dynamic hub for creativity, collaboration, and practical skill development, serving students, faculty, and the local community in realizing innovative ideas and solutions."
Mission:
1.
Promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship: To inspire and support students in transforming their ideas into viable products and businesses through hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies.
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Enhance Practical Skills: To provide students with opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios, thereby developing their technical and practical skills.
3.
Facilitate Interdisciplinary Collaboration: To encourage and enable collaboration among students and staff from diverse disciplines, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving and innovation.
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Engage with the Community: To actively involve the local community in FabLab activities, creating a space where knowledge is shared, and innovative solutions are developed to address community needs.

Who Can Benefit

Students & Researchers

University and school students who want access to fabrication tools, prototyping equipment, and expert mentorship.

Entrepreneurs & Startups

Early-stage founders who need a collaborative space to build, test, and iterate on their hardware or software ideas.

Educators & Trainers

Teachers and trainers who want to run practical STEM workshops, coding bootcamps, or design sprints for their cohorts.

Independent Makers

Hobbyists, artists, and independent inventors who need access to tools and a community of like-minded creators.

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