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EVENT OVERVIEW –     The Internship and Training Program on “Plastic Processing, CNC Milling and CNC Lathe” undertaken by MTU students at Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology aimed to provide industrial exposure and hands-on experience in modern manufacturing technologies. The program enhanced students’ technical competencies in plastic processing techniques and CNC machining operations, preparing them for industry-oriented careers.

Event Name

Internship and Training Program on “Plastic Processing, CNC Milling and CNC Lathe”

Event Date

5th January 2026 to 24th January 2026

Event Description

The 20-day internship program provided intensive practical training in plastic processing technologies such as injection molding and extrusion, along with CNC Milling and CNC Lathe machine operations. Students were trained in machine setup, tool selection, CNC programming basics, machining parameters, safety measures, and quality inspection procedures. The training emphasized real-time industrial practices and production techniques used in manufacturing industries

Resource Person(s)

Technical Experts and Trainers
Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET), IMPHAL

Coordinator(s)

Dr. K  Gopal Krishna Singh

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Dept. , MTU

Organized by

Department of Mechanical Engineering, MTU

In collaboration with
Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology,cipet-Imphal

Total Days of Event

20 days

The number of Students Participating in the program

MALE

FEMALE

TOTAL

03

03

06

Number of Faculty & Staff who participated in the program

TEACHING

NON-TEACHING

TOTAL

00

00

00

Number of Local participants

MALE

FEMALE

TOTAL

03

03

06

Location

Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET), IMPHAL

Plan of action

• Provide practical exposure in plastic processing and CNC machining.
• Develop industrial skills in CNC Milling and CNC Lathe operations.
• Enhance students’ knowledge of manufacturing processes and production systems.
• Promote industry-academia collaboration.
• Improve employ-ability and technical expertise of MTU students.

Action Report

• Successfully completed 20 days internship at CIPET Imphal.
• Conducted hands-on training in injection molding and extrusion processes.
• Provided practical exposure to CNC Milling and CNC Lathe operations.
• Introduced students to CNC programming fundamentals and machining parameters.
• Ensured adherence to industrial safety standards and quality control procedures

Outcomes / Impact of the activity

• Students gained real-time industrial exposure.
• Improved technical knowledge in plastic processing and CNC machining.
• Enhanced practical skills and confidence in operating CNC machines.
• Strengthened understanding of modern manufacturing practices.
• Increased industry readiness and career opportunities for MTU students

Feedback

·  Participants highly appreciated the practical and industry-oriented training approach.

·  The CNC hands-on sessions were found to be extremely beneficial and insightful.

·  Participants suggested including advanced CNC programming modules in future internships.

·  Overall, the internship was informative, skill-enhancing, and career-oriented.