In a first-of-its-kind initiative at Trinity College, Kandy (TCK), the young Trinitians recently explored the rapidly evolving world of CAD design, digital fabrication, and industrial-grade 3D printing through an immersive 3D Design & Printing Workshop organised by the Technopreneurship Club in collaboration with Technotronic Futuristics. Conducted across two sessions held on 18 May and 21 May 2026, the workshop took place at the newly built AI & Robotics Laboratory at the New Science Building and provided students with a unique opportunity to experience the complete workflow of modern product design and prototyping.
The sessions were jointly conducted by Mr Venura Wijesekera and Mr Yasassvi Wijesekara, old boys of TCK and Directors of Technotronic Futuristics, a Sri Lankan technology and innovation company, together with their team. Through hands-on demonstrations and industry-focused guidance, students were introduced to technologies and workflows currently used across global engineering, manufacturing, and creative industries.
Students first learned the fundamentals of Autodesk Fusion 360, where they explored CAD modelling, 3D design principles, and digital prototyping. Participants were encouraged to create their own custom models independently following the first session, allowing them to apply their creativity while gaining exposure to industry-standard design workflows.
The second session focused on transforming those digital designs into real-world objects through live demonstrations using professional-grade 3D printing technology. Students returned to the AI & Robotics Laboratory to witness their own models being prepared, sliced, and printed in real time, providing a firsthand understanding of how engineers and product designers bring digital concepts into physical reality.
One of the highlights of the workshop was the opportunity for students to interact with a range of modern industrial-grade equipment brought in by Technotronic Futuristics. The sessions featured advanced filament and resin-based 3D printers together with professional 3D scanning technology, allowing students to observe multiple forms of additive manufacturing and digital scanning workflows in action. The workshop demonstrated the precision, capabilities, and real-world applications of modern 3D printing technologies across engineering, architecture, product development, healthcare, and creative industries.
Mr Yasassvi conducted live demonstrations on the operation of the printers and explained the complete workflow behind 3D printing technology, including modelling, slicing, calibration, material selection, and print preparation. Students were also given the opportunity to print their own designs with the guidance of the Technotronic Futuristics team, making the sessions both practical and highly interactive.
The workshop also highlighted Trinity’s growing investment in future-focused digital learning platforms. Earlier this year, TCK successfully acquired Autodesk Education Pro licences for the entire school community, providing both staff and students with professional access to Autodesk’s full suite of industry-grade software tools and advanced AI-powered workflows. This initiative now enables Trinitians to explore professional applications including CAD design, engineering simulations, animation, architecture, product design, and digital manufacturing using the same platforms utilised across global industries.
This initiative reflects Trinity’s continuing efforts to expand opportunities in technology, engineering, creativity, and innovation. Over the years, the College has steadily introduced students to emerging technologies through a variety of programmes and initiatives. In 2016, students were introduced to Arduino programming, enabling them to build and programme their own robots. In 2021, these initiatives expanded further through programmes focused on circuit design, coding, and CAD designing using Tinkercad. More recently, the opening of the AI & Robotics Laboratory in August 2025 created a dedicated space for students to explore artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, digital fabrication, and other future-focused technologies in a practical learning environment.
Special appreciation is extended to Mr Venura Wijesekera, Mr Yasassvi Wijesekara, Mr Kaushitha Abahayagoonasekara, and Mr Yasintha Lalith Kumara, old boys of TCK, together with the Technotronic Futuristics team, whose expertise, guidance, and continued support made the workshop a valuable and inspiring experience for students.
The College also extends its sincere gratitude to Mr Wasana Dissanayake, Coordinator of the Trinity College Co-Curricular Engagement Initiative (TCCEI), Mr Chathura Subhawickrama, Master-in-Charge of the Technopreneurship Club, and Mr Subash Dhanasekara, Master-in-Charge of the Automotive Society, for their support and coordination in organising the workshop.
Special thanks are also extended to Mr Anuruddha Ekanayake, IT Manager, and Mr Sanjaya Rathnayake, Premises Manager, for their assistance with the logistical and network arrangements that contributed towards the smooth conduct of both sessions.
Appreciation is further extended to the PROMWEB Team, including Mr Shevantha De Silva and Mr Hirantha Madurasinghe, together with the Trinity College Media Unit, for their continued support in media coordination throughout the workshop.
– SA
