CITT Guidelines and Criteria for Student Innovation Funding

Eligibility

• Applicants must be registered ITUM students with no disciplinary record.
• The proposal must be submitted through the Innovation Club Advisor / CITT Head.
• The project must be technically feasible, safe, and align with ITUM’s academic or innovation themes (e.g., sustainability, materials, mobility, digital tech).
• A faculty mentor must be appointed (preferably from the respective division).
• The team must agree to share periodic progress and final outcomes (presentation/demo + report).

Funding & Procurement

• Maximum seed grant: depending on available CITT fund allocation.
• Funds are for prototype materials, fabrication, and 3D printing only, no personal allowances.
• All expenditures must be backed by invoices or official quotations.
• Certain facilities, e.g., 3D printing, can be done through external vendors approved by the CITT Committee.

Reporting & Accountability

• Progress report (with photos/videos) every 4–6 weeks for continuous projects.
• A presentation & demonstration to CITT panel.
• Intellectual property ownership: shared between ITUM and project team, subject to future patent filing (handled via CITT IP Desk).
• Acknowledgment clause: All publications/exhibitions must credit CITT–ITUM support.

Proposal Template for Students

Section 1 – Project Overview

• Title of the project
• Names, registration numbers, and division of team members (6 students)
• Faculty mentor name and contact
• Duration of project and timeline (Gantt chart optional)
• Expected outcomes (prototype, model, publication, exhibition, patent potential)

Section 2 – Background and Rationale

• Short introduction: problem statement or gap addressed
• Significance: relevance to sustainable mobility, lightweight materials, or aerodynamic efficiency
• Expected societal / environmental impact

Section 3 – Technical Description

• Concept design: Aerodynamic principles, lightweight frame rationale, materials selection
• Key design features (body contour, wheel geometry, frame design)
• Tools/software used (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CFD simulations)
• Safety and performance considerations

Section 4 – Objectives and Deliverables

• Measurable goals (e.g., drag reduction %, weight target, speed performance)
• Final deliverables (3D-printed prototype, report, demo video)

Section 5 – Work Plan and Timeline

• Step-wise plan: design → simulation → 3D modeling → printing → assembly → testing
• Estimated duration for each phase (with start and end dates)

Section 6 – Budget Breakdown

Item	Description	Estimated Cost (LKR)	Remarks
3D Printing Filament / Resin	For the aerodynamic body	Rs. xx,xxx	Vendor quotation attached
Frame Components	Lightweight alloy/plastic frame	Rs. xx,xxx	Attach vendor quotations or screenshots
Wheel Assembly	Custom low-friction design	Rs. xx,xxx	Vendor quotation attached
Miscellaneous	Adhesives, fasteners, finishing	Rs. 30,000	Vendor quotation attached
Total Requested		Rs. xx,xxx

Section 7 – Expected Outcomes and Impact

• Technical outcomes (efficiency, drag coefficient, etc.)
• Educational outcomes (skills developed, interdisciplinary learning)
• Innovation potential (patent, INCO display, startup idea)

Section 8 – Risk and Mitigation

• Technical risks (printing errors, material limitations)
• Financial risks (cost overruns)
• Mitigation plan (backup materials, alternative methods)

Section 9 – Certification and Approval

• Signed by:
  • Project leader
  • Faculty mentor
  • Division Head
  • CITT Head (for review)

Evaluation Rubric (for CITT Panel)

Criterion	Weight (%)	Description
Innovation & Originality	25	Novelty of concept, design thinking
Technical Feasibility	25	Engineering soundness, use of simulations or models
Sustainability	15	Use of sustainable materials / energy efficiency
Implementation Plan	15	Timeline realism and clarity
Budget Rationality	10	Justification and transparency
Institutional Impact	10	Relevance to ITUM, visibility at exhibitions

Note: A minimum total score of 70% is required for funding approval.

For detailed reference, please download the official CITT Guidelines and Criteria for Student Innovation Funding document.