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Pentathlon

Introduction

Want to desperately come out of books and want to do something practical and fast? Do you feel you can do things the fastest? Then pool up your resources, form a team and participate in what we call as the Shaastra Pentathlon which is one of the big events in Shaastra this time. Here you make your way to the final problem statement encountering small puzzles on your quest. Combine the technical prowess of engineering skills and the excitement of a race and you get the Shaastra Pentathlon.

Total prize money: Rs. 29,000

Event Format

Pentathlon is the ultimate adrenaline rush where your team races against time racking your brains on a set of 5 hands on puzzles. These puzzles will be on the basic fields of engineering like mechanical, electrical, civil etc. With teams getting eliminated in each successive round based on the time taken, thinking on your toes will be the crux of Pentathlon. Also forming the right team( 4 per team) with engineers from the right fields will be paramount.

Rules

  • It is an on-the-spot event
  • Participants have to form teams of 4,each preferably from a different engineering discipline. Registration will be done during Shaastra.

FAQ

  • Are there any preliminary rounds or any written test / quizzes?
    No. Pentathlon is a pure hands - on event.
  • Is any preregistration required?
    No. It is an on-the-spot event.
  • Is it absolutely necessary to have all the 4 team members from different branches?
    Not at all. However having members from different basic branches will increase your chances of cracking the event.
  • Are there any prerequisites for the event?
    Not really. All you need is presence of mind and some handy knowledge of engineering basics.