IIT Mandi is inviting applications for various short-term certificate programs, including a Data Science and Machine Learning program in collaboration with the National Skills Development Corporation (NSDC). The programs are designed to equip the youth in Himachal Pradesh with the latest industry-standard skills, including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things (IoT), Robotics, and Industrial Automation. The courses are residential or online and are free of cost for Himachali candidates.
The Centre for Continuing Education at IIT Mandi, in collaboration with HPKVN, is offering customized and flexible one/two-month training programs that include machine learning, IoT-based automation, and robotics to Engineering, BCA, MCA, ITI, Polytechnic, Teachers, Trainers, and working professionals. The primary objective of these programs is to enhance the job prospects of candidates with IT education and experience in related fields.
Prof. Tushar Jain, Head of CCE at IIT Mandi, said that these courses aim to provide new-age courses designed for Himachali youth, provide them with an opportunity to enhance their skills, and align them with the latest industry standards. The courses prepare aspiring data scientists to understand both the theory and application of data science models.
The institute is committed to providing placement opportunities upon successful completion of the courses. The students are allowed to stay on campus during the duration of the program and can benefit from interest-free EMI provided by banks partnered with FutureAcad.
Interested candidates can apply through the links provided in this article until June 15, 2023. The proposals aim to empower the youth of Himachal Pradesh by providing quality education, practical skills, and job placement opportunities to enhance their employability prospects.