The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras, has introduced the ‘IITM School Connect’ programme. It offers two online certificate courses: Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and Electronic Systems. These courses are specially designed for school students in classes 11 and 12.
Programme Details
- Duration: 4 to 8 weeks.
- Mode: Online.
- Course Features:
- Recorded lecture videos.
- Hands-on training and projects.
- Live interactive sessions.
- Assignments and computer-based assessments.
- Certification: Students completing the course will receive certificates from IIT Madras.
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Registration and Batch Information
- Next Batch Starts: October 21, 2024.
- Registration Period: September 16 to October 4, 2024.
- Registration Link: school-connect.study.iitm.ac.in.
Impact and Reach
- Over 11,000 students benefited from the previous batch.
- 500 schools have partnered with IIT Madras to promote this initiative.
Benefits for Students
The courses provide practical career exposure, enabling students to explore fields like data analysis, robotics, and electronics. Professor Prathap Haridoss, Dean of Academic Courses at IIT Madras, shared that these programmes allow students to identify their strengths and interests while working on real-world projects like building robots or extracting insights from datasets.
This initiative aims to empower students with knowledge and skills to prepare them for future career opportunities.
For more details, visit the official website of IIT Madras School Connect.
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