M Tech - Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

ThePostgraduate programme in AI and DS designed by MVJCE aims to equip students with the technical skills they need, to process, analyse, and visualize data in a variety of real-time applications. This programme prepares students to recognize and evaluate societal, health, safety and cultural issues, identifying their future obligations as engineers to provide the best possible solutions.

The curriculum of this MTech programme at MVJCE is interdisciplinary, combining Computer Science with mathematical foundations, artificial intelligence techniques, machine learning principles, statistical methods, data science philosophies, and their applications in a variety of fields. Subfields like Big Data Analytics, Deep Learning, Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition are also covered in the curriculum. At the end of the programme, students will be able to identify and use formulas, and design principles and procedures, for creating Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning systems. They will be able to use tools from Computer Science to help them with Data Science projects, to summarise, and assess the theories, models and methods of statistics and machine learning. They will learn to use current ideas, algorithms, technologies, approaches and tools, to take on and solve complicated Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence challenges.

This Postgraduate course at MVJCE will develop skills like MIS Reporting Analytics, Data visualization, Data blending and manipulation, Data mining and analysis, R Programming, Statistical analysis and modelling, Predictive modelling, Supervised and Unsupervised Machine Learning, Machine learning modelling, Text mining and NLP, Python for data analysis, Statistical analysis and Data science methods.

A holistic approach to the teaching-learning process offers students a lot of flexibility. The course content incorporates both basic level courses as well as higher level courses in AI and DS. The basic courses like Foundations of Data Science, Deep learning, Data analysis and Visualization will help the students gain a basic understanding of AI and DS. Courses like Modelling& Simulation, AI for High Performance Computing, Optimization methods in Machine Learning, Image analytics and Autonomous vehicles will orient students towards research. The programme will motivate students to take up research-oriented projects in the cutting-edge technologies of AI and DS.

A Sneak Peek into your Future

According to the statistics provided by the US Bureau of Labour, "The rise of Data Science needs will create roughly 11.5 million job openings, by 2026”.As a Postgraduate professional in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, you will get the opportunity to work in the best companies in India and abroad, in a variety of roles, considering the multi-disciplinary nature of this course.

Since the last few years, Data Analysts and Scientists have been in great demand, and this trend is unlikely to reverse anytime soon. They will be able to find employment and internships in a wide range of industries. Thanks to the activePlacement Cell at MVJCE, along with a robust alumni network and supportive industry partners, our students get placed in leading Data Science firms and research institutions, in fields like finance, business, economics and healthcare.

Alternatively, you can pursue doctoral programmes or get into research. Higher studies will give you the opportunity to get into higher management positions. Research is ingrained in the MVJCE milieu – through the labs, projects and workshops, students are constantly motivated to pursue research.

Why an MTech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science from MVJCE?

MVJCE, one of the foremost colleges in Bangalore for Engineering education, will be the best choice for one who wishes to pursue Master’s in AI and DS. The college understands the needs of the industry and prepares its students to be industry-ready, by the time they graduate from the institution.

Moreover,

• MVJCE is an autonomous institution, and offers a customised MTech in AI & DS,with the end goal of preparing every student for the workforce, at the end of two years.
• It is affiliated to VTU and has received approval and recognition from India's top accreditation organisations like AICTE, UGC, NBA and NAAC.
• It has cutting-edge infrastructure, that includes contemporary classrooms, state-of-the-art labs and a vast library with an enviable collection of books, periodicals and digital material. Set in 15 acres of lush greenery, it provides the ideal ambience for academic pursuits.
• Apart from the technical skills that are imparted, it also hones your communication skills and interpersonal skills. You will be trained to communicate effectively on complex engineering activities, write reports flawlessly and with clarity, design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive instructions, unambiguously.
• It prepares you to be a ‘team-person’, to brainstorm and exchange ideas, till you find the perfect solution to complex engineering problems.
• The interdisciplinary curriculum of this unique Postgraduate programme that has been specially designed keeping in mind the recommendations of NEP 2020, preparesyou for the latest technological advancements. The industry-oriented curriculum helps in building a strong foundation in the advanced technologies of AI and ML.
• The course is specifically designed to provide you with exposure to various applications that can be built using the AI & ML techniques, and apply these techniques, methods and tools to the applications. Youwill be able to explore the practical components for developing AI platforms and apps.
• You will develop high levels of proficiency in Mathematics, as this degree requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• You will gain expertise in advanced topics like machine learning, robotics, pattern recognition, cognitive computing, deep learning, human-computer interaction etc. The subfields like big data analytics, deep learning, computer vision and pattern recognition are also given due weight age in the course structure.
• Out of a total of 80 credits, Projects and Master Thesis attract 18 credits, which amounts to 23% of the total credits. Thus, a lot of emphasis is laid on projects and thesis, promoting experiential learning. The elective will enable you to acquire knowledge in the engineering domains where one can apply AI and DS.
• This Post graduate programme in AI and DS includes bothadvanced topics(if you are already an AI and DS professional) as well as basic topics (if you are a first-time learner of AI and DS).
• The research-oriented courses built into the curriculum will build a strong research foundation.
• The academic calendar is packed with workshops, seminars, projects, tech events, guest lectures, competitions/contests and field trips, providing plenty of opportunity for 'learning outside the classroom'. You will benefit hugely from interactions with experts in the Industry and Academia. You gain hands-on experience through various industrial projects.

Requirements for joining MTech Programme in AI and DS Engineering

Admission to the Postgraduate programme(MTech) in AI & DS at MVJCE may be obtained through the Postgraduate Entrance examinations and selection process, or through the Management Admission process. For both these options, the student must meet the following requirements: