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Tamil Nadu to introduce AI, ML courses across 50 ITIs
Tamil Nadu wants students in government vocational schools to learn about AI and machine learning.
These are technologies that help computers perform tasks and use data.
The new courses will be introduced in 50 ITIs over five years.
Ten ITIs will start the courses each year.
The programme will cost Rs 10 crore.
About 24,000 students may benefit.
Officials are preparing lessons, laboratories and teacher training.
Technology companies and industries may help students gain practical experience.
The first 10 ITIs will be selected after their facilities and nearby job opportunities are assessed.
Tamil Nadu will introduce Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning trades in 50 government ITIs over five years.
The phased programme will cost Rs 10 crore, with 10 ITIs added each year.
Around 24,000 students are expected to benefit during the implementation period.
The Directorate of Employment and Training is preparing the curriculum and assessing infrastructure, equipment and faculty needs.
The government plans industry partnerships to support practical training, internships and workplace-relevant skills.
- Who
- The Tamil Nadu government, through the Directorate of Employment and Training under the Labour Welfare and Skill Development Department.
- What
- Introducing Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning as new trades in 50 government Industrial Training Institutes.
- Where
- Government ITIs in Tamil Nadu.
- When
- Over five years, with 10 ITIs beginning the courses each year; the first institutions are being considered for the current academic year.
- Why
- To modernise vocational education, improve employment prospects and provide skills relevant to technology-driven industries.
Key facts
- Programme scope
- AI and Machine Learning trades in 50 government ITIs
- Implementation period
- Five years
- Annual expansion
- 10 government ITIs per year
- Estimated cost
- Rs 10 crore
- Expected beneficiaries
- Around 24,000 students
- Lead agency
- Directorate of Employment and Training
- Industry involvement
- Planned partnerships for practical sessions, internships, exposure visits and professional guidance
Sources
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