Online Course On From Data to Decisions: Machine Learning & AI for Real-World Science & Engineering (2:0)
Prof. Lakshminarayana Rao
Center for Sustainable Technologies, IISc


Objective of the course
This course is aimed at participants interested in learning to use tools from data analysis, machine learning, and artificial intelligence for solving real world problems in science and engineering. The emphasis is on identifying and modelling problems, collecting and curating data, building models and interpreting the results, in various domains.
Syllabus
Introduction to data driven problem solving; Data types, collection and curation; Introduction and relevance of Data Analysis (DA), exploratory DA, visualization. Foundational statistics; Introduction to machine learning; types and models of learning. Neural networks and deep learning; Modern AI systems; Real-world case studies.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor of Engineering or Science.
Pre-requisites
Inclination to learn mathematical aspects of ML and AI; Python programming
Who can apply?
Corporate employees willing to up-skill or re-skill Fresh graduates, Government employees working on big data analysis.
Number of credits – 2:0
Mode of Instruction:
Online
Last date to apply:
27 July 2025
Duration:
AUG-DEC 2025
Class Start Date
9th August 20225
Timings of the class:
Every Saturday between 10 AM to 2 PM for 8 successive working weeks
Course Fee
Particulars | Amount |
Course Fee | 10,000 |
Application Fee | 300 |
GST@18% | 1,854 |
Total | 12,154 |