AI Essentials for Educators
AI Essentials for Educators
The AI Essentials for Educators Bootcamp is a 20-hour immersive training program designed for college faculty members who want to integrate AI into their curriculum without requiring prior programming knowledge. This program covers Generative AI, NLP, Agentic AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and AI-powered tools, equipping educators with the skills to train future AI engineers and keep their curriculum aligned with industry advancements.
Programming in Python
This course is a concise yet comprehensive program tailored for B.Tech/MCA/BCA/M.Tech students and corporate professionals. Covering Python fundamentals, control flow, functions, file handling, and object-oriented concepts, participants gain hands-on experience to code, analyze data, and develop applications efficiently. No prior experience required, making it ideal for beginners and experienced programmers alike.
Program Duration
20 hours
Batch Date
24th March'25
Learning Format
Online Live
Course Price
₹999 (Inc. GST)
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Course Curriculum
Foundations of AI and Generative AI
- Program Introduction – Importance of AI in education and its industry impact.
- Generative AI Concepts & Applications – Understanding LLMs, Foundation Models, and real-world use cases.
- Prompt Engineering Basics – Crafting effective AI prompts using zero-shot, few-shot, and chain-of-thought prompting.
NLP and Knowledge Representation
- Fundamentals of NLP – Text classification, sentiment analysis, and summarization in AI.
- Introduction to Vector Databases – How Pinecone, Weaviate, and Qdrant power AI applications.
- Introduction to LangChain – Developing AI workflows for academic and industry use.
Advanced AI Concepts and Tools
- Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) – Using AI with knowledge bases for accurate responses.
- Concept of Agentic AI – Exploring AI autonomy, multi-agent systems, and decision-making.
- AI Tools Demonstration – Hands-on CrewAI and AutoGen training.
Curriculum Alignment and Program Wrap-Up
- Designing an AI-Ready Curriculum – Mapping AI topics to college curriculums.
- Future of AI in Education & Industry – Panel discussion on Explainable AI, Ethical AI, and AI Governance.
Program Outcomes
Develop an understanding of emerging AI technologies like Generative AI, NLP, and Agentic AI
Understand vector databases and their role in AI-powered search and recommendations
Gain hands-on experience with AI tools such as LangChain, CrewAI, and AutoGen
Explore how AI-driven education can enhance student learning
outcomes
Learn structured prompt engineering techniques to optimize AI
models
Be equipped to update and align curricula with industry demands to produce job-ready AI engineers
Certification Benfits
- Enhanced career opportunities
- E&ICT Adacemy, IIT Kanpur Certification
- Recognition and credibility in the industry
- Skill development and professional growth
Prerequisites
- No experience is required. But fundamental knowledge of C/C++ and statistics would be helpful.
Admission Closes on 5 March
Skills Covered
- Business Strategic & Analytics
- Operations Management
- Decision Making Tools
- Finance & Economics
- Marketing Management
- Organizational Behavior and Design
- Human Resource Management
- Breakthrough Management
- Management Communication
- Green Manufacturing
- Ethics & Values in Business
- Interpersonal Skills & Leadership
- Vision to Execution Entrepreneurship
- Micro and Macro Economics
- Leadership & Decision Making
- Frontier Technologies in Manufacturing
- Strategies for Managing Innovation
- Technology Management
- Advance Materials
- Automation & Robotics in Manufacturing
- Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Know your faculty
Prof. Amey Karakare
Prof. Amey Karakare is a Head Of The Department (HOD) for CSE branch at IIT Kanpur. Developed and maintains Prutor, a renowned Learning Management System (LMS) for programming courses, enhancing the learning experience for students and streamlining tasks for instructors since 2013. Recognized with prestigious awards including the 1989 Batch Faculty Award from IITK Alumni Association and the Best Faculty of the Year 2018 award from the Computer Society of India’s Mumbai Chapter. Offers popular online Python courses that have garnered significant popularity among Indian students and faculty members. Conducts Faculty Development Workshops on diverse topics, including Python programming, Machine Learning, and High-Performance Computing, contributing to educational advancement. Key involvement in high-impact projects sponsored by government agencies, such as setting up Rashtriya Avishkar Labs in over 150 schools and leading the Electronics and ICT Academy at IIT Kanpur, dedicated to training faculty and students.
Key Features:
- No prerequisites – Open to all educators, no programming background needed
- Practical AI training – Covers Generative AI, NLP, RAG, and AI tools
- Hands-on experience – Work with LangChain, CrewAI, AutoGen, and vector databases
Who is this course for:
- This course is exclusively for faculty members of colleges and universities; it is not available to students or professionals. Please note that payment is non-refundable once processed.
- Collage faculty members looking to integrate AI into their teaching
- Educators seeking hands-on exposure to AI without prior programming experience
- Academicians aiming to align AI education with industry standards
Course Mentor
Prateek Kataria
Prateek Kataria is a seasoned AI and Salesforce innovator with 12+ years of experience and 20X Salesforce certifications. As Chief Product Officer at saasguru and Co-Founder of GetGenerative.ai, he specializes in simplifying complex AI technologies and aligning them with practical, real-world applications. Passionate about empowering educators, Prateek is dedicated to helping faculties integrate cutting-edge AI tools and methodologies into their teaching, preparing students to thrive in an AI-driven future.
Course Fee
TOTAL PROGRAM FEE
- Course Type: Online Live
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Certificate: Yes
- Batch Date: 24th March 2025
Data Science Course Fee
- A bachelor's degree with an average score of at least 50%
- Prior knowledge or experience in programming and mathematics
- 2+ years of formal work experience (preferred)
Best Suited For
- Software Engineers
- Freshers
- BI Developers
Important Dates
22nd September, 2022 (Thursday)
- Online portal for application opens
18th November, 2022 (Friday)
- Online portal for application closes
18th November, 2022 (Friday)
- Receipt of letters of recommendation by Referees closes
23rd November, 2022 (Wednesday)
- Last date of receipt of physical applications
26th November, 2022 (Saturday)
- Shortlisting candidates for written test
11th December, 2022 (Sunday) (tentative)
- Written test at 4 locations (Delhi, Calcutta, Mumbai, Chennai)
14th December, 2022 (Wednesday)
- Shortlisted candidates for personal interview
1st January, 2023 (Sunday)
- Personal interview at IIT Kanpur
03rd January, 2023 (Tuesday)
- Selected candidates for admission
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FAQs
Who should attend this Bootcamp?
This Bootcamp is designed for college faculty members looking to enhance their AI knowledge and integrate modern AI methodologies into their teaching.
Are there any prerequisites?
No, No programming or AI experience is required. This Bootcamp is structured to provide step-by-step guidance for educators.
What AI tools will be covered?
You will gain hands-on experience with LangChain, CrewAI, AutoGen, Pinecone, Weaviate, and Qdrant.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate validating your expertise in AI education.