Guru Nanak Dev University introduces 5-Year Integrated M.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Engineering
Amritsar, April 19 :- Kamal Kumar
Under the leadership of Prof. (Dr.) Jaspal Singh Sandhu, Vice Chancellor, "Artificial Intelligence and Robotics” laboratoryis established in the Department of Mechanical Engineering with the support of Dr. P.K. Pati,coordinator, Golden Jubilee Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation funded by RUSA grant, Govt. of India, New Delhi. This initiative signifies GNDU's commitment to stay at the forefront of technological advancements in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics.
Dr. Harminder Singh, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, highlighted the significance of this achievement, stating that "GNDU is one of the select premium institutions in India chosen to establish anArtificial Intelligence and Robotics infrastructure in theDepartment of Mechanical Engineering. Leveraging this state-of-the-art infrastructure and aligning with the National Education Policy 2020, the department has introduced an integrated five year M. Tech. with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Engineering focusing on conception, design, manufacturing and operation of robots using Artificial Intelligence and commencing from the academic session 2024-25 for 12th pass out students. Students will be awarded with B. Tech.Degree after completing four years.Admission to this program will be based on the University entrance exam, ensuring a rigorous selection process for aspiring students.
The newly introduced integrated M.Tech.programme in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Engineeringhas been meticulously crafted to cater to therevolutionary manufacturing, equipping students with the skills and knowledge essential for success in this dynamic field.This program will provide diverse career prospects in the field ofartificial intelligence, machine learning, remote sensing, sustainable energy systems, automation, drones, self-driving cars and robotics.
Discussing the growing opportunities in the robotics and automation sector, Dr. Singh remarked, "We have witnessed a remarkable upsurge in placement and internship opportunities for our students.” At this moment Prof. Ravinder Singh Sawhney, Dean Faculty of Engineering and Technology, emphasized that ever increasing demand of robotics and automation in almost all fields will streamline repetitive, hazardous and tedious tasks.
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