Artificial Intelligence has been one of the most-discussed topics related to computer science in the last few decades, one whose far-reaching potential has been professed for years. The term Artificial Intelligence was coined in the 50s by John McCarthy, one of the most influential computer scientists, widely known as the "Father of Artificial Intelligence" because of his seminal work in Computer Science and AI. Artificial Intelligence is the simulation of human intelligence by computer systems. Applications include Expert Systems, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Speech Recognition and Machine Vision.
AI holds the promise of being able to quickly and effectively automate tasks done by humans such as customer service related activities, lead generation, fraud detection, QC and various other tasks. AI can perform better than humans particularly in tasks that are repetitive and detail-oriented such as analyzing large volume numerical data, filling of forms etc. AI tools complete such jobs quickly and with few errors. Considering the massive amounts of data that can be processed, AI offers enterprises insights into their operations in the form of trends, patterns, processes and practices. The rapidly growing AI universe and its newer generative AI tools are all set to impact every sphere of our lives - from healthcare to education to technology development.
AI systems work by taking in and processing large volumes of data and then analyzing it for patterns and relationships to predict future scenarios. AI programming focuses on cognitive skills that include:
A chatbot for example is fed with huge volume text which is contextually extracted during interactions with a user. Similarly, an image recognition tool learns to identify and describe objects by scanning and analyzing millions of image samples. We already have applications like ChatGPT that are able to generate content on a variety of topics based on text cues provided by users. This is achieved by intelligently sourcing information relevant to the topic queried from its vast repository of data.
A virtual assistant like Siri for example uses AI to access contacts, recognise the word “Mom,” and call the number. Assistants such as these use NLP, ML, statistical analysis and algorithmic execution to understand what is being asked and try to fetch that information.
AI is driven by a platform of specialized hardware and software for writing and training machine learning algorithms. Programming languages used to build AI systems include Python, R, Java, C++ and Julia all of which have features that are leveraged by AI developers.
AI is today, one of the hottest technologies around with various leading companies making huge investments in research and development.
Some of the exciting areas in AI are Deep Learning and Explainable AI. Deep Learning is about ‘teaching’ computers to process data in a method, inspired by the human brain. Models developed by Deep Learning can recognize complex patterns in pictures, text, sounds, and other related data to generate insights and predictions. Explainable AI includes a set of tools and frameworks that help in understanding and interpreting predictions made by Machine Learning models. These are being integrated with several products and services to deliver highly innovative solutions with rich functionality.
Several interesting products are emerging from these companies and many more are in the pipeline. AI’s applications are poised to transform various industries such as Healthcare, Banking & Finance, Entertainment, Transportation, Education, Defence, Manufacturing, Information Technology and more.
Considering the growing importance of AI and the huge demand of qualified professionals in that space, Dayananda Sagar University offers a B. Tech in Artificial Intelligence. This 4 year, full time program has a comprehensive curriculum covering fundamental concepts, systems, programming languages, emerging methodologies, models, applications, trends, designing of systems and solutions and more. With a B.Tech in AI, students can equip themselves with the skills required to pursue exciting careers in the highly exciting, competitive, and rewarding AI space.
In conclusion, as the pulse of technology beats faster, the B.Tech program in Artificial Intelligence at Dayananda Sagar University stands as a gateway to unlocking the boundless potential of AI. With a curriculum tailored to leverage the evolving landscape, this program ensures that students are not only well-versed in the foundational aspects of AI but are also equipped to pioneer innovations that will shape the future across diverse industries. Embracing the transformative power of AI is not just a choice; it's a necessity for those ready to lead the charge into a world where intelligence meets innovation. Join us at Dayananda Sagar University and be at the forefront of shaping the future with Artificial Intelligence.
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