AI for ALL

CHENNAI – Taking a major step toward making tech education more accessible to all, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has launched five free Artificial Intelligence (AI) courses on the Swayam Plus platform.

These online courses, ranging from 25 to 45 hours in duration, are completely free and specifically designed to benefit students, educators, and professionals from various fields.

Titled ‘AI for All’, the initiative aims to democratize AI education by removing entry barriers and making it accessible to everyone. According to a press release from IIT Madras, “No prior experience in AI or coding is required — basic digital literacy and a willingness to learn are all you need to enroll.”

The five newly launched courses under the ‘AI for All’ initiative cover a broad range of disciplines:

• AI in Physics – Applies machine learning and neural networks to solve real-world physics problems.

• AI in Chemistry – Explores AI-driven molecular prediction and chemical modeling using Python.

• AI in Accounting – Combines accounting principles with automation, data analytics, and AI tools.

• Cricket Analytics with AI – Focuses on analyzing sports data using Python and visualization tools.

• AI/ML Using Python – A foundational course covering programming basics, statistics, and core machine learning techniques.

“These courses, aligned with the National Credit Framework (NCrF), are designed to be credit-eligible for higher education institutions and promote skill-based learning,” said R. Sarathi, Dean (Planning) and Swayam Plus Coordinator at IIT Madras. “The curriculum focuses on hands-on training, real-world datasets, and case study-based instruction, making AI accessible to learners from diverse backgrounds — including engineering, science, commerce, arts, and interdisciplinary fields.”

Key Highlights for Students:

• 100% Free Courses – You don’t need to pay anything.

• No Coding Needed – You can join even if you don’t know programming or AI.

• Beginner Friendly – Just basic computer knowledge is enough.

• Flexible Duration – Courses range from 25 to 45 hours and can be done at your own pace.

• Certificate & Credit-Eligible – The courses are aligned with the National Credit Framework (NCrF), so they may count as academic credit in colleges.

• Hands-On Learning – You’ll learn using real-world data, practical examples, and case studies.

• Open to All Streams – Whether you’re from science, commerce, arts, or engineering, you can join.

What IIT Madras Says:

According to Prof. R. Sarathi, Dean (Planning) and Swayam Plus Coordinator at IIT Madras:

“These courses are designed to help students from all backgrounds. Our goal is to make AI learning simple, practical, and accessible to everyone.”

Where to Enroll:

You can visit the Swayam Plus platform and sign up for any of the courses. The process is easy and only takes a few minutes.

Important Deadline:

Registration is open until May 12, 2025.

Enroll here: https://swayam-plus.swayam2.ac.in/ai-for-all-courses