The Diploma of Associate Engineer (DAE) in Artificial Intelligence is a three-year technical program designed to bridge the gap between traditional computer science and the rapidly evolving field of AI. Certified by the KPBTE, this diploma provides a solid foundation for students starting their careers right after Matriculation.
Program Overview
- Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters).
- Eligibility: Completion of Matriculation (Science) with at least 50% marks.
- Certification: Awarded by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Board of Technical & Commerce Education.
Curriculum Highlights
The program is structured to move from basic engineering concepts to advanced AI applications:
- Year 1: Foundation Building
- Core subjects including Applied Mathematics, Physics, and English.
- Introduction to Computer Programming and Web Development fundamentals.
- Year 2: Core Computing
- Data Structures, Computer Networks, and Digital Logic Design.
- Relational Database Management Systems and basic Python for AI.
- Year 3: Specialized AI Training
- Machine Learning & Deep Learning: Training models to recognize patterns and make decisions.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP): Enabling computers to understand and process human language.
- Computer Vision: Teaching systems to derive information from digital images or videos.
- Capstone Project: A final-year practical project to demonstrate AI implementation in real-world scenarios.
Career & Future Pathways
Graduates of the DAE AI program are equipped for various technical roles or further education:
- Professional Roles: Junior AI Developer, Data Analyst, Machine Learning Technician, or IT Support Specialist.
- Higher Education: Provides a direct pathway to a BS in Artificial Intelligence or other engineering degrees, often with the benefit of technical background.
- Industry Demand: AI skills are increasingly sought after in sectors like healthcare, finance, and smart manufacturing.
DAE Artificial Intelligence: Semester 1 Course Outline
The first semester focuses on building a strong academic foundation in mathematics and general science while introducing students to the basic logic of computing and AI.
- Gen-111: Islamiat & Pakistan Studies
An overview of Islamic values, ethics, and the history and geography of Pakistan as per national KPBTE curriculum standards. - Eng-112: English
Development of functional English skills, including technical writing, reading comprehension, and grammar essentials for IT professionals. - Math-123: Applied Mathematics-I
Core mathematical concepts including algebra, trigonometry, and basic calculus, which are essential for understanding AI algorithms later in the program. - Phy-122: Applied Physics
Fundamental principles of physics, with a focus on electricity, magnetism, and electronics that form the hardware basis of computing systems. - AI-113: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
A foundational course covering the history of AI, basic terminology (Supervised vs. Unsupervised learning), and the ethical implications of AI technology. - COMP-122: Introduction to Computer Programming (Python)
Hands-on training in Python, the primary language for AI. Students learn variables, loops, conditional statements, and basic data structures. - COMP-132: Information Technology Fundamentals
Comprehensive study of computer hardware, operating systems, and basic networking to ensure students are tech-proficient from the start