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Tribals in North and Northeast Region of India

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BSW-44: Tribals in North and Northeast Region of India

Swayam offers the BSW-44: Tribals in North and Northeast Region of India online course to expand the current knowledge of candidates about tribes native to the north and north-eastern section of India. This is a diploma-level theory course in the humanities and social sciences category and carries four credits. There are a total of 12 units devised by experts in the field.

The units of the BSW-44: Tribals in North and Northeast Region of India diploma training are segmented into three blocks which provide an in-depth understanding of the culture, existence, historical roots, and the impact of globalisation on these tribal communities.

Candidates will be educated on an array of topics related to the north and north-eastern tribes, such as religious beliefs, language, displacement, migration, among others.

The BSW-44: Tribals in North and Northeast Region of India programme is instructed by Prof Rose Nembiakkim, while IGNOU has approved the syllabus. Besides, since Swayam is a government-led initiative, the course is available for free.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Anthropology
Quality Engineering and Management

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Quality Engineering & Management

The Quality Engineering and Management programme by Swayam is a 12-week intensive core course designed for students who want to familiarise themselves with the subject and get an in-depth understanding of it. This is an undergraduate-level course that falls under the computer science and engineering field. 

Moreover, the course is divided into four modules, and there are four credits, one for each module. Every segment pertains to a different aspect of Quality Engineering and Management studies. The candidates will learn about various quality management systems, along with the statistical aspects of them, problems that are encountered, their solutions, and applications.

Studying this course will help you attain organisation and management skills in quality control. Besides, Dr. N. Venkateshwarlu, who is an associate professor at the School of Engineering and Technology, IGNOU will be the course instructor. 

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Quality control
Introduction to Poultry Farming

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Introduction to Poultry Farming

The Introduction to Poultry Farming Online course is coordinated by Dr. P. Vijayakumar of the Indira Gandhi National Open University. The course discusses various poultry farming techniques and systems practiced in India and provides insights into the advantages of the poultry industry.

The Introduction to Poultry Farming Training course offered by Swayam  is a major course in the field of Agricultural and Food Engineering providing learners valuable information about the working of the poultry industry. The course studies the status of the Indian poultry industry and analyses it from different perspectives.

The Introduction to Poultry Farming course taught over 12 weeks through self-learning materials and video lessons. The course provides learners both professional and technical information about the poultry business. The course carrying 2 credits is assessed through online quizzes and an end-term examination.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Zoology
Web Content Management

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Web Content Management

The Web Content Management programme by Swayam is a postgraduate, elective course for the Master of the Library and Information Sciences (MLIS). The course aims to develop the basics of content development, teach the usage of tools for e-publication, virtual reality, and content development. It also talks about CMS applications Drupal and Joomla, and the e-learning platform Moodle.

The Web Content Management online course curriculum includes topics such as web hosting, managing multimedia content, screencasting tools and techniques, introduction to Moodle, and more. Prof Uma Kanjilal will deliver the course. She has more than 30 years of teaching experience in IGNOU and was a Fulbright scholar at the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign, USA.

However, if you wish to acquire the certificate, you will have to take certification exams for which you have to register separately on Swayam’s official website. The course will continue over a period of 12 weeks.

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12 Weeks
Skills Covered:
Content Management skills
Communication Skills Arabic

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BAL-002: Communication Skills Arabic

This Communication Skills expert programme by Swayam is a training course for speaking the Arabic language. It is the Ministry of Human Resource Development’s initiative, in association with Swayam, to create better speakers of this vernacular. Thus, you will be adept at expressing yourself in Arabic, writing it, and maintaining a conversation with its native speakers.

This Communication Skills training course is a 12 weeks diploma programme that focuses on core skills. It will introduce you to a plethora of Arabic terms and expressions which will assist you in ordinary life situations. Completing this training will help you learn how to use such expressions, correctly, effectively, and confidently.

The experiential training model will supplement your coaching for this Communication Skills programme curriculum. The instructor will provide you with multiple real-life situations where you must intelligently carry the communication. This will help you practice how to speak the language in various circumstances. 

Additionally, an academic expert will oversee your education in the Communication Skills training programme. He is an individual with in-depth knowledge and immense experience in teaching the Arabic language effectively. Thus, this course will become an exciting journey for you in learning how to communicate in Arabic.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Communication skills
Educational Communication Technologies

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MDE-518: Educational Communication Technologies

The Educational Communication Technologies Online Course is a massive open online course that discusses the process of implementing educational communicational technologies and their scope in the present times. The course explores the features and utilities of different types of media in the educational context.

The Educational Communication Technologies Course offered by Swayam is coordinated by By Dr. G. Mythili, Analyst at Staff Training and Research Institute of Distance Education, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. The course will prepare learners for a career in the field of Teaching and Education.

The Educational Communication Technologies Certification Course is a postgraduate level course delivered to learners through online videos and self-learning material. After the completion of the core modules, learners are required to take part in online assignments and quizzes and at the end should attend a proctored examination.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Teaching skills
BCOLA 138 Business Communication

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BCOLA-138 Business Communication

The course in BCOLA-138 Business Communication institutes knowledge about business communication in companies such as verbal or non-verbal and in case if it is verbal, it is oral or written; if it is oral, what are the barriers and how can they be overcome. 

The progress of a business enterprise depends on the speed and efficiency of the communication. Every business organization therefore, sets up an effective communication network for both internal as well as external interactions and communication. Candidates taking BCOLA-138 Business Communication Classes learn why Internal communication is necessary for the flow of information from top to bottom and vice versa, which ensures perfect coordination and also about external communication which boosts procurement and supply activities. 

In this IT Age, the classical paper based communication methods have been replaced by much faster and effective Internet based communication techniques. 

All students after carrying out the required projects and assignments get a BCOLA-138 Business Communication from the IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) New Delhi.

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12 Weeks
Skills Covered:
Communication skills
Fundamentals of Computer Systems

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CIT-001: Fundamentals of Computer Systems

CIT-001: Fundamentals of Computer Systems course covers the basic working of a personal computer and introduces a wide range of software tools. You will gain fluency in the implementation of numerous devices such as I/O and storage devices. These technologies and ICT tools are quite helpful as they can be used in everyday life, and mastering them will allow you to become an enhanced professional.

You will study the concepts of problem-solving with SWAYAM’S CIT-001: Fundamentals of Computer Systems programme and use the element of logic to solve various problems. Moreover, the curriculum will also introduce you to elementary programming concepts using the C language. In this manner, the course takers learn several problem-solving techniques.

Take this course to familiarize yourself with networking devices and the working of Computer Systems to use these tools confidently and establish a firm career path by achieving expertise.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of computer networking
MGP-006 Gandhis Economic Thought

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MGP-006 Gandhis Economic Thought

The MGP-006: Gandhi's Economic Thought Certification will familiarise the learners with the fundamental ideas of Gandhi's economic thought, help them recognise and articulate the differences between modern economics and Gandhi's economic thought, and help them comprehend the challenges of sustainable development and Gandhian solutions.

MGP-006: Gandhi's Economic Thought Classes give you the chance to delve into the complexities of economic thought based on Gandhi's principles and are created in a way that will enable you to deepen your understanding of the subject because the MGP-006: Gandhi's Economic Thought Certification Syllabus is extensive and thoroughly covered. 

All students get an MGP-006: Gandhi's Economic Thought Certification by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India.

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12 Weeks
Electricity and Safety Measures

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Electricity and Safety Measures

The usage of electricity is a boon to humanity. However, its misuse can lead to significant accidents. This course on electricity and safety measures will introduce electricity from its generation to its transmission and distribution to villages, cities, and towns right up to the end-user.

The candidate will learn elementary electrical, an overview of the electrical power system, quality of electrical supply, available tools and tackle, operation and maintenance practices for substation, major substation equipment, and transformers in the first part of this course. 

The candidate shall be learning the importance of earthing and guidelines to provide earthing arrangements to protect electrical equipment for using the electricity safely, important rules regarding electricity and safety in the second part of the course. 

The third and fourth part of the course covers necessary safety measures to be taken in case of any unforeseen consequences or accidents and precautions taken at the time of the accident. The candidates also learn about the necessary first-aid measures as immediate first-aid saves lives. 

It is also essential to restore the damaged electrical system as soon as possible after any disastrous accident as a part of disaster management. Thus, the candidate acquires full knowledge and skill on electrical power and safety through this course. 

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Attention to Safety
Principles of Electrical Sciences

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Principles of Electrical Sciences

The Principles of Electrical Sciences online programme will help enhance the candidate’s understanding of electrical engineering. It is an undergraduate core course in computer science and engineering category. The training will take 12 weeks to complete and consists of four credits. 

Designed and structured by industry experts, the course is segmented into five modules. The curriculum covers the topics of basic electrical engineering including, AC and DC circuits, transformers, and electrical machines. The training also includes elementary calculations for energy consumption and low voltage electrical installations to provide in-depth knowledge of the Principles of Electrical Sciences.

The Principles of Electrical Sciences undergraduate course is meant for first-year engineering students regardless of their academic background. the credits acquired in the course are entirely transferrable and the same marks scored by the candidates may be used by their university or college.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of electronics
Principle of Electrical Sciences

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Principle of Electrical Sciences

Engineering undergraduate first-year students from all disciplines are primarily eligible for The Principle of Electrical Sciences Certification. Nearly every aspect of fundamental electrical engineering is covered in the Principle of Electrical Sciences Classes, from electrical machines and transformers to DC and AC circuits.

Principle of Electrical Sciences Certification Syllabus will acquaint you with certain basic ideas, terminologies, and methods related to the steady state analysis of electrical circuits generated by sinusoidal or d.c. sources.

All students get a Principle of Electrical Sciences Certification by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India. 

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12 Weeks
Sustainable Management of Biodiversity

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Sustainable Management of Biodiversity

Biodiversity constitutes a variety of life and species on earth. It is a way to measure the various genesis and species that are available in the ecosystem. The Sustainable Management of Biodiversity course by Swayam aims to provide a thorough understanding of the basic concepts as well as general principles of biodiversity science. The course explores in detail the values of biodiversity along with the crisis and consequences of the current loss in biodiversity.

What’s more, the Sustainable Management of Biodiversity training programme further delves into the various means of restoration, conservation, and sustainable development and utilisation of biodiversity. It provides viable solutions to a wide range of environmental and societal challenges while acting as an effective tool to increase the gap of knowledge for sustainable management of biodiversity.

Moreover, the Swayam Sustainable Management of Biodiversity online course is meant to create awareness and sensitise the students towards the environment and the loss and exploitation of biodiversity. 

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Environmental Science
Energy Resources and Conversion Processes

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Energy Resources and Conversion Processes

The Energy Resources and Conversion Processes Certification Course is a 14-week long course that carries 4 credits. The course is taught by Dr. Shweta Tripathi of the Indira Gandhi National Open University. The course explains the various ways in which energy can be converted and conserved for a better world. It will provide an in-depth understanding of all the energy conversion processes.

The Energy Resources and Conversion Processes Online Course is a diploma-level course offered by Swayam. The course deals with the replacement of conventional energy sources from renewable energy sources in the most effective ways possible. The course will be taken forward with a view of energy conservation that is the essential need of the hour.

The Energy Resources and Conversion Processes Online Courses is a suitable course for candidates working in the field of energy conversion and conservation including energy auditors and managers. Both graduates and undergraduates can opt for the course and gain valuable insights into the process of energy conservation.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of clean energy Knowledge of engineering Knowledge of Environmental Science
Ecosystem and Natural Resources

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MSD-012: Ecosystem and Natural Resources

The Ecosystem and Natural Resources Online Course is a 4 credit course taught by Dr. Y.S.C. Khuman and Dr. Jagdamba Prasad of Indira Gandhi National Open University. The course provides a detailed understanding of the concepts of ecology, ecosystems and their related aspects. It introduces students to the steps involved in natural resource management and conservation of biodiversity.

The Ecosystem and Natural Resources course offered by Swayam will explain the importance of biodiversity and factors affecting the loss of biodiversity. It discusses the actions of ecosystem services and the role played in bringing about the conservation of natural resources. The course explains how resources are extracted and distributed from the global commons.

The Ecosystem and Natural Resources Online Courses are available as postgraduate courses that equip students with vital information about land, soil and water as important resources that need to be conserved on an urgent basis. The course analyses different types of energy resources and urges the need for practising sustainable development.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Biology Knowledge of Environmental Science Knowledge of ecosystem
Study from Still Life

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OVAL – 005: Study from Still Life

The study of the still-life or still-life painting is the depiction of inanimate objects, focusing on their qualities of form, texture, composition, and colour. If you want to learn and understand the art of still life painting, Swayam’s OVAL-005: Study from Still Life course will help you gain in-depth knowledge about the elements and principles of the subject. 

The OVAL-005: Study of Still Life programme is a diploma course which is designed to teach the basic principles of still-life painting and the elements of the art-form to learners. The course can be completed in approximately 12 weeks and is taught by a top instructor from IGNOU. You will learn the subject using various audio-video multimedia and state-of-the-art technology to give you an enriching learning experience.

The OVAL-005: Study from Still Life course by Swayam is an online course. The programme offers video lectures and specially prepared reading material that can be downloaded or printed by the candidate. The course is currently ongoing, and you can enrol in the course to begin learning with the other students.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Artistic ability Sketching ability
Basic French-Talking About Oneself

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(Basic French : Course 1) BFLI 001:Parler de soi / Talking About Oneself

The Talking About Oneself Online Course deals with the basics of the French language which is considered one of the most attractive languages in the world. Through this course, learners will get an opportunity to learn the basics of French, a prominent language that is popular in schools and universities worldwide. 

The Talking About Oneself Training course offered by Swayam introduces the various distinctive features of the French language along with the life and culture of people living in France. The course will help learners get an overview of the French experience and the much-acclaimed Francophonie world.

The Talking About Oneself course is coordinated by Dr. Deepanwita Srivastava, faculty of School of Foreign Languages, Indira Gandhi National Open University. It is a diploma-level course carrying 3 credits and allowing learners to grasp the essence of the French language and utilize it to seek good job opportunities in the global sphere. 

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Communication skills Language skills
BFLI 001 Parler De Soi Talking About Oneself French

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BFLI-001: PARLER DE SOI / Talking About Oneself (French)

The goal of the BFLI-001: PARLER DE SOI / Talking About Oneself (French) Certification is to educate the learner the fundamentals of French communication. It includes parts with exercises and activities on how to introduce oneself, talk about oneself, and have basic introduction dialogues.

BFLI-001: PARLER DE SOI / Talking About Oneself (French) Classes covers socio-cultural characteristics of France and francophone countries. The BFLI-001: PARLER DE SOI / Talking About Oneself (French) Certification Syllabus covers topics such as French reading habits, France's place in Europe, the francophone community, French festivals, and French pastimes. 

All students get a BFLI-001: PARLER DE SOI / Talking About Oneself (French) Certification by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India.

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12 Weeks
BFLI 002 French Exchange Interactions French

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BFLI-002: FRENCH Exchange / Interactions (French)

The student is given the tools necessary for communicating in particular oral and written settings of communication by receiving the BFLI-002 : FRENCH Échanger / Interactions (French) Certification.

BFLI-002 : FRENCH Échanger / Interactions (French) Classes will develop the  ability to ask a few polite inquiries in formal communication settings. They will be able to complete a postcard and inform someone of their previous deeds.

The BFLI-002 : FRENCH Échanger / Interactions (French) Certification Syllabus will discuss the important festivals celebrated in France and India. This will promote an intercultural dialogue.

All students get a BFLI-002 : FRENCH Échanger / Interactions (French) Certification by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India. 

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12 Weeks
Introduction to Non-Governmental Organizations Management

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BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management

The BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management online training is a diploma-level course, part of the management studies category. It consists of a thorough 12 weeks programme instructed by highly qualified professionals in the field of NGO management, Dr Neeti Agrawal and Dr Nayantara Padhi. The course involves detailed information about NGO management as well as other aspects related to it.

NGOs play a vital role in socio-developmental problems, especially in India. The Introduction to NGO Management Course emphasizes on the awareness and participation in public sector undertakings as a volunteer to propagate a positive social cause. Hence, the course offers an elevated platform to enhance the understanding of management and its importance at different stages.

Provided by the Government of India initiative, Swayam, the BMS001: Introduction to NGO Management core course is also valuable for community workers and volunteers in the field of social activism and community service. It will give them dynamic knowledge that is required to efficiently run, manage, develop, and strategize in the NGO environment.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Managerial skill
BCOS 183 Computer Application in Business

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BCOS-183: Computer Application in Business

In today’s competitive business scenario, computers are being used in every department to ensure efficiency. The Computer Application in Business online program by Swayam is designed to teach you how computers are used to streamline business operations. It is a 12-week-long online course crafted by the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi.

During the Computer Application in Business training, you will be introduced to the importance of computers in making effective business decisions. You will deeply explore key business areas where computers have become an inseparable component. These include information systems, enterprise management, database management, human resources, accounting, productions, operations, IT, and more.

The Computer Application in Business online course by Swayam is a skill enhancement elective course for B.Com (3rd year) students under the CBCS scheme. It offers you 4 credits. Throughout the course duration, you will learn via exclusive video lectures, self-assessments, quizzes, discussion sessions, and detailed self-learning material.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of computer application
BMS 002 Management Functions

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BMS-002: Management Functions

Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) significantly contribute to social development. The number of registered NGOs in India is about 3.2 million. The Management Functions online course by Swayam explores the different ways these NGOs help to tackle developmental issues all across the nation. With the help of this course, you will look at how these organizations seek to overcome the limitations of the government sectors.

You will also gain knowledge of the NGOs’ works in the education, disaster management, and health and education sectors. The Management Functions online training is designed to teach you about the various management functions that are needed for the smooth functioning of NGOs. 

You will study aspects such as finances, project management, marketing, etc. Therefore, you will develop an understanding of social marketing, fund-raising, funds-utilization, and income generation. The Management Functions program will also highlight the different procedures – office and legal, involved in the formation of NGOs.

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12 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Communication skills Accounting proficiency Financial Management
ICT in Libraries 1

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BLIE-229 ICT in Libraries

12 Weeks
Economics of Food

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CFN-3 Economics of Food

12 Weeks
Language Across the Curriculum

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Understanding Disciplines and Subjects

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BES-125: Understanding Disciplines and Subjects

Understanding Disciplines and Subjects Course is one of the core courses provided by the Indira Gandhi National Open University in the teacher education programme. The 8-weeks long course, included in the B.Ed programme as per the NCTE Regulations, 2014, allows candidates to understand the factors affecting the formation of an academic discipline.

Understanding Disciplines and Subjects Certification by Swayam aims at helping candidates understand the concept of knowledge and the ways of identifying specific categories of knowledge. It will further deal with the categorization of academic disciplines with the use of a knowledge base. The course will help candidates excel in the sphere of teaching and academics.

The Understanding Disciplines and Subjects Training course would assist aspiring teachers to frame school subjects and curriculum using their detailed insight about different aspects of academic disciplinary knowledge. The course will ultimately help candidates to make their teaching-learning process multidisciplinary and trans-disciplinary.

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8 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Teaching skills
Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Management

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BME-025: Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Management

The Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Management Online Course is a 2 credit undergraduate-level course that deals with the process involved in maintenance management and its specifications. The course will explain different maintenance concepts, monitoring methods, and maintenance models in detail.

The Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Management Course is a massive open online course offered by Swayam that provides a specific overview of monitoring maintenance models and identifying potential faults. The course taught over 8 weeks provides plausible solutions for effective management and monitoring of equipment.

The Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Management Training Course is coordinated by Dr. N. Venkateshwarlu, Associate Professor, School of Engineering and Technology of the Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. The course is delivered through reading materials and video lectures and assessed through online assignments and a final exam.

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8 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Managerial skill
BLII-012 Document Processing and Organisation

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BLII-012: Document Processing and Organisation

The Document Processing and Organisation Certification course by Prof. Jaideep Sharma is authorized by Indira Gandhi National Open University. This detailed course on organizing library documents is offered by Swayam. The course is four weeks long and will give a clear picture of the different processes involved in the classification and cataloguing of documents in the library.

The Document Processing and Organisation Training course discuss the two major operations involved in processing library documents. The students will learn about the different steps involved in library classification and library cataloguing. The course will give a detailed understanding of the theory of classification, mainly focusing on Dewey Decimal classification.

The Document Processing and Organisation Online Courses explain in detail the concept of cataloguing, different forms of library catalogues and the process of cataloguing books using AACR2R Anglo American Cataloguing Rules. The course will also provide an overview of different filing and shelving systems that helps in maintaining an orderly arrangement at the library.

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8 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Library and Information Science
Understanding Gender and Law

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BGS-011: Understanding Gender and Law

For the BGS-011: Understanding Gender and Law Certification course, Swayam offers an 8-week online program. Dr. Smita M. Patil and Dr. Gurmeet Kaur are the instructors of the course curriculum which  investigates the nature of law and its construction within sociopolitical groupings. This course elaborates on how the law is performed and evaluated in the Indian context.

BGS-011: Understanding Gender and Law training is covered in the multidisciplinary curriculum. The course’s syllabus and certificate issuing are the responsibility of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi.

BGS-011: Understanding Gender and Law Certification by Swayam expose learners to crucial discussions about gender and law. It addresses vital premises concerning the formation of identities and social spaces, gender, and various sexual identities in the context of women and minority groups.

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8 Weeks
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