NPTEL Courses & Certifications 2026

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IIT Roorkee via Swayam +1

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Financial Management for Managers

Making financial decisions in a business requires detailed analysis and investigation. Maximising the value of investment requires a rigorous evaluation process. The Financial Management for Managers programme will teach candidates the various tools and techniques of financial management to help them with these analyses and evaluation of an investment.

Financial Management for Managers certification course is proved by AICTE as an FDP course. It is an elective course in management studies for undergraduates and postgraduates. This online course will be lucrative for individuals either working or studying financial management. The course work and syllabus has been designed by IIT Roorkee and will be taught by Professor Anil K. Sharma.

Financial Management for Managers offers certification to candidates along with a list of books and references to study from. There are no prerequisites to join this course. It employs a final exam, regular assignments, and video lectures to help gain participants a deeper understanding of financial management.

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Financial Management

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IIT Roorkee via Swayam +1

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Financial Statement Analysis and Reporting

By attending the Financial Statement Analysis and Reporting certification programme the enrolled students will have their base cleared in the subject of “financial statement analysis” and they will become professionally efficient in guiding and training the corporate houses and business centers to manage their financial reports and also economically use their financial resources.

In the online certification course on Financial Statement Analysis and Reporting by Swayam the candidates over a period of twelve weeks will be guided across a domain of topics like-private companies, sole proprietorship, Indian economy, financial statements and others. The course will help the students to formulate plans and strategies so that they can guide their firms to overcome any financial crisis.

After completing the programme the students can apply for a diverse industry or companies. The online certification course is having the category of management studies and is structured as elective for all the registering candidates.

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Financial Management

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IIT Madras (IITM) via Swayam +1

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Appreciating Linguistics: A typological approach

The ‘Appreciating Linguistics: A typological approach’ online course is developed for the students to study the language forms and functions, the process of language acquisition, and the description of natural language. This course will focus on the different languages and their linguistic attributes along with the grammatical implications. This free online certification course is provided by the Swayam online portal in association with the National Program for Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL).

The course instructor for this online program is Prof. Anindita Sahoo teaching linguistics at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras. The elective program for the undergraduate level students is categorized under the humanities and social sciences domain and enables the students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts through the online classes aided by videos, lectures, and other online resources.

The ‘Appreciating Linguistics: A typological approach’ online certification course offers the students the course certification with credit points after successfully completing the program according to the qualifying standards.

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Communication skills Research skills Language skills

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IIT Madras (IITM) via Swayam +1

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Introduction to World Literature

Swayam’s Introduction to World Literature online course introduces its candidates to the vast world of writings, produced in various languages, cultural contexts, and nations. While the program doesn’t claim to cover all time periods and every single one of their literary traditions, it does aim to familiarise learners with the English Language’s representative texts, available today. This short, 12-week training belongs to the English Studies’ and ‘Humanities and Social Sciences’ categories, set at the postgraduate level.

An elective program, the Introduction to World Literature certification syllabus covers numerous vital learnings. These include classics such as Don Quixote, Beowulf, Indian literature from the likes of Tagore, Kamala Das, short stories, American literature like Toni Morrison, Alice Walker’s Everyday Use, critical theory, women writers, contemporary authors, and more. What’s more, IIT Madras’s renowned educator, Professor Merin Simi Raj, teaches this in-depth curriculum.

Furthermore, the Introduction to World Literature program also furnishes course-end certificates to interested learners who sit for Swayam’s proctored exams. Upon clearing all the certification criteria and clearing the assessment, students can earn themselves an e-verifiable certificate to display their acquired knowledge in this subject.

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Knowledge of history

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IIT Madras (IITM) via Swayam +1

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Literary Criticism (From Plato to Leavis)

Literary criticism is the analysis, study and interpretation of a literary text or school of thought. It is a medium for the critic to explain and defend her judgement and evaluation of a text and provide the readers with some relevant biographical and historical information. This enriches the reader’s understanding of a literary work and helps them appreciate it more. Literary Criticism (From Plato to Leavis) by Swayam is an attempt to provide students with an understanding of the subject by analysing some significant texts.

The Literary Criticism online course is an AICTE approved Faculty Development Programme (FDP). The training is designed by the accomplished faculty of IIT Madras. The course curriculum will take you on a journey through different literary works that have been studied and analysed for decades for their brilliance and relevance.

In addition, the Literary Criticism certification by Swayam includes a digital certificate verified by NPTEL at the end of the course for those who qualify for the certification exam. Candidates can verify their certification online. The programme belongs to the English literature studies domain.

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Knowledge of history

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IIT Roorkee via Swayam +1

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Literature, Culture and Media

The Literature, Culture, and Media certification by Swayam is a part of the NPTEL scheme that provides free learning programmes for interested individuals. This course's curriculum aims to introduce participants to the intersections of literature, culture, and media through an interdisciplinary framework. Literature, culture, and media are responsible for generating new ideas and perspectives in the consumers and play a massive role in determining identities.

The Literature, Culture, and Media certification syllabus will touch upon and highlight some of the new forms of media that have reinvented and transformed the literary forms. Theoretical approaches and literary criticisms such as Marxism, Feminism, and Deconstruction will further explain some of the literary phenomenon and cultural aspects of popular culture.

Additionally, the Literature, Culture, and Media certification course by Swayam is suitable for all individuals interested in learning about the subject. No prior knowledge is required for enrollment. Further, the 12-week learning course falls under the Humanities and Social Science category.

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Cultural sensitivity

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IIT Madras (IITM) via Swayam +1

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American Literature & Culture

The ‘American Literature & Culture’ online course is developed for the students to discuss and study American literature and the important social and cultural movements in American studies. The students of this course will get introduced to the eminent poets and writers of American literature. The online National Program on Technology Enhanced Learning(NPTEL) training program is provided by Swayam, a free online education portal initiated by the Government of India.

This online training is scheduled for a period of twelve weeks in this elective program for the postgraduate level students of the fields of humanities and social sciences, and English Studies.

The course instructor for this online program is Prof. Aysha Iqbal Viswamohan faculty of film studies, drama, and popular culture at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras. The learners during the course of study in this program will develop a comprehensive understanding of the literary significance of American literature.

The ‘American Literature & Culture’ certification course helps students get an E-certificate that can be downloaded and credit points at the end of this All India Council for Technical Education(AICTE) approved course.

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Cultural sensitivity Knowledge of history

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IIT Madras (IITM) via Swayam +1

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Literature and Life

Literature and Life Certification are designed and structured in such a way that it helps learners make sense of their own lives through the prism of literature and get a better understanding of the relation of literature to life.

A selection of essays, poems, plays, and short stories from British, American, and Indian literature will be examined in Literature and Life Classes in order to understand and appreciate the complex but fragile human relationships at various levels, including the individual, family, society, business, politics, etc.

All students get a Literature and Life Certification from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India.

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Knowledge of history

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Elements of Literature and Creative Communication

Elements of Literature and Creative Communication Certification is ideal for those who are interested in tasting the nectar of literature. Because literature is directly related to life and keeping that broad vision in mind makes students aware of the finer sensibilities of human existence.

Elements of Literature and Creative Communication Classes intend to teach the students by introducing them to literature, which represents profound and beautiful expressions of mankind, we hope to help them better comprehend and enjoy life. It includes carefully chosen readings of drama, fiction, and poetry.

All students get an Elements of Literature and Creative Communication Certification from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) under the Swayam Initiative by the Government of India.

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Knowledge of history

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IIT Madras (IITM) via Swayam +1

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MATLAB Programming for Numerical Computation

The MATLAB Programming for Numerical Computation certification is an eight-week elective course. This multidisciplinary program falls under the disciplines of chemical engineering and computational biology. IIT Madras has thoroughly curated this curriculum, which their renowned professor, Niket Kaisare will teach.

The MATLAB Programming for Numerical Computation certification syllabus discusses one of the most popular languages used for numerical computation and teaches about its scientific computation usage. Candidates will learn about the practical use of computational techniques through several coding problems and examples. Enrolled candidates will have access to MATLAB online, which is a browser-based version of MATLAB and consists of all its features.

The MATLAB Programming for Numerical Computation training will offer weekly assignments, course lectures, and practical problems using this MATLAB software. The curriculum focuses on teaching undergraduate students to solve computational problems and familiarising them with the engineering problem’s numerical methods. Besides, candidates can also opt for the final exam and gain the course-end digital certificate.

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Knowledge of MATLAB

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Immunology

The Immunology course is an online course being offered by Swayam. Swayam is an initiative of the Government of India to provide education to students who do not have the required resources. It intends to provide the resources to bridge the digital gap between the students.

This course by Swayam has been built to provide the learners with a broad introduction of the fundamentals of Immunology. Participants of the course will learn about various concepts of immunology starting from cells of the immune system, antibody structure and function, innate and adaptive immune systems, hypersensitivity, TCR rearrangement, humoral immunity, basic immunological techniques, autoimmunity, monoclonal antibodies and vaccine production.

This course is a blend of the basics of immunology as well as the advanced topics. This course will be useful for undergraduate students of Life Science and Biotechnology and students from any branch of life science keen on gaining knowledge about immunology.

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Knowledge of Microbiology

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IIT Bombay via Swayam +1

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Maternal Infant Young Child Nutrition

Maternal Infant Young Child Nutrition is a free course on infant young child nutrition and takes on malnutrition which is one of the greatest challenges in India. The online course longs for 12 weeks and demands 2.5 hours of online sessions per week. Maternal Infant Young Child Nutrition Certification Course will cover malnutrition, nutrition science, newborn care, anthropometric assessment, maternal nutrition, techniques of breastfeeding, and the like.

Maternal Infant Young Child Nutrition Certification is a joint venture of Swayam and IIT Bombay. The course is approved by AICTE and can be enrolled by undergraduates and postgraduate-level learners. So far, more than 2,000 people have registered and taken the online program. Though the Maternal Infant Young Child Nutrition Certification by Swayam is free, the students will have to pay the fee and appear for the exam to get the certification.

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Knowledge of nutrition

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Natural Language Processing

The Natural Language Processing is an online course offered by the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL)-Swayam, which is an educational initiative of MHRD in association with seven IITs and the IISc, Bangalore to provide quality education to anyone interested to earn a certification form these reputed institutes.

The Natural Language Processing Certification helps the participants to build a thorough understanding of natural language processing (NLP) which is very crucial for many analytics tasks that involve text content and text processing and became very common thanks to the arrival of social media.

The Natural Language Processing Certification by NPTEL-Swayam helps the candidates to delve into the foundation and basic concepts of NLP along with hands-on sessions to make them capable of dealing with a problem and building applications on their own. The learners will study language modelling and applications of text mining such as text summarization, text classification, sentiment analysis, opinion mining, etc.

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Natural Language Processing

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IIT Kanpur via Swayam +1

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Computational Complexity Theory

The Computational Complexity Theory program offers a great learning experience in the field of computational complexity theory. Students who pursue this course will come to know different topics every week through this course. Candidates will be informed on topics like hierarchy theorems, types of complexities, limitations, etc. The Computational Complexity Theory online course offers full-time access to the course with no limitations or restrictions related to the timings of the course or attendance. Students are requested to own a stable internet connection and a system through which they can log in to the course.

The Computational Complexity Theory training offers a certificate towards the end of the course only if the candidate agrees to pay the exam fees and qualifies the same fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria. The course takes 12 weeks of time to complete the Computational Complexity Theory certification syllabus. However, students can choose to take longer than the estimated time since this is a self-paced learning program. The course provides a professional level of training and can be taken up by candidates who are interested in computer science.

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Mathematical skill

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IIT Delhi via Swayam +1

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Computational Geometry

The Computational Geometry training is a 100 percent verified and online course. Candidates have all the freedom to take up this course as a free course or they can also go for the paid version of the course. Both the versions have the same facilities and study material except they get certified on the completion of the program by paying the quoted amount and qualifying for the proctored exam.

The Computational Geometry certification is an undergraduate level program and is provided by the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras by the platform of Swayam. The course is about computational geometry and covers numerous topics such as convex hull and algorithm, arrangements and levels, shape analysis, etc. Candidates who get into this course will be able to gain information on visibility problems, applications of computational geometry, range searching, and many more topics. There are no limitations regarding the timings of this course and hence candidates can log in to the course whenever and however they want. Participants can take as much time as they want to pursue this course as it is a self-paced course while mentors will take 12 weeks of time to complete the whole Computational Geometry certification syllabus of the course.

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Mathematical skill Knowledge of Algorithms

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Problem Solving through Programming in C

Language C has been used widely to understand programming. The Problem Solving through Programming in C certification by Swayam aims to formulate simple algorithms, use pointers, arrays, and structures, and apply programming to solve mathematical problems. The course provides a perfect blend of theory and practical problems.

The Problem Solving through Programming in C certification syllabus will cover essential topics like concepts of programming, the different constructs that are used in programming, and how this programming tool is used to solve various problems. The latter includes mathematical problems that can be solved logically as well as through proper data representation.

Besides, the Problem Solving through Programming in C online course is taught by Prof Anupam Basu from IIT Kharagpur from the department of computer science and engineering. Through this short course, the candidates will be well equipped with the logic and flow of programming and how to write a good program for a computer.

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Programming skills Knowledge of Programming algorithms

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Deep Learning For Visual Computing

Deep Learning for Visual Computing course’s aim is to educate the student about the stratified recognition task. This is a free course that covers topics including visual computing, ResNet, PyTorch, Python, GoogleNet, and more.

Swayam Deep Learning for Visual Computing is an appropriate option for people who want to become deep learning scientists, get into research, computer vision engineer, AI research scientist, etc. Join this course to make a career as a software engineer, deep learning engineer, IT artificial intelligence intern, research scientist, computer scientist, etc.

The course type is ongoing and the length for this course is 12 weeks. There are no strict fee charges to enrol or study the Deep Learning for Visual Computing course, but for the certificate, the student needs to register and appear in an examination conducted in person at a chosen center. Regular assessments and one-on-one doubt clearing sessions are held by IIT-affiliated teachers.

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Knowledge of Python Knowledge of deep learning

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IIT Ropar (IIT-RPR) via Swayam +1

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Deep learning

Over the past few years, Deep Learning has received a lot of attention due to its wide-ranging applications in data analytics, natural language processing, and computer vision. Many professionals who are well versed in deep learning technologies have been employed by leading companies like Google, IBM, Facebook, Microsoft, and Twitter. In this Deep learning – IIT Ropar online training, you will get familiar with the building blocks of deep learning algorithms and solutions.

The Deep Learning – IIT Ropar course syllabus places a particular emphasis on neural network topics like attention mechanisms, convolutional neural networks, feed-forward neural networks, and recurrent neural networks. Various deep learning optimisation algorithms such as Nesterov Accelerated Gradient Descent, Gradient descent, Adam, AdaGrad, and RMSProp are also covered. Learning these algorithms and methods will help effectively train deep neural networks.

After completing all the lectures and assignments of the Deep Learning – IIT Ropar programme, you’ll have a robust grasp of deep learning architectures, which you can employ to carry out various computer vision and Natural Language Processing tasks. You can also test your understanding by applying for the final proctored exam. Passing this test will also grant you a certificate by Swayam, which can be used to display your skills and get lucrative jobs.

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Knowledge of deep learning

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Deep Learning

The availability of massive amounts of image and video data on the internet has made data interpretation and analysis a challenging affair. However, deep learning has proved to be an excellent solution to such a mammoth task. Moreover, deep learning is not only applicable to data analysis but also computer vision and natural language processing tasks. This Deep Learning - IITKGP course will help you get familiar with the concept and its applications.

The Deep Learning - IITKGP course syllabus starts with traditional machine learning methods like multilayer perceptron and Bayesian classification. Towards the end, the course will discuss modern deep learning approaches like autoencoders and convolutional neural networks. After completion, you will have the knowledge and confidence to take on challenging, real-world problems related to data analysis and automation.

By opting for the Deep Learning - IITKGP certification course, you also get industry support from Adobe, TCS, Google, and DRDO. Moreover, the course’s scheduled nature also provides you with enough motivation to study the modules and complete the course. After every module, you can find challenging assignments, which help you gauge your understanding.

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Knowledge of deep learning

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Six Sigma

The Six Sigma online course focuses on the operational and strategic issues observed in process development. Students will understand Six-sigma as a measure of quality that enables them to achieve perfection through disciplined and data-driven approaches in eliminating defects. The process proves beneficial in almost all the procedures involved in transactional, manufacturing, and services.

Spread over twelve weeks, the Six Sigma training throws light on the systematic approach of Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) for improving processes. This online course will provide students with a detailed understanding of different issues concerning each phase of DMAIC. This training also includes real-time industry examples, cases, and MINITAB software applications to offer learners practical knowledge.

IIT Kharagpur has specifically designed the Six Sigma certification syllabus to align with the current industry standards. Thus, the course can equally satisfy both university students' and industry-experienced professionals’ needs. Students can also obtain accreditation for this AICTE approved FDP curriculum, built for postgraduate/undergraduate learners.

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Project management

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Programming in Java

The IT sector has witnessed immense growth in a relatively short period. Naturally, the demand for skilled programmers to develop useful and sophisticated software has risen. Object-oriented programming system (OOPs) was developed to meet this demand. Java is one of the best languages based on the OOP paradigm. Programming in Java certification course is designed to teach the fundamental concepts of the Java programming language.

The Programming in Java course by Swayam is a 12-week-long online certification program crafted by the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur. It covers all the basic concepts of Java by providing suitable examples. The course focuses on providing theoretical proficiency and practical skills so that participants can implement their learnings.

The Programming in Java program also offers sufficient helping material and learning resources for an extensive understanding. Learners will study how Java is being utilized in internet programming, mobile applications, gaming, scientific studies, and more.

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Java Programming skills

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IIT Guwahati (IITG) via Swayam +1

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Usability Engineering

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IIT Delhi via Swayam +1

The course is a thirty-hour-long course that takes up to 12 weeks of time to complete The Joy Of Computing Using Python certification syllabus. The training is an AICTE approved FDP course which is designed for the students of postgraduate and undergraduate computer science. The course is completely an online program that is made available to the students for free. The Joy Of Computing Using Python program allows the participants to have a self-paced learning experience through which they have the freedom to join or leave the session and pursue the course according to their schedules.

The Joy Of Computing Using Python online course is provided by the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras through Swayam. The training offers the candidates a chance of getting themselves a certificate towards the end of the program. The certification is e-verifiable and can be availed only after giving a scheduled exam which needs to be applied for by making a payment of the quoted amount as exam fees. The Joy Of Computing Using Python certification course consists of the study material such as video or audio lectures, assignments, case studies, self-assessed tests, and other activities to provide a better learning experience to the students.

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Knowledge of Python

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IIT Kharagpur via Swayam +1

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Solid State Physics

In this universe, we can observe matter in our everyday lives, existing in four states - the solid, liquid, gaseous, and plasma state. Other forms of matter exist as well, but only under specific and extreme conditions. Regardless of its existing structure, all matter is made up of atoms. The atomic arrangement, interatomic distances, and atomic ionization in matter determine its state.

In the solid-state, atoms arrange themselves in a particular structure, which further imparts materials different properties such as thermal, electrical, optical, magnetic, and dielectric properties, among others. In the Solid State Physics online programme, candidates will learn about the structure of solids, their physical properties, and the underlying Physics.

The Solid State Physics online course is a 12-week programme at the undergraduate level. It is intended for B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, and Electronics), B.E., and B.Tech. (Electronics, Metallurgy, Metallic Science, Cryogenics) students.

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Knowledge of physics

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