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What is AI?
Artificial intelligence is an area of computer science that emphasizes the creation of intelligent machines that work and react like humans. It involves designing and building intelligent machines with a combination of machine learning, analytics and visualization technologies
What are all the typical jobs related to AI?
AI has opened doors for host of job opportunities. There is an accurute shortage of skilled resources in AI. Some of the jobs which are directly related to AI are 1.Data Scientist 2.Research Scientist 3.Machine Learning Experts. 4.Deep Learning Experts 5.AI Software Engineers. 6.Chat bots designers, 7. Business strategy consultant and many more These engineers are needed across all business verticals from Education, Healthcare, Engineering, Financial Services, Defence and Military applications, Consumer Electronics, Tourism Industry, Cargo services and Shipping, Surface transport and logistics, in short all verticals of commerce and Industries
How can I be sure that what is taught at RV-AI is relevant to current industry needs?

RV-AI course structure is reviewed and vetted by multiple experts across the Industries. We have received positive feedback about our course structure and delivery methodology from experts.

I am a working professional in Artificial Intelligence. Can I benefit from the courses?

Offcourse you will. Weather you are looking to upgrade your skills with the latest in your area of specialization or looking for a change of track (Lateral move) we have programs that will help you. Please call or email us for details

Do I have to take up the entire course in Advanced Diploma in Artificial Intelligence? Can I take up module by module?

You have both options. You can take up the 6 months course if you have time. If you do not have the time then you can take up the course with a subgroup of modules, as per your convenience. For details call or email us

What are the course contents of Advance Diploma in Artificial Intelligence?

The contents are designed such that you will be able to apply for ML/DL/Software jobs. You will also be able to apply for testing and verification jobs in many Industries.

Module - 1 : Introduction to AI and Advanced Programming
Module - 2 : Concepts of Data Mining and its applications
Module - 3 : Project on data mining using Apache Spark, Kafka & Kibana
Module - 4 : Machine Learning & Deep Learning concepts and applications
Module - 5 : Introduction to Natural Language Processing
Module - 6 : AI Platforms & Reinforcement Learning
Course offered is a Certification or Advanced Diploma program?

It will be Advanced Diploma in Artificial Intelligence with focus on EV technology

What is CIDAP?

CIDAP stands for Calligo Intelligent Data Analytics Platform. CIDAP is a highly scalable platform that addresses a continuum of analytics needs from startup and midmarket to large-scale enterprises. This will help companies to elevate from Descriptive analytics to Prescriptive analytics.

Big Data is moving to a new stage of maturity - one that promises even greater business impact and industry disruption over the course of coming decade. As Big Data initiatives mature, organizations are now combining the agility of Big Data processes with the scale of High Performance Computing & Artificial Intelligence capabilities to accelerate the delivery of their business values. CIDAP brings all these together in a converged scalable platform.

Course duration and timings?

Advance Diploma in Artificial Intelligence with focus on is a six months (960 hours), Monday to Friday/10am-6.00pm program.

I am confused!- should I go for an M.Tech Course or the AI diploma course? Which will benefit me more?

We believe experience is your best teacher. One strategy is to do a job oriented program at RV-AI to get into the industry and avail higher education benefits provided by most companies for enrolling into part time MTECH courses. If you are serious about a career in AI after your graduation you should go for the Advanced Diploma. However if your interests are academic pursuits, you should go for M.Tech courses offered by reputed universities only.

Do you have a part time course?

We do not have a part time course.

However the program is quite flexible. In a day you need to invest about three hours for theory sessions- the research lab is open till late in the evening and on Saturdays you have the flexibility to complete your practicals at your convenience.

Depending on the module you pick you will need to attend five half days or ten half days as the case may be.

If I am unable to continue the course due to some reason/s, can I complete it later?

If the reasons are pressing, compelling and genuine you can complete the course later subject to availability of a seat; but not later than 6 months from first joining. Management reserves the right in these matters.

I Plan to go abroad for my Master's degree. Will your course be helpful to me in any way?

The course will be useful. The practical orientation of the course could help them get campus job opportunities and assistantships.

What tools and platforms are used at RV-AI?
We will be using our home grown platform called CIDAP (Calligo Intelligent Data Analytics Platform) as well H2O.ai to cover some of the salient points in Auto ML. We will be using the following libraries TensorFlow Keras Torch Caffe
How is RV-AI course structure and teaching methodology different from any other training institute?
RV-AI is a unique combination of a design center, finishing school, research center and learning center. Investments worth millions of dollars have been made with a view of providing the best education and industry-specific training experience to you. We believe RV-AI is a new concept in advanced skill development and a unique center in the entire country. It is lead by industry experts - to provide quality training with an industry focus. An able team of like minded professionals with industry experience will guide and mentor aspiring engineers to realize their goals.
How can one identify a good training institute that can enhance my skills
Skill development is best achieved when offered by experts from the Industry, A good institute will be different in what they teach, how they teach and who teaches it. It will be managed and run by industry experts.
What does RV-AI teach?
Unlike a traditional academic institution RV-AI focuses on current and future requirements of the industry. RV-AI is separate skill development center under RV-Skills developing course content that address the requirements of Industry. Since the topics covered are derived from Industry practises used in these Industries you will enjoy the learning experience at RV-AI
Can I do my lab work on Saturdays and Sundays only?

If you are a student of the full time AI diploma program you have to do your lab work during Monday to Friday as specified. If you are a working professional and have taken up set of modules, you could have some flexibility in doing your projects on Week-days, during the evenings, and Saturdays within the specified working hours. No project work is allowed on Sundays.

How can I know if I am Eligible?
Engineering and postgraduates from Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics and communication, Telecommunication and Electrical and Electronics can apply
I have low marks in my degree course. Will this affect my admission or my chance to get a job after the course?
Admission criteria is not by marks alone. Selection is through a written test and interview. Only candidates passing the test and interview are admitted. Generally candidates are considered for employment after completing our courses, and marks are not an issue with most companies. However this aspect is ultimately left to the company discretion.
What are the big trends in Artificial Intelligence?
AI is evolving rapidly. It is poised to be the single most factor to enrich our lives and the way we do business in a positive way. Advances in VLSI technology enables building more powerful and fast computers which is a required development for AI to be adopted across industry sectors. Government policy towards industry reducing the carbon footprint and reducing pollution has made the entire auto industry rethink its future strategies. Autonomous driving and Electric vehicle development is possible with the help of AI. IoT and adoption of 5G will make devices talk to each other through the internet at unprecedented speed and with a very low latency, with this kind of internet backbone the contribution of AI in all industries is left to the creativity and ingenuity of the human mind. We are in for very interesting times ahead.
What are some cool features which can be developed using AI?
AI works very well when there is repetation of tasks, once the AI system has been taught all the tasks it can behave and have the intelligence of full a grown human being. Which means those days are not far ahead where we can have a virtual clone of ourselves which can work on well defined day to day tasks giving us all the time in the world to focus on family, friends and devote more time and effort to higher learning and develop sophisticated systems which will inturn benefit mankind.
Does a career in Automotive Electronics have a future ?

Definitely yes; Threat of Global warming and government regulations are the main drivers. Advances in sensor, battery, VLSI and AI technologies are other drivers to achieve Zero emission vehicles in the not so near future.

Increased urban mass mobility & regulations are driving rapid vehicle electrification. Future vehicles will have complex electronic units ( 50+) to cater to smart mobility and other high end features.

80% of innovations are in the area of Automotive Electronics and this has become competitive necessity for existing manufacturers to adopt and stay ahead of competitors.

Electric mobility and autonomous driving are in growth and evolution phase to provide safe and environmental friendly intelligent transport system. Undoubtedly, huge number of skilled engineers with required competency to build these new complex technologies is the need of the hour..

What jobs are available in Automotive Electronics?

Jobs in Automotive Electronics are available at vehicle manufacturers, Tier-1 Suppliers,Tier-2 suppliers, Module developers, Tool developers, Test and Certification labs. More than 500 companies in India directly engaged in design, development, manufacturing & testing of vehicles. As vehicle electrification has started gaining traction, it opens new mobility avenues for India to tap into.

At present, electric vehicles represent a magnitude of growth never seen before and India is all set to position itself as a leader of the EV marketplace. RV-AE training institute in automotive electronics will play an important role in bridging the gap to provide competent engineers in this new technology field.

How is RV-AE course structure and teaching methodology different from any other training institute?

RV-AE is a unique combination of a design center, This is finishing school, research center and learning center.

Investments worth millions of dollars have been made with a view to providing the best education and industry-specific training experience to you.

We believe RV-AE is a new concept in advanced skill development and a unique center in the entire country. It is lead by industry experts - to provide quality training with an industry focus.

An able team of like minded professionals with industry experience will guide and mentor aspiring engineers to realize their goals..

How can I be sure that what is taught at RV-AE is relevant to current industry needs?

RV-AE course structure is reviewed and vetted by multiple experts across the Automotive Electronics sector. We have received Psitive feedback about our course structure and delivery methodology from experts working at Vehicle manufacturers, Tool developers, Electronic system suppliers, and test and certification labs..

How can one identify a good training institute that can enhance my skills

Skill development is best achieved when offered by experts from the Industry, A good institute will be different in what they teach, how they teach and who teaches it..

What does RV-AE teach?

Unlike a traditional academic institution RV-AE focuses on current and future requirements of the industry. RV-AE is separate skill development center under RV-Skills developing course content that address the requirements of vehicle manufacturers, Electronic system developers, Software developers and test/Certification labs. Since the topics covered are derived from Industry practises used in these Industries you will enjoy the learning experience at RV-AE.

How can I know if I am Eligible?

Engineering and postgraduates from Electronics and communication, Telecommunication, Electrical and Instrumentation, Instrumentation and Control systems, Mechatronics, Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical, and Automobile Engineering students can apply.

I have low marks in my degree course. Will this affect my admission or my chance to get a job after the course?

Admission criteria is not by marks alone.

Selection is through a written test and interview. Only candidates passing the test and interview are admitted.

Generally candidates are considered for employment after completing our courses, and marks are not an issue with most companies.

However this aspect is ultimately left to the company discretion..

What are the big trends in Automotive Electronics?

Big trends in Automotive Electronics are Electric Mobility, Emission reduction, Connected cars, Shared mobility, Telematics and Big data analytics, Autonomous driving, Intelligent transportation system are some of the trends which need Electronics engineers with the required exposure to the respective Industry practies, use of software and prototyping and reference design development using Industry standard reference boards.

What are some cool features we can expect in modern vehicles?

Cars that tell you the route and journey time, Control music volume by moving fingers in the air, Park assist, Smart UNLOCK, wipers autostart, advance warning of dangers ahead, advanced invehicle entertainment features, benefits of IoT, ability to customise features to suit your needs, 5G technology for intra vehicle communication and traffic management..

Do I have to come to Bangalore to take the tests ?
No. You don’t have to come to Bangalore unless you want to. You can take our ONLINE Aptitude and Technical Tests through our 7 centers in Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, and Delhi..
How is RV-VLSI different from any other training institute?
RV- VLSI Design Center has all the ingredients of a ‘Good Training Institute’ mentioned above and has been successful in making industry take note of its training capabilities. The Candidates trained at RV-VLSI have been placed in reputed MNCs and are on the job after a very short orientation program in the companies that recruited them. RV-VLSI trains students to be productive in industry in a very short time. Hands-on-training is imparted in ‘ABHYAS’- our learning lab, which gives students an opportunity to: hone their skills in VLSI-from Concept to GDS- for different methodologies(ASIC and FPGA)- solve challenging design problems- and work on industry relevant projects in an environment similar to that in the best of VLSI companies. We transform you into a confident VLSI professional capable of facing tough job interviews and achieving success in your career. We are a SUN CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE –with capacity a design a 1Bn transistor chip-something that not many training institutes can even think of..
Will your VLSI courses benefit me in doing my BE/ME project work ?
Yes our modules will benefit you immensely in carrying out your project work as they reinforce your basic electronic concepts together with modules that will give you a real feel of VLSI with hands on experience. Guidance from industry experienced faculty will give you the confidence to face the viva and campus interviews. You will also be taught to prepare your resumes highlighting the projects done by you. Remember, one guaranteed question in a job interview for the rest of your working life will be on your undergrad or post grad project, so please choose a project wisely such that it adds weight to your resume. Every year RV-VLSI offers FREE BE projects to qualifying students. However a nominal fee is charged to conduct pre-project training if necessary. Many students have already benefited from this and are now working in reputed multinational companies with great packages..
What are the areas of specialization in VLSI; which ones are in demand and have more scope?
The two main areas are Front End and Back End. Front End consists of specializations in: RTL Design, Coding and Verification, Design Implementation, DFT and STA. Back End consists of Physical Design, Custom Layout and Physical verification. There are many openings for Application Engineers, CAD engineers etc. where knowledge of the complete design cycle followed by a specialization will make your resume stand out among other resumes..
Do you guarantee a job after training?
As a policy we do not offer job guarantees to anyone. We guarantee you the best training which truly covers the entire design flow from concept to GDS-that you can possibly get in VLSI. Our courseware and labs are well designed to help you navigate through the interview confidently. We provide exciting project experience, training on writing resumes, mock interviews to boost your confidence. We are proud of the fact that our track record of placements is impressive and many VLSI companies frequently visit us for campus placements..
I have experience in software and have an electronics background. Will a career switch to VLSI enable me to get a job ?
If you are bored with the software job/ have been a recipient of a Pink Slip, career opportunities await you in the VLSI industry provided you are determined to make a change and are passionate about VLSI. Come to us and we will show you how to architect your career afresh..
I have low marks in my degree course. Will this affect my admission or my chance to get a job after the course?
Admission criteria are not by marks alone. Selection is through a written test and interview. Only candidates passing the test and interview are admitted. Generally candidates are considered for employment after completing our courses, and marks are not an issue with most companies. However this aspect is ultimately left to the company’s discretion..
I had some back logs and carry forward of subjects in my semester. Will this affect my chance of getting placed?
This depends on a particular company’s policy and can vary from company to company. However according to our experience really good Candidates, through dedication and hard work can overcome this problem through their performance in interviews. In cases were we have received instructions from companies not to forward such resume we do not but the good news is such companies are very few..
How can I identify and differentiate a quality training institute from another?
A good training institute is one which provides industry oriented courseware and training, using necessary infrastructure which is as close to an industry environment; with knowledgeable and industry experienced faculty who can instill in you the appropriate industry work culture that will enable you to get a job. A good institute says what they do and does what they say. The major differentiator is in what is being taught, how it is being taught and who is teaching it. There are many training institutes around the country which claim they teach VLSI but limit the modules to only basic RTL design and verification. True VLSI training must cover all aspects from Concepts to GDS for different methodologies like ASIC and FPGA followed by abundant time spent in solving challenging design problems using tools The focus must be on solving problems using software and not software training.
How is RV-VLSI different from any other training institute?
RV- VLSI Design Center has all the ingredients of a ‘Good Training Institute’ mentioned above and has been successful in making industry take note of its training capabilities. The Candidates trained at RV-VLSI have been placed in reputed MNCs and are on the job after a very short orientation program in the companies that recruited them. RV-VLSI trains students to be productive in industry in a very short time. Hands-on-training is imparted in ‘ABHYAS’- our learning lab, which gives students an opportunity to: hone their skills in VLSI-from Concept to GDS- for different methodologies(ASIC and FPGA)- solve challenging design problems- and work on industry relevant projects in an environment similar to that in the best of VLSI companies. We transform you into a confident VLSI professional capable of facing tough job interviews and achieving success in your career. We are a SUN CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE –with capacity a design a 1Bn transistor chip-something that not many training institutes can even think of..
How is RV-VLSI different from any other training institute ?
RV- VLSI Design Center has all the ingredients of a ‘Good Training Institute’ mentioned above and has been successful in making industry take note of its training capabilities. The Candidates trained at RV-VLSI have been placed in reputed MNCs and are on the job after a very short orientation program in the companies that recruited them. RV-VLSI trains students to be productive in industry in a very short time. Hands-on-training is imparted in ‘ABHYAS’- our learning lab, which gives students an opportunity to: hone their skills in VLSI-from Concept to GDS- for different methodologies(ASIC and FPGA)- solve challenging design problems- and work on industry relevant projects in an environment similar to that in the best of VLSI companies. We transform you into a confident VLSI professional capable of facing tough job interviews and achieving success in your career. We are a SUN CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE –with capacity a design a 1Bn transistor chip-something that not many training institutes can even think of..
In adverse economic situations will I still be able to get a job after doing the course?
No doubt during a downturn in economy, there is a general impact on all industries including VLSI. However this is the best time to get trained and upgrade one’s skills to take the benefit of an economic upswing whenever it takes place. Moreover our experience tells that good companies are always on the look out for good candidates and recruit them irrespective of market conditions- sometimes going out of the way to create a new Recce..
Do I have to come to Bangalore to take the tests?
No. You don’t have to come to Bangalore unless you want to. You can take our ONLINE Aptitude and Technical Tests through our 7 centers in Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, and Delhi..
How is RV-VLSI different from any other training institute?
RV- VLSI Design Center has all the ingredients of a ‘Good Training Institute’ mentioned above and has been successful in making industry take note of its training capabilities. The Candidates trained at RV-VLSI have been placed in reputed MNCs and are on the job after a very short orientation program in the companies that recruited them. RV-VLSI trains students to be productive in industry in a very short time. Hands-on-training is imparted in ‘ABHYAS’- our learning lab, which gives students an opportunity to: hone their skills in VLSI-from Concept to GDS- for different methodologies(ASIC and FPGA)- solve challenging design problems- and work on industry relevant projects in an environment similar to that in the best of VLSI companies. We transform you into a confident VLSI professional capable of facing tough job interviews and achieving success in your career. We are a SUN CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE –with capacity a design a 1Bn transistor chip-something that not many training institutes can even think of..
Do I have to come to Bangalore to take the tests?
No. You don’t have to come to Bangalore unless you want to. You can take our ONLINE Aptitude and Technical Tests through our 7 centers in Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, and Delhi..
How is RV-VLSI different from any other training institute?
RV- VLSI Design Center has all the ingredients of a ‘Good Training Institute’ mentioned above and has been successful in making industry take note of its training capabilities. The Candidates trained at RV-VLSI have been placed in reputed MNCs and are on the job after a very short orientation program in the companies that recruited them. RV-VLSI trains students to be productive in industry in a very short time. Hands-on-training is imparted in ‘ABHYAS’- our learning lab, which gives students an opportunity to: hone their skills in VLSI-from Concept to GDS- for different methodologies(ASIC and FPGA)- solve challenging design problems- and work on industry relevant projects in an environment similar to that in the best of VLSI companies. We transform you into a confident VLSI professional capable of facing tough job interviews and achieving success in your career. We are a SUN CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE –with capacity a design a 1Bn transistor chip-something that not many training institutes can even think of..