Nanchang University Practical Training Summer Camp Program

Here's a 10-day practical training program tailored for IT colleges, focusing on AI (Generative
AI) and IT project management, with activities incorporating Indian characteristics:

Day 1: Introduction and Orientation

Morning Session:

 Welcome and Orientation: Introduction to the program, objectives, and outcomes.

 Lecture: Overview of AI (Generative AI) and IT Project Management.
 Activity: Ice-breaking session and team formation.

Afternoon Session:

 Workshop: Basics of Generative AI – Concepts and Applications.

 Hands-on Activity: Setting up the environment (Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch).

Day 2: Fundamentals of Generative AI

Morning Session:

 Lecture: Introduction to Machine Learning and Deep Learning.

 Case Study: Applications of Generative AI in Indian industries (e.g., agriculture,
healthcare).

Afternoon Session:

 Hands-on Training: Building simple neural networks.

 Activity: Group discussion on potential AI projects relevant to India.

Day 3: Advanced Generative AI Techniques

Morning Session:

 Lecture: Advanced Generative AI techniques (GANs, VAEs).

 Case Study: Use of Generative AI in Indian e-commerce and finance sectors.

Afternoon Session:

 Hands-on Training: Implementing GANs.

 Activity: Project brainstorming and initial project proposals.

Day 4: IT Project Management Fundamentals

Morning Session:
  Lecture: Introduction to IT Project Management.
 Case Study: Successful IT projects in India (e.g., Aadhaar, UPI).

Afternoon Session:

 Workshop: Project Planning and Scheduling.

 Activity: Group exercise on creating a project plan for an AI project.

Day 5: AI Ethics and Indian Regulatory Environment

Morning Session:

 Lecture: AI Ethics and Responsible AI.

 Case Study: Regulatory environment for AI in India.

Afternoon Session:

 Discussion: Ethical implications of AI projects.

 Activity: Group work on drafting ethical guidelines for their projects.

Day 6: Mid-Program Review and Project Work

Morning Session:

 Activity: Mid-program review and feedback session.

 Workshop: Agile methodologies in IT Project Management.

Afternoon Session:

 Hands-on Activity: Sprint planning and execution for AI projects.

 Activity: Peer review of project progress.

Day 7: Integrating AI with Indian Market Needs

Morning Session:

 Lecture: Customizing AI solutions for the Indian market.

 Case Study: AI-driven startups in India.

Afternoon Session:

 Hands-on Training: Fine-tuning AI models for local datasets.

 Activity: Group discussion on market-specific challenges and solutions.

Day 8: Testing and Evaluation of AI Models

Morning Session:

 Lecture: Model testing and evaluation techniques.

 Case Study: Evaluation metrics relevant to Indian contexts.

Afternoon Session:

 Hands-on Training: Testing AI models and improving accuracy.

 Activity: Group exercise on evaluating each other's projects.

Day 9: Deployment and Maintenance

Morning Session:

 Lecture: Deployment of AI models.

 Case Study: Challenges in deploying AI in Indian infrastructure.

Afternoon Session:

 Workshop: Continuous integration and deployment practices.

 Activity: Group work on deployment strategy for their projects.

Day 10: Final Presentations and Wrap-Up

Morning Session:

 Activity: Final project work and preparation for presentations.

 Workshop: Effective presentation techniques.

Afternoon Session:

 Activity: Final project presentations.

 Wrap-Up: Feedback session, awarding certificates, and closing ceremony.

Activity Hierarchy

1. Orientation and Foundation Building: Days 1-2

2. Advanced Learning and Application: Days 3-4
3. Project Management and Ethical Considerations: Days 5-6
4. Customization and Market Relevance: Days 7-8
5. Deployment and Final Review: Days 9-10

This program integrates academic learning with practical, hands-on activities tailored to the
Indian context, providing a comprehensive training experience in AI and IT project management.
Day Session Activity Duration
Morning - I Welcome and Orientation: Introduction to the program,
objectives, and outcomes. 2 Hrs

Morning - II Ice-Breaking Activities: Fun activities like “Two Truths and a

2 Hrs
Lie” and “Human Bingo” to help students get to know each other.
Day 1
Afternoon – I Team Building Games: Group activities like “Escape Room
Challenge” and “Scavenger Hunt” to foster teamwork and 2 Hrs
communication.
Afternoon - II Scavenger Hunt: Information search on AI innovations. 2 Hrs
Morning - I Lecture: Overview of AI (Generative AI) and its significance in
2 Hrs
the Indian context.
Morning - II Interactive Activity: Quiz on AI basics to reinforce learning.
2 Hrs
Day 2 Afternoon – I Workshop: Basics of information search and analysis skills on
data sources relevant to their projects and Indian resources. 2 Hrs

Afternoon - II Workshop: Basic Python programming refresher. 2 Hrs

Morning - I Interactive Activity: Group discussions on the potential impact of
2 Hrs
AI in various sectors
Day 3 Morning - II Data Hunt: Collecting real-world data for projects. 2 Hrs
Afternoon Hands-on Training: Setting up the development environment 4 Hrs
(Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
Morning - I Lecture: Fundamentals of Data Science and Machine Learning.
2 Hrs
Morning - II Interactive Activity: Data Science problem-solving game.
Day 4 2 Hrs
Afternoon Hands-On Lab: Data collection, cleaning, and visualization using
4 Hrs
Python.
Day 5 Morning - I Interactive Session: Understanding model architecture through
visual aids.
4 Hrs
Morning - II Workshop: Basics of IT project management.

Afternoon – I Interactive Activity: Role-playing project management scenarios.

4 Hrs
Afternoon - II Team Challenge: Solve project management puzzles.
Day 6 Morning Lecture: Introduction to Generative AI models (GANs, VAEs).
4 Hrs
Lecture: Advanced Generative AI techniques.
Afternoon Brainstorming: Customizing AI models for specific needs.
4 Hrs
Hands-On Training: Building a simple Generative AI model.
Day 7 Morning - I Lecture: Techniques for testing and evaluating AI models.
4 Hrs
Morning - II Interactive Activity: Simulation of model testing scenarios.
Afternoon – I Case Study: Successful AI projects in India. 2 Hrs
 Afternoon - II Peer Review: Groups present their models and get feedback. 2 Hrs
Day 8 Morning Lecture: AI applications specific to India, including agriculture,
healthcare, and education. 4 Hrs
Case Studies: Real-world examples of AI in India.
Afternoon Tech Trivia: Prepare a quiz with multiple-choice, true/false, and
short answer questions on topics like programming languages, tech
history, famous algorithms, and current technology trends. Use a
quiz platform or simple PowerPoint presentation to run the game.

OR 4 Hrs

Hackathon Lite: Solve a mini coding challenge in a limited time.

Give students a small project or problem to solve in an hour or
two. They can work individually or in teams. Projects could range
from building a simple web app to creating a small game.
Day 9 Morning Workshop: Effective information search techniques and tools.
4 Hrs
Interactive Activity: Search engine optimization (SEO) basics.
Afternoon Lab Session: Practice information analysis and summarization. 4 Hrs
Day Morning - I Final Touches: Last-minute project work.
10 4 Hrs
Morning - II Preparation: Finalizing project presentations.
Afternoon – I Project Showcase: Groups present their AI projects.
Afternoon - II Awards Ceremony: Certificates and prizes for standout projects. 4 Hrs
Farewell Party: Celebratory activities and networking.