The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Merit Arts and Science College is a forward-looking academic unit established to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge in AI, machine learning, and big data technologies. The department fosters innovation, critical thinking, and analytical problem-solving among students, enabling them to become tech leaders of tomorrow.
Led by experienced faculty and supported by industry-oriented curriculum design, the department bridges the gap between academia and real-world applications through seminars, AI bootcamps, coding sessions, and research initiatives.
The B.Sc. Artificial Intelligence and Data Science curriculum integrates foundational subjects like Programming in Python, Linear Algebra, and Statistics with advanced courses such as Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Neural Networks, NLP, and Big Data Analytics.
The program includes project-based learning, internships, and exposure to real-world datasets, ensuring students are aligned with industry practices.
This is a three-year undergraduate program designed to prepare students for the future of intelligent computing. The interdisciplinary course blends Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics to train students in creating intelligent systems and analyzing complex data.
Candidates should have passed the Higher Secondary (+2) examination conducted by the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, or any equivalent examination accepted by the university, with Mathematics as one of the subjects.
| Sl.No | Staff Name | Department | Aadhaar Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal / Administration | |||
| 1 | Dr. E. Edwin Lawrence | Principal | 3923 0204 7224 |
| 2 | Dr. S. Kali Krishnan | Vice Principal | 9460 1599 1983 |
| Artificial Intelligence | |||
| 3 | Mrs. S. Sumathi | Artificial Intelligence | 7753 4631 2472 |
| PD | |||
| 4 | Mr. K. Santha Kumar | PD | 9970 8341 6865 |
| Library | |||
| 5 | Mrs. M. Muthu Arumugam | Library | 8872 1458 2691 |
