Three-Day Lecture Course on Artificial Intelligence Held at GTU

At the Faculty of Transport Systems and Mechanical Engineering at Georgian Technical University, within the framework of the project financed by the Georgian Youth Agency, the “Artificial Intelligence Generation” held a three-day lecture course on the current issues of artificial intelligence and modern technologies.

The lecture course aimed to deepen young people’s knowledge of artificial intelligence and modern technologies, develop their digital competencies, and introduce them to the practical applications of technological innovations. Invited specialists led the lecture sessions: David Baratashvili, Head of the International Relations Department at the Administration of the President of Georgia; Archil Odishelidze, Head of the Information Technology (IT) Department at the Administration of the President of Georgia; Tornike Saldadze, a specialist in the field of finance; and Gocha Tsikarishvili, an expert in information technology with professional experience at leading IT organizations in Europe and the United States.

Giorgi Mikiashvili, Head of the Office of Technologies and Grant Projects at the Georgian Technical University, opened the event and addressed the audience; David Leshkasheli, President of the University’s Student Self-Government, also delivered a welcome speech.

“Artificial intelligence and modern technologies represent one of the most significant areas of development in today’s world. Young people need to explore the latest advancements in this field, gain both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, and develop competencies that will prove valuable in their future careers. We are pleased that, through our collaboration with the organization “Artificial Intelligence Generation”, students have been given the chance to learn directly from industry experts about the capabilities of artificial intelligence and modern technologies.”

 – Giorgi Mikiashvili, Head of the Office of Technologies and Grant Projects

According to David Leshkasheli, the President of the Self-Government of GTU, four main thematic directions were discussed within the three-day lecture course: artificial intelligence in finance – the use of AI technologies in financial processes and analytics; Prompting and AI architecture – effective interaction with artificial intelligence systems and the basic principles of their work; Coding Transformation – The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Modern Approaches to Software Development and Programming; and Digital Frontline and Security – Contemporary Challenges of the Digital Environment, Cyber ​​Security and Technology Risks.

“It is important for students to familiarize themselves with modern technological trends, acquire practical knowledge, and meet experienced professionals from various fields. Artificial intelligence is already transforming how we learn, work, and communicate; therefore, young people must understand this technology’s capabilities and the principles for using it responsibly. A key priority for the Student Self-Government is to create new development opportunities for young people, support their interests, and promote activities that foster their professional growth and help them prepare for modern-day challenges.”

– David Leshkasheli, President of the Student Self-Government

The guest speakers shared their professional experience with lecture course participants, discussing practical examples of artificial intelligence applications and the opportunities modern technologies create across various professional fields. The lecture course was conducted in an interactive format, allowing participants to engage in thematic discussions, ask questions, and gain knowledge grounded in practical experience.

At the conclusion of the three-day lecture course, Boris Gitolendia, Dean of the Faculty of Transport Systems and Mechanical Engineering at the Georgian Technical University, along with Deputy Dean Gogi Abramishvili and the event organizers, presented participants with certificates, incentive gifts, and vouchers.