PIAIC Course Catalog 
Version 1.1.0 

 
 
 

Prepared by: Zia Khan 

 
March 17, 2020 
 
 
 
 

   

www.piaic.org 

 
 
 

Table of Contents 
PIAIC Philosophy 3 

Technical Training Programs 4 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) 5 
Cloud Native and Mobile Web 6 
Artificial Intelligence of Things 7 
Blockchain 8 
Quantum Computing 9 
5G, Network Programmability, and Software Defined Networking  
(SDN / NFV / Orchestration) 10 

Innovation Training Program 11 

   
 
 

PIAIC Philosophy 
1. Classes should be held during evening or weekends so that everyone can participate. 
2. The fee should be low so that everyone can afford to attend classes. 
3. Onsite classes should be supplemented with online video content. (Onsite classes will be 
transformed into interactive live online classes in case if it is not possible to conduct 
onsite classes) 
4. For those who cannot come to attend onsite classes, online classes should also be made 
available. 
5. Admissions should be given only on the basis of entry test checking candidate’s Math and 
English capabilities. (If entry tests cannot be conducted in that case admissions will be 
given on first come first serve basis) 
6. All students will be required to choose at least one of the following technical tracks with a 
duration of 12 to 18 months: 
a. Artificial Intelligence (AI)   f. 5G, Network Programmability and 
b. Cloud Native and Mobile Web  Automation, and SDN 
c. Blockchain  g. Computational Genomics (Under 
d. Internet of Things (IoT)  Development) 
e. Quantum Computing   h. 3D Printing (Under Development) 
7. It will be compulsory for all the students to take the innovation track covering the 
following subjects: 
a. Design Thinking 
b. Lean Startup 
c. Agile 
d. DevOps (Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, and Prometheus)  
8. We will follow the syllabus of international certifications where available and will prepare 
the students for these international exams. We will also encourage the students to appear 
in these international exams if they can afford it. The objective of the program is to get the 
students ready for the global market. 
9. Every track will focus on teaching extensively one or more of the following open source 
programming languages: 
a. Python 
b. JavaScript/TypeScript 
c. Rust 
d. Web Assembly 
10. All tracks will teach students to develop end-to-end applications in addition to the 
specialized track course. 
11. We will focus on open source technologies as much as possible. 
12. Every student will continuously be evaluated by appearing in exams.  
13. All faculty selection is based on the skills being taught and ability to communicate. 
 
 

Technical Training Programs 

There are currently six operational technical training programs at the PIAIC: 

 
   

Artificial Intelligence  Cloud Native Computing  Artificial Intelligence  

    of Things 

   
 

5G, Network 
Programmability, and 
Blockchain  Quantum Computing  Software Defined 
Networking (SDN / NFV/ 
Orchestration) 

In addition, there are two programs that are currently under development: 

1. Computational Genomics 
2. 3D Printing 

Additional programs will continue to be added into the PIAIC program as they are researched 
and developed for the mass training of Pakistani youth. 

   
 
 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) 

A  one  year  AI  program  designed  for  absolute  beginners  to  get Pakistan ready for the new era of 
computing enabled by the rise of AI. 
 
Objective:​ To develop AI based end-to-end applications 
Core Programming Language:​ Python 
Secondary Programming Language:​ JavaScript/TypeScript 
Code Versioning:​ Git and GitHub 
Primary Libraries and Frameworks:​ TensorFlow, NumPy, Pandas, Flask, and React 
Secondary Libraries and Frameworks:​ Kubernetes, and Kubeflow 
 
The Artificial Intelligence Program covers the following international certifications: 
 
a. Microsoft’s Introduction to Programming Using Python 
 
b. Google’s TensorFlow Developer Certification 
 
Detailed Syllabus: 
 
Quarter I: AI-101 AI for Everyone and Fundamentals of Programming using Python 
 
Quarter II: AI-201 Data Analysis and Introduction to Deep Learning 
 
Quarter III: AI-301 Deep Learning in Practice and Microservices in Python 
 
Note: Detailed syllabi for remaining quarters are currently undergoing testing and review. 
 
 
 
 
 

   
 
 

Cloud Native and Mobile Web 

A  one  year  cloud  computing  program  designed  for  absolute  beginners  to  get  Pakistan ready for 
the new era of microservices and multi-cloud native computing. 
 
Objective:​ To develop highly scalable, cloud native, end-to-end mobile web applications 
Core Programming Language:​ JavaScript/TypeScript 
Code Versioning:​ Git and GitHub 
Primary Cloud Tools:​ Kubernetes and AWS 
Primary Libraries and Frameworks:​ Docker, React, Gatsby.js, QraphQL, Node.js, and MongoDB 
 
The Cloud Native and Mobile Web Program covers the following international certifications: 
 
a. Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Program 
 
b. AWS Certified Developer - Associate 
 
Detailed Syllabus: 
 
Quarter I: CN-301 Fundamentals of Cloud Native Computing 
 
Quarter II: Mobile-Web-201 Fundamentals of JAMstack Development 
 
Quarter III: Mobile-Web-301 Advanced JAMstack Development 
Quarter III: Mobile-Web-301 Advanced JAMstack Development​ (​Karachi) 
 
Note: Detailed syllabi for remaining quarters are currently undergoing testing and review. 
 
 
 
 
 
 

   
 
 

Artificial Intelligence of Things 

A  fifteen  month  Internet  of  Things  (IoT)  and  Artificial  Intelligence  (AI)  program  designed  for 
absolute beginners to get Pakistan ready for the new era of IoT and AI. 
 
Objective:​ Develop cloud, edge, and embedded end-to-end intelligent IoT applications 
Core Programming Languages:​ Rust and Web Assembly 
Code Versioning:​ Git and GitHub 
Embedded Programming:​ Embedded Rust 
Main Cloud Framework:​ Kubernetes 
Main Edge Framework:​ KubeEdge 
Conversational voice user interfaces:​ Amazon Alexa 
Main  Libraries  and  Frameworks:  Asynchronous  Rust,  Hyper,  MongoDB,  Yew,  TensorFlow,  and 
eWasm. 
 
The Artificial Intelligence of Things Program covers the following international certifications: 
 
a. AWS Certified Alexa Skill Builder 
 
b. Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Program 
 
Detailed Syllabus: 
 
Quarter I: IoT-101 Intro to IoT and Fundamentals of Programming using Rust 
 
Quarter II: IoT-201 Embedded Programming in Rust 
 
Quarter III: IoT-301 Cloud Native and Edge Computing for IoT 
 
Note: Detailed syllabi for remaining quarters are currently undergoing testing and review. 
 
 
 
 
 

   
 
 

Blockchain 
A  one  year  blockchain  program  designed  for  absolute  beginners  to  get  Pakistan  ready  for  the 
new era of blockchain, fintech, and smart contracts. 
 
Objective:​ To develop smart contracts and end-to-end Dapps (Decentralized Applications). 
Core Programming Language:​ JavaScript/TypeScript and Solidity 
Code Versioning:​ Git and GitHub 
Blockchains:​ Ethereum and Hyperledger 
Primary Libraries and Frameworks:​ Smart Contracts, Web3.js, React, Node.js, and MongoDB 
 
The Blockchain Program covers the following international certifications: 
 
a. Certified Blockchain Business Foundations (CBBF) 
 
b. Certified Blockchain Developer - Ethereum (CBDE) 
 
Detailed Syllabus: 
 
Quarter I: BC-301 Blockchain Business Foundations 
 
Quarter II: BC-401 Blockchain Development – Ethereum 
 
Quarter III: BC-450 Advanced Dapp Development 
 
Note: Detailed syllabi for remaining quarters are currently undergoing testing and review. 
 
 
 
 
 

   
 
 

Quantum Computing 
A  one-year  quantum  computing  program  designed  for  absolute  beginners  to  get  Pakistan ready 
for the era of quantum supremacy. 
 
Objective:​ Programming Quantum Computers 
Core Programming Languages:​ Python and Qiskit 
Code Versioning:​ Git and GitHub 
Applications:​ Finance, AI, Chemistry, and Gaming 
 
There  are  no  international  certifications  for  Quantum  Computing  at  the  time  of  writing  this 
document.  As  soon  as  international  certifications  become  available,  they  will  be  integrated  into 
this program. 
 
Detailed Syllabus: 
 
Quarter I: QC-301 Fundamentals of Programming a QPU 
 
Note: Detailed syllabi for remaining quarters are currently undergoing testing and review. 
 
 
 
 
 

   
 
 

5G, Network Programmability, and Software Defined Networking (SDN / NFV 

/ Orchestration) 
A  one-year  program  designed  for  absolute beginners to prepare the next generation of Pakistani 
network engineers. 
 
Objective:​ Train next generation of Network Engineers 
Core Programming Language:​ Python 
Code Versioning:​ Git and GitHub 
Tools,  Libraries  and  Frameworks:  5G,  Kubernetes,  ONAP,  Network  Programmability  and 
Automation 
 
The  5G,  Network  Programmability,  and  Software  Defined Networking Technical Track covers the 
following international certifications: 
 
a. New Cisco CCNA (200-301) Certification 
 
b. Cisco  Certified  DevNet  Specialist  -  Enterprise  Automation  and  Programmability 
(300-435 ENAUTO) 
 
c. Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Program 
 
Detailed Syllabus: 
 
Quarter I: 5G-301 Fundamentals of Core Networking and 5G Architecture 
 
Note: Detailed syllabi for remaining quarters are currently undergoing testing and review. 
 
 
 
 
 

   
 
 

Innovation Training Program 

All  PIAIC  students,  regardless  of  which  technical track they’re enrolled in, must also participate in 
the  innovation  track.  The  innovation  track  courses  are  compulsory  for  all  PIAIC  students and are 
offered in parallel to the technical training programs. 
 
1. Quarter I: MGT-501 4IR Innovation Leadership and Architecture 
 
The first quarter of the innovation track covers​ the following international certification: 
 
a. PMI​ Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) 
 
2. Quarter II: DevOps-501 Infrastructure As Code and DevOps 
 
The second quarter of the innovation track covers​ the following international certifications: 
 
a. HashiCorp​ Certified: Terraform Associate 
 
b. Certified Jenkins Engineer 
 
c. Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation 
 
Note: Detailed syllabi for remaining quarters are currently undergoing testing and review. 

Source: Gartner   
 
 

All  PIAIC  Programs  and  their  syllabi  are  continuously  being  revised  and  improved  to  stay  up  to 
date  with  the  latest  trends  in  the  silicon  valley  and  the  global  markets.  All  programs  are  geared 
towards  the  international  certifications  that  have  been  enumerated  in  the  details  of  each 
program.  If  a  program  does  not  mention  an  international  certification,  it’s because there isn’t any 
certification  for  that  program  at  this  time.  As  soon  as  a  certification  becomes  available,  it  will  be 
integrated into the program of study. 

Regards, 

Zia Khan 
Zia Khan 
PIAIC 
Chief Operating Officer