PCSL 9N58 - AI Essentials Micro-Credential
Course Description
Key Focus Areas:
Introductory course on AI basics
History and evolution of AI
Demystifying AI from a usage and ethical perspective
Ethical ramifications including risks and safety
Modern application of AI (LLMs)
Responsible AI engagement
Bias and misuse
Impact on society, industry, and science
Hands-on learning with various AI tools and applications
Description:
Are you curious about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it works? Do you want to explore the ethical and social implications of AI and how to use it responsibly?
AI Essentials is a 6-week online course that will introduce you to the basics of AI in a simple and
engaging way. You will learn what AI is, how it works, and why it matters. You will explore the ethical and social aspects of AI, such as risks and benefits, impact on society, industry, and science, as well as problems arising from bias and misuse. Throughout the course, you will get hands-on experience with various AI tools and applications that you can use in your personal and professional lives.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Define AI and its key concepts and terminology
Identify main branches and methods of AI
Evaluate the successes and limitations of AI in various domains and scenarios
Understand the ethical and social implications of AI
Apply the principles of responsible AI engagement
Use various AI tools and applications
Are you curious about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it works? Do you want to explore the ethical and social implications of AI and how to use it responsibly?
AI Essentials is a 6-week online course that will introduce you to the basics of AI in a simple and
engaging way. You will learn what AI is, how it works, and why it matters. You will explore the ethical and social aspects of AI, such as risks and benefits, impact on society, industry, and science, as well as problems arising from bias and misuse. Throughout the course, you will get hands-on experience with various AI tools and applications that you can use in your personal and professional lives.
Learner Outcomes
Define AI and its key concepts and terminology
Identify main branches and methods of AI
Evaluate the successes and limitations of AI in various domains and scenarios
Understand the ethical and social implications of AI
Apply the principles of responsible AI engagement
Use various AI tools and applications
