AI for Everyone: Mastering the Basics

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AI for Everyone: Mastering the Basics

AI for Everyone: Mastering the Basics

Discover the world of AI, its applications and use cases. Explore key AI concepts including machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks.

Take this important first step towards a rewarding career in AI.

This course is sponsored by Pacific Lutheran University in collaboration with SkillUp Online.

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1 Course Overview Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming our lives. It's a fast moving arena offering rewarding careers to those who excel. For individuals keen to build a solid foundation of knowledge in this exciting field, this introductory course is an ideal place to start. In this course, you will discover what AI is, and you will come to understand its applications and use cases, and consider how it is transforming our lives. You will explore basic AI concepts, including machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks. You will review the concerns surrounding AI, including ethics, bias, jobs, and the impact on society. You will hear experts share their views on AI and give you guidance on how to start a career in this field. Plus, you will see AI in action through interactive hands-on exercises. Becoming familiar with AI, its applications, key concepts, and terminologies is a critical first step for individuals keen to excel. This course will build a strong foundation of knowledge upon which you can then progress through the rest of the IBM Applied AI Professional Certificate Program with confidence. 2 How It Works This course comprises four purposely designed modules that take you on a carefully defined learning journey. Please note that it is part of the IBM Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) Professional Certificate Program. You cannot enroll for this course separately. If you wish to take this course, you will need to enroll for the full program. It is an instructor-led course which runs to a fixed schedule, with set start and finish dates. It is driven forward by your instructor and features live sessions that are aired at a set time. You will, however, have time to complete certain activities at your own pace outside of the live sessions. And you will be encouraged to stay connected with your learning community, mentors, and instructors through the course discussion space. Modules also include videos, hands-on labs, exercises, and exams. The materials for each course are accessible from the start of the course and will remain available for the duration of your enrollment. Your IBM Professional Certificate will be issued once you have successfully completed the course. 3 Skills You Will Gain After completing this course, you will have: A good understanding of what AI is, its applications, and its use cases. Abilty to explain terms such as machine learning, deep learning and neural networks . Understanding of the issues and ethical concerns surrounding AI. Understanding of how to start a career in AI. 4 Who Should Enroll On This Course   5 Prerequisites No experience required.

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04 Modules

01 Skills

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02 Hands-on labs

08 Exercises

03 Quizzes

30 Videos

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This course, AI for Everyone: Master the Basics, has been developed as part of the IBM Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) Professional Certificate Program sponsored by PLU. Only learners who have enrolled onto the program can take this course. The reason for this is that all the courses in this program are instructor-led and they follow a set curriculum designed to support the learning journey for the program overall. Therefore, if you wish to take a particular course, you will need to enroll for the full program.

This course is the ideal starting point for learners just setting out on their AI journey. It is made of up of 4 modules, each introducing you to key concepts and terminologies in the world of AI, so you begin to become familiar with AI and its applications. By the end of the course, you will have a valuable understanding of what AI is, and how it is used. The course is instructor-led and the live sessions are interactive and encourage discussion during the classes. However, you will also have the opportunity to complete certain activities away from the class. And you will be encouraged to connect with others on the course, including your mentors, via the discussion space.

If you take this course, AI for Beginners: Master the Basics, you will have enrolled onto the IBM Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) Professional Certificate Program. This program has been specifically designed to introduce the fundamentals of AI to anyone, regardless of their level of technical knowledge. Previous experience in a technical background is not required, and you do not need to have any experience of programming. So, if youre looking to gain AI certification, then enrolling onto the program is a really good idea, and this course is the ideal place for you to start your AI journey.

This course is part of the IBM Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) Professional Certificate Program sponsored by PLU. You will earn an individual IBM Professional Certificate for completing this course. However, you will also gain IBM Professional Certification as an AI professional if you successfully complete the whole program. Plus, you will also earn a PLU Certificate of Completion of the program as well.

AI for Beginners: Master the Basics is part of the IBM Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) Professional Certificate Program sponsored by PLU. It is an instructor-led course. This means live sessions are aired at pre-set times, and the modules start and finish on set dates. Your assignments will also be due on set dates. However, you will have the opportunity to enjoy some self-paced work as well, for you are able to complete certain activities in your own time. To give you an idea of how much time you should allocate to your learning, the whole program lasts for 12 weeks, and we estimate the you need to dedicate approximately 2 hours a week to your studies.
AI for Everyone: Mastering the Basics

Course Offering

certificate

Type of certificate

IBM Professional Certificate

course

About this course

04 Modules

01 Skills

includes

Includes

02 Hands-on labs

08 Exercises

03 Quizzes

30 Videos

create

Create

Sales promotion using a data modeler

exercises

Exercises to explore

IBM Watson

You’ll learn with these experts

profile-image

Rav Ahuja

Global Program Director

View on LinkedIn

Newsletters & Updates

Subscribe to get the latest tech career trends, guidance, and tips in your inbox.