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    Artificial Intelligence Foundations

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    Artificial Intelligence Foundations

    Dive into the fundamentals of AI. Immerse yourself in organizing and presenting data effectively. Gain a practical understanding of popular AI language and tools. Build a strong foundation in AI and learn practical skills that you can easily apply to your work.

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    Enrollment in this course is by invitation only.

    If you would like to find out more about this training for your organization, please reach out to us at  [email protected]

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    Artificial intelligence (AI) is forging ahead solving complex real-world problems; everything from self-driving cars to facial recognition, to missile guidance, to tumor detection. This program covers the foundational requirements and applications needed for careers associated with AI and offers a broad introduction to the subject, including its history.

    Our training initiative is tailored to empower central government personnel with the requisite knowledge and skills to leverage the full potential of AI in their current and future roles. As you progress through the program, you'll not only acquire expertise in a popular AI programming language but also explore databases and algorithms. Plus, you'll familiarize yourself with the key concepts and tools that constitute the backbone of AI.

    By providing this comprehensive AI training, our goal is to ensure that central government employees are well-prepared to navigate and contribute meaningfully to an environment where AI technologies are becoming increasingly integral. This initiative will position central government employees to thrive in a future where AI plays a pivotal role in public service and administration.

    Artificial Intelligence Foundations comprises five purposely designed courses that take you on a carefully defined learning journey.

    It is a self-paced program, which means it does not run to a fixed schedule with regard to completing modules or submitting assignments. However, as long as the program is completed by the end of your enrollment, you can work at your own pace. And you will be encouraged to stay connected with your learning community and mentors through the course discussion space.

    The materials for modules are accessible from the start of the program and will remain available for the duration of your enrollment. include videos, hands-on labs, exercises, and knowledge checks.

    Enrollment in the program includes all five courses. You cannot enroll for the courses separately.

    As part of our mentoring service you will have access to valuable guidance and support throughout the program. We provide a dedicated discussion space where you can ask questions, chat with your peers, and resolve issues.

    Once you have successfully completed Artificial Intelligence Foundations, you will earn your industry-recognized certificate by Microsoft India and SkillUp Online.

    You will have:

  • A basic understanding of important skills in artificial intelligence (AI).
  • Knowledge of AI's pivotal role in today's tech landscape.
  • Skills and expertise required to apply AI in your current and future roles.
  • A practical understanding of some important AI tools.
  • Skills to transform data into a more meaningful form and create dashboards.
  • An understanding of data statistics and its impact in your current role.
  • An understanding of how you should store your valuable data.
  • This program is ideal for central government employees of all age groups who are keen to start using AI in their work.
  • Have to be a central government employee.
  • This program is aligned with industry-approved occupational standards. Once you have successfully completed this program, you will have:

  • Foundational understanding of AI
  • Practical experience in applying AI in your work
  • Co-branded certificate from Microsoft India and SkillUp Online
  • Program Outline

    Course Introduction

    Program Syllabus

    Grading Scheme

    Lab Installation - Jupyter Labs

    Final Exam Instructions

    Reading: Module Introduction
    Reading: The Evolution and Definition of AI
    Reading: Early AI Technology
    Reading: AI Pioneers
    Infographic: AI Timeline and Famous Applications
    Reading: Current AI Tech and Trend-setters
    Reading: Key AI Concepts and Terminology
    Reading: Opportunities and Occupations in AI
    Video - Why Study Artificial Intelligence?

    Exam 1.1 - 4 Questions

    Reading: Module Introduction
    Reading: The Difference Between Narrow, General, and Super AI

    Exam 1.2 - 4 Questions

    Reading: Module Introduction
    Reading and Lab: Application of AI Across Industries
    Reading: AI in Video and Image Processing
    Reading and Lab: Uses of AI in Speech Processing and Intelligent Bots

    Exam 1.3 - 4 Questions

    Reading: Module Introduction
    Reading: Opportunities in AI Across Industries
    Reading: Basics of Deep Learning and Advanced Analytics
    Reading: The Coming Ethical and Legal Issues Associated with AI

    Exam 1.4 - 4 Questions

    Reading: Module Introduction
    Reading: Principles of Machine Learning
    Video: What is Machine Learning?
    Reading: Machine Learning Model
    Video: Classification and Regression in Machine Learning

    Exam 1.5 - 4 Questions

    Final Exam - 15 Questions

    Reading: Introduction to Database Concepts
    Reading: Learning Objectives

    Module 2.1 Exam - 3 Questions

    Module 2.2 Lab Exercises
    Reading: SQL Relational Database Models
    Reading & Video: Types of SQL Relationships
    Reading: Data Types and Data Formats
    Lab: Define and Describe NoSQL Databases

    Module 2.2 Exam - 8 Questions

    Module 3 Lab Exercises
    Reading: Selecting and Retrieving Data from a SQL Database
    Reading & Labs: Filtering, Sorting and Calculating Data
    Reading and Lab: Building Joins
    Lab: Using Python for Data Acquisition and Analysis

    Module 2.3 Exam - 5 Questions

    Final Exam - 20 Questions

    Reading: Python Course Introduction
    Reading & Video: Advantages of Python in AI
    Reading: Data Types
    Video - Data Types
    Lab: Data Types in Python
    Reading: Understand and Define Fundamental Data Structures
    Lab: Understand and Define Fundamental Data Structures
    Reading: Implement and Apply Data Structures
    Lab: Implement data structures

    Exam 3.1 - 5 Questions

    Reading: Basic Python Programming Introduction
    Reading: String Operations
    Lab - Strings in Python
    Video - Data Structures
    Reading: Demonstrate Lists and Tuples
    Video: Demonstrate Lists and Tuples
    Lab: Demonstrate Lists and Tuples
    Reading: Operators
    Lab: Operators and Operations
    Reading: Demonstrate Conditions, Branching
    Lab: Demonstrate Conditions and Branching
    Reading: Loops - for,while
    Lab: For Loops and While Loops
    Reading: Functions, Classes, Objects
    Lab: Functions, Classes, and Objects
    Basic Python Scripts
    Pandas and Numpy
    Hands-on Lab - Pandas
    Hands-on Lab - Numpy

    Exam 3.2 - 5 Questions

    Reading: Algorithms Module Introduction
    Reading: Understand and Define Sorting Algorithms
    Reading: Create and Apply Algorithms

    Module 3.3 Exam - 4 Questions

    Reading: Sorting Algorithms Module Introduction
    Reading: Sorting Algorithms
    Jupyter Notebook Labs: Quick Sort
    Jupyter Notebook Labs: Insertion Sort

    Exam 3.4 - 3 Questions

    Reading: Searching Algorithms Module Introduction
    Searching Algorithms
    Jupyter Notebook Labs: Linear Search
    Jupyter Notebook Labs: Binary Search

    Exam 3.5 - 3 Questions

    Reading: Geographic and Graphing Algorithms Module Introduction
    Reading: Geometric Algorithms

    Final Exam - 10 Questions

    Reading: AI Statistics - Python Introduction
    Reading: Getting Started with Cognos
    Reading: Basic Statistic Concepts

    Exam 4.1 - 3 Questions

    Reading: Descriptive Statistics Introduction
    Reading: Define and Demonstrate Descriptive Statistics
    Hands-on Lab - Calculating central values
    Reading: Define and Demonstrate Probability
    Reading: Define and Demonstrate Correlation
    Hands-on Lab - Correlation of Data
    Reading: Define and Demonstrate Linear Regression
    Reading: Describe Basic Statistical Analysis Tools
    Reading: Descriptive Statistics Summary
    Hands-on lab - Using plotly with built-in data

    Exam 4.2 - 5 Questions

    Final Exam - 10 Questions

    Reading: Data Visualization Fundamentals Course Introduction
    Reading: Understand and Define Simple Data Visualizations and Graph Types
    Reading: Identify Popular Visualization Dashboards

    Exam 5.1 - 4 Questions

    Reading: Module Introduction
    Reading: Define and Describe Basic Visualization Tools
    Reading: Define Specialized Visualization Tools
    Reading: Describe Creating Maps and Visualizing Geospatial Data

    Exam 5.2 - 4 Questions

    Reading: Module Introduction
    Reading: Introduction to Building Charts
    Lab: Build Pie Chart
    Lab: Build Line Chart
    Lab: Build Bar Chart
    Lab: Build Column Graph
    Lab: Build Ring Plot
    Lab: Build Map Graph
    Reading: Course Conclusion

    Exam 5.3 - 4 Questions

    Final Exam - 10 Questions

    Instructions

    Final Exam - 30 Questions

    Project 1: Heart Failure

    Orientation
    Generative AI
    AI Brilliance Unleashed
    ML Concepts
    Revolutionizing Healthcare
    PIONEERING AI
    MS Copilot

    Orientation
    Master class 1 - (16-03-2024)
    Master class 2 - (23-03-2024)
    Master class 3 - (06-04-2024)
    Master Class 4 - (13-04-2024)
    Master Class 5 - (20-04-2024)
    Unlocking AI Creativity with MS Copilot

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    About this program

    05 Courses

    19 Modules

    05 Skills

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    32 Hands - on labs

    18 Videos

    18 Module exams

    05 Course exams

    01 Final exam

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