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AI for Everyone: Mastering the Basics
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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.
Online Live Classes
Beginner Level
Mentor Support
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It is not possible to enroll for individual courses on this program. If you wish to take this course, please enroll for the full program.
Course Outline
General Information
Syllabus
Grading Scheme
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Video: Introducing AI (3:28)
Video: What is AI? (3:50)
Video: Tanmay’s Journey and Take on AI (5:50)
Video: Impact and Applications of AI (3:50)
Video: Application Domains for AI (5:37)
Video: Some Applications of AI (5:34)
Video: More Applications of AI (3:03)
Video: Famous Applications of AI from IBM (5:19)
Module Summary
Graded Quiz - Module 1
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Video - AI Introduction: Cognitive Computing (Perception, Learning, Reasoning) (3:46)
Video - Terminology and Related Concepts (3:37)
Video - Machine Learning (4:27)
Video - Machine Learning Techniques and Training (4:01)
Video - Deep Learning (2:10)
Video - Neural Networks (3:39)
Hands-On Lab: Paint with AI (20 mins)
Video - Key Fields of Application in AI (4:05)
AI Application Areas: Video - Natural Language Processing, Speech, Computer Vision (4:31)
Video - Self Driving Cars (4:31)
Hands-On Lab: Computer Vision (20 Mins)
Reading - Module Summary
Graded Quiz - Module 2
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Video - Issues and Concerns Around AI (4:52)
Video - AI and Ethical Concerns (4:52)
Video - AI and Bias (2:46)
Video - AI Ethics, Bias and Trust (4:22)
Hands-on Lab - Detect the Bias (20 mins)
Video - Jobs and AI (4:23)
Video - Employment and AI (4:23)
Reading - AI Working for Good
Reading- Principles for Ethical AI
Reading - Module Summary
Module 3 - Graded Quiz
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Video - The Evolution and Future of AI (4:27)
Reading - What's Next for AI
Video - Future with AI (4:28)
Reading - What will our Society look like when AI is everywhere?
Video - The AI Ladder - The Journey for Adopting AI Successfully
Video - Advice for a Career in AI (5:51)
Video - Hotbeds of AI Innovation (3:02)
Video - Tanmay’s Advice to Learn AI (3:49)
Video - Polong’s Advice for a Job in AI (4:14)
Reading - Module Summary
Reading: Conclusion and Next Steps (3 min)
Introduction
Guidelines for Submission
Exercise: Sales Promotion using a Data Modeler
Final Assessment - Peer Graded Responses
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FAQs
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.
Type of certificate
IBM Professional Certificate
About this course
04 Modules
01 Skills
Includes
02 Hands-on labs
08 Exercises
03 Quizzes
30 Videos
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Sales promotion using a data modeler
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