Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Part 1 - BUS-X832
Course Description
Take Your Career to the Next Level With Artificial Intelligence (AI)
This course provides an introductory overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI), exploring its history, concepts, and applications. You will examine the fundamental principles of AI, including its ability to comprehend, compute, and communicate. Through hands-on exercises, you will gain practical experience using AI tools and develop critical thinking skills to evaluate their strengths and limitations. The course culminates in a final project where you apply your knowledge to investigate the future implications of AI in your chosen field or career.
Learner Outcomes
- Describe the basics of AI including types and categories
- Differentiate between AI and other technologies
- Explain the 3 Cs of Intelligence
- Utilize AI tools to perform real-world tasks and analyze their output for accuracy, relevance, and potential bias
- Evaluate AI critically to assess the strengths and weaknesses of AI and its potential impact
- Reflect on using AI to enhance learning and creativity
- Apply AI to create a professional report that combines AI generated content with original analysis and reflection on the future of AI in your career
Course Details
Number of Units: 1.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: Anyone interested in understanding the current and future direction of AI in business, healthcare, education, finance and daily life!
Online Self-Paced courses are a perfect blend of accessibility, convenience and flexibility for you to control your learning pace. You will use course textbooks, manuals, assignments and exams to learn and earn credit. Depending on the course, you may also use streaming audio and video, CD-ROM, and download embedded materials through the Internet. Communication with your instructor will take place through your course site online. Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your assignments and exams. Grades are based on completed projects, assignments and exams. You can register at any time and you will have six months from the time of registration to complete your course.