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Introducing AI

BeginnerCourse

Start your journey into the realm of Artificial Intelligence! Discover its endless possibilities, practical applications, and real-world impact in this captivating beginner-level course. Unveil the future today!

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Language

  • English

Topic

  • Artificial Intelligence

Enrollment Count

  • 23.81K

Skills You Will Learn

  • Artificial Intelligence

Offered By

  • IBMSkillsNetwork

Estimated Effort

  • 1 hour

Platform

  • SkillsNetwork

Last Update

  • March 13, 2025
About this Course
Discover the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with this beginner-friendly short course. This mini-course provides an introduction to AI, explores its impact on various industries, and delves into its wide range of applications, including the exciting field of Generative AI.

We will demystify the concepts behind AI and explain how it mimics human intelligence to solve complex problems. Gain insights into the transformative power of AI and how it is reshaping industries and society as a whole.

Explore the vast array of applications that AI offers across different sectors. From healthcare to finance, from manufacturing to entertainment, AI is revolutionizing the way we work, communicate, and interact. Discover real-world examples that showcase the potential of AI-driven technologies and their positive impact on efficiency, decision-making, and innovation.

Uncover the fascinating capabilities of Generative AI models, which have the ability to generate new content, including images, music, and text. Witness the creative potential of AI as we delve into the applications of Generative AI in fields like art, design, and storytelling.

Designed with beginners in mind, this course provides a solid foundation in AI concepts without overwhelming technical jargon. Our expert instructors will guide you through engaging lessons, practical examples, and interactive exercises, ensuring an enjoyable and informative learning experience.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of AI, explore its impact on society, and unlock the possibilities offered by Generative AI. Embrace the future of technology and enroll in this course today to embark on an exciting AI journey.


Course Syllabus

Module 1: AI Overview
  • Introducing AI
  • What is AI?
  • Generative AI Overview
  • Summary
Module 2: Impact of AI
  • Impact and Examples of AI
  • Some Applications of AI
  • Famous applications of AI from IBM
  • Generative AI: Applications and Examples
  • Summary

General Information

This is a self-paced course that can be taken at a time and place convenient to you. The initial version does not contain any graded assessments.

Recommended Skills Prior to Taking this Course

This short course is designed with AI beginners in mind and is suitable for professionals, managers, executives, and students. It is the perfect starting point for anyone simply curious about the world of AI. As such there are no pre-requisites other than basic computer literacy to complete an online course.  It can be accessed with current versions of Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Safari.

Instructors

Rav Ahuja

Global Program Director, IBM Skills Network

Rav Ahuja is a Global Program Director at IBM. He leads growth strategy, curriculum creation, and partner programs for the IBM Skills Network. Rav co-founded Cognitive Class, an IBM led initiative to democratize skills for in demand technologies. He is based out of the IBM Canada Lab in Toronto and specializes in instructional solutions for AI, Data, Software Engineering and Cloud. Rav presents at events worldwide and has authored numerous papers, articles, books and courses on subjects in managing and analyzing data. Rav holds B. Eng. from McGill University and MBA from University of Western Ontario.

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