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Introduction
This course provides a foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence. The curriculum avoids deep technical jargon and focuses on the practical applications and strategic importance of AI in the modern world. Using relatable, local examples, students will explore AI's impact on key industries and gain hands-on experience with user-friendly AI tools, culminating in a business-oriented capstone project.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Define and Explain Core AI Concepts: Articulate what Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Intelligent Systems are, using simple analogies and real-world examples.
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Identify AI in Everyday Life: Recognize and describe how AI powers common applications like social media feeds, online maps, and digital assistants.
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Understand the Role of Data: Explain why data is essential for training AI systems and how it influences the performance and fairness of AI applications.
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Analyze AI Use Cases in Business: Identify and discuss the practical applications of AI in key sectors such as Banking, Insurance, Retail, Healthcare, and Education.
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Utilize Basic AI Tools: Gain hands-on experience using popular, no-code AI tools to generate content and solve simple problems.
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Evaluate Ethical Considerations: Discuss the ethical implications of AI, including bias and fairness, and consider its broader societal impact.
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Develop an AI-Focused Business Proposal: Apply course concepts to a capstone project, framing a strategic proposal for how a business could leverage AI.