Introduction to AI

Explore the core principles and real-world applications of Artificial Intelligence as this course examines how AI systems are built, implemented, and managed across various domains.

Overview

This course is centered on the foundational concepts, techniques, and implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI). It provides a comprehensive overview of how intelligent systems are developed, deployed, and governed. While AI encompasses a wide range of technologies and use cases, at its core are fundamental principles from computer science, data analysis, and human cognition. There are four major domains covered in this course:

Foundations and History of AI
AI Technologies and Techniques
Security and Ethics in AI
Applications and Impacts of AI

At a Glance

Approximately 30 hours

3.0 CEUs

$1,850

EdAssist discounted rate: $1,665

Live Online Training Experience

Instructor-Led in Real Time

Learn directly from an expert instructor delivering content live, allowing for immediate insights and guidance.

Access to Course Materials

Receive full access to presentations, resources, and supporting documents to reinforce your learning.

Interactive Learning Environment

Engage with classmates and your instructor through a collaborative platform that encourages discussion and participation.

On-Demand Playback

Revisit any session at your convenience with access to recorded classes for continued learning and review.

Explain the foundational concepts, history, and evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI), including its role in modern computing and society.
Describe the structure and capabilities of machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), natural language processing (NLP), and large language models (LLMs).
Differentiate between types of AI (narrow, general, and superintelligent) and the key tasks AI systems are designed to perform.
Identify common AI applications across industries and evaluate their practical impact on business, healthcare, security, and daily life.
Analyze ethical challenges in AI such as bias, privacy, transparency, and decision accountability.
Discuss the role of security in AI systems, including how AI can be attacked and how it can be used to enhance cybersecurity.
Apply core AI concepts to interpret how AI systems are trained, validated, and deployed.
Evaluate the societal implications of AI adoption, including workforce shifts, legal concerns, and governance challenges.

Tuition covers only the cost of the course. Nothing else is provided to the student.

Course Schedule

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Students will receive detailed course information on the Friday prior to the start of class.

For more information, contact: corporatetraining@umassglobal.edu.

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Yes. The course is 100% online, so you can join from anywhere with an internet connection. There are no campus visits.

This course is instructor-led, with set start and end dates and scheduled class meetings. To see meeting dates and times, click "Course Schedule" on the program page.

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Introduction to AI