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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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This course is part of multiple programs

IBM & Darden Digital Strategy Specialization
IBM Generative AI Engineering Professional Certificate
IBM AI Foundations for Business Specialization
IBM AI Product Manager Professional Certificate
AI Foundations for Everyone Specialization
Key Technologies for Business Specialization
IBM AI Developer Professional Certificate
Rav Ahuja

Instructor: Rav Ahuja

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4 modules
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Beginner level

This course is suitable for everyone, including students, professionals, and enthusiasts interested in learning about the fundamentals of AI.

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4 modules
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7

(20,066 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

Recommended experience

Beginner level

This course is suitable for everyone, including students, professionals, and enthusiasts interested in learning about the fundamentals of AI.

Flexible schedule
1 week at 10 hours a week
Learn at your own pace
96%
Most learners liked this course
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What you'll learn

  • Explain the fundamental concepts and applications of AI in various domains.

  • Describe the core principles of machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks, and apply them to real-world scenarios.

  • Analyze the role of generative AI in transforming business operations, identifying opportunities for innovation and process improvement.

  • Design a generative AI solution for an organizational challenge, integrating ethical considerations.

Skills you'll gain

  • Natural Language Processing
  • ChatGPT
  • Generative AI
  • Market Opportunities

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all around us, seamlessly integrated into our daily lives and work. Enroll in this course to understand key AI terminologies and applications, launch your AI career, or transform your existing one.

This course covers core AI concepts, including deep learning, machine learning, and neural networks. You’ll examine generative AI models, including large language models (LLMs) and their capabilities. Further, you’ll analyze the applications of AI across domains, such as natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, and robotics, uncovering how these advancements drive innovation and use cases. The course will help you discover how AI, especially generative AI, is reshaping business and work environments. You’ll also explore emerging career opportunities in this rapidly evolving field and gain insights into ethical considerations and AI governance that shape responsible innovation. The course includes hands-on labs and a project, providing a hands-on opportunity to explore AI’s use cases and applications. You will also hear from expert practitioners about the capabilities, applications, and ethical considerations surrounding AI. This course is suitable for everyone, including professionals, enthusiasts, and students interested in learning the fundamentals of AI.

In this module, you will explore the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its growing impact across industries. You will learn to distinguish between AI and augmented intelligence and examine the evolution from traditional AI to generative AI. Through practical examples, you’ll identify real-world use cases in daily life and business. You’ll also gain hands-on experience with generative AI tools and chatbot design. By the end, you’ll understand AI’s capabilities, limitations, and role in enhancing human potential.

What's included

12 videos2 readings3 assignments1 app item1 discussion prompt3 plugins

12 videos•Total 79 minutes
  • Course Introduction•5 minutes•Preview module
  • Introducing AI•6 minutes
  • Artificial Intelligence vs. Augmented Intelligence•5 minutes
  • Introducing Generative AI and Its Use Cases•4 minutes
  • The Evolution of AI: Traditional AI vs. Generative AI•6 minutes
  • Artificial Intelligence - Are We There Yet?•6 minutes
  • AI in Daily Life•6 minutes
  • AI Chatbots and Smart Assistants•6 minutes
  • What Is a Chatbot? •9 minutes
  • Applications of AI in Different Industries•8 minutes
  • Generative AI Tools and Applications•7 minutes
  • Ten Everyday AI and Machine Learning Use Cases•6 minutes
2 readings•Total 7 minutes
  • Course Overview•4 minutes
  • Module Summary•3 minutes
3 assignments•Total 42 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Introduction and Applications of AI•30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Introduction to AI•6 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Impact and Applications of AI•6 minutes
1 app item•Total 20 minutes
  • Lab: AI Assistant-User Conversations•20 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
  • (Optional) AI for Real-World Problems•10 minutes
3 plugins•Total 45 minutes
  • Helpful Tips for Course Completion•5 minutes
  • Different types of AI•10 minutes
  • Lab: Generative AI Tools in Action•30 minutes

In this module, you will explore the foundational concepts of artificial intelligence, including cognitive computing, machine learning, and deep learning. You’ll learn how AI systems simulate human cognition, process language, and recognize patterns using neural networks. The module also covers the architecture of generative models and large language models, and how AI technologies are applied in domains such as autonomous vehicles, speech recognition, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Through real-world examples and practical insights, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the capabilities of AI and how it integrates across industries.

What's included

14 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

14 videos•Total 85 minutes
  • Cognitive Computing•5 minutes•Preview module
  • Terminologies and Related Concepts of AI•4 minutes
  • Machine Learning•5 minutes
  • Machine Learning: Techniques and Training•6 minutes
  • Deep Learning•3 minutes
  • Neural Networks•5 minutes
  • Machine Learning Vs. Deep Learning•7 minutes
  • Generative AI Models•6 minutes
  • Large Language Models•8 minutes
  • Machine Learning vs. Deep Learning vs. Foundation Models•7 minutes
  • Natural Language Processing, Speech, and Computer Vision•7 minutes
  • What Is NLP (Natural Language Processing)?•9 minutes
  • Self-Driving Cars•3 minutes
  • AI and Cloud Computing, Edge Computing, and IoT•6 minutes
1 reading•Total 4 minutes
  • Module Summary•4 minutes
3 assignments•Total 42 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: AI Concepts, Terminology, and Application Domains•30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Fundamental Concepts of AI•6 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Domains of AI •6 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
  • (Optional) The Future of AI-Driven Autonomous Systems•10 minutes
1 plugin•Total 15 minutes
  • Activity: AI Integration in Everyday Life•15 minutes

In this module, you will examine how AI agents, robotics, and automation are transforming industries by enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency. You’ll explore the rise of generative AI and its applications in business innovation, content creation, and strategic planning. The module introduces real-world business applications, including tools like retrieval-augmented generation (RAG). You’ll also examine how leading companies adopt AI and discover ways to apply AI in your own future career.

What's included

12 videos1 reading4 assignments1 app item1 discussion prompt3 plugins

12 videos•Total 95 minutes
  • AI Agents•7 minutes•Preview module
  • What Are AI Agents?•12 minutes
  • Robotics and Automation•7 minutes
  • Transforming Businesses Through AI•5 minutes
  • The Rise of Generative AI for Business•7 minutes
  • Become a Value Creator with Generative AI•13 minutes
  • What Is Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)?•6 minutes
  • Adopting AI in Your Business•6 minutes
  • Frameworks for AI Adoption•6 minutes
  • Transforming Your Work Through AI Tools•6 minutes
  • Career Opportunities with AI•6 minutes
  • Humans vs. AI: Who should make the decision?•8 minutes
1 reading•Total 3 minutes
  • Module Summary•3 minutes
4 assignments•Total 48 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Business and Career Transformation Through AI•30 minutes
  • AI Domains for Industries •6 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: AI for Businesses•6 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: AI for Your Work and Career•6 minutes
1 app item•Total 30 minutes
  • Lab: Using Generative AI for Your Work•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 15 minutes
  • (Optional) Supply and Demand for Generative AI-Literate Employees•15 minutes
3 plugins•Total 45 minutes
  • Lab: Generative AI for Business Transformation •25 minutes
  • Introduction to RAG•15 minutes
  • AI Adoption Frameworks: Amazon, OpenAI, and Facebook•5 minutes

In this module, you will explore the ethical foundations of AI, focusing on fairness, transparency, and accountability. You’ll examine challenges posed by generative AI, such as hallucinations and misuse, and learn strategies for ethical risk mitigation. The module covers AI governance frameworks and responsible AI practices in workplace scenarios. The model concludes with a final project where you’ll design an ethical, generative AI-driven solution to address a real organizational challenge and a graded quiz.

What's included

7 videos3 readings2 assignments1 app item2 plugins

7 videos•Total 47 minutes
  • Ethical Considerations and Responsible Use of AI•6 minutes•Preview module
  • Considerations Around Generative AI•7 minutes
  • Why Large Language Models Hallucinate•9 minutes
  • Perspective of Key Players Around AI Ethics •7 minutes
  • The Importance of AI Governance•9 minutes
  • How to Implement AI Ethics•3 minutes
  • Course Wrap-Up•4 minutes
3 readings•Total 9 minutes
  • Lesson Summary•4 minutes
  • Congratulations and Next Steps•3 minutes
  • Thanks from the Course Team•2 minutes
2 assignments•Total 36 minutes
  • Course Graded Quiz: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)•30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: AI Concerns and Ethical Considerations•6 minutes
1 app item•Total 60 minutes
  • Final Project: Transforming Organizational Functions with Generative AI•60 minutes
2 plugins•Total 30 minutes
  • Activity: Responsible Use of AI at Work•15 minutes
  • Glossary: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)•15 minutes

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