Introductory Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Tailored to department requirements

Overview

🕮 Off the shelf (OTS)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere—from the apps we use every day to the tools transforming how we work. But what is AI really, and why does it matter?
This interactive, beginner-friendly course is designed to demystify AI, show you where it already lives in your life, and introduce you to the tools shaping our digital future. You’ll explore the history and workings of AI, see how it’s used in professional settings, and get hands-on with tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. We’ll also dive into the ethical challenges and potential risks of AI in a real, relatable way.
By the end of the session, you’ll walk away with a strong foundational understanding of AI, ideas for practical use in your work or everyday life, and the confidence to keep learning in this fast-moving field.
A contextualising call must take place prior to delivery to ensure this is made relevant to the work conducted in the department.

Objectives:
•Explain what AI is in simple, clear terms, including key concepts like machine learning and neural networks.
• Identify common uses of AI in daily life, both personal and professional, including tools they may already be using.
• Describe the history and evolution of AI, and why it's become such a hot topic in recent years.
•Understand how generative AI works and how it can be used responsibly to support tasks like writing, coding, data analysis, and automation.
•Evaluate the potential risks and ethical considerations of AI, such as bias, misinformation, and data privacy.
•Recognize the importance of human oversight and judgment in using AI effectively and ethically.