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Using the intelligence of a laptop to interact with artificial intelligence.

Harness the power and efficiency of AI

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, understanding and leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) is crucial for enhancing professional and personal productivity. Gain a foundational understanding of AI, a technology that is shaping our world, including key concepts, techniques, and the current state of AI technology. This 12-hour course will equip you with essential knowledge and practical skills in AI technologies. Explore AI's capabilities and limitations by selecting and implementing AI tools to streamline various tasks.


Topics

  • Fundamental principles, capabilities and limitations of Artificial Intelligence
  • AI tools and technologies for automating professional, personal and routine tasks
  • Ethical, privacy, and security considerations when employing AI tools
  • Effective prompts to interact with AI systems for specific outcomes

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Type
Online
Dates
Sep 14, 2026 to Oct 09, 2026
Schedule
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Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $625.00
Western Employee $625.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

You can expect to spend approximately four hours of work per week on course requirements.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course.

September 16 - 7:00 pm - 8:30pm ET
September 23 - 7:00 pm - 8:30pm ET
September 30 - 7:00 pm - 8:30pm ET
October 7 - 7:00 pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. You must attend at least three of the four scheduled live Zoom sessions.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Nov 16, 2026 to Dec 11, 2026
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $625.00
Western Employee $625.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

You can expect to spend approximately four hours of work per week on course requirements.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course.

November 17 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm ET
November 24 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm ET
December 1 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm ET
December 8 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. You must attend at least three of the four scheduled live Zoom sessions.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Feb 15, 2027 to Mar 12, 2027
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $625.00
Western Employee $625.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

You can expect to spend approximately four hours of work per week on course requirements.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course.

February 17 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
February 24 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
March 3 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
March 10 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. You must attend at least three of the four scheduled live Zoom sessions.

Textbook

No textbook required.

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