How to Get Into AI
Kickstart your AI career by mastering essential technical skills. Learn how AI can grow your professional opportunities.
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How it works
How to Get Into AI
Master the fundamentals of artificial intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries and reshaping our world. This comprehensive course from the University of Leeds will guide you through foundational concepts and practical applications of AI, preparing you for a career in this dynamic field.
Over two weeks, you’ll explore AI’s history, current applications, and future impact, learning how to leverage this technology responsibly and effectively.
Explore the foundations of AI, from language models
Begin your AI journey with a deep dive into the history of artificial intelligence. Learn about significant milestones and advancements in AI, including the development of large language models like ChatGPT.
You’ll also discover how AI is used across various industries from healthcare to finance—and get hands-on experience with AI tools that are shaping the future.
Grasp the ethics of developing and using AI
A crucial part of working with AI in any capacity is understanding its ethical, legal, and social challenges. You’ll explore how to use this technology responsibly, and the importance of considering bias, privacy, and regulatory issues in AI applications.
Gain practical skills and insights for the workplace
A key focus will be on the transferable skills necessary for thriving alongside AI. You’ll bolster your skills in data analysis, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making.
Learn from experts at the University of Leeds
Guided by experts from the University of Leeds, this course offers a unique blend of academic insight and practical experience. By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to embark on a career in AI, armed with the knowledge and skills to navigate this rapidly evolving field.
Syllabus
Week 1
What is artificial intelligence?
Welcome to How to Get Into AI
Discover AI’s impact on careers and the skills needed for AI roles. This activity explores AI fundamentals, its workplace applications, and advanced AI professions.
What is AI, and how is it used?
Explore AI’s evolution from the 1940s till date. This activity covers AI history, modern applications, and Large Language Models that have revolutionized workplaces. Learn effective prompt-writing for optimal use of the tool.
The ethics of AI
Using AI like ChatGPT for code or work presentations As AI evolves, it raises ethical questions about ownership and creation. In this activity, you'll be thinking about the ethics of using AI.
Week 2
Understanding artificial intelligence in the workplace
Working with artificial intelligence
Learn how AI enhances workplace productivity and uniformity. Featuring case studies on diverse roles: from AI-assisted copywriting to software development, and automated factory operations.
Skills needed for a career with artificial Intelligence
Unlock AI career skills: importance, application, mastery secrets, and showcasing tips for landing your dream AI job. Start with key transferable skills for AI success.
Course summary and test
Reflect on AI’s basics, its role in various sectors, and its future influence on your career. As a next step, take the end of course assignment.
When would you like to start?
Start straight away and join a global classroom of learners. If the course hasn’t started yet you’ll see the future date listed below.
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Learning on this course
On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Explain what AI is.
- Describe the history of artificial intelligence.
- Discuss some of the ethical implications of artificial intelligence.
- Describe the skills are needed for a career working with artificial intelligence.
- Produce a personal plan to acquire those skills.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for those looking to enhance their digital skills and explore a career in AI. It’s ideal for anyone seeking an introduction to AI to plan their career path or for professionals aiming to switch to the tech industry.
Who will you learn with?
I am currently an Associate professor in the School of Computer Science, University of Leeds. Graduating with a PhD in theoretical computer science I am focused on computer science pedagogies.
Who developed the course?
University of Leeds
As one of the UK’s largest research-based universities, the University of Leeds is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and a centre of excellence for teaching.
Click Start
This course is part of Click Start, a nationwide training programme developed by the Institute of Coding (IoC) , a national collaboration of universities, employers and charities and funded by Nominet – the public benefit company and guardians of the .UK namespace.
Institute of Coding
The Institute of Coding (IoC) is a national collaboration of employers, universities, and charities, on a mission to provide people from all walks of life with access to digital learning and career opportunities.
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