Duration: 14 Hours

Level: Beginner


Overview

AI Foundations - (AI-01) is a beginner level pathway curated specifically for learning entry level AI concepts. All courses are self-paced and will qualify you for a Credly credential upon completion!


Courses

1. AI Literacy (IBM) - 4hr

What you’ll learn

After completing AI Literacy, you should be able to:

Audience: AI Literacy is a foundational course and is for anyone curious about the technologies shaping today’s digital world.

The knowledge and skills in these modules build on each other, so IBM SkillsBuild recommends that you complete the modules in the order in which they are presented.


2. Getting Started with Generative AI (IBM) - 4hr

Overview

Are you interested in learning about generative artificial intelligence? In Foundations in Generative AI, you’ll be introduced to foundational concepts of generative AI, focusing on how machines create content such as text and images.

You’ll gain a basic understanding of generative AI through examples and clear explanations. In Ethical Considerations for Generative AI, you’ll explore the ethics of generative AI, including transparency, accountability, and fairness. You explore risks in inputs and outputs of generative AI. You’ll learn about the IBM AI Risk Atlas as a resource for understanding potential impacts. A Large Language Model (LLM) is a type of AI model designed to understand and generate human-like language. LLMs are a foundational technology behind many generative AI applications. In Introduction to Large Language Models————-, you’ll explore how to apply large language models in practical scenarios such as customer service and content creation, with a focus on guiding IBM Granite models effectively.


3. Introduction to Modern AI (Cisco) - 6hr

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Overview

If you are new to AI and ready to give it a try, look no further! Introduction to Modern AI is a beginner-friendly course designed to help you learn key AI concepts and get hands-on practice with AI-enabled apps.

You will start with an overview of AI. Then you'll explore computer vision using a photo app and machine translation with an online translation tool. Finally, take a deep-dive into chatbots–full of tips for writing better prompts and hands-on practice with 10+ popular chatbots and AI tools, including ChatGPT, Meta AI, Gemini, Google Translate, Claude, Hugging Chat, NotebookLM and more.


Whats next?

After completing this track, head to our Intermediate course to continue learning!

AI Intermediate (AI-02)