Fundamentals of AI

This introductory course demystifies artificial intelligence by explaining what it is and how it works. You’ll gain a fundamental understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) and familiarize yourself with various AI tools. Learn how AI tools are commonly applied, as well as their strengths and limitations. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this course serves as a solid foundation for subsequent, more interactive coursework.

In this course learners will…

• Define and explain what an LLM is and how it works.
• Identify commonplace AI tools and their general uses, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Draft AI prompts as a starting point to elicit effective AI responses.
• Describe how AI tools can benefit the speed and depth of work products.

Learners may earn a digital badge at the completion of this course.

This is a self-paced course that will be available for access as soon as you register. You have up to one year from your registration date to complete the course. It is designed to take the average learner 3-4 hours to complete.

You will automatically receive instructions for setting up your account after you register. Once your login information is set up, please access the course at http://canvas.wisc.edu.