Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of our daily lives, it has many uses and implications. In this entry-level course, you will learn what AI is, how it works, and how to use it responsibly in your role. 

Performance Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Identify the basic concepts of AI.
• Explain what AI is and what it is not.
• Recognize the possibilities and implications of using AI in your work.
• Understand the principles of ethics and fairness in AI.
• Teach your computer to understand your preferences.
• Identify programs available to make AI work for you.
• Understand why data is important.
• Describe the evolution of AI and Data 
• Understand how AI, Machine Learning (ML), and deep learning fit together.
• Recognize that AI applications can make mistakes.
• Use standard pre-made models for object detection or natural language processing.

Requirements: You must have access and ability to use zoom for this course.

Intended Audience: Anyone using AI.

Sales Tax Notice: Effective October 1, 2025 
In accordance with Washington State law (ESSB 5814), sales tax will be applied to all training services. In addition to the course cost, sales tax will be calculated based on your agency's location and added to your final invoice after the class is completed.