Artificial Intelligence
Understand and apply AI tools to work, create and build smarter solutions.
Course overview
AI is reshaping every industry. This practical course explains how AI works and teaches you to use it: from prompting and automation to building simple machine learning models, always with an African context and responsible use in mind.
Every module combines short theory sessions with hands-on practice, so you finish with real projects and a portfolio, not just notes. Entry requirements: Basic computer skills. No maths or coding background required.
Course outline
6 modules over 8 weeks. Select a module to see what you will cover.
History, machine learning, deep learning and generative AI explained simply.
Writing effective prompts for text, images and research.
Automating reports, customer replies, marketing and study.
Python basics and working with data.
Training, testing and evaluating simple models.
Bias, privacy, misinformation and building an AI-powered project.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Use AI tools effectively and responsibly
- Automate everyday business tasks
- Build simple machine learning models
- Understand AI limits and risks
- Create an AI-assisted project or business idea
What you can become
Graduates of this course go on to roles and businesses such as:
Tools and skills you will use
Study options
Choose the schedule that suits you. New students start on the 1st of every month.
- Morning Session
- Evening Session
- Weekend Session
- Monday – Wednesday
- Wednesday – Friday
- E-Learning
What is included
- Practical and materials fee: free
- Certificate and graduation: free
- Computer lab, library and internet: free
- School bag: free
- Access to membership programs
- Career and employability guidance
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