Artificial Intelligence (AI Basics) – Syllabus

Artificial Intelligence (AI Basics)

Course Syllabus Overview

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Module 1: Introduction to AI & Its Applications
Definition of Artificial Intelligence, history and evolution, real-world applications (healthcare, education, business, automation), AI vs ML vs Deep Learning, scope and future of AI-driven technologies.
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Module 2: Machine Learning Concepts for Beginners
Supervised and unsupervised learning, datasets and features, model training basics, data preprocessing, classification and clustering overview, introduction to ML workflows without programming.
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Module 3: Neural Networks & Deep Learning Concepts
Understanding neurons, layers, weights & activation functions, forward and backward propagation (conceptual view), types of neural networks, where and how deep learning is used in modern applications.
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Module 4: Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Text data basics, tokenization, stemming/lemmatization, sentiment analysis, chatbots introduction, translation tools, speech-to-text and text-to-speech fundamentals, modern NLP applications (ChatGPT, assistants).
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Module 5: AI Tools, Automation & Practical Use Cases
Using AI-powered tools for writing, design, automation and productivity; ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, AI image generators, AI video tools, automated workflows, real-life automation examples for business and daily tasks.
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Module 6: Ethics, Risks & Future of AI
Responsible AI practices, bias in AI, data privacy, AI regulations, job automation risks, future opportunities, emerging AI fields, and safe usage guidelines for AI tools and technologies.
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Module 7: Mini Project / Practical Assessment
Hands-on use of AI tools to build small tasks such as chatbot interaction, sentiment analysis using online tools, AI-generated presentations, or a mini documentation project showcasing AI capabilities.