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AI Fundamentals for Professionals

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This introductory course empowers environmental professionals to leverage the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence, AI, to enhance their work and drive sustainable outcomes. Moving beyond the hype, this course focuses on practical applications, demonstrating how AI can augment human capabilities rather than replace them.

 

Participants will gain a foundational understanding of AI concepts and explore real-world examples of how AI can augment their productivity and optimize their time management. Through hands-on exercises and case studies, you will learn to identify key opportunities for AI in your daily workflows, select appropriate AI tools for specific tasks, and master the art of writing effective prompts to get the most out of publicly available AI applications. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to confidently navigate the evolving landscape of AI in environmental science, fostering innovation and efficiency in your professional endeavors.

 

Intended audience

Professionals who want to understand the fundamentals of AI.

Course Topics

AI fundamentals and concepts

Course Materials

Attendees will recieve current reference material.

What to bring

You need an internet connected device with the latest version of Zoom. The ability to take notes will be useful.

Upcoming Course Sessions Format Session Schedule Location
AI-101 June 30, 2026 Online: Live Webinar June 30, 2026 8:00am - 12:00pm PDT
AI-101 September 22, 2026 Online: Live Webinar September 22, 2026 8:00am - 12:00pm PDT
AI-101 December 1, 2026 Online: Live Webinar December 1, 2026 8:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Cancellations

  • With 31 or more days notice, we will offer a 100% refund or credit towards a future course. The credit is good for one year and may be applied to any course.
  • With 30–8 days notice, we will offer a course credit towards a future course. The credit is good for one year and may be applied to any course.
  • With fewer than 8 days notice, there is no course credit available.

Please note that attendee replacement is welcome at any time.