BCS Artificial Intelligence (AI) Foundation Pathway

This accelerated BCS AI Foundation Pathway course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute For IT.

The BCS AI Foundation Pathway enables you to develop a solid understanding of this cutting-edge technology through efficient bite-size learning. The unique approach lets you select the learning that’s relevant to your own career or user journey, as and when you need it, and without having to sit a full certification.

You may be starting out in your AI career looking to build core knowledge, or you work in one of the many business areas impacted by AI - business analysis, software testing, agile, user experience to name just a few - and you need to grasp a better understanding. Maybe you’re a tech consumer simply interested in this exciting and innovative field. Whichever your perspective, the AI Foundation Pathway offers the ideal route for your AI education.

On this course you will learn the building blocks of AI and how to use your newfound understanding of Machine Learning. Throughout the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Foundation pathway course, demonstrations will be presented using standard open-source software and cloud services. You will explore AI and technological requirements to develop a machine learning portfolio and continue with self-study beyond the scope of this course.

You will learn about AI, Machine Learning and Neural Networks and be able to apply your knowledge to your current or future career. Our Artificial Intelligence (AI) Foundation training course builds upon the basic knowledge of AI. You will be taken from a basic understanding of AI to the creation of your own AI product. Organisational Benefits

The following are organisational benefits from taking our Artificial Intelligence (AI) Foundation training course:

• Having staff that are aware of the capabilities of AI and how it can contribute to organisational success
• Compete in an advanced technological future
• Use AI to increase efficiency and reduce costs Individual Benefits

The following are individual benefits from taking our Artificial Intelligence (AI) Foundation training course:

• Having an up-to-date understanding of AI
• Being able to identify opportunities to apply AI solutions
• Being able to position themselves to take advantage of increased technology

At the end of this course, you’ll achieve your BCS AI Foundation Pathway certification.

Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology you’ll certify at twice the speed of traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

40% faster

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Audience

The ideal audience for our Artificial Intelligence (AI) Foundation training course is comprised of individuals with an interest in (or need to implement) AI in an organisation.

Below is a list of roles who would benefit most from taking this course, though anyone interested in AI is welcome: Engineers; Scientists; Professional Research Managers; Chief Technical Officers; Chief Information Officers; Organisational Change Practitioners and Managers; Business Change Practitioners & Managers; Service Architects and Managers; Program & Planning Managers; Service Provider Portfolio Strategists & Leads; Process Architects & Managers; Business Strategists & Consultants; Web Developers

BCS AI Foundation Pathway

• Module 1: How AI can support your organisation
  • The Evolution of AI (10%)
  • Shape and Structure of Organisations (20%)
  • The role of AI in an organisation (30%)
  • Assessing the business environment (20%)
  • The art of the possible (20%)
• Module 2: Understanding Data in your organisation
  • Types of data and the Data lifecycle (20%)
  • Structured and unstructured data (10%)
  • Data architecture (30%)
  • Data analytics (20%)
  • Data quality and compliance (20%)
• Module 3: Understanding Ethical principles in the IT profession
  • The importance of ethics to society, business, and IT professionals (20%)
  • Ethical behaviour required by IT professionals (20%)
  • The role of corporate governance (10%)
  • Legislation (20%)
  • Ethical dilemmas and safeguards (40%)
• Module 4: AI and the Digital Ecosystem
  • Key components of AI (20%)
  • AI and the digital ecosystem (20%)
  • The relationship between AI and Data (30%)
  • The potential future of AI (30%)

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

BCS AI Foundation Pathway Module Exams:

• How AI can support your organisation Exam:
• Duration: 30 mins
• Exam Format: 18 Multiple Choice questions, 1 Scenario Based Question
• Passmark: 13/20 (65%)

• Understanding Data in your organisation Exam:
• Duration: 30 mins
• Exam Format: 18 Multiple Choice questions, 1 Scenario based question
• Passmark: 13/20 (65%)
• Understanding Ethical principles in the IT profession Exam:
• Duration: 30 mins
• Exam Format: 16 Multiple Choice questions, 2 Scenario Based Questions
• Passmark: 13/20 (65%)
• AI and the Digital Ecosystem Exam:
• Duration: 30 mins
• Exam Format: 16 Multiple Choice questions, 2 Scenario Based Questions
• Passmark: 13/20 (65%)

There are no prerequisites for attending this course.

Your accelerated course includes:

• Accommodation *
• Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
• On-site exams **
• Exam vouchers **
• Practice tests **
• Certification Guarantee ***
• Courseware
• Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
• 24-hour lab access
• Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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