About This AI Online Course
Large language models and generative artificial intelligence represent powerful tools in the AI toolset for the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community.
These transformative technology solutions have the power to enhance efficiency, accuracy and strategic capabilities an increasingly complex global environment.
Professionals in defense and intelligence need to possess foundational knowledge of LLMs and GenAI, like ChatGPT, to effectively leverage their capabilities for decision making, analysis and operations while mitigating risks, such as bias, misuse and adversarial exploitation.
This streamlined course explores the potential of LLMs and GenAI technologies. You will learn about the foundational principles of LLMs, their practical applications, and the opportunities they create for innovation. The course emphasizes the ethical considerations, limitations and strategic benefits of these groundbreaking AI systems.
You will watch a video (source: Naval Postgraduate School) and then participate in a virtual group activity to apply your new knowledge and take an short, graded quiz. After successfully completing all requirements, you can download a certificate of course completion.
What You Will Learn
- Identify key concepts, such as LLMs, generative neural networks, transformers, and reinforcement learning
- Describe the core components and functions of large language models and GenAI
- Analyze the strengths and limitations of GenAI when compared to discriminative AI
Who Should Take This Online Course
This online course is perfect for any DoD or Intelligence Community agency or government contractor company professionals who desires a greater understanding of the fundamentals of LLMS and GenAI fundamentals and the practical applications of these technology solutions.
Prerequisites
None. However, prior completion of the FedLearn course, Introduction to AI/Machine Learning Concepts & Terminology (AIDATA109), is strongly recommended.
In addition, enrolling in the FedLearn course, Insights on Large Language Model Engagement, is recommended after completing GENAI105.
Course Certificate
To achieve a course certificate of completion, you must score 80 percent or higher on graded lesson quizzes and a final exam.
Course Format
Self-paced, online training course
Course Pricing
Individual courses are $14.99 (per person).
Seat licenses to access the entire FedLearn AI and data science catalog are also available. Click here to learn more and purchase
If you are interested in learning about special team rates for Federal government and government contractor organizations, email [email protected]
Continuing Education Unit Credits
This course provides 1 CEU.
