Understanding how humans and machines collaborate is essential in today’s artificial intelligence-driven world.
U.S. Department of Defense personnel must possess at least basic knowledge of human-machine collaboration can advance intelligence gathering, operational decision making and mission execution.
This self-paced, online course will provide core understanding on designing AI systems that enhance human capabilities while ensuring proper oversight and trust in machine-assisted decisions.
You will explore human-machine teaming, focusing on how user experience and interface design impact decision making and efficiency. We will examine real-world examples to understand how humans and AI can work together more effectively and also the challenges and risks of these interactions.
You will also learn how AI-powered interfaces influence workflows, how to balance automation with human control and how emerging technologies are shaping defense operations. By the end of this course, learners will be equipped with the fundamental knowledge to help you navigate the evolving landscape of human-machine interaction in high-stakes environments.
What You Will Learn
- Describe the concept of human-machine teaming and its role in optimizing decision making in various operational contexts
- Identify key differences between human and machine capabilities—highlighting their strengths and limitations in decision-making
- Explain how interface design influences effective collaboration between humans and AI-driven systems
This online course is aligned with DoD strategies.
Who Should Take This Online Course
This online course is perfect for any DoD, Intelligence Community agency or government contractor company professional interested in developing their AI knowledge and skills.
Prerequisites
None. However, prior completion of the FedLearn course, Introduction to AI/Machine Learning Concepts & Terminology (AIDATA109), is recommended.
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 $9.99 (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.
