AI Apprentice to AI Architect

Course fee

Cost: R3 960.00

Deposit: R990.00

Monthly instalments: R990.00 x 3

Duration: You will have Skillsoft access to this course for 12 months. The average time required to work through the syllabus is:

• 39 courses (28h)
• Optional additional resources are available to enhance your learning in your own time.

About the course

Course code: C01040

Course overview:

• Track 1: AI Apprentice
• Track 2: AI Developer
• Track 3: AI Practitioner
• Track 4: AI Architect

What are Aspire Journeys?

Aspire Journeys are guided learning paths designed and published by Skillsoft. These courses provide:

• A clear starting point across the roles and responsibilities of tomorrow.
• Exercises for on-the-job applications to put what you’ve learned into practice.
• Verifiable, shareable, and portable digital badges so you can celebrate accomplishments along the way.
• A diverse array of learning tools from the books to audiobooks to video courses, and more.

The learning path for each journey comprises tracks of content in a recommended order. Completing all content within a track completes the track. Completing all tracks within the journey completes the journey.

Modules and topics covered:

Track 1: AI Apprentice

• Artificial Intelligence: Basic AI Theory
• Artificial Intelligence: Types of Artificial Intelligence
• Artificial Intelligence: Human-computer Interaction Overview
• Artificial Intelligence: Human-computer Interaction Methodologies
• Python AI Development: Introduction
• Python AI Development: Practice
• Computer Vision: Introduction
• Computer Vision: AI & Computer VisionCognitive Models: Overview of Cognitive Models
• Cognitive Models: Approaches to Cognitive Learning
• Final Exam: AI Apprentice

Track 2: AI Developer

• AI Framework Overview: AI Developer Role
• AI Framework Overview: Development Frameworks
• Working With Microsoft Cognitive Toolkit (CNTK)
• Keras – a Neural Network Framework
• Introducing Apache Spark for AI Development
• Implementing AI With Amazon ML
• Implementing AI Using Cognitive Modeling
• Applying AI to Robotics
• Working with Google BERT: Elements of BERT
• Final Exam: AI Developer

Track 3: AI Practitioner

• The AI Practitioner: Role & Responsibilities
• The AI Practitioner: Optimising AI Solutions
• The AI Practitioner: Tuning AI Solutions
• Advanced Functionality of Microsoft Cognitive Toolkit (CNTK)
• Working With the Keras Framework
• Using Apache Spark for AI Development
• Extending Amazon Machine Learning
• Using Intelligent Information Systems in AI
• Final Exam: AI Practitioner

Track 4: AI Architect

• Elements of an Artificial Intelligence Architect
• AI Enterprise Planning
• AI in Industry
• Leveraging Reusable AI Architecture Patterns
• Evaluating Current and Future AI Technologies and Frameworks
• Explainable AI
• Final Exam: AI Architect

Admission requirements

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites, but it is recommended that candidates have some experience in the lab or field.

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Intermediate

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Accreditation status

Course type: Short course

Industry partner: Skillsoft

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: College SA

Assessment details

Each track concludes with a final internal exam that will test your knowledge and application of the topics presented throughout that specific track. There are no external certification exams for this course.

What to expect

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, and mentoring. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.