Artificial Intelligence, Boot Camp
Program Overview
About the Artificial Intelligence Boot Camp
The AI Boot Camp at UNC Charlotte is an intensive, hands-on training program designed to immerse students in the world of AI and machine learning (ML). Throughout this program, you’ll explore key concepts related to AI and ML, including neural networks, natural language processing, and reinforcement learning. You’ll work with real-world data sets and use leading AI frameworks to build your own models. By the end of the boot camp, you’ll have a strong foundation in AI principles, an artificial intelligence certificate, and a portfolio of projects to showcase your new skills.
This boot camp, offered in partnership with edX, is made available through a unique consortium delivery model to provide skills-based learning to participants across North Carolina and beyond. Participants will be taught by a university-approved instructor, while learning alongside students from other consortium-participating universities and institutions. Upon meeting the completion requirements, participants will be issued a non-credit Certificate of Completion in AI from UNC Charlotte School of Professional Studies.
Curriculum
The AI Boot Camp at UNC Charlotte prepares students to apply advanced AI techniques in real-world scenarios. Over 24 weeks, you’ll explore advanced algorithms and models, gaining the expertise you need to thrive in the global AI landscape. The curriculum goes beyond theory and emphasizes hands-on learning through applied projects that tackle actual business problems. You won’t just gain technical knowledge but also develop your soft skills during the program, becoming more adept at critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication as you progress.
And the best part? Once you complete your AI boot camp online, you’ll be able to add an artificial intelligence certificate to your resume.
Who Should Apply?
- You’re a developer who wants to understand the world of AI and gain hands-on experience navigating ultramodern algorithms.
- You’re an entrepreneur envisioning AI-powered solutions who’d like to understand what’s under the hood of the technology you want to invest in.
- You’re a student or recent graduate eager to enhance your marketability by adding practical, in-demand AI skills to your resume.
- You’re a data analyst who wants to delve deeper into predictive analytics and statistical machine learning to uncover insights from big data.
- You’re an executive or manager striving to lead your team effectively in the AI era by deeply exploring its capabilities and limitations in your industry.
- You’re a tech enthusiast passionate about the future of AI and looking to be part of the innovation wave.You’re a developer who wants to understand the world of AI and gain hands-on experience navigating ultramodern algorithms.
FAQ
What is Artificial Intelligence?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a revolutionary technology that simulates human intelligence processes through machines, especially computer systems. It leverages complex algorithms and computational power to perform tasks such as data analysis, pattern recognition, decision-making and response automation to make our lives easier and more efficient.
What AI Skills Will You Learn?
During the AI boot camp, which consists of 24 modules, you’ll delve into the technologies and frameworks you need to develop AI solutions. Some of the skills and topics you’ll explore include:
- Machine learning
- Python
- Algorithms
- Deep learning
- TensorFlow
- Agile
- Data science
- Natural language processing
What Types of Jobs Exist in AI?
After completing the artificial intelligence boot camp, you’ll have the foundational skills to apply to the following roles:
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Artificial Intelligence Researcher
- Natural Language Processing Engineer
- Computer Vision Engineer
- Robotics Engineer
- AI Consultant
- Business Intelligence Analyst