Applied AI Essentials

Certificate in Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs)

Certificate in Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs)

Certificate in Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs)

Explore the inner workings of transformative AI systems like ChatGPT and Gemini. Learn to design, fine-tune, and apply Large Language Models responsibly to solve real-world problems across industries.

Course Details

This 50-hour applied certificate provides a deep, structured understanding of Large Language Models—the core technology behind generative AI. The curriculum begins with foundational NLP and transformer concepts, then progresses through model training, fine-tuning, and prompt optimization. Participants engage in live coding demonstrations, guided projects, and interactive discussions on bias, governance, and multimodality. By the end of the course, learners will confidently evaluate, customize, and deploy LLMs for organizational and research use cases.

Why This Program

Understand how LLMs like GPT-4, Claude, and Gemini process language, context, and reasoning.
Gain hands-on experience in prompt design, model fine-tuning, and LLM application development.
Translate theory into practical solutions using frameworks like Hugging Face Transformers, LangChain, and AutoGen.
Master responsible deployment, interpretability, and data governance frameworks.

Learning Path

Module 1: Introduction to Large Language Models

Module 1: Introduction to Large Language Models

Module 1: Introduction to Large Language Models

Module 2: Inside the Transformer Architecture

Module 2: Inside the Transformer Architecture

Module 2: Inside the Transformer Architecture

Module 3: Training and Fine-Tuning LLMs

Module 3: Training and Fine-Tuning LLMs

Module 3: Training and Fine-Tuning LLMs

Module 4: Prompt Engineering and Context Optimization

Module 4: Prompt Engineering and Context Optimization

Module 4: Prompt Engineering and Context Optimization

Module 5: Evaluation and Benchmarking

Module 5: Evaluation and Benchmarking

Module 5: Evaluation and Benchmarking

Module 6: Building LLM-Powered Applications

Module 6: Building LLM-Powered Applications

Module 6: Building LLM-Powered Applications

Module 7: Ethics, Security, and Governance

Module 7: Ethics, Security, and Governance

Module 7: Ethics, Security, and Governance

Module 8: Future of LLMs and Multimodality

Module 8: Future of LLMs and Multimodality

Module 8: Future of LLMs and Multimodality

Career Outcomes

AI Engineer / LLM Developer

NLP Research Associate
Applied AI Consultant
Generative AI Product Specialist
Machine Learning Solutions Architect

Certificate

Earn a Professional Certificate in AI for Audit & Compliance

Program Quick Facts

Total Learning Hours: ~50 hours

Format: Live online classes + self-paced content + hands-on projects

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