Participants will learn about key AI algorithms and techniques, as well as their practical applications. This course is ideal for those looking to understand the fundamental principles of AI.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Training details
Location
Online
Date
22/12/2025
Target Audiance
Non-Technical
Teaching language(s)
English; Portuguese
Organizing institution
FCT-FCCN
Delivery mode
Online
Level
Introductory
Format
Self-paced Module
Industrial domains
other sectors
Topics / Keywords
AI basics, foundations of AI, core AI concepts, AI technologies
What You Will Learn
- Recognising AI’s basic concepts and history.
- Identifying the principles and techniques of AI learning.
- Describing natural language processing techniques.
- Discussing the ethical implications and the future of AI.
Agenda
Part 1 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
– Module 1: What is Artificial Intelligence?
– Module 2: Examples of AI in everyday life
Part 2 | AI Learning
– Module 3: How does AI learning work?
– Module 4: Types of learning in AI
– Module 5: Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks and Deep Learning
– Module 6: Practical examples
Part 3 | Natural Language Processing (NLP)
– Module 7: What is Natural Language Processing (NLP)?
– Module 8: Practical applications of NLP (examples)
Part 4 | Ethics and AI
– Module 9: Why is ethics important in AI? & Key ethical issues
– Module 10: Reflections about the future
Course Description
This course provides an overview of the fundamental concepts and applications of artificial intelligence (AI). Participants will learn about key algorithms and techniques in AI, along with their practical applications across various sectors. This course is ideal for those looking to understand the fundamental principles of AI and how it is shaping the world.
Certificate/badge details
<p>At the end of each module, in order to assess your progress, there will be a mandatory learning assessment, which will be worth 50% of the final grade.<br />
At the end of the course, there will be a Final Evaluation Test, worth 50% of the final grade.</p>
