A hands-on course exploring AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity for real-life tasks.
This hands-on class helps you understand the different AI helpers available today. We explore ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, and show what each one is good at. You'll learn how to use these tools for real-life tasks like writing emails, planning, research, creating ideas, data analysis, and organising information. By the end, you'll know which AI assistant suits you and how to use it confidently.
Prerequisite: You'll get the most from this course if you're comfortable with basic computer tasks like web browsing, creating accounts, copy-and-paste, and using email.
What to bring: A laptop is recommended so you have the option to use some of your own files during the exercises. If you don't have a laptop, there will be desktop computers in the classroom for you to use.
Expected learning outcomes:
- Understand the differences between the top AI assistants and what it is good at
- Know which assistant to use for what you need
- Use simple, clear prompts to get better results
- Try real tasks across different AI tools and compare the results
- Build a small “AI toolkit” that fits your daily needs
Price
- TEC-subsidised course fee for qualifying learners $45.00 incl. GST
- TEC-subsidised course fee for qualifying learners $45.00 incl. GST
- $85.00 incl. GST
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