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Professional Certificate in Artificial Intelligence • Level 01 – Foundation Certificates

Quick Info

Duration

3 Months

Mode

online

Commencement

2026-03-23

Time / Slot

Saturday, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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Remaining Time

Program Overview

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming an integral part of modern industries including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and beyond. By learning AI at an early stage, students can develop future-ready skills that are highly relevant to emerging job opportunities and long-term career growth. This programme provides a strong foundation in AI concepts, tools, and real-world applications.

Certificate

Included
Certificate

Who this is for

  • Students who have completed secondary education
  • Students preparing for higher education and recent graduates
  • Professionals seeking career development in Artificial Intelligence
  • Research students
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners
  • AI enthusiasts and hobbyists

How to apply

pdu@iit.ac.lk

Next / Start

2026-03-23

Time

Saturday, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Foundations of AI & Data

  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • Understanding Data Types
  • Big Data and Cloud Computing
  • Python Programming
  • Data Sources and Data Preprocessing
  • Statistical Analysis and Data Visualization

Machine Learning & Mathematics

  • Supervised Machine Learning
  • Unsupervised Machine Learning
  • Probability Fundamentals
  • Conditional Probability
  • Hypothesis Testing
  • Introduction to Linear Algebra

Deep Learning & Computer Vision

  • Neural Networks
  • Image Processing
  • Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN)

Natural Language Processing & Generative AI

  • Tokenization, Named Entity Recognition (NER), and Sentiment Analysis
  • Advanced NLP: RNN and LSTM
  • Exploring Generative Models
  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
  • Advanced Large Language Model (LLM) Concepts and Applications

Ethics & Responsible AI

  • Ethics, Biases, and Responsible AI Development

Practical Classroom Activities

  • Building a Basic Q&A Chatbot
  • Building a RAG-based Q&A Bot
  • Building a Generative AI Agent
Program Overview

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming an integral part of modern industries including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and beyond. By learning AI at an early stage, students can develop future-ready skills that are highly relevant to emerging job opportunities and long-term career growth. This programme provides a strong foundation in AI concepts, tools, and real-world applications.

Certificate

Included
Certificate

Who this is for

  • Students who have completed secondary education
  • Students preparing for higher education and recent graduates
  • Professionals seeking career development in Artificial Intelligence
  • Research students
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners
  • AI enthusiasts and hobbyists

How to apply

pdu@iit.ac.lk

+94 77 056 6577

Next Start

2026-03-23

Time

Saturday, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Foundations of AI & Data

  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • Understanding Data Types
  • Big Data and Cloud Computing
  • Python Programming
  • Data Sources and Data Preprocessing
  • Statistical Analysis and Data Visualization

Machine Learning & Mathematics

  • Supervised Machine Learning
  • Unsupervised Machine Learning
  • Probability Fundamentals
  • Conditional Probability
  • Hypothesis Testing
  • Introduction to Linear Algebra

Deep Learning & Computer Vision

  • Neural Networks
  • Image Processing
  • Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN)

Natural Language Processing & Generative AI

  • Tokenization, Named Entity Recognition (NER), and Sentiment Analysis
  • Advanced NLP: RNN and LSTM
  • Exploring Generative Models
  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
  • Advanced Large Language Model (LLM) Concepts and Applications

Ethics & Responsible AI

  • Ethics, Biases, and Responsible AI Development

Practical Classroom Activities

  • Building a Basic Q&A Chatbot
  • Building a RAG-based Q&A Bot
  • Building a Generative AI Agent
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Testimonials

What learners say.

"The deep dive into machine learning algorithms was exactly what I needed. The curriculum is perfectly balanced between theoretical math and actual implementation using Python libraries."

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Sarah Chen

Software Engineer

"As someone moving from traditional analytics to AI, this course was a game-changer. The sections on neural networks and data preprocessing simplified very complex topics effortlessly."

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Marcus Thorne

Data Analyst

"I finally feel confident discussing AI integration with my dev team. This course doesn't just teach code; it teaches the strategic value and ethical considerations of AI in business."

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Elena Rodriguez

Product Manager

"The mentorship and community support are unmatched. Whenever I got stuck on a PyTorch project, the forums and instructor feedback helped me find the solution within hours."

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David Kim

Computer Science Student

"I took this to understand Generative AI for design workflows. The hands-on labs for Large Language Models were incredible and gave me a massive competitive edge in my field."

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Amina Okafor

UX Designer

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this programme and how it can help you achieve your goals.

Yes, the course includes hands-on experience to help you apply concepts in real-world scenarios.

You can explore roles in AI, data analysis, technology development, and other related fields.

This programme focuses on practical learning and interdisciplinary knowledge, helping you build real-world skills.

Yes, you will receive a Professional Certificate in Artificial Intelligence upon successful completion.