Program FAQs

• What is applied generative AI?

  Applied generative AI uses artificial intelligence tools and techniques to solve complex problems, eliminate human error, and automate processes in various applications. It leverages GenAI's ability to analyze data, create new content, and apply it to real-world challenges in different fields, like designing new materials, generating realistic simulations, or even personalizing products. This applied AI course helps learners understand the practical uses of this powerful technology. 

• Is there any career support offered to the participants?

  Yes, the Applied Generative AI Specialization course offers career support for US-based learners, including career guidance from industry specialists, resume assistance, and mock interview sessions to help you prepare. 

• Why choose an applied generative AI course?

  There is no doubt that AI is disrupting the world. Being on the cutting edge of this emerging and innovative technology will help you stand out in various fields. The GenAI market size is expected to be US$356 billion by 2030, meaning there will be many job opportunities in the field. Gaining skills through an applied AI course can put you at the forefront of this trend.

• What does an AI professional do?

  AI professionals develop, design, and implement AI systems and applications for various purposes. They collect, analyze, and draw insights from large data sets and leverage GenAI tools to automate processes to help organizations focus on more strategic goals. As generative AI rapidly evolves, many more applications will emerge. By getting ahead of the curve through applied generative AI training, you can gain the skills and knowledge to drive AI-powered transformation, ensure its ethical use, and more.

• Who are instructors and advisors for this applied generative AI course, and how were they selected?

  Our highly qualified instructors are industry experts with years of relevant experience. Each has gone through a rigorous selection process that includes profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo before they are certified to train for us. Purdue University faculty and staff conduct masterclasses. Program advisors include Armando Galeana, Founder and CEO of Ubhuru Technologies, and Amitendra Srivastava, Chief Data Scientist at Intelytica.

• How do I enroll in the applied generative AI course?

  To apply for this applied AI course, fill out this application online with a brief statement explaining why you want to take the course. If selected, you will get an offer via email. You can accept the admission offer by paying the course fee.

• What career pathways are available after completing the applied AI course?

  After gaining the latest knowledge and skills in this generative AI program, you can pursue several job roles, depending on your prior experience and personal interests. These include (but aren’t limited to):

  • AI Prompt Engineer

  • AI Maintenance Engineer

  • AI Trainer

  • AI Compliance Manager

  • AI Ethicist

• Do I need to be a Purdue student to apply to this applied artificial intelligence course?

  No. This program is open to anybody who meets the eligibility requirements.

• What are the advantages generative AI offers when applied in software development?

  Software developers were some of the first adopters of generative AI because it effectively automates mundane tasks. GenAI helps software engineers and developers in many ways, including:

  • Generating code and improving code quality

  • Identifying and fixing bugs

  • Generating documentation 

  • Increasing productivity

  • Identifying and thwarting security risks

  This applied generative AI course will help software developers learn how to streamline their processes in new ways.

• What does applied generative AI course by Simplilearn in collaboration with Purdue University cover?

  This GenAI course covers the latest knowledge and skills to help professionals leverage artificial intelligence for organizational transformation.

  • Generative AI models and architectures, such as variational autoencoders (VAEs) and generative adversarial networks (GANs)

  • LLM benchmarking

  • Stable diffusion and denoising techniques

  • Contrastive learning techniques

  • Generative AI governance

  • Ethical principles in AI

  • Regulatory landscape

  • Future trends in AI

• Are Simplilearn’s courses eligible for reimbursement by my employer?

  Yes, Simplilearn’s Applied Generative AI Specialization, offered in collaboration with Purdue University, is eligible for employer reimbursement. We'd recommend confirming the specific terms of educational benefits or tuition assistance programs with your HR department or employer. Purdue University also accepts tuition vouchers, which can streamline reimbursement.