SW New Mexico News

New Mexico State University Global Campus is introducing a new online course titled "AI for Beginners" this month, developed in partnership with RealmIQ. This course aims to provide individuals without a technical background an opportunity to explore artificial intelligence (AI), which is increasingly influencing industries globally.

For a limited period, students can enroll at a discounted rate of $100 using the code P27CT during checkout. The course is designed to help professionals future-proof their careers by gaining essential knowledge about AI's role in various sectors.

The curriculum offers insights into AI's history, key technologies like GPTs and neural networks, and discusses ethical implications. Orion Ohev, a mentor with RealmIQ and the course instructor, highlighted the importance of accessible AI education: “As AI transforms the future of work, it’s crucial that individuals at all skill levels, and at all levels of an organization, understand how to harness its potential. This course is designed to demystify AI, empower learners to use it without fear, and set them up for success in this new era of rapid change that AI is creating,” Ohev said.

Andrew Sedillo, director of microcredentials instructional design at NMSU Global Campus, stated: “We believe AI literacy is essential for today’s workforce, and this course is an excellent steppingstone for those curious about AI. Our goal at NMSU Global is to make high-quality, relevant education accessible to all, and 'AI for Beginners' exemplifies that mission.”

NMSU Global Campus and RealmIQ are also working on advanced AI courses aimed at helping learners deepen their expertise across industries. The regular price for the "AI for Beginners" course is $300.

Interested participants can sign up by visiting global.nmsu.edu/microlearning. NMSU Global Campus provides various online degree programs and microlearning courses tailored for working professionals and lifelong learners.