Instructors:
Gaia Gambarelli (IFAB Foundation), Eleonora Barelli (IFAB Foundation), Matteo Angelinelli (Cineca), Domitilla Brandoni (Cineca)
Target audience:
The course is intended for professionals, technicians, researchers, students, and anyone interested in:
- understanding how Artificial Intelligence models work;
- exploring the potential and limitations of generative AI;
- using the main AI tools in a conscious and practical way in their work activities.
No advanced technical skills are required.
Course Structure and Program
Total duration: 8 hours
Format: theoretical training + hands-on workshop
Cost: free of charge
The course is divided into two modules.
Module 1 – Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Duration: 4 hours
Learning Objectives
- Understand how Artificial Intelligence models work
- Understand the central role of data in the training process
- Develop a critical perspective on the potential and limitations of generative AI
Course Content
- Differences between “traditional” Artificial Intelligence and generative AI
- The importance of data in model training
- Potential and limitations of generative AI
- Overview of the main application areas
Learning Outcomes
- Knowledge of the mechanisms underlying AI
- Familiarity with the main generative AI tools
- Ability to assess opportunities and limitations of AI solutions
Module 2 – Workshop on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence
Duration: 4 hours
Learning Objectives
- Provide practical and effective training on the use of Large Language Models (LLMs) and generative AI applications to support and optimize professional activities.
Course Content
- How to interact with generative AI: prompting techniques and strategies
- Which tools to use and how to choose them
- Examples and practical exercises on integrating AI into business processes
- Guided reflections on the value of AI and key use cases
Registration
Participation is free of charge, subject to registration via the form.