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- AI ESSENTIALSOnline Campus
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Course Overview
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AI Essentials is a practical, hands-on course designed to help you confidently use ChatGPT and other AI tools to save time, improve the quality of your work, and spark new ideas. You’ll learn how to write prompts that consistently produce accurate, useful results—using role-setting, structured templates, and simple refinement techniques—while also building good habits around privacy, security, and responsible AI use.
As you progress, you’ll move beyond basic prompting to create shareable AI assistants for yourself, your team, or even customers—using tools like the GPT Builder and connecting knowledge sources such as PDFs and spreadsheets. You’ll also explore advanced strategies for minimizing hallucinations and bias, generating AI images, and choosing the right tools outside of ChatGPT to solve specific business problems without getting overwhelmed by “AI tool overload.”
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Instructor
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Dr. Alaa Alsarhan is the Director of Academic Analytics and Assessment at Utah Valley University (UVU). With a background in quantitative and qualitative analysis, advanced statistical, learning analytics and Large Language Models (LLMs), he has made significant contributions to the assessment field through his research. Dr. Alsarhan's groundbreaking research focuses on the impact of high-impact practices on students' outcomes, exploring how experiential learning shapes educational journeys. He has a patent for developing a cutting-edge tool to assess course engagement activities. Dr. Alsarhan frequently presents his findings at national and international conferences, contributing significantly to educational theory and practice.
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Available Courses
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Unlock the power of AI in your everyday life. This course is a practical, beginner-friendly course designed to help professionals unlock the power of artificial intelligence in the workplace. Learn how to get the most out of ChatGPT, build your own AI assistants, and discover specialized AI tools that can instantly solve business challenges. No technical background required—just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
COURSE FORMAT: This fully online course includes weekly Zoom sessions, with independent work required beforehand to ensure active, informed participation.
ZOOM SESSIONS: Thursdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm MT
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- AI PRODUCTIVITY BOOSTOnline Campus
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Course Overview
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Designed for professionals with a foundational understanding of AI, this course moves beyond theory to emphasize practical, high-impact application. Participants will work hands-on with tools like ChatGPT, Notion AI, and Zapier to build customized, AI-driven workflows that enhance productivity and streamline daily operations. From automating communications to refining time and financial management, learners will explore AI as a strategic partner in their work. Key areas of focus include AI foundations and workflow essentials, AI-enhanced scheduling and time management, workflow automation for daily tasks, and AI-driven budgeting and expense management.
Each module offers real-world use cases tailored to functional roles across administration, support, operations, and creative teams. Participants will learn to write effective prompts, match the right tools to their needs, and design intelligent systems that reduce task fatigue and improve decision-making. Whether optimizing your current role or preparing for a professional pivot, this course equips you with the confidence, mindset, and momentum to lead in a rapidly evolving digital workplace.
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Instructor
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Dr. Alaa Alsarhan is the Director of Academic Analytics and Assessment at Utah Valley University (UVU). With a background in quantitative and qualitative analysis, advanced statistical, learning analytics and Large Language Models (LLMs), he has made significant contributions to the assessment field through his research. Dr. Alsarhan's groundbreaking research focuses on the impact of high-impact practices on students' outcomes, exploring how experiential learning shapes educational journeys. He has a patent for developing a cutting-edge tool to assess course engagement activities. Dr. Alsarhan frequently presents his findings at national and international conferences, contributing significantly to educational theory and practice.
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Available Courses
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This guided, hands-on course helps you build real, transferable AI skills—fast. You’ll learn by doing: automating workflows, building smart budgets, optimizing your calendar, and redesigning the way you tackle everyday work. Whether you’re exploring new roles, launching a business, or simply trying to future-proof your skills, this course puts you on the road to becoming confident, capable, and ready for what’s next.
COURSE FORMAT: This fully online course includes weekly Zoom sessions, with independent work required beforehand to ensure active, informed participation.
ZOOM SESSIONS: Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm MT
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- AI PRODUCTIVITY BOOSTOnline Campus
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Course Overview
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Designed for professionals with a foundational understanding of AI, this course moves beyond theory to emphasize practical, high-impact application. Participants will work hands-on with tools like ChatGPT, Notion AI, and Zapier to build customized, AI-driven workflows that enhance productivity and streamline daily operations. From automating communications to refining time and financial management, learners will explore AI as a strategic partner in their work. Key areas of focus include AI foundations and workflow essentials, AI-enhanced scheduling and time management, workflow automation for daily tasks, and AI-driven budgeting and expense management.
Each module offers real-world use cases tailored to functional roles across administration, support, operations, and creative teams. Participants will learn to write effective prompts, match the right tools to their needs, and design intelligent systems that reduce task fatigue and improve decision-making. Whether optimizing your current role or preparing for a professional pivot, this course equips you with the confidence, mindset, and momentum to lead in a rapidly evolving digital workplace.
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Instructor
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Dr. Alaa Alsarhan is the Director of Academic Analytics and Assessment at Utah Valley University (UVU). With a background in quantitative and qualitative analysis, advanced statistical, learning analytics and Large Language Models (LLMs), he has made significant contributions to the assessment field through his research. Dr. Alsarhan's groundbreaking research focuses on the impact of high-impact practices on students' outcomes, exploring how experiential learning shapes educational journeys. He has a patent for developing a cutting-edge tool to assess course engagement activities. Dr. Alsarhan frequently presents his findings at national and international conferences, contributing significantly to educational theory and practice.
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Available Courses
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This guided, hands-on course helps you build real, transferable AI skills—fast. You’ll learn by doing: automating workflows, building smart budgets, optimizing your calendar, and redesigning the way you tackle everyday work. Whether you’re exploring new roles, launching a business, or simply trying to future-proof your skills, this course puts you on the road to becoming confident, capable, and ready for what’s next.
COURSE FORMAT: This fully online course includes weekly Zoom sessions, with independent work required beforehand to ensure active, informed participation.
ZOOM SESSIONS: Thursdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm MT
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