AI FUNDAMENTALS
CERTIFICATION: AZURE AI FUNDAMENTALS
$250
4 weeks
Monday -Thursday
Includes one test voucher for the Azure AI Fundamentals certifcation and course materials.
Retail Value: $3,500
Scholarship funding helps make this opportunity available to eligible Mid-South residents for $250.
POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITES
AI Fundamentals is not a standalone career track—it’s a skill multiplier. It enhances your ability to apply technology across roles and makes you more competitive in a wide range of careers where AI is increasingly embedded.
Graduates can apply these skills in roles such as:
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IT Support Specialist (AI-enabled environments)
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Data Analyst / Junior Data Analyst
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Business Analyst
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Help Desk or Systems Support roles working with cloud tools
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Entry-level roles supporting AI or automation initiatives
For those continuing in a technical pathway, AI Fundamentals also serves as a stepping stone toward more advanced roles in:
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Data Analytics
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Cloud Computing
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AI Engineering and Automation
Why It Matters
Artificial intelligence is no longer a niche skill—it’s becoming a core part of how work gets done across industries. AI Fundamentals helps you understand not just what AI is, but how it’s used, giving you the ability to contribute in environments where these tools are already shaping decision-making and operations.
At Tech901, we focus on building practical technology skills that translate into career opportunity. AI Fundamentals is designed to help you take that next step.
COURSE SUMMARY
Prerequisite: PCEP™
AI Fundamentals at Tech901 introduces students to the core concepts, technologies, and applications shaping today's artificial intelligence landscape. Building upon the programming and problem-solving skills developed through Code 1.0, this course prepares students for the Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certification while providing a practical understanding of how organizations are using AI to solve real-world challenges.
Through instructor-led lessons and hands-on labs, students explore machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, generative AI, and responsible AI practices.
Students gain experience working with Microsoft Azure AI services while learning how artificial intelligence is applied across industries to improve decision-making, automate processes, and enhance customer experiences.
The course covers essential AI concepts including machine learning models, large language models, computer vision, conversational AI, generative AI applications, cloud-based AI services, and ethical considerations surrounding artificial intelligence. Through practical exercises and real-world use cases, students develop the foundational knowledge needed to understand, evaluate, and communicate about AI technologies in professional environments.
By the end of AI Fundamentals, students will be prepared to pursue the Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certification. The knowledge gained through this course provides a foundation for advanced study in AI Engineering and helps students understand how artificial intelligence is transforming business, technology, and the future of work.
Ryan B.
IT Technician
Tech901 alum Ryan Burrell, 33, works as an IT Technician. As part of the Autozone Desktop Configuration Team, Ryan's job is to setup, build, configure, and maintain computers for employees company-wide.
