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ICA Online Diploma in Artificial Intelligence (Level 4)

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ICA Online Diploma in Artificial Intelligence (Level 4)

Duration:

1 Semester Full-Time
(2 Semesters Part-Time)

Total Credits:

60

Programme Level:

04

Programme Overview

The ICA Online Diploma in Artificial Intelligence (Level 4) provides a practical introduction to artificial intelligence, Python programming, data fundamentals, and applied mathematics for AI. The programme is designed to help learners build foundational technical skills and understand how artificial intelligence technologies are used in real-world and business contexts.

Students will develop practical experience by creating Python programs, connecting to APIs, working with datasets, cleaning and preparing data, and applying essential mathematical concepts. Mathematics is taught with a practical, applied focus rather than a heavy theoretical approach.

Target Students
  • School leavers
  • IT beginners
  • Business professionals
  • Career changers
  • International students
  • Existing software developers wanting AI skills
Course Structure

The programme consists of four courses worth 15 credits each, for a total of 60 credits.

Course Content
Topics
  • History of AI
  • Types of AI
  • Narrow AI vs AGI
  • AI applications
  • AI in business
  • AI trends
  • AI careers
Learning Outcomes
  • Explain AI concepts
  • Identify AI technologies
  • Evaluate AI applications
Topics
  • Python basics
  • Variables
  • Loops
  • Functions
  • Object-oriented programming
  • File handling
  • APIs
  • Virtual environments
Practical
  • Build Python programs
  • Connect APIs
  • Read datasets
Topics
  • Databases
  • SQL
  • CSV
  • Excel
  • Data cleaning
  • Pandas
  • NumPy
  • Data visualisation
Practical
  • Import datasets
  • Clean data
  • Prepare AI datasets
Topics
  • Statistics
  • Probability
  • Linear algebra
  • Graphs
  • Matrix basics
  • Correlation
  • Regression

Note: No heavy mathematics — the course maintains a practical, applied focus throughout.

Qualification Awarded
ICA Online Diploma in Artificial Intelligence (Level 4)

Awarded by: International College of Auckland (ICA)

Study Information

Credits: 60

Duration: 1 semester full-time or 2 semesters part-time

NZQF Level: Level 4

Study Focus: Theory and practical application