Artificial Intelligence
Foundations
Build practical AI capability through expert guidance, applied tools, workflow prototyping, and human-AI collaboration.
Date
22-23 October 2026
Location
Brisbane
Time
8:30am-4:30pm
About the event
The Artificial Intelligence Short Course Level I: Foundations is planned to be held from 22–23 October 2026 at The Ship Inn, Brisbane, offering a practical introduction to artificial intelligence, AI agents, workflow improvement and human-AI collaboration for professionals across government, consultancy, industry and academia.
Designed for professionals working across government, consulting, industry, academia and the not-for-profit sector, this foundational program blends expert-led sessions with practical learning to build essential knowledge in artificial intelligence and its application to professional work.
The program introduces foundational concepts in artificial intelligence, machine learning, language models, AI agents, workflow design, responsible use, human-AI collaboration and practical AI-enabled prototyping. Led by experts from research, industry and applied practice, the course fosters peer learning and networking across sectors.
The course will be delivered through interactive classroom-based presentations, live demonstrations, group discussions, practical exercises and applied case study work, providing participants with the concepts, tools and frameworks needed to understand AI, use it effectively, and apply it with judgment in real organisational settings. In-person attendees will also benefit from a catered program, including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.
Whether you are beginning your journey with artificial intelligence or seeking to consolidate your understanding of how AI is changing work and professional practice, Level I provides a critical foundation for navigating the AI transition with clarity, confidence and practical capability.
Registrations
Each registration includes full access to course sessions and digital learning materials. In-person attendees also receive full catering (morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea) and access to the full-day Tweed-Byron Coast study tour.
Please follow the registration link for options to insert Purchase Order number and invoice billing details.
Standard registrations are now open.
*Pathway pricing is available for participants who register for both the Level I and Level II Coastal Resilience courses. Select this option to secure both courses at the discounted combined rate. All prices include GST.
Price
From $595 to $2,970.00
Standard In Person inc. GST
$1,795
Standard Online inc. GST
$595
Level I + Level II Pathway* inc. GST
$2,970
Total
$0.00
Other Courses
What practitioners say
We were deeply impressed by this comprehensive and practical course. It provided essential knowledge that we hope to implement in our national forecasting strategies. Thank you for your valuable guidance and support.
Tom Natick
Ministry of Climate Change, Vanuatu
An excellent opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and learn from leading experts. I’ve taken back a wealth of knowledge to my council and made contacts that will support my work into the future.
Bronson Symmonds
Alexandrina Council, South Australia
An eye-opening and transformative experience. The Coastal Resilience Short Course reshaped how I approach coastal planning—moving beyond technical fixes to embrace systems thinking, meaningful community engagement, and long-term adaptation. I left the course with practical tools, renewed clarity, and a stronger sense of purpose in my role.
Dayane Barros Da Silva
City of Gold Coast, Queensland