Course Overview

Aim

Introduce learners to AI as a social, ethical, operational and governance issue — not just a technical one — with a UK focus on UK GDPR, emerging UK AI regulation and public-sector and commercial expectations.

Learning outcomes

• Understand what AI is and why responsible use matters.
• Recognise that AI delivery involves human, behavioural, ethical and governance considerations, not just technology.
• Understand the four-layer model: People, Process, Infrastructure and Data.

Topics

• What AI is and common workplace examples
• Benefits, opportunities, risks and challenges
• Why responsible AI matters beyond technology
• Accountability and organisational oversight
• Introducing the four-layer People, Process, Infrastructure and Data model

Activities

• Short orientation quiz
• “Where do you already meet AI?” discussion