AI: Prompt Engineering

Course Information

Learners explore the fundamentals of prompt engineering for generative AI tools by learning how to craft prompts that guide systems to produce relevant, creative, and accurate outputs. Emphasis is placed on understanding how language, intent, and structure influence AI behavior and outcomes across a range of applications, from written communication and content generation to analysis and decision-making.

Through guided activities, learners practice writing, troubleshooting, and adapting prompts for use in communication, content creation, productivity, and analysis. Emphasis is placed on understanding how input shapes output, how language influences AI responses, and how to balance human creativity with AI automation. Using frameworks such as PTCF (Persona, Task, Context, Format), ROSES (Role, Objective, Steps, Examples, Style), RAIC (Role, Audience, Intent, Context), IDEAL (Intent, Details, Examples, Audience, Limitations), learners develop and refine prompts across multiple formats and platforms. They examine how prompt engineering supports human-AI collaboration, improves efficiency, and contributes to ethical, transparent, and responsible AI use. From shaping AI-generated visuals to addressing bias and misinformation, learners gain practical insight into the evolving role of AI in communication, research, and creative work.

Intake

Start Date

End Date Mar 03 / 2026Apr 21 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

This course will be one of two foundational courses in the AI Series. While not a pre-requisite, it is recommended that students take this course first as part of the other AI Sector specific courses.

Chats:

No

Registering college code:
SH-PROG70050

Host college code:
SH-PROG70050

How to register

Register in-person or online. For information on how to register please visit the following link https://caps.sheridancollege.ca/student-guide/how-to-register.aspx.

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Sajeela Malik
Phone : (905) 845-9430 ext. 8529
Email : sajeela.malik@sheridancollege.ca

1430 Trafalgar Road
Oakville, ON
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