Course description

In this course, 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 behaviour 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. 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.

Course details

Hours: 21
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

Credit transfer

Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.

Dates
Day/Time
Delivery
Campus
Cost
Availability
Starts: Jun. 1, 2026
Ends: Jul. 20, 2026
Day/Time:
Campus: Online
Cost: $197.25
Starts: Jul. 2, 2026
Ends: Aug. 20, 2026
Day/Time:
Campus: Online
Cost: $197.25

Registration dates

Not all courses are offered each term.

Spring 2026 registration is open.
Fall 2026 registration opens June 29, 2026.

Delivery options

In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration

Online - Asynchronous: ​100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery