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Prompt Engineering Basics

Learn how to design clear and effective prompts that improve the relevance, structure and quality of generative AI outputs.

1 course 4 CPD hours 365 days access Verifiable certificate
Course Price
£19.99
Curriculum

Course Details

CPD212-IAA-034

Prompt Engineering Basics

240 minutes 4 CPD hours Introductory English 80% pass mark
Course Description
This professional online CPD course introduces learners to prompt engineering basics. It covers prompt structure, context, roles, constraints, examples, formatting instructions, iterative refinement, output evaluation and common prompting mistakes. Learners will understand how well-designed prompts can improve the usefulness of generative AI while recognising the need to verify outputs.
Learning Outcomes
  • Explain the principles of effective prompt engineering.
  • Structure prompts using clear objectives, context and instructions.
  • Use constraints, examples and formatting requirements to guide AI outputs.
  • Refine prompts iteratively to improve response quality.
  • Recognise common prompt-design mistakes and how to correct them.
  • Evaluate AI outputs critically for accuracy, relevance and suitability.
  • Successfully complete the end-of-course knowledge assessment.
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