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Artificial Intelligence (Short Course)

Non-degree

This short course provides a high-level introduction to the core ideas of artificial intelligence (AI), with an orientation towards defense applications and a focus on the machine-learning subarea. This includes an introduction to numerical models like neural networks, logical models like generative AI, and models that do planning.

Starts on 15 December, 2025

Course duration of 3 days

Decision Advantage: From Data to Insights

Non-degree

This three-day course explores the art and science of transforming analytical and data-driven results into compelling insights. Participants will learn how to visually represent data and construct narratives; a staff officer must present their work in a clear, logical, and understandable manner for it to be actionable by senior decision-makers.

Starts on 18 November, 2025

Course duration of 3 days

Operations Analysis in Naval Operational Planning

Non-degree

A five-day short course covering practical applications of search theory, probability, decision theory, simulation, and combat models in naval operational planning, tactical decision-making, and risk assessment. The intended audience is any midgrade or senior naval officer involved in operational and logistics planning.

Starts on 8 December, 2025

Course duration of 5 days