Explore professional development opportunities in artificial intelligence for engineers. This page highlights current training available through Engineering New Zealand and other reputable providers.

Engineering New Zealand opportunities

Courses

Getting practical with generative AI
Join Matt Ensor, a New Zealand leader in GenAI and AI advisory committee member, to hear about AI's latest developments and capabilities. There’ll be a demo on common platforms, an interactive Q&A and you’ll learn how to apply GenAI to your real-world scenarios.

Exploring the power of generative AI
Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of GenAI. You'll be guided through its expansive capabilities and will consider ethics and governance issues. You'll interact with advanced GenAI tools and explore its potential in your professional context.

Webinars

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Past webinars

Explore real-world applications of AI in engineering through our Engineering and AI webinar series, bridging the gap between concept and implementation.

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Learning tools for every stage

Entry level and general awareness

University of Helsinki – Elements of AI
A respected series of free courses designed to make AI accessible to all. Includes:

  • Elements of AI: Introduction
  • Elements of AI: Building AI (intermediate and advanced)
  • Ethics of AI
  • AI and Discrimination

This content is well-suited to engineers seeking academic-grade but approachable training in AI concepts.

AI Forum NZ – e-Learning modules
Two short, free modules:

  • Introduction to AI
  • Implementing AI: Risks and Ethics
    Ideal for professionals seeking a basic understanding of AI and its implications for society and regulation.

Andrew Ng (Coursera) – AI for everyone
A non-technical introduction for team leaders and consultants wanting to understand what AI can (and cannot) do in practice.

DeepLearning.ai – ChatGPT prompt engineering

A short, hands-on course teaching engineers to get more from tools like ChatGPT using prompt design strategies.

Practical and applied AI

Civils-ai – AI construction training course
Designed specifically for professionals in the built environment, this course introduces practical applications of AI across the construction lifecycle—from design and planning to site operations and safety monitoring. Learn how AI is being used to enhance productivity, reduce risk, and support data-driven decision-making in construction projects. Suitable for engineers, project managers, and consultants looking to understand the benefits and limitations of AI in real-world construction settings.

NewZealand.AI – AI academy
Offers flexible, self-paced online courses, including:

  • AI Ambassador Course
  • Building AI Literacy
  • Responsible AI Foundations
    These are suitable for individuals looking to develop a broader understanding of AI across sectors.

The Knowledge Academy Artificial intelligence tools training

A broad international provider of short courses in:

  • Introduction to AI
  • Deep Learning
  • Generative AI
  • Prompt Engineering with ChatGPT

Courses are self-paced and suitable for entry-level learners or those seeking to refresh their skills.

Engineers Australia – EA OnDemand
Pay-to-view video content on AI and digital transformation in engineering. Covers topics such as AI in structural design, risk management, and the future of engineering workflows.

Advanced engineering and AI system design

LLM Bootcamp – Full stack deep learning
This free intensive online course is designed for engineers and technical professionals looking to deepen their understanding of large language models (LLMs). It goes beyond introductory content, covering the full LLM development pipeline—from data preprocessing and fine-tuning to deployment and evaluation. Ideal for engineers already familiar with AI fundamentals who want to build or integrate advanced language models into tools, workflows, or client solutions. Delivered by experts and used by practitioners in leading AI firms.

BSI New Zealand – AI governance and ethics training
BSI offers formal training focused on regulatory compliance, responsible AI deployment, and ethical decision-making. Recommended for engineers working on AI-enabled systems or reviewing vendor tools.

InfraLytics.ai (NZ-specific) – Predictive maintenance platform
A predictive modelling and asset risk platform suited to infrastructure engineers. Enables AI-supported maintenance scheduling and deterioration forecasting.

Microsoft Learn – Applied AI on Azure
Practical labs and modules on deploying vision and language AI services. For engineers integrating AI with cloud-based systems.

Choosing the right course

When selecting a course, consider:

  • Your current role: Are you designing AI tools, reviewing vendor products or advising clients on digital adoption?
  • Depth of learning: Do you need to build fluency, apply tools to workflows or lead technical development?
  • Regulatory relevance: Ensure training covers ethics, safety and New Zealand legal frameworks (e.g. Privacy Act 2020).

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