Applied Use of AI in the Trades | Live, ONLINE

NEW COURSE COMING!!!

Presented by SICA & Okanagan College

This practical course is designed for those in the trades and construction industry who want to unlock the power of AI to work faster, smarter, and more efficiently. Participants will explore AI-powered software and apps relevant to the trades - covering job costing, scheduling, client communication, and project tracking. You’ll also learn how to use AI chatbots like ChatGPT to support daily operations - from drafting safety plans to managing stakeholder updates and identifying project risks.

No prior AI experience is required - just bring your hands-on mindset and curiosity to explore how AI can streamline your work on the job site.

• Create effective prompts that deliver useful, trade-relevant outputs.
• Use AI chatbots to generate documents, emails, and plans for trade-specific tasks.
• Identify AI-powered tools for project management, estimating, scheduling, and trade operations.
• Apply AI to improve site coordination, manage risks, and enhance stakeholder communication.

• Computer with reliable internet access
• Webcam
• Speakers/microphone