AI & Productivity

Prompt Engineering Mastery

Master clear instructions, context, constraints, examples, decomposition, evaluation and reusable prompt systems for text, research, coding and images.

All LevelsLevel 20Lessons 12.5hLearning time 0Learners

Course overview

About this course

A focused prompt-engineering course that teaches why prompts work, how to structure them, how to evaluate outputs and how to build reusable prompt systems. It replaces the myth of secret phrases with practical specification, examples, constraints, iteration and quality checks.

Learning outcomes

What you will be able to work on

Use AI to assist drafting, editing and structured content work.

Use AI for research support while checking evidence and uncertainty.

Design, structure, test and iteratively improve prompts using clear tasks, relevant context, constraints, examples, output formats and evaluation criteria.

Test prompts against success criteria and improve them through controlled iteration.

Organize tasks, context, constraints, examples and output requirements into reusable prompts.

Skills you build

Practical capabilities mapped to this course

5 mapped skills

AI Content WorkflowsAI & Productivity · Target level 4/5

AI Research & VerificationAI & Productivity · Target level 4/5

Prompt EngineeringAI & Productivity · Target level 4/5

Prompt EvaluationAI & Productivity · Target level 4/5

Structured Prompt DesignAI & Productivity · Target level 4/5

Before you start

Requirements & preparation

Basic computer or smartphone literacy
Reliable internet access for online learning
Time for lessons and practice
Commitment to complete required assessments

Curriculum

Modules and lessons

5 modules · 20 lessons

Module 1: Prompt FundamentalsUnderstand the components of a useful prompt and why clarity matters. · 4 lessons

Prompt Engineering Is Specification, Not Magic35 min · Preview

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State the Task and Desired Outcome35 min · Preview

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Provide Relevant Context Without Dumping Everything35 min

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Define Constraints, Tone and Output Format45 min

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Module 2: Structured Prompt DesignBuild prompts that are easier to understand, reuse and debug. · 4 lessons

Use Sections, Delimiters and Clear Input Boundaries35 min

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Role, Audience and Success Criteria35 min

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Examples and Few-Shot Guidance35 min

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Ask for Assumptions, Questions and Missing Information45 min

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Module 3: Advanced Prompting TechniquesHandle complex work with decomposition, iteration and evaluation. · 4 lessons

Decompose Complex Tasks into Stages35 min

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Generate, Critique, Revise and Compare35 min

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Use Rubrics and Checklists to Evaluate Outputs35 min

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Manage Long Context and Prioritize Important Instructions45 min

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Module 4: Prompts for Real WorkApply the framework to common professional domains. · 4 lessons

Research and Fact-Checking Prompts35 min

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Writing, Marketing and Social Media Prompts35 min

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Coding, Debugging and Technical Explanation Prompts35 min

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Image Generation and Image Editing Prompts45 min

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Module 5: Prompt Systems & CapstoneTurn individual prompts into a maintainable professional toolkit. · 4 lessons

Build Reusable Prompt Templates35 min

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Create Variables and Input Forms for Repeated Work35 min

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Version, Test and Improve a Prompt Library35 min

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Capstone: Build a Professional Prompt Operating Manual45 min

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Practical evidence