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AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner (The Builders)

Leeds

Build knowledge-powered AI agents using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
Design AI agents that can plan tasks, make decisions, and complete multi-step workflows
Connect AI agents and web platforms with AI Agents Foundation & Practitioner Course

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AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course Outline

Module 1: Architecture of Autonomy

Agentic Frameworks
- What Makes an AI System “Agentic”
- Differences between Chatbots, Workflows, and Agents
- Event-Driven vs Goal-Driven Agents
- State Management in Autonomous Systems
- Memory Layers within Agent Architecture
Linear Prompts vs. Autonomous Loops
- Single-Response Prompt Design
- Multi-Step Task Execution
- Feedback Loops and Iteration Cycles
- Error Correction within Loops
- When to use Linear vs Autonomous Designs
The Plan → Act → Observe → Reflect Cycle
- Task Decomposition Techniques
- Planning Strategies for Complex Objectives
- Observation and Output Validation
- Reflection and Self-Correction Methods
- Iterative Refinement Logic
Decision Trees in AI
- Designing Structured Decision Logic
- Branching Conditions in Workflows
- Deterministic vs Probabilistic Decisions
- Escalation Triggers
- Risk-aware Branching
Giving Agents Structured Reasoning Steps
- Instruction Layering
- Constraining Reasoning Paths
- Preventing Reasoning Drift
- Output Formatting Enforcement
Solving Multi-Part Problems Autonomously
- Breaking Complex Tasks into Subtasks
- Task Prioritisation Methods
- Dependency Handling
- Result Consolidation Strategies
Practical Lab: The Logic Map
- Mapping an Existing Manual Business Process
- Identifying Decision Points Suitable for Automation
- Designing Conditional Logic Flows
- Defining Failure and Fallback States
- Designing the Agent's Autonomous Decision Boundaries
- Creating a Structured Agent Blueprint

Module 2: RAG & The Knowledge Layer

Vector Databases & Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
- What Vector Embeddings Represent
- How Similarity Search Works
- When to use RAG vs Fine-Tuning
- Knowledge Grounding Strategies
- Accuracy Improvement Through Retrieval
Giving AI a Long-Term Memory
- Short-Term vs Long-Term Memory Concepts
- Memory Persistence Strategies
- Session-Based Memory vs Database Retrieval
- Context Compression Techniques
Semantic Search vs. Keyword Search
- Embedding-Based Search Logic
- Relevance Scoring
- Query Optimisation Techniques
- Precision vs Recall Trade-Offs
Data Preparation for Agent Consumption
- Cleaning Unstructured Data
- Chunking Large Documents
- Removing Redundancy
- Standardising Document Formatting
Structuring PDFs for Retrieval
- Extracting Clean Text
- Removing Noise
- Formatting for Chunk-Based Indexing
- Improving Retrievability
Formatting Internal Wikis and Documentation
- Creating Structured Headings
- Designing Searchable Documentation
- Creating Q&A-Friendly Content
- Version Control and Updates
Practical Lab: The Company Brain
- Ingesting Large-Scale Documentation
- Cleaning and Chunking Documents
- Creating Embeddings and Indexing Logic
- Building a Knowledge Retrieval System
- Testing Retrieval Accuracy
- Achieving Accurate Question-Answering Across Complex Source Material

Module 3: Tool-Calling & Actionability

APIs for Non-Coders
- What APIs are in Simple Terms
- Request and Response Structure
- Authentication Basics
- JSON Structure Overview
- Rate Limits and Error Handling
How Agents Communicate with External Software
- Function-Calling Logic
- Trigger-Based Actions
- Passing Structured Data
- Validating External Responses
Connecting to Platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, and Shopify
- CRM Automation Scenarios
- Lead Management Workflows
- Updating Records Autonomously
- E-commerce Automation use Cases
Multi-Agent Orchestration
- Role-based Agent Design
- Hierarchical vs Collaborative Agents
- Task Delegation Models
- Conflict Resolution Between Agents
Designing Manager and Specialist Agent Roles
- Supervisor Agent Logic
- Task Routing Mechanisms
- Quality Assurance Layer
Coordinating the Researcher and Writer Agents
- Research Task Definition
- Data Validation Checkpoints
- Content Generation Alignment
- Output Consolidation
Practical Lab: The Automated Researcher
- Building a Three-Agent Team
- Designing Role Responsibilities
- Lead Identification and Company Research
- Structured Data Extraction
- Automated Personalised Email Drafting Within a CRM
- Testing Multi-Agent Coordination

Module 4: Deployment, Safety & Monitoring

Guardrails & Ethics
- Defining Operational Boundaries
- Ethical Usage Constraints
- Output Moderation Layers
- Access Control Principles
Preventing Prompt Injection Attacks
- Recognising Injection Attempts
- Input Validation Strategies
- Restricting External Instructions
- Sandboxing Untrusted Content
Eliminating Hallucination and Unintended Actions
- Output Verification Workflows
- Confidence Scoring
- Cross-Check Mechanisms
- Safe Fallback Responses
Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) Design
- When Human Approval is Required
- Escalation Thresholds
- Manual Override Mechanisms
- Accountability Logging
Defining Critical Action Thresholds
- Financial Transaction Limits
- Data Modification Controls
- High-risk Decision Triggers
- Escalation Policies
Building Permission and Approval Checkpoints Into Agent Workflows
- Role-based Access Design
- Workflow Approval States
- Audit trail Creation
- Compliance Reporting Readiness
Practical Lab: Live Deployment
- Deploying an Agent Into a Sandbox Environment
- Configuring Guardrails and Permissions
- Stress Testing With Complex Customer Scenarios
- Simulating Edge Cases
- Monitoring, Logging, and Iterating on Agent Behaviour
- Refining Based on Observed Failures

Who Should Attend this AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course?

This AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course equips delegates with the knowledge required to design and manage AI-driven automation systems. The training is particularly valuable for professionals who want to move beyond using AI tools and begin developing structured AI workflows, including:

Product Managers
Innovation Leaders
Business Analysts
Operations Managers
Automation Specialists
Digital Transformation Professionals

Prerequisites for the AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course

There are no formal prerequisites for attending the AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course. However, basic familiarity with AI tools, digital workflows, or business process automation will support better understanding during the training.

AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course Overview

AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Training introduces delegates to the principles of designing and deploying intelligent AI agents. The training focuses on agent architecture, structured reasoning, and knowledge integration to help professionals understand how autonomous AI systems operate.

This training supports capability development by strengthening skills in automation design, knowledge retrieval systems, and multi-agent collaboration. Delegates learn how AI agents can support research, operational tasks, and digital decision-making across modern organisations.

This 4-Day AI Agents Course offered by The Knowledge Academy helps delegates design, build, and test AI agents in practical environments. Delegates gain hands-on experience in mapping decision processes, integrating knowledge sources, connecting external tools, and deploying monitored AI workflows.

AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course Objectives

To understand the architecture and reasoning frameworks that enable autonomous AI agents
To design decision workflows using structured planning and reasoning cycles
To build knowledge-driven agents using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems
To connect AI agents with external software platforms and APIs
To deploy, monitor, and manage AI agents responsibly with safety guardrails

Upon completing this AI Agents Certification, delegates will be able to design, build, and deploy AI agents that support real-world workflows. They will also understand how to manage knowledge systems, integrate tools, and implement safe autonomous operations.

What’s Included in this AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course?

World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Examination
AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Certificate
Digital Delegate Pack

Hands-On Labs: Included as part of our online instructor-led delivery, these labs provide real-world exercises in a simulated environment guided by expert instructors to enhance your practical skills.

AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner (The Builders) Examination

To achieve the AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Certification, candidates will need to sit for an examination that measures their capability to design, configure, and implement AI-driven workflows and agents. The assessment focuses on applied knowledge of prompt engineering, automation logic, integrations, and safe deployment of AI solutions to solve operational and technical business challenges. The exam format is as follows:

Question Type: Multiple Choice
Total Questions: 60
Total Marks: 60 Marks
Pass Mark: 75%, or 45/60 Marks
Duration: 75 Minutes
Open Book/ Closed Book: Open Book

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Master AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner (The Builders) with a flexible yet structured approach that combines live, expert-led sessions and self-paced study. With weekly one-to-one tutor support and consistently high pass rates, you’ll receive tailored guidance and achieve real results.

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Take part in scheduled, instructor-led sessions with real-time feedback, while enjoying the freedom to study independently. Interactive resources and progress tracking tools help you stay motivated and on target.

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Learn AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner (The Builders) through The Knowledge Academy’s Online Self-Paced Learning. This flexible and structured format supports your training goals and enables every professional to build skills with confidence.

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Highly experienced trainers

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We only use the highest standard of learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable and distraction-free as possible

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Team building opportunity

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AI Agents Foundation And Practitioner (The Builders) in Leeds FAQs

What is the AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course?

This course introduces delegates to the principles of building and managing AI agents that can perform tasks autonomously across business workflows.

Who should attend the AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner Course?

The training is ideal for professionals who already use AI tools and want to design more advanced AI-driven automation systems.

Do delegates need coding knowledge for this Agentic AI Course?

No coding experience is required. The Agentic AI Training explains concepts and tools in a way that allows professionals from various backgrounds to participate.

What will delegates learn during this course?

Delegates will learn how to design agent workflows, integrate knowledge sources, connect external systems, and deploy monitored AI solutions.

Will this AI Agents Course include practical activities?

Yes, delegates will participate in labs that involve designing processes, building knowledge systems, creating AI agents, and deploying them in test environments.

How do AI agents differ from standard AI tools?

AI agents are designed to perform tasks autonomously by planning actions, accessing knowledge, and interacting with external systems.

Can delegates apply these concepts within their organisations?

Yes, the course focuses on practical approaches that can support research, operations, and decision-making processes.

What skills will delegates gain after completing this AI Agents Certification?

Delegates will gain skills in agent architecture, knowledge retrieval systems, automation design, and responsible AI deployment.

Why choose The Knowledge Academy in Leeds over others?

The Knowledge Academy stands out as a prestigious training provider known for its extensive course offerings, expert instructors, adaptable learning formats, and industry recognition. It's a dependable option for those seeking this certification.

What is the cost/training fees for AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner (The Builders) in Leeds?

The training fees for AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner (The Builders) in Leeds starts from £2495

Which is the best training institute/provider of AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner (The Builders) in Leeds?

The Knowledge Academy is one of the Leading global training provider for AI Agents Foundation and Practitioner (The Builders).

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