NVIDIA Certified Associate Generative AI LLMs NCA-GENL Tests

The NCA Generative AI LLMs certification (NCA-GENL) is an entry-level credential that validates the foundational concepts for developing, integrating, and maintaining AI-driven applications using generative AI and large language models (LLMs) with NVIDIA solutions. The exam is online and proctored remotely, includes 50-60 questions, and has a 60-minute time limit.

This course contains 6 full-length, timed practice tests of 60 questions each. That is a total of 360 NCA Generative AI LLMs certification (NCA-GENL) questions, and answer explanations. Each answer explanation also contains reference links so you can assess your knowledge with source documentation from NVIDIA.

If you are wanting to get started on your journey of getting certified in the areas of Generative AI, this is the place to start. And NVIDIA powers AI across the globe, making it a great first AI certification respected globally.

The NCA Generative AI LLMs NCA-GENL certification covers five knowledge areas:

NCA Generative AI LLMs NCA-GENL Knowledge Area 1: Core Machine Learning and AI Knowledge - 30%

Knowledge of algorithms, conventions, and techniques that allow computers to learn from and make predictions or decisions based on data.

1.1 Assist in deployment and evaluation of model scalability, performance, and reliability under the supervision of senior team members.

1.2 Awareness of the process of extracting insights from large datasets using data mining, data visualization, and similar techniques.

1.3 Build LLM use cases such as retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), chatbots, and summarizers.

1.4 Curate and embed content datasets for RAGs.

1.5 Familiarity with the fundamentals of machine learning (e.g., feature engineering, model comparison, cross validation).

1.6 Familiarity with the capabilities of Python natural language packages (spaCy, NumPy, vector databases, etc.).

1.7 Read research papers (articles, conference papers, etc.) to identify emerging LLM trends and technologies.

1.8 Select and use models to create text embeddings.

1.9 Use prompt engineering principles to create prompts to achieve desired results.

1.10 Use Python packages (spaCy, NumPy, Keras, etc.) to implement specific traditional machine learning analyses.

NCA Generative AI LLMs NCA-GENL Knowledge Area 2: Data Analysis - 14%

Inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions, and supporting decision-making.

2.1 Awareness of the process of extracting insights from large datasets using data mining, data visualization, and similar techniques.

2.2 Compare models using statistical performance metrics, such as loss functions or proportion of explained variance.

2.3 Conduct data analysis under the supervision of a senior team member.

2.4 Create graphs, charts, or other visualizations to convey the results of data analysis using specialized software.

2.5 Identify relationships and trends or any factors that could affect the results of research

NCA Generative AI LLMs NCA-GENL Knowledge Area 3: Experimentation - 22%

The study of how to perform, evaluate, and interpret experiments, including AI model evaluation and the use of human subjects in labeling or reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF).

3.1 Awareness of the process of extracting insights from large datasets using data mining, data visualization, and similar techniques.

3.2 Compare models using statistical performance metrics, such as loss functions or proportion of explained variance.

3.3 Conduct data analysis under the supervision of a senior team member.

3.4 Create graphs, charts, or other visualizations to convey the results of data analysis using specialized software.

3.5 Identify relationships and trends or any factors that could affect the results of research.

NCA Generative AI LLMs NCA-GENL Knowledge Area 4: Software Development 24%

Create, maintain, and test software.

4.1 Assist in the deployment and evaluations of model scalability, performance, and reliability under the supervision of senior team member.

4.2 Build LLM use cases such as RAGs, chatbots, and summarizers.

4.3 Familiarity with the capabilities of Python natural language packages (spaCy, NumPy, vector databases, etc.).

4.4 Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.

4.5 Monitor functioning of data collection, experiments, and other software processes.

4.6 Use Python packages (spaCy, NumPy, Keras, etc.) to implement specific traditional machine learning analyses.

4.7 Write software components or scripts under the supervision of a senior team member.

NCA Generative AI LLMs NCA-GENL Knowledge Area 5: Trustworthy AI 10%

Creation and assessment of ethical, energy-conscious, and reliable artificial intelligence systems capable of interpreting and integrating various forms of data, ensuring that they’re designed and applied in a manner that’s transparent, fair, and verifiable.

5.1 Describe the ethical principles of trustworthy AI.

5.2 Describe the balance between data privacy and the importance of data consent.

5.3 Describe how to use NVIDIA and other technologies to improve AI trustworthiness.

5.4 Describe how to minimize bias in AI systems.