The Technical Education Authority of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has launched an advanced training program in artificial intelligence, under the guidance of the Shrine’s General Secretariat. The program aims to strengthen international cooperation among its departments and enhance staff capabilities as part of a broader series of activities implemented by the Authority—both inside and outside Iraq—to cultivate modern technical skills.

Dr. Hakim Al-Jubouri, Scientific Assistant to the Technical Education Authority, told Karbala Now News Agency that this course complements the Authority’s ongoing efforts to provide specialized training programs for employees across the various departments of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine.

He explained that hosting Dr. Mohammad Balushi from an Iranian university was intended to deliver a comprehensive course covering the applications of artificial intelligence in administrative, financial, engineering, and medical fields. The first day included an introductory presentation on the concept of AI and its contemporary uses.

According to Dr. Al-Jubouri, the course is designed to equip Shrine staff with the skills needed to employ AI technologies in their daily tasks, enabling them to work with greater accuracy and efficiency. He added that the Technical Education Authority oversees multiple branches—including schools, universities, and the Artificial Intelligence Center—and offers a wide range of programs targeting all segments of society, from children and youth to adults, in addition to the professional training provided by the Al-Thiqa Training and Qualification Center.

For his part, Dr. Balushi stated that the workshop comprises three training levels tailored to different categories of staff: employees, middle managers, and department heads. The course focuses on the use of AI in civil engineering and various administrative functions, providing practical examples and hands-on application steps to ensure participants can effectively integrate these technologies into their work.

He added that the program includes guidance on entering commands and data into intelligent systems to achieve optimal results. The initiative also contributes to strengthening academic coordination between the universities of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine and Semnan University in Iran, paving the way for future collaboration in engineering and educational fields.

In conclusion, Dr. Balushi expressed his gratitude to the administration of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine for the opportunity to conduct the course and share his scientific expertise. He emphasized the importance of such initiatives in raising the technical and engineering standards across the Shrine’s institutions.

Emad Bao