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Applied Artificial Intelligence AS

 

Applied Artificial Intelligence Overview (AS 2705)

 Type of Award

AS - Associate in Science

Program Website

https://www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-stem.aspx

Program Description

The Applied Artificial Intelligence Associate in Science (A.S.) program is designed for individuals aiming to excel in the rapidly evolving field of information technology (IT), particularly in artificial intelligence (AI). This comprehensive curriculum lays a solid foundation in AI tools and applications and delves into the critical aspects of managing AI project lifecycles. Students will gain in-depth knowledge in machine learning, data collection, classification and model deployment, which are essential for mastering natural language processing, AI virtual assistants and computer vision. Furthermore, the program emphasizes the significance of ethics in AI development, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to design and implement AI solutions responsibly. This program is ideal for those seeking to advance their education and career in the information technology sector. It offers a blend of technical skills, academic knowledge and employability skills essential for success in this dynamic industry.                                                                                                                          

Program Learning Outcomes

For detailed information, visit: www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes/Program-Learning-Outcomes

Admission Requirements

Completion Requirements

Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.

For more details about graduation requirements refer to the Graduation section of this catalog.

Program Length

This program can be finished in two years of full-time enrollment or three years part-time.

Location

This program is offered at the Lake Worth, Boca Raton, Palm Beach Gardens, Belle Glade, and Loxahatchee Groves campuses.

For More Information

Michelle McRae, Professor, mcraem@palmbeachstate.edu, 561-862-4436

Employment Opportunities

This program prepares students for a variety of in-demand technology careers such as software developer, data analyst, network administrator, and information security specialist. Graduates acquire programming, system analysis, cybersecurity, problem-solving and project management skills making them prime candidates for roles in sectors from finance to health care.

Career Path Notes        

Courses from this program may transfer into Palm Beach State's Bachelor of Applied Science program in Information Management, Database Administration and Data Analytics concentration. For more information, visit: www.palmbeachstate.edu/Bachelors

In addition, courses from this program may transfer to other colleges and universities that allow students to transfer into a four-year program. For more information, contact the college or university to which you wish to transfer.

Career Center

www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career

For more information about employment opportunities, including job outlook and salary information, visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh

O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org

Required courses:

General Education (Credits:15)

ENC1101English Composition 1 (AA)

3 Credits

Choose Any Humanities Area ll, Tier 1 course

3 Credits

AMH2020United States History Since 1877 (AA)

3 Credits

Or

POS1041Introduction to American Government (AA)

3 Credits

MAC1105College Algebra (AA)

3 Credits

Choose Any Natural Science Area IV, Tier 1 course

3 Credits

Required Courses (Credits: 36)

CGS1100Microcomputer Applications (AA)

3 Credits

COP1000Introduction to Programming (AA)

3 Credits

CIS2321System Analysis and Design (AS)

3 Credits

COP2700Introduction to Database (AA)

3 Credits

CAI1001Artificial Intelligence (AI) Thinking (AA)

3 Credits

CAI2100Machine Learning Foundations (AS)

3 Credits

CAI2300Introduction to Natural Language Processing (AS)

3 Credits

CAI2820Artificial Intelligence Applications Solutions (AS)

3 Credits

CAI2840Introduction to Computer Vision (AS)

3 Credits

CAI2220Introduction to Prompt Engineering for Artificial Intelligence (AS)

3 Credits

CAP2751Tools for Data Science (AS)

3 Credits

STA2023Statistics (AA)

3 Credits

Computer Science Electives (Credits: 9)

Computer Science Electives (Courses with one of the following prefixes: MAC, CNT, CAI, CTS, COP, CGS, CIS, CET, CAP, CEN) (9)

9 Credits

Total Credit Hours: 60

Course Sequence

Term One - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 15)

ENC1101English Composition 1 (AA)

3 Credits

CGS1100Microcomputer Applications (AA)

3 Credits

COP1000Introduction to Programming (AA)

3 Credits

CAI1001Artificial Intelligence (AI) Thinking (AA)

3 Credits

MAC1105College Algebra (AA)

3 Credits

Term Two - Spring (Year One) (Credits: 15)

STA2023Statistics (AA)

3 Credits

COP2700Introduction to Database (AA)

3 Credits

CAP2751Tools for Data Science (AS)

3 Credits

CAI2220Introduction to Prompt Engineering for Artificial Intelligence (AS)

3 Credits

Choose Any Humanities Area ll, Tier 1 course

3 Credits

Term Three - Fall (Year Two) (Credits: 15)

CAI2100Machine Learning Foundations (AS)

3 Credits

CAI2300Introduction to Natural Language Processing (AS)

3 Credits

CAI2840Introduction to Computer Vision (AS)

3 Credits

Choose Any Natural Science Area IV, Tier 1 course

3 Credits

Computer Science Elective (Course with one of the following prefixes: MAC, CNT, CAI, CTS, COP, CGS, CIS, CET, CAP, CEN) (3)

3 Credits

Term Four - Spring (Year Two) (Credits: 15)

CIS2321System Analysis and Design (AS)

3 Credits

CAI2820Artificial Intelligence Applications Solutions (AS)

3 Credits

AMH2020United States History Since 1877 (AA)

3 Credits

Or

POS1041Introduction to American Government (AA)

3 Credits

Computer Science Electives (Courses with one of the following prefixes: MAC, CNT, CAI, CTS, COP, CGS, CIS, CET, CAP, CEN) (6)

6 Credits

Total Credit Hours: 60