Course Description

AI 100 FOUNDATIONS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE   3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the history, terminology, and foundational concepts of artificial intelligence (AI). Students explore current AI technologies, ethical issues, and societal impacts across industries. Through hands-on activities in the AI Lab, non-technical majors gain initial exposure to machine learning, fostering curiosity and critical thinking about AI. This course provides an introduction to the history, terminology, and foundational concepts of artificial intelligence (AI). Students will explore contemporary AI technologies and their applications across various industries, considering both the opportunities and risks associated with AI's growing influence. Special attention will be given to the ethical tensions, data privacy, and other societal challenges. Students will also gain introductory exposure to machine learning concepts and engage in hands-on, experiential learning in the AI Lab, laying the groundwork for deeper exploration in later courses. Designed for non-technical majors, this course aims to ignite curiosity and encourage critical thinking about AI's implications within students' specific academic disciplines. No prior experience in computer science is required.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years