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University of Nebraska-Lincoln Launches AI Graduate Certificate Program

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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's School of Computing in the College of Engineering has introduced a new graduate certificate program in artificial intelligence (AI). The certificate program is designed to equip students with a foundational understanding of AI and the practical proficiency to exploit AI technologies in their respective fields. The program offers a rigorous foundation in modern AI methods, preparing students to critically analyze, design, and apply intelligent solutions across diverse problem domains. The certificate program is open to highly qualified individuals who have already earned a bachelor's degree in a computing-related field.

Key Takeaways:

  • The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's School of Computing has launched a new graduate certificate program in artificial intelligence, designed to equip students with a foundational understanding of AI.
  • The program requires 15 credit hours, including one required course and four elective courses from 23 options.
  • Students must complete six credit hours from the Core AI course options and may select the remaining elective courses according to their personal preferences.
  • The Core AI topics include introduction to AI, constraint processing, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, data mining, game theory, and information retrieval.
  • The Applied AI topics cover subjects such as generative AI, computer systems, visualization, robotics, Internet of Things, data analytics, and bioinformatics.
  • The goal of the certificate program is to help students develop the expertise required to excel in modern computing fields, expand their professional opportunities, and apply AI to drive innovation in various industries.
  • Students who complete the program can apply their graduate certificate credits toward a master's degree in computer science or computer engineering.
  • The School of Computing is accepting graduate certificate program applications for new students on a rolling deadline.
  • The program is the second graduate certificate program introduced by the School of Computing, following the introduction of its first graduate certificate in Internet of Things earlier this year.
  • The program is led by leading experts in AI domains, utilizing cutting-edge research and teaching facilities available in Nebraska.

Statistics:

  • 15 credit hours required to earn the certificate
  • 1 required course and 4 elective courses from 23 options
  • 6 credit hours must be completed from Core AI course options
  • 4 elective courses can be selected from 17 Applied AI course options
  • The program is designed for highly qualified individuals who have already earned a bachelor's degree in a computing-related field
  • The deadline for graduate certificate program applications is rolling, without a specific date mentioned

Sources:

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln's School of Computing in the College of Engineering
  • Victoria Grdina, News Contact: Victoria.Grdina@nebraska.edu
  • Original text from news.unl.edu/article/school-of-computing-introduces-ai-graduate-certificate

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