Level I Certificate, Practical AI and Intelligent Automation
Additional information: Reference the SHSU Polytechnic College page for additional information.
Program Description
Jumpstart your career with in-demand AI and automation skills. This program is crafted for those looking to quickly gain the practical knowledge needed for high-impact roles such as AI Technician or Automation Specialist.
As AI and automation become essential across industries, this certificate equips you with versatile, future-focused skills that open doors in the fast-evolving tech landscape. Stand out in today's job market as a forward-thinking professional ready to shape the future.
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| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Level I Certificate, Practical AI and Intelligent Automation | ||
| ITAI 1370 | AI Fundamentals & Platforms | 3 |
| ITAI 1371 | AI Ethics and Society | 3 |
| ITAI 1372 | AI in Industry | 3 |
| ITAI 1373 | Data Analysis & Visualization | 3 |
| ITAI 1374 | Automating Workflows | 3 |
| ITAI 1375 | AI-Powered Data Insights | 3 |
| ITAI 2370 | AI for Customer Service | 3 |
| ITAI 2371 | Natural Language Processing | 3 |
| ITAI 2372 | Image and Text Analysis | 3 |
| ITAI 2373 | Predictive Analytics | 3 |
| ITAI 2374 | Automating Customer Insights | 3 |
| ITAI 2375 | Capstone Project | 3 |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
Additional information: Reference the SHSU Polytechnic College page for additional information.
Level I Certificate, Practical AI and Intelligent Automation
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Term 1 | Term 4 | ||
| ITAI 1370 | 3 | ITAI 2370 | 3 |
| ITAI 1371 | 3 | ITAI 2371 | 3 |
| Term 2 | Term 5 | ||
| ITAI 1372 | 3 | ITAI 2372 | 3 |
| ITAI 1373 | 3 | ITAI 2373 | 3 |
| Term 3 | Term 6 | ||
| ITAI 1374 | 3 | ITAI 2374 | 3 |
| ITAI 1375 | 3 | ITAI 2375 | 3 |
| 18 | 18 | ||
| Total Hours: 36 | |||
Note: All courses are scheduled for 7.5 weeks in length.
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) marketable skills initiative is part of the state’s 60x30TX plan and was designed to help students articulate their skills to employers. Marketable skills are those skills valued by employers and/or graduate programs that can be applied in a variety of work or education settings and may include interpersonal, cognitive, and applied skill areas.
The Level I Certificate Program in Practical AI and Intelligent Automation is designed to provide graduates with the following marketable skills:
- Machine Learning
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Software Development
- Data Analysis
- Microsoft Azure
- Automation
- Business Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence
ITAI 1370. AI Fundamentals & Platforms. 3 Hours.
Students acquire a foundational understanding of AI, its applications, and how to access and use AI platforms without requiring advanced technical knowledge.
ITAI 1371. AI Ethics and Society. 3 Hours.
Students are introduced to the ethical implications of AI technologies, including issues of bias, privacy, and social impacts of AI deployment.
ITAI 1372. AI in Industry. 3 Hours.
Students explore how AI is being applied across different industries and identify potential opportunities for AI integration.
ITAI 1373. Data Analysis & Visualization. 3 Hours.
Students learn the basics of data analysis and visualization, focusing on turning raw data into actionable insights accessible tools.
ITAI 1374. Automating Workflows. 3 Hours.
Students are introduced to the fundamentals of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and learn how to automate repetitive tasks using UiPath.
ITAI 1375. AI-Powered Data Insights. 3 Hours.
Students generate AI-driven insights from data using Microsoft Power Bi.
ITAI 2370. AI for Customer Service. 3 Hours.
ITAI 2371. Natural Language Processing. 3 Hours.
Students explore Natural Language Processing (NLP) and use IBM Watson to analyze and process text data.
ITAI 2372. Image and Text Analysis. 3 Hours.
Students employ Google Cloud AI's tools for analyzing images and text, enabling students to leverage advanced AI capabilities for media analysis.
ITAI 2373. Predictive Analytics. 3 Hours.
Students implement predictive analytics models using Microsoft Azure AI, enabling students to forecast outcomes based on data.
ITAI 2374. Automating Customer Insights. 3 Hours.
Students use IBM Watson Discovery to automate the extraction of insights from customer data, enhancing data-driven decision-making processes.
ITAI 2375. Capstone Project. 3 Hours.
Students apply the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course to solve a real-world problem using AI technologies.
