Major in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Concentration

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Colorado State University's Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) program equips graduates with the skills to design and implement intelligent systems for complex problems. The curriculum emphasizes AI, ML, and big data, preparing students for careers as Machine Learning Engineers and Data Scientists. The program also fosters ethical and responsible use of AI and ML tools.

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Degree Overview:

The Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Concentration within the Computer Science major at Colorado State University focuses on creating intelligent systems that can perceive and respond to their environment. This concentration combines a rigorous computer science foundation with specialized coursework in AI, ML, and big data. It also equips students with essential skills in mathematics, statistics, and data science.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Develop AI and ML approaches for complex real-world problems.
• Deploy high-performance computing tools for analyzing large datasets.
• Utilize a wide range of AI and ML tools, techniques, and algorithms.
• Apply AI and ML tools ethically and responsibly, considering potential biases.
• Communicate complex analysis results effectively through verbal and written presentations, incorporating appropriate visualization techniques.
• Confidently pursue graduate studies or professional employment in AI/ML and computer science.

Careers:

In addition to the career opportunities available to all computer science graduates, the AI/ML concentration opens doors to specific roles such as:

• Machine Learning Engineer
• Data Scientist
• Business Intelligence Developer
• Big Data Engineer
• Data Mining Analyst
• Natural Language Processing Analyst
• Computer Vision Engineer

Other:

• The curriculum assumes students enter college prepared for calculus.
Students who are not prepared will need to fulfill pre-calculus requirements in their first semester.
• A minimum grade of C (2.000) is required in CO 150 and all CS, DSCI, MATH, and STAT courses for graduation.
• The program requires a minimum of 120 credits, with at least 42 being upper-division (300- to 400-level).
• The program is designed to be completed in four years, with a detailed semester-by-semester breakdown provided in the context.
• The program includes a capstone course, which fulfills AUCC 4C.
• Students are encouraged to take CS 192 or another seminar course as an elective in their first semester.
• The program includes a variety of technical electives, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests.
• The program emphasizes the importance of ethical and responsible use of AI and ML tools.