Program Overview

Artificial Intelligence Analysis, Design and Implementation (graduate certificate)

Overview

The Artificial Intelligence Analysis, Design and Implementation graduate certificate program equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence. Throughout the program, students will delve into various key areas of AI, including machine learning, neural networks, natural language processing, and data analytics.

Admission Requirements

• Diploma or degree
• Proof of English language proficiency required

OR

• A minimum of three years of related industry experience detailed in a professional resumé with a letter of intent may be considered
• Proof of English language proficiency required

Applicants who are internationally educated in a non-English speaking country must meet Durham College’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

Tuition

• Year one domestic: $2,804 (CAD)
• Year one international: $15,390 (CAD)

Semester 1 Courses

• Studies In Artificial Intelligence (AIDI 1000)
• Visualisation and Data Storytelling (AIDI 1001)
• AI Algorithms I (AIDI 1002)
• Capstone Term I (AIDI 1003)
• Introduction to AI Development (AIDI 1100)
• Applied Mathematics for AI Systems (MATH 1111)

Career Options

AI is one of the fastest-growing sectors, driven by the need for innovative solutions across various industries. With an AI certificate from Durham College, students will be well-equipped to take on roles that require both technical proficiency and creative problem-solving skills.

• Data analyst
• AI analyst/technologist
• Machine learning analyst/technologist
• Business transformation consultant
• Business analyst
• Data steward
• Data engineer
• Machine learning practitioner/engineer
• AI system developer

Experiential Learning

• Applied Research: Students will have the opportunity to engage in applied research with the Durham College Hub for Applied Research in Artificial Intelligence for Business Solutions, better known as the AI Hub.
• Capstone projects: All students will complete two diverse capstone projects – one per semester – to apply their classroom learning to tangible, real-world challenges.
• Optional work term: Students who meet all academic requirements will be eligible to pursue an optional work term in a formal work environment or entrepreneurial endeavour.

Tech Requirements

• Intel I7 or AMD Ryzen 7 processor or better with chipset that must support virtualization
• 16 GB of RAM
• 1 TB hard drive
• Ethernet Network Card or USB to Ethernet adapter
• Wireless Network Card
• One USB 3.0 port (two preferred)
• Webcam
• Microphone (headset preferred)

Program Sequence

• September intake:
  • Year 1: Academic semester 1 (Fall), Academic semester 2 (Winter), Optional work term (Summer)
• January intake:
  • Year 1: Academic semester 1 (Winter), Academic semester 2 (Summer), Optional work term (Fall)

Courses

• Semester 1:
  • Studies In Artificial Intelligence (AIDI 1000)
  • Visualisation and Data Storytelling (AIDI 1001)
  • AI Algorithms I (AIDI 1002)
  • Capstone Term I (AIDI 1003)
  • Introduction to AI Development (AIDI 1100)
  • Applied Mathematics for AI Systems (MATH 1111)
• Semester 2:
  • Applied Machine Learning and Advanced AI Systems (AIDI 2000)
  • Knowledge and Expert Systems (AIDI 2001)
  • Careers and Digital Portfolio (AIDI 2002)
  • Consulting and Professional Communications (AIDI 2003)
  • AI In Enterprise Systems (AIDI 2004)
  • Capstone Term II (AIDI 2005)
• Semester 3 (optional work term):
  • Work Term 1 (AIDW 1000)

Administrative Fee

Once transferred to the work term option of this AI program, students will have an administrative fee of $475 assessed to their accounts during the academic semester(s) prior to the scheduled work term(s).

Co-op Work Permits

If you are an international student enrolled in the work term option, you are required to have a valid co-op work permit before starting your work term. You must apply for and receive a Social Insurance Number in order to work in Canada. Documentation and instructions on how to apply for a co-op work permit will be provided only to students who are successful with their application into the work term option once semester 1 grades have been finalized.