COMP.1140 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for All

Description

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century, reshaping industries, influencing daily life, and raising new social and ethical questions. This undergraduate course provides an accessible introduction to AI with no prerequisites, designed for students from all backgrounds. Through engaging discussions and case studies, students will learn the fundamental concepts of AI, including machine learning, neural networks, natural language processing, and computer vision, while exploring how these technologies are applied in fields such as healthcare, finance, transportation, and customer service. Emphasizing a critical perspective, the course helps students recognize both the capabilities and limitations of AI, and equips them to evaluate its broader ethical, social, and philosophical implications. By the end, students will be prepared to navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape as informed, responsible, and thoughtful participants in an AI-driven world. Enrollment requirements: Students cannot enroll in COMP.1140 and 1150 concurrently. Students who have already completed COMP.1150 cannot then earn credit for COMP.1140. Students may earn credit for both COMP.1140 and COMP.1150, except for Computer Science majors who are not allowed to use COMP.1140 credits towards their degree.

Course prerequisites/corequisites are determined by the faculty and approved by the curriculum committees. Students are required to fulfill these requirements prior to enrollment. For courses offered through online or GPS delivery, students are responsible for confirming with the instructor or department that all enrollment requirements have been satisfied before registering.