CIS 256 — Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
/4 contact hours This course provides a thought–provoking introduction to artificial intelligence (AI). Topics in AI exploration are examined within the key areas of knowledge representation, vision, thinking and reasoning, language, and learning. High–level perceptual skills, the mental representation of information, and the ability to use language provide students a comprehensive knowledge base in AI fundamentals. Consideration is also given to discussions addressing the broader ethical issues created by the prospect of thinking machines. Additional discussions focus on future AI and how it will transform businesses into the future. Prerequisite(s): CIS 170, MAT 222, and PSY 101 Core fulfilled: None course descriptions