Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (CERT2)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the current, future discipline fostering the next generation of Computer Science, Networking, Cloud and High Performance Computing environments. Al encompasses machine learning, deep learning, image recognition, ray tracing, VR, simulation, natural language processing, autonomous machines (vehicles, robots, factory), RPA (digital Robot Process Automation), blockchains and Data Science. Artificial Intelligence is being universally applied across all industries at an unprecedented pace.

• This award requires 48 credit hours in total.
• Lone Star College reports 1216 contact hours for this award.
• Where the course list shows "Choose N credit hours", those courses are the options for one elective slot, not additional requirements.

• Apply the fundamental principles of computer programming including requirements specifications analysis, algorithm design and verification, documentation and implementation and testing.
• Develop AI applications that demonstrate learning, analysis, goal setting, autonomy and control system rigor for machine learning and natural language processing.
• Analyze a real-world problem, identify, cost justify and specify an effective AI computing solution with universal application.

• Tuition shown is the in-district rate of $111.00 per credit hour for 48 credit hours.
• Out-of-district Texas residents pay $249.00 per credit hour ($11,952.00); international and out-of-state students pay $313.00 per credit hour ($15,024.00).
• Lab fees vary by course and liability insurance, uniforms and supplies vary by program, so Lone Star College publishes no all-in total for this award. Tuition above excludes them.
• Financial aid and payment plans are available to most students.
• Application fee: none. Lone Star College applications are free.