Artificial Intelligence IT Certificate
Virtual assistants. Shopping recommendations. Fraud detection. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already a part of daily life. AI allows computers to automate complex decision-making processes, and this technology is driving rapid innovation in almost every industry.
Employers need professionals who can apply AI and machine learning technology innovatively. If you’re ready to enhance your career, Columbus State Community College’s Artificial Intelligence program is a flexible, noncredit program designed to grow in-demand skills and experience for application in the digital economy.
Registration opens October 14th
Program Dates: January 15, 2025 - September 3, 2025
Program Length: 30 weeks
Class Times: Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Live online)
Prerequisites:
Students are expected to have a working knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL, and
Python programming. You qualify if you have completed Columbus State's IT Certificate
programs in Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, or Software Development (or equivalent
certifications and degrees).
Course Sequence:
For certification, students complete the first three courses and then choose between
the AI for Manufacturing OR AI Natural Language Processing courses.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence $520 (6 weeks)
Introduction to Machine Learning 1 $520 (6 weeks)
Introduction to Machine Learning II $520 (6 weeks)
Artificial Intelligence for Manufacturing $1,040 (12 weeks) OR
Artificial Intelligence for Natural Language Processing $1,040 (12 weeks)
Total program cost: $2,600
Each course billed separately. Tuition due upon registration for each course.
To express interest and to be notified of upcoming availability, please Request Information.
What You’ll Learn:
Our 30-week program will provide you with an overview of AI and machine learning tools and techniques. You will gain expertise in applying Computer Vision, Generative AI, and Natural Language Processing tools in combination with mathematical, statistical, and logical reasoning skills. A final capstone project and learning portfolio will provide you with opportunities to demonstrate mastery in these tools and techniques by applying them to a real-world problem.
AI Certificate Courses
Foundation Courses
6 weeks
This course introduces the basic uses of artificial intelligence with both practical
examples and software coding tutorials. Students learn about the technical, moral,
ethical, regulatory, and professional expectations of using AI, in addition to working
with low-code and no-code AI tools and techniques to learn basic AI concepts including
the difference between general artificial intelligence and machine learning, supervised
and unsupervised learning, and various AI models. This foundation course may be taken
as a stand-alone introductory course, and it is required as part of the overall AI
Certificate learning objectives.
6 weeks
The first course in the Machine Learning series of courses in this program introduces
students to Python applications in data acquisition, supervised and unsupervised learning,
and in-depth data modeling. Students will learn through practical examples and labs
using a combination of software code, low code, and no-code tools. This foundation
course may be taken as a standalone introductory course, and it is required as part
of the overall AI Certificate learning objectives.
6 weeks
The second course in the Machine Learning series introduces students to additional
concepts in machine learning algorithms, including reinforcement learning and neural
networks, deep learning, and a larger machine learning group project. This foundation
course may be taken as a stand-alone introductory course, and it is required as part
of the overall AI Certificate learning objectives.
Core Courses
Choose one of the following:
12 weeks
This course prepares you to work with Natural Language Processing (NLP) models and
tools in real-world applications of such technology. Students first learn how to explain
how to acquire, curate, visualize, and build pipelines for natural language models
such as the technologies behind chatbots, ChatGPT, and other large language models.
You also learn to perform in-depth NLP model development, work as a team on a group
capstone project, and how to prepare learning portfolios using combinations of Git,
SQL, Python, and Jupyter Notebooks software tools.
12 weeks
This course introduces you to the applications of AI in the manufacturing industry.
You will explore AI industry use cases and techniques such as quality monitoring,
predictive maintenance, and demand forecasting. The course also reviews AI ethical
concerns and guides students to develop responsible AI. You also practice the AI project
cycle and its usability in manufacturing applications in preparation for a group capstone
project and development of individual learning portfolios.