The Applied Artificial Intelligence program equips students with the technical, ethical, and interdisciplinary foundations needed to design, deploy, and evaluate Artificial Intelligence systems in real-world contexts. Students engage in hands-on coursework that integrates computing, data science, and ethical reasoning, with opportunities to apply their learning through applied projects and practical experiences rather than purely theoretical research. Graduates emerge as thoughtful practitioners who combine technical competence with Christian-informed values, prepared to steward Artificial Intelligence responsibly in service to industry, society, and the common good.
Program Learning Outcomes
By fulfilling all of the course requirements for the Bachelor's of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence, students will be able to:
- Students demonstrate knowledge of biblical teachings and explore how these information ethical AI development. They reflect on how Christian values guide ethical decisions in AI, addressing issues like privacy, transparency, and accountability. Students apply Christian beliefs to evaluate their role as stewards of AI, understanding their work in AI as part of a calling that serves humanity and aligns with God’s purpose.
- Graduates apply Christ-like compassion by creating AI that addresses global challenges, emphasizing the numerous fields that Computer Science influences. They recognize the diversity of cultures, creating AI systems that respect varied perspectives and avoid biases while adhering to a Bible based Christian foundation. Emphasis is placed on responsible AI usage, fostering equitable access to AI technologies that support community wellbeing and ethical resource management.
- Students combine knowledge from ethics, data science, and theology to navigate complex AI challenges. They apply skills from disciplines such as philosophy, law, and communication to develop human-centered AI applications. They apply skills from disciplines such as philosophy, law, and communication to develop human-centered AI applications.
- Graduates analyze data-driven outcomes critically and consider ethical implications in AI, including potential societal impacts. They propose and evaluate AI-driven solutions to complex issues while upholding Christian values and Biblical truth. Students are trained in self-reflection to continuously assess and improve their approach to problem-solving within a Christian faith-informed framework.
- Graduates communicate AI concepts effectively in written and spoken formats, presenting information transparently and with integrity. They excel in teamwork, navigating diverse views to articulate AI’s societal role from a Christian perspective. Students learn to translate technical AI knowledge for non-specialists, promoting informed and ethical use of AI.
- Graduates skillfully interpret and explain AI data outcomes, fostering understanding of AI’s impact across fields. They analyze AI patterns to draw meaningful conclusions, applying statistical and qualitative insights in alignment with ethical principles. Students assess AI developments for fairness and moral impact, striving for responsible AI innovation that serves humanity under God’s guidance.
Plan - Applied Artificial Intelligence
Plan of Study Grid
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| CSC 1070 |
Theory and Fundamentals of Computer Science |
3 |
| CSC 2000 |
Coding I - Fundamentals |
3 |
| CCE 1010 |
Christian Citizen |
3 |
| ENG 1040 |
Introduction to Writing |
3 |
|
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| CSC 2050 |
Coding II - Algorithms |
3 |
| CSC 2400 |
Machine Learning and Robotics |
3 |
| CCE 1030 |
Western Thought & Worldview |
3 |
| REL 1000 |
The Bible |
3 |
| HHP 1100 |
Stewardship of the Body |
1 |
| | Hours | 13 |
| Semester 3 |
|---|
| CSC 3010 |
Computational Dilemmas |
3 |
| CSC 3030 |
Database Fundamentals |
3 |
| CSC 3400 |
Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
| CCE 1020 |
Western Culture & Worldview |
3 |
|
4 |
| | Hours | 16 |
| Semester 4 |
|---|
| CSC 4410 |
Adv Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
|
3 |
| CSC 3070 |
Software Engineering |
3 |
| CCE 1040 |
Science & Humanity |
3 |
| REL 1100 |
Christian Faith |
3 |
|
1 |
| | Hours | 16 |
| Semester 5 |
|---|
| CSC 3020 |
User Experience and Interactive Systems |
3 |
| CSC 3500 |
Emerging Technologies in Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
| CSC 3050 |
Operating Systems |
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 6 |
|---|
| COMM 3600 |
Artificial Intelligence Governance |
3 |
| CSC 4060 |
Advanced Database and Web Development |
3 |
| CSC 3600 |
Cybersecurity |
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 7 |
|---|
| CSC 4950 |
Capstone Project |
3 |
| PHIL 3700 |
Philosophy of Mind |
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 8 |
|---|
| PHIL 3100 |
The AI Dilemma: Ethical Issues in Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
| CSC 4900 |
Internship |
1 |
|
3-5 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
2 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| | Total Hours | 120 |
Course options and schedule are subject to change.
Plan - MSBA Fast Track for Applied Artificial Intelligence majors
Plan of Study Grid
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| CSC 1070 |
Theory and Fundamentals of Computer Science |
3 |
| CSC 2000 |
Coding I - Fundamentals |
3 |
| CCE 1010 |
Christian Citizen |
3 |
| ENG 1040 |
Introduction to Writing |
3 |
|
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| CSC 2050 |
Coding II - Algorithms |
3 |
| CSC 2400 |
Machine Learning and Robotics |
3 |
| CCE 1030 |
Western Thought & Worldview |
3 |
| REL 1000 |
The Bible |
3 |
| HHP 1100 |
Stewardship of the Body |
1 |
| | Hours | 13 |
| Semester 3 |
|---|
| CSC 3010 |
Computational Dilemmas |
3 |
| CSC 3030 |
Database Fundamentals |
3 |
| CSC 3400 |
Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
| CCE 1020 |
Western Culture & Worldview |
3 |
|
4 |
| | Hours | 16 |
| Semester 4 |
|---|
| CSC 4410 |
Adv Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
|
3 |
| CSC 3070 |
Software Engineering |
3 |
| CCE 1040 |
Science & Humanity |
3 |
| REL 1100 |
Christian Faith |
3 |
|
1 |
| | Hours | 16 |
| Semester 5 |
|---|
| CSC 3020 |
User Experience and Interactive Systems |
3 |
| CSC 3500 |
Emerging Technologies in Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
| CSC 3050 |
Operating Systems |
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 6 |
|---|
| COMM 3600 |
Artificial Intelligence Governance |
3 |
| CSC 4060 |
Advanced Database and Web Development |
3 |
| CSC 3600 |
Cybersecurity |
3 |
|
3 |
| BUAN 4850 |
Business Data Analytics Programming with Visualization |
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 7 |
|---|
| CSC 4950 |
Capstone Project |
3 |
| PHIL 3700 |
Philosophy of Mind |
3 |
|
3 |
| BUAN 5000 |
Introduction to Coding, Programming, and Databases for Analytics |
3 |
| BUAN 4900 |
Analytics and the Digital Economy |
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 8 |
|---|
| PHIL 3100 |
The AI Dilemma: Ethical Issues in Artificial Intelligence |
3 |
| CSC 4900 |
Internship |
1 |
|
3-5 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
2 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| | Total Hours | 120 |
Course options and schedule are subject to change.
