AI Skills Building

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At Case Western Reserve University, we recognize the critical importance of offering diverse educational pathways in Artificial Intelligence (AI), empowering every individual in our community—from students and faculty to alumni and lifelong learners—to engage with this transformative technology at their own level and pace. Whether one seeks to develop future AI innovations, explore interdisciplinary applications of AI, or simply gain foundational literacy, our programs are designed to meet these varied needs.​

Empowering Our Campus Community and Beyond with Generative AI Education

Flexible Learning Experiences for All Backgrounds

Our offerings include introductory opportunities for the tech-savvy and the tech-curious alike, allowing students and community members to grasp AI’s essentials without a technical background. Students can choose informal learning experiences, enroll in courses that apply AI within various disciplines, pursue specialized minors or majors, supplement current degrees with transcriptable certificate programs, or engage in an interdisciplinary program exploring AI at the rich intersection of Humanities and Technology. This flexibility ensures that everyone has the chance to explore AI in ways that fit their interests and goals.

Continuous Learning for Alumni and Community Members

For alumni and community members, our lifelong learning opportunities provide a continuous path to stay updated, allowing them to explore generative AI’s evolving potential throughout their careers.​

Creating a Culture of Innovation and Adaptability

By creating multiple pathways to engage with generative AI, we equip our campus community with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a technology-driven world while fostering a culture of innovation and adaptability that extends far beyond the classroom.​

Accessible Resources for Foundational and Advanced AI Skills

These resources for AI skills building are available for all entry levels and focus on developing essential skills, regardless of credentialing interests.​

CWRU Programs & Degrees

Undergraduate Degrees in AI

  • AI Minor – Offered through Computer Science and Data Sciences, this minor provides foundational and advanced AI skills.
  • New Major in Artificial Intelligence (In Development) – A major focused on Computer Science and Data Sciences.
  • New Major in Humanities and Technology (In Development) – An interdisciplinary major at the interface of humanities and AI technology.

AI Course Offerings

Explore our diverse AI course offerings designed to provide both foundational and specialized skills:

  • Responsible AI – Courses examining the ethical implications and societal impacts of AI technologies.
  • AI in Medical Imaging – Courses applying AI techniques to enhance diagnostic practices.
  • Introduction to AI and Machine Learning – Foundational courses covering essential machine learning concepts and techniques.
  • Advanced AI – Practical courses that equip students with skills for careers in data science, analytics, and technology, with applications in business and manufacturing.
  • AI in the Humanities – Introducing programming in Python, natural language processing, and machine learning for applications in the arts.

These courses together offer a comprehensive framework for understanding and applying AI across multiple disciplines.

Specialized AI Programs and Learning Pathways

  • Discipline-Specific Applications of AI – Courses tailored for applying AI within specific fields.
  • AI Tools-Friendly Courses – Courses that encourage students to explore generative AI tools to augment and enhance learning outcomes.
  • Executive Education in AI – Certificate programs for professionals seeking advanced knowledge in AI.
  • Online Master’s Degree – A flexible, in-depth program designed for a broad AI education.
  • Lifelong Learning: AI Boot Camp – An intensive program for alumni and community members to gain hands-on AI skills.