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AI Skills Building

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Training for the Future

At Case Western Reserve University, we are committed to preparing our community for an AI-driven future. Our diverse educational pathways in AI are designed to equip students, faculty, alumni, and lifelong learners with the skills they need to thrive in tomorrow’s workforce. Whether aiming to drive AI innovation, explore its interdisciplinary applications, or build foundational literacy, our programs cater to all levels and interests.

Empowering Our Campus Community and Beyond with Generative AI Education

Learning Pathways for All

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We offer flexible AI learning pathways for all levels—whether you're just starting out or seeking advanced expertise. Students can explore AI through introductory courses, interdisciplinary programs, or pursue specialized minors, majors, and certificate options. Our lifelong learning opportunities also support alumni and community members in staying current with AI’s evolving role in the workforce. By fostering a culture of innovation, we equip our community with the skills needed to adapt and thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.​​

AI Course Offerings

The featured courses provide a range of opportunities to build a comprehensive framework for understanding and applying AI skills and perspectives across diverse disciplines. Detailed course registration information is available in SIS.

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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.

Specialized AI Programs

  • Getting Started with Generative AI​ in Education - this self-paced course, offers a concise foundation in generative artificial intelligence. Completion is expected to take three to four hours. Developed in response to the CWRU AI Task Force report released by the Faculty Senate and Office of the Provost, is a collaborative effort by [U]Tech TLT, Kelvin Smith Library, the University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education, and faculty members. Learn more and enroll in the course.
  • Teaching and Learning with Generative Artificial Intelligence Systems - this provides guidance for integrating Gen AI into teaching and learning. It highlights strategies to incorporate Gen AI tools in the classroom, ensuring they align with pedagogical goals and foster student engagement. The resource also covers the ethical considerations of using AI.