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AI Literacy and Practice (Certificate)

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Prepare for an AI-powered future. Explore the foundations of artificial intelligence through a multidisciplinary curriculum that combines critical analysis, ethical considerations, and practical application.

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  • Certificate
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  • Bloomsburg
  • Lock Haven
  • Mansfield
  • Online
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Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, communicate, solve problems, and make decisions across every industry. The Certificate in AI Literacy and Practice equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand, evaluate, and responsibly use AI technologies in academic, professional, and everyday settings. Through a combination of foundational concepts and real-world application, students examine how AI systems work, assess their opportunities and limitations, and develop practical skills for using AI tools effectively and ethically.

Courses and Curriculum

AI Literacy and Practice Certificate Requirements

  • 9 credits required for certificate completion
  • Students should meet with their academic advisor each semester and use Degree Works to monitor their individual progress toward completion of the certificate.

Certificate Requirements

  Certificate Progress: Enrolled students can review program requirements and track progress toward certificate completion using the university’s degree audit and advising tool, Degree Works.

Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to:

  1. Explain foundational concepts, technologies, capabilities, and limitations of artificial intelligence and their relevance across multiple domains.
  2. Analyze AI-related issues and their societal, economic, cultural, professional, and/or organizational implications.
  3. Apply AI tools and techniques to accomplish discipline-relevant tasks.
Commonwealth University’s M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology program is helping graduate students stay competitive in a rapidly changing field.

Getting Ahead With AI

Karl Kapp and Commonwealth University's M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology program have expanded the curriculum to include specialized artificial intelligence courses that explore chatbots, agents, avatars, and responsible AI use. The additions are designed to help students develop practical AI skills and understand how emerging technologies are being applied across industries.

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