Minor in Applied Artificial Intelligence
Applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) are permeating nearly every aspect of society, from healthcare diagnostics, financial analysis, and transportation optimization to enhancing educational methodologies, driving innovations in entertainment, and shaping more efficient and personalized customer experiences. The Applied AI minor is available to all undergraduate students at Iowa State University. It provides foundational knowledge on the use of AI using low-code or no-code tools available to a wide range of users. A useful analogy is that of being able to drive a car versus produce it or perform work under the hood. The minor also helps students understand the ethical, social, cultural, and economic implications of increased AI use.
The minor in Applied Artificial Intelligence requires the completion of 15 credit hours, including a 6 credit core plus 9 additional credits selected from the approved list.
Students with strong backgrounds in logical or quantitative reasoning who are interested in learning basic AI and machine learning techniques and applying AI methods to solve practical problems may be interested in the Artificial Intelligence Undergraduate Minor.
MINOR
The minor in Applied Artificial Intelligence requires the completion of 15 credit hours, including a 6 credit core plus 9 additional credits selected from the approved list.
| AI 2010 | Introduction to Applied AI | 3 |
| AI 2020 | Ethical Design, Use, and Impact of AI | 3 |
| Choose 9 additional credits from the list below | 9 | |
| Data Science and Analytics for Agricultural and Biosystem Engineers | ||
| Anthropology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) | ||
| Principles of Artificial Intelligence | ||
| Introduction to Machine Learning | ||
| Motion Planning for Robotics and Autonomous Systems | ||
| Communication in a Digital World | ||
DES 2500 Specified Section | Design Intersections - Only topic of AI in Art and Design | |
| Introduction to Data Science | ||
| Applied Data Modeling and Predictive Analysis | ||
| Economics of Innovation | ||
EDUC 4540 Specified Section | Emerging Topics in Educational Technology - Only topic of Introduction to AI in Education | |
| Machine learning: A Signal Processing Perspective | ||
| Image Analysis using Machine Learning | ||
| Artificial Intelligence and Writing | ||
| Data Mining | ||
| Big Data Analytics and Optimization | ||
| Communication Technology and Social Change | ||
| Mathematical Principles of Data Science | ||
| Design and Analysis of Cyber-Physical Systems | ||
| Introduction to Business Analytics | ||
| Advanced Business Analytics | ||
MKT 4560X | Digital Marketing Analytics | |
| Philosophy of Technology | ||
| Human Factors in Technology | ||
At least 6 credits must be in courses numbered 3000 or above. At least 3 credits must be taken at Iowa State University.
At least 3 credits used for the minor cannot be used to meet any other department, college or university requirement.
Courses taken for a minor may not be taken on a pass-not pass basis.
The Applied Artificial Intelligence Undergraduate Minor is an LAS Minor. In addition to University policies governing minors, LAS minors require at least 6 credits in courses numbered 3000 and above, with a grade of C or higher.