AI and Data Technology

Location(s): Harrison County Campus

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(Harrison County Campus)

Data analysts formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. Professionals in this field may collect and analyze data and develop decision-support software, services, or products. They may also develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

This program leads to an Associate of Applied Science Degree and is preparatory for employment upon graduation from MGCCC. Where a transfer to four-year college or university is desired, a conference should be scheduled with an MGCCC advisor.

All students completing a career or technical program must complete an MGCCC Board-approved Technical Skills Attainment where applicable. Students should see an advisor for further details.

Students in the AI and Data Technology Program have the option to obtain the Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Technology Certificate (16 hours) by successfully completing the following courses.

IST 1914 - Introduction to IoT
IST 1344 - IoT Fundamentals: Connecting Things
IST 1924 - IoT Installations
IST 1934 - Special Projects in IoT

AI and Data Technology Certificate

Semester One

IST 2293 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Credit(s): 3
IST 1744 - SAS Programming I Credit(s): 4
IST 2734 - Data Visualization and Marketing Credit(s): 4
IST 1134 - CCNA 1: Intro to Networks Credit(s): 4
OR
IST 1914 - Introduction to IoT Credit(s): 4

Semester Two

Technical Elective Credit(s): 3*
IST 2744 - SAS Programming II Credit(s): 4
IST 1733 - Data Analysis Using Excel Credit(s): 3
IST 1723 - Programming in Python Credit(s): 3
IST 2563 - Introduction to Machine Learning Credit(s): 3

Total Credits: 31

AI and Data Technology Diploma

Semester Three

IST 1513 - SQL Programming Credit(s): 3
IST 1163 - Database and SQL Concepts Credit(s): 3
IST 1143 - Principles of Cloud Security Credit(s): 3
OR
IST 1624 - Network Security Fundamentals Credit(s): 4
IST 2283 - Natural Language Processing Credit(s): 3
IST 2653 - AI for Computer Vision Credit(s): 3

Total Credits: 15/16

Total Clock Hours: 1,245

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Semester Four

ENG 1113 /1114 English Composition I or ENG 1033 Technical English Credit(s): 3/4
SPT 1113 - Public Speaking I Credit(s): 3 or LLS 1721 - Employment Readiness and SPT 2172 - Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3
Math/Natural Science Elective Credit(s): 3/4**
Social/Behavioral Science Elective Credit(s): 3
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Credit(s): 3

Total Credits: 15/17

Note:

Please refer to “The Credit by Non-Traditional Means ” section of this catalog regarding stipulations for receiving articulated credit.

*Any instructor/school chair approved field related elective.

** MAT 1033 - Technical Mathematics , MAT 1313 - College Algebra or Higher or Any Lab Science.