Overview
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Introduction to Computer Science Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming nearly every industry, from healthcare and finance to cybersecurity, robotics, manufacturing, and education. The Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (CSAI) degree prepares students with the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to develop intelligent software systems and understand the technologies shaping the future.
Degree & Certificate Options
This program offers the following Associate of Science* degree:
- Computer Science Artificial Intelligence, (A.S.)
*Note: To see other Computer Science degree programs, go to Computer Science XR and Cybersecurity Investigations.
Program Goals
Students in the CSAI program build a strong foundation in computer programming, algorithms, data structures, and software development while exploring specialized topics such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and generative AI. Through hands-on projects, students learn to design, train, evaluate, and deploy AI models using modern programming languages and industry-standard tools.
Curriculum
Admissions Requirements
Applicants for admission to the Computer Science Artificial Intelligence degree program must comply with general college admission requirements. You must also provide a High School transcript or participate in an interview with an MCC Admissions Counselor.
There are no other specific program admissions requirements.
Technical Standards
Most physical requirements necessary for this program can be accommodated with appropriate documentation.
Curriculum – Required Courses
Course Sequencing
Degree Program – First Year
Degree Program – Second Year
Outcomes
Acquired Skills
When you graduate from this program you will:
- Develop AI-powered applications and intelligent software solutions.
- Analyze and interpret data using machine learning techniques.
- Build and evaluate predictive models.
- Understand the ethical and societal implications of artificial intelligence.
Employment Opportunities
Computer science remains one of the fastest growing fields, with a projected shortage of qualified job candidates for programmers, networkers, database professionals, AI and XR professionals and web designers.
Students with a Computer Science Artificial Intelligence degree typically work as a:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist
- IoT Developer
- Mobile App Developer
- Software Engineer
Potential Salary*
Computer Science remains one of the fastest growing fields, with a projected shortage of qualified job candidates for programmers, networkers, web designers and AI, XR or database professionals.
There is a wide range of jobs in the computer science and artificial intelligence industries. See below for the national average annual salary range for an Information Security Analyst.
| ENTRY-LEVEL | MID-RANGE | EXPERIENCED |
| $88,072 | $130,539 | $186,388 |
*Career Coach 2024
Outgoing Transfer Opportunities
Students enrolled in this program can transfer to 4-year colleges and universities like:
- Plymouth State University
- Rivier University
- University of New Hampshire
- …and many more