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Artificial Intelligence – Honours Bachelor – NEW

 $2,500 ENTRANCE AWARD FOR 2021

Credential
Bachelor’s degree (honours)
Location
Oshawa campus
School
School of Business, IT & Management (BITM)
Length
Eight semesters
OCAS Code
HBAI
Next Intake
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Program Overview

Developed in response to the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business processes globally, the Honours Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence program will teach you skills, tools, and techniques to design AI solutions.

A comprehensive mix of courses, that not only focus on technical theory but also on topics including legal, social, and corporate responsibility, as well as a field placement and capstone project, will teach you project management, as well as critical and analytical thinking skills.

Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
  • Six Grade 12 U or M courses with a combined minimum average of 65% including:
    • Grade 12 U English with a final minimum grade of 60%
    • Grade 12 U Math with a final minimum grade of 60%
  • Recommended: Calculus and Vectors, Advanced Functions

OR

  • Six post-secondary credits with a combined minimum average of 65% including:
    • College or university English or communications with a final minimum grade of 60%
    • College or university math with a final minimum grade of 60%
  • Recommended: Calculus and Vectors, Advanced Functions

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    Tuition

    Durham College is awaiting confirmation of the annual tuition fees for this program from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. The Ministry has yet to release the 2021-2022 Tuition Framework. Until that framework is released, we can only provide estimated tuition.

    Domestic students should plan for an annual (2 semester) fee of $6,873.

    International students should plan for an annual (2 semester) fee of $17,685.

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    Semester 1 Courses

    • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
    • Statistics
    • Introduction to Information Systems
    • Introduction to Computer Programming
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective

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    Field placement
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    Ministry Consent

    Durham College has been granted consent by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to offer this honours degree for a seven-year term starting January 7, 2021. In conformity with the Minister’s criteria and requirements, DC will submit an application for the renewal of the consent for this program 12 months prior to the expiration of the consent. DC will ensure that all students admitted to this program will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.

    Intakes and Availability

    Date Domestic Availability International Availability
    September 2021OpenOpen

    Career Options

    WHAT YOU COULD BE:

    • AI, data or machine-learning engineer
    • Automation architect
    • Big data developer
    • Business intelligence analyst
    • Data analyst
    • Data analytics developer
    • Data Scientist
    • Deep learning engineer

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    Program Details

    Thanks to a strong foundation in computer science, mathematics, and statistics to ensure the effective use of artificial intelligence (AI) and Machine-Learning algorithms, techniques, and tools, you will be able to solve complex real-world problems and to deliver measurable business value as an integral member of a cross-functional team, designing and developing advanced AI-driven solutions.

    Program Learning Outcomes

    1. Evaluate data requirements and technical approaches for building an AI solution by using systems analysis to align to business and client concerns.
    2. Analyze and evaluate the nature and quality of input data to prepare data for selected machine learning algorithms.
    3. Build machine learning models by evaluating input data and identifying features that meet the needs of the project.
    4. Evaluate technical performance metrics, feasibility, legal, privacy, security, and explainability requirements for each candidate design to select the socially responsible, best performing, and technically appropriate AI solution for solving a business problem.
    5. Design and develop simulated environments according to project specifications for testing the effectiveness of machine learning models.
    6. Evaluate and provide justification for machine learning model outputs by referencing algorithmic explainability and prediction interpretability to ensure transparency and accountability.
    7. Utilize data visualization techniques and user interaction designs to create communication material for AI solutions, products, and user experiences for a variety of stakeholders.
    8. Adhere to ethical frameworks and legal guidelines to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and compliance in the delivery of AI solutions and recommendations.
    9. Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team to coordinate project deliverables by applying professional communication, teambuilding and leadership skills, and project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
    10. Develop software systems using modern programming languages, techniques, and tools for deploying on different platforms.
    11. Develop strategies to pursue continuing education and professional development opportunities to enhance research skills and knowledge and skills in the field.

    Admission Requirements

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
    • Six Grade 12 U or M courses with a combined minimum average of 65% including:
      • Grade 12 U English with a final minimum grade of 60%
      • Grade 12 U Math with a final minimum grade of 60%
    • Recommended: Calculus and Vectors, Advanced Functions

    OR

    • Six post-secondary credits with a combined minimum average of 65% including:
      • College or university English or communications with a final minimum grade of 60%
      • College or university math with a final minimum grade of 60%
    • Recommended: Calculus and Vectors, Advanced Functions

    Courses

    The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyCampus.

    Semester 1

    • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
    • Statistics
    • Introduction to Information Systems
    • Introduction to Computer Programming
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective

    Semester 2

    • Introduction to Data Science
    • Discrete Math
    • Linear Algebra
    • Programming for Artificial Intelligence
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective

    Semester 3

    • Introduction to Machine Learning
    • Calculus
    • Data Structures and Algorithms
    • Ethics and Privacy in Artificial Intelligence
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective

    Semester 4

    • Machine Learning - Classification
    • Machine Learning - Regression
    • Data Management
    • Systems Analysis and Design
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective

    Semester 5

    • Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks
    • Data Visualization
    • Human-Computer Interaction
    • Societal and Legal Issues in Artificial Intelligence
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective

    Semester 6

    • Machine Learning – Clustering and Dimensionality Reduction
    • Computer Vision
    • Natural Language Processing
    • Research Methods
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective
    • Field Placement

    Semester 7

    • Advanced Neural Networks: Deep Learning for Sequential Analysis
    • Advanced Neural Networks: Deep Learning for Spatial Analysis
    • Deploying Artificial Intelligence Systems
    • Project Management
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective

    Semester 8

    • Reinforcement Learning
    • Special Topics: Agile Artificial Intelligence
    • Business Application of Artificial Intelligence
    • Capstone Project
    • Non-Core Breadth Elective

    Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2020-21 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes. Students should refer to their timetable for the most up-to-date course information.

    Costs

    Durham College is awaiting confirmation of the annual tuition fees for this program from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. The Ministry has yet to release the 2021-2022 Tuition Framework. Until that framework is released, we can only provide estimated tuition. Domestic students should plan for an annual (2 semester) fee of $6,873. International students should plan for an annual (2 semester) fee of $17,685.

    Career Options

    WHAT YOU COULD BE:

    • AI, data or machine-learning engineer
    • Automation architect
    • Big data developer
    • Business intelligence analyst
    • Data analyst
    • Data analytics developer
    • Data Scientist
    • Deep learning engineer

    WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

    • Technology companies
    • Start-ups
    • Financial institutions
    • Healthcare providers
    • Research organizations

    Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials

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    Entrance Award

    All eligible applicants to the Honours Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence degree program in September 2021, with a combined minimum non-weighted average of 80% in the courses required for admission, will receive a $2,500 first-year entrance award when they accept their offer of admission and register for classes.

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