The future is now.
In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies are continuously reshaping the landscape of businesses and organizations, the imperative lies in bridging the divide between theoretical understanding and practical application. Our Bachelor of Applied Information Technology: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program is crafted to provide you with hands-on experiences, enabling you to effectively leverage the capabilities of AI and ML to address real-world challenges.
Upon completing this program, you will emerge as a well-prepared professional, equipped to navigate the ever-evolving IT landscape with finesse, thus becoming an indispensable asset to potential employers. This program is purposefully designed to elevate your expertise within the dynamic realm of AI and ML by integrating theory and practice.
Building upon the strong foundation laid by our existing Software Development (Co-op) three-year diploma, this program extends a unique opportunity for you to dig deep into the captivating domains of artificial intelligence and machine learning during an additional one-year specialization.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will possess a formidable skill set and a comprehensive knowledge base that will empower you to excel. By undertaking the Bachelor of Applied Information Technology: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program, you position yourself to make a significant impact within industry.
Your contributions will stimulate innovation and play a pivotal role in the success of organizations in an increasingly data-driven world.
Program Highlights:
- Create end-to-end applications—from analysis to maintenance
- Implement AI and ML solutions that drive innovation
- Teach machines to understand and extract information from visual data like images and videos
- Utilize algorithms to process data and recognize patterns for machine learning tasks
- Innovate and create in a specialized lab designed for accelerating AI computations and advanced machine learning models
Did you Know?
- The demand is growing for AI and ML Professionals, with the World Economic Forum[1] predicting 75% of companies globally planning to implement some form of AI and ML.
- According to Forbes[2], employers value professionals who can leverage data-driven insights and automation to solve complex problems.
- Specializing in the AI and ML field allows you to be part of a growing field[3] with cutting-edge projects and contribute to ground-breaking advancements.
- The skills you acquire are not only applicable locally, but nationally and worldwide, making it easier to find job opportunities globally.
- By 2025 over 97 million jobs[4] worldwide will be created due to AI.
- As of August 2023, there are over 1500 AI startups[5] in Canada.
OJBECTIVES
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Applied Information Technology: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning graduates will be able to:
- Operate with efficiency in the information and communication technology sector
- Address ethical and legal considerations in AI development
- Demonstrate effective communication skills, a capacity for leadership, adaptability, responsible teamwork, quality assurance and cooperation in problem-solving
- Develop full-stack applications through analysis, design, testing, deployment, and maintenance
- Implement machine learning models to solve real-world problems
- Utilize deep learning and neural networks for image recognition, speech recognition, and natural language processing
- Manage datasets
- Create effective data visualizations to communicate insights
- Develop computer vision models for image analysis
- Apply application security best practices when developing applications
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for direct admission to Year-4 of the Bachelor of Applied Information Technology: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program requires the applicant to meet the following academic criteria:
Completion of the College of the North Atlantic’s Software Development (Co-op) or equivalent three-year program provided they:
a. Have graduated within the last five (5) academic years from date of application
or:
b. Have graduated previous to the last five (5) academic years and have recent related and verifiable experience in the industry
Graduation from a recognized College or University with a diploma or degree in Information Technology with a concentration in programming languages, systems analysis and design, databases, and full-stack development may also be considered for advanced standing.
Applicants not meeting the above direct entry requirements may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.