Faculty-Initiated Interdisciplinary Courses

The Interdisciplinary Studies Committee has approved the following Faculty-Initiated Interdisciplinary Courses. Some are not offered on a regular basis and, therefore, the schedule of classes should be consulted to determine if a course is being offered. The instructor should be contacted for further information about the course.

U UNI 118 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (1)
With the increase in access to data, computing power technologies, and improved algorithms, we are witnessing a surge in artificial intelligence (AI) innovations across all industry and government sectors. These technologies include machine learning, natural language processing, robotics, and image processing. This one-credit course is an introduction to artificial intelligence, including its history, technical terminology, and key concepts underlying intelligent computer systems. The course highlights the latest generation of artificial intelligence technology applications and their effects. It will highlight important concepts, principles and tools relating to the use of data and algorithms In the AI field. Students will learn about the strengths and weaknesses of human decision-making and learning, in conjunction with AI innovations to address the social, ethical and legal implications of AI technologies.

U UNI 150 Selected Interdisciplinary Topics (1–4; as approved)
Experimental class, the subject varying with instructors and the term offered. Course is designed to present a large body of information without expecting a mastery of detail (e.g., as in a survey course) or to present general theoretical or methodological approaches (e.g., as in a foundations course). See special announcements of courses to be offered under this heading. May be repeated for credit if content varies. Topic must be approved by the Vice Provost of Undergraduate Education and the Interdisciplinary Studies Committee of the Undergraduate Academic Council. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.

U UNI 350 Selected Interdisciplinary Topics (1–4; as approved)
Experimental class, the subject varying with instructors and the term offered. Course content should be beyond the introductory or survey level and the course should require prior academic achievement and/or experience related to the topic. May be repeated when content varies. Topic must be approved by the Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Education and the Interdisciplinary Studies Committee of the Undergraduate Academic Council. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.