Contact

Jeff Saltz
Program Director
(315)-443-2911
igrad@syr.edu

Website

https://ischool.syracuse.edu/academics/applied-human-centered-artificial-intelligence-masters-degree/

Overview

The 31-credit Applied Human Centered AI Master’s degree prepares students to use advanced machine learning packages and APIs with a human-centered approach across a range of domains (ex. business, government). At the heart of the program is a focus on the intricacies of the human-AI interaction and how to use AI packages (such as OpenAI LLMs), ensuring students are adept at utilizing Generative AI and other deep learning libraries in an ethical and effective manner. With a strong emphasis on hands-on projects, students will conclude the program by creating and reflecting on their application portfolio, showcasing their practical expertise and knowledge. In short, this program is designed to equip students with both the technical AI programming skills and the human-centered perspective needed to build responsible and user-friendly AI applications.

After completing the program, students will be able to:

1. Develop robust AI applications by harnessing deep learning libraries and APIs.
2. Describe potential ethical considerations that might arise when developing AI applications.
3. Articulate the complexities of human-AI interaction to improve human-AI collaboration.
4. Reflect upon and critically assess existing and potential AI applications.

Program Requirements

Data Science

Cloud Computing

Self-Guided

Students can select any three IST graduate-level courses (9 credits) that provide a coherent experience related to Applied HCAI.  Students should consult with the program director to ensure the appropriateness of the courses and consider how they will add to their knowledge and skillset.  Courses outside of the iSchool must receive permission prior to registration.