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OAKLAND, Calif., August 14, 2023 – Laney College will offer students introductory courses in Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics (AIDA) beginning this fall, to get students started on a pathway that will lead to careers in this exciting and innovative field. Laney becomes one of the first community colleges in the state with such a program. Laney’s partnerships with industry leaders including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Intel, and Google will help prepare students for a career in the field or to transfer to a four-year school for additional study.
Faculty at Laney College in Oakland have taken a proactive approach to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving technology landscape by introducing the innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics (DA) curriculum — AIDA. These courses will provide students and learners with the skills needed for their latest careers, which are being revolutionized through AI and machine learning (ML) advancements.
AI and Data Analytics have emerged as dynamic fields with a soaring demand for skilled professionals who can harness the potential of these technologies. These disciplines are already reshaping diverse industries from healthcare to finance and retail, and their influence continues to expand.
With the ongoing advancements in AI and ML, the demand for adept professionals in these domains has set to surge and to reinforce the significance of acquiring AI and ML skills now.
“Learning AI and ML skills comes with significant advantages because these skills are the MUST HAVE for the next generation of professionals in all areas of employment,” remarks Tuan Nguyen, one of the instructors leading the initiative. “Employers demand AI/ML upskilling to prepare for their next product releases and service updates, and professionals can upskill with AI training and AI-based tools. The world is changing with AI.”
Interested students should enroll now in CIS 96F: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning and/or MATH 118: Foundations in Data Science. In addition, under Peralta Community College District’s “Fall is Free” program, there are no class fees in this fall semester for California residents who complete the federal financial aid application or the California Dream Act application.
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