Generative AI Principles and Practice

CIP Code

110102

GAP1 (202612)

Program Description

This program provides a comprehensive foundation in generative AI, focusing on its methods, prompt engineering, and ethical considerations. Participants will gain essential skills in leveraging generative AI technologies effectively and responsibly. The curriculum covers the core processes behind generative AI, techniques for crafting and refining prompts, and an in-depth exploration of ethical practices and societal impacts. Graduates will be equipped to navigate and apply generative AI in diverse, real-world contexts.

Program Specific Information

Students are accepted each semester based on course and space availability.

Additional Requirements for Admission

No Advisor Approval Needed.

Program Length & Availability

1 Semesters

Campus Availability: Hall, Forsyth, Online

Financial Aid

This program is NOT eligible for the Pell Grant but may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.

Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.

Admissions Requirements

Must be 16 years of age. 

High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission. (Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)

Request official ACCUPLACER, SAT, or ACT test scores be sent to the Admissions Office or refer to our Admissions Assessment Procedure found here for more options: Admissions Testing – Lanier Technical College.

Curriculum

Program-Specific- Total of 10 Credit Hours

CIST 1800

3

CIST 1801

4

CIST 1802

3

CIST Elective Programming Course – Choose 4 Hours

CIST 2311Visual Basic I

4

CIST 2341C# Programming I

4

CIST 2351PHP Programming I

4

CIST 2371Java Programming

4

CIST 2381Mobile Application Development

4

CIST 2560Web Application Programming

4

CIST 2570Open Source Web App Prog I

4

CIST 2580Interactive/Social Apps Integ.

4

CIST Elective – Choose 3 Hours

CIST 1130Operating Systems Concepts

3

CIST 1540Web Animation I

3

CIST 2311Visual Basic I

4

CIST 2351PHP Programming I

4

CIST 2371Java Programming

4

CIST 2381Mobile Application Development

4

CIST 2560Web Application Programming

4

CIST 2570Open Source Web App Prog I

4

CIST 2580Interactive/Social Apps Integ.

4

Total Credit Hours: 35

Graduation requirement includes completion of a total of 35 hours in the above areas.

Graduation Plan

 

Semester One

Apply for Graduation
CIST 1800

3

CIST 1801

4

CIST 1802

3

Total Credit Hours:10

Semester Two

CIST 1520Scripting Technologies

4

CIST 1530Web Graphics I

3

CIST 2510Web Technologies

3

CIST
Elective

3

Total Credit Hours:13

CIST 1520 - Pre-Req:  CIST 1510

CIST 2510 - Pre-Req:  CIST 1510 + COMP 1000

Semester Three

Apply for Graduation
CIST 2550Web Development II

4

CIST
Elective

4

Total Credit Hours:8

Total Credit Hours: 10

This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.