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Build specialized skills

  • Choose area of focus: Explore software, data, AI, and emerging technologies that drive innovation across industries.
  • Customize learning: Build a concentration by selecting any four courses that align with your career goals and technical interests.
  • Develop practical expertise: Gain hands-on knowledge you can apply to real-world technical and business challenges.

Advance your expertise in AI and applied technology

Build practical, in-demand technical skills that help organizations innovate and solve real-world challenges. From software and data to emerging technologies, the Applied Technology concentration allows you to choose four courses that align with your career goals and expand your professional expertise.

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Customize your learning path

Choose ANY 4 courses in from these topics:

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AI Application Development

Develop practical AI applications using machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, and natural language processing. Build and deploy intelligent systems that solve complex real-world problems using modern AI frameworks.

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AI for Business

Learn how to apply AI to improve productivity, decision-making, and business operations. Explore generative AI, prompt engineering, automation, and emerging AI technologies through practical, hands-on learning.

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AI Engineer

Build practical AI applications using large language models, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and AI agents. Gain hands-on experience designing, developing, and deploying intelligent solutions that automate workflows and solve real-world business challenges.

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Computer Programming

Build a strong foundation in programming through hands-on experience with Python, Java, object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms. Develop the problem-solving skills needed to create efficient, reliable software applications.

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Data Science & Data Analytics

Develop the data science and AI skills needed to analyze complex datasets, build predictive models, and solve real-world problems. Gain hands-on experience with machine learning, data engineering, analytics, and modern AI tools.

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Embedded Systems

Build expertise in embedded hardware and software development. Explore firmware, Linux, FPGAs, PCB design, high-speed systems, and edge AI through practical, project-based learning.

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Software Engineering & Quality

Build practical software engineering skills through modern development practices, quality assurance, and DevOps. Learn to design, develop, test, and deploy software using industry-standard tools, Agile methodologies, and AI-enhanced workflows.

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User Experience & Web Design

Design user-centered digital experiences through hands-on learning in UX, web, and mobile design. Build practical skills in research, prototyping, interface design, and emerging technologies to create engaging digital products.

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Ready to complete your concentration?

Once you have completed ANY 4 courses from the above topics and your final grades are posted, submit your completion fee through the Student Portal to begin the concentration review process. Allow 5–8 weeks to receive your concentration certificate.

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