AI at LBCC
Certificate of Completion/Accomplishment in AI Literacy
Computer & Office Studies (COSA)
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Unleash Your Potential, Master Generative AI to Innovate, Solve, and Lead in a Changing World!
Unleash Your Potential, Master Generative AI to Innovate, Solve, and Lead in a Changing World!
Discover the potential of artificial intelligence with two courses, "AI and Machine Learning Foundations" and "The Fundamentals of Generative AI." This student-centered course combines theoretical foundations with hands-on learning to equip you with practical AI skills highly sought after in today's industries. Dive into AI tools, master advanced prompt engineering, and explore the ethical and societal impacts of AI technologies. Through interactive lectures, collaborative projects, and engaging discussions, you'll develop critical thinking and technical proficiency to innovate and address real-world challenges. Join us and transform your understanding of AI into impactful, future-ready expertise.
Learn the "What" and "Why" of AI
COSA 55
COSA 55
AI and Machine Learning (ML) Foundations
COSA 55 serves as the essential entry point into the world of artificial intelligence and machine learning. This course provides students, regardless of technical background, with a broad and accessible foundation in what AI is, how it works, and why it matters. It explores the core principles behind AI technologies, real-world applications, and the social and ethical implications of their use. COSA 55 is designed for learners new to the field who want to develop critical digital literacy and awareness of how AI and ML systems impact society, work, and daily life.
Define Artificial Intelligence and distinguish it from Machine Learning and Data Science.
Examine how AI systems are trained, including supervised and unsupervised learning methods.
Analyze real-world applications of AI in industries such as healthcare, retail, transportation, and education.
Discuss the implications of data, bias, and fairness in automated systems.
Identify foundational terminology and concepts such as neural networks, training data, and automation.
Engage in basic critical thinking about the societal, ethical, and employment impacts of AI.
Prepare to explore more specialized AI tools and applications in future learning.
Learn the "How" and "Create" with AI
COSA 60
COSA 60
The Fundamentals of Generative AI
Building upon the foundational knowledge established in COSA 55, COSA 60 transitions learners from understanding what AI is to what AI can do. This course introduces the rapidly evolving field of generative AI—a branch of AI that enables machines to create new content, such as text, images, music, and code. COSA 60 is hands-on, applied, and geared toward students who want to leverage AI tools to increase productivity, creativity, and innovation in their academic, personal, or professional lives. While COSA 55 emphasizes understanding and evaluation, COSA 60 focuses on application and creation using leading-edge generative tools.
Define generative AI and differentiate it from traditional machine learning models.
Gain hands-on experience with tools like ChatGPT, DALL·E, and other leading generative platforms.
Learn the fundamentals of prompt engineering and techniques for optimizing AI-generated outputs.
Apply generative AI to tasks in communication, ideation, storytelling, problem-solving, and design.
Explore ethical and legal considerations such as authorship, misinformation, and content bias.
Create original AI-assisted projects that showcase creativity, critical thinking, and responsible use.
Understand the role of generative AI in workforce development and digital transformation.
Why These Courses Matter: Empowering the Next Generation of Learners and Careerists
Why These Courses Matter: Empowering the Next Generation of Learners and Careerists
AI Literacy
AI Literacy
Why is this important?
Automation, data, and innovative technologies increasingly shape the workplace. Understanding how AI works—its benefits and risks—is quickly becoming as essential as reading and writing. COSA 55 equips learners with this foundational knowledge.
How will this impact me?
Students become informed digital citizens who can navigate a world infused with AI, question its use critically, and engage with it responsibly—no longer passive users, but active participants in technological decision-making.
Practical Skills
Practical Skills
Why is this important?
Generative AI is transforming how content is created—whether it’s writing emails, designing graphics, building presentations, or brainstorming ideas. COSA 60 teaches learners how to use these tools to enhance their creativity, productivity, and problem-solving skills.
How will this impact me?
Students can streamline everyday tasks, enhance their schoolwork, and even begin creating portfolios of work that demonstrate advanced tool use to employers—skills traditionally reserved for those in technical fields are now accessible to all.
Workforce
Workforce
Why is this important?
Employers are actively seeking professionals who understand and can leverage AI tools to improve workflows, communication, and innovation. Mastery of generative AI tools is quickly becoming a competitive advantage across industries—from healthcare and marketing to logistics and education.
How will this impact me?
Learners gain future-proof, resume-worthy skills that can be immediately applied in internships, jobs, or entrepreneurial ventures. These courses provide both the confidence and the competence to contribute to digitally transformed workplaces.
Equity
Equity
Why is this important?
Historically, access to advanced technologies has been limited to elite institutions or high-income individuals. By offering AI education at the community college level, these courses democratize access and close the opportunity gap.
How will this impact me?
Students from all backgrounds—including adult learners, career changers, and first-generation college students—gain access to cutting-edge tools that level the playing field. This fosters social mobility, academic achievement, and community empowerment.
"Investing in AI and digital skills today is not just about keeping up, it's about unlocking your potential to shape the future, lead with confidence, and create opportunities no matter where you start." (Calip, 2025)
"Investing in AI and digital skills today is not just about keeping up, it's about unlocking your potential to shape the future, lead with confidence, and create opportunities no matter where you start." (Calip, 2025)
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