Class Details

CIS 7
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Course Description

This course provides a foundational overview of artificial intelligence (AI) by exploring core concepts such as search algorithms and knowledge representation that are used by modern intelligent systems. Through hands-on projects such as fraud detection and machine translation, students gain experience in predictive analytics, uncertainty management, optimization, and other AI practices.

Class Details

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
CIS -007-02Y: : HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units

4.5 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
• Weekly Lab Hours: 1.5

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Grading Method

Pass/Fail Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory

CIS D004.