General Catalog 2026-2027

Generative AI Principles and Practice Certificate

GAP1 

Entry-level careers in generative AI focus on supporting AI model development, refining automated systems, and optimizing AI-generated content. Professionals in these roles work with generative AI technologies, such as large language models (LLMs) and image-generation frameworks, to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement AI-driven solutions across industries. Common Job Titles: Junior Generative AI Engineer - Assists in model training and fine-tuning. AI Automation Support Specialist - Manages AI-powered customer interaction tools. AI Content Specialist - Optimizes AI-generated text, images, and multimedia. AI Prompt Engineer (Entry-Level) - Designs AI prompts to improve output accuracy. Core Responsibilities: Train and refine generative AI models for improved accuracy. Assist in troubleshooting AI automation errors. Analyze AI-generated outputs for quality assurance. Develop and refine AI-generated content using text, image, and video models.

Certificate Requirements

Requirements List

CIST-1800Exploring Generative AI

3

CIST-1801Prompt Engineering & Refinement

4

CIST-1802Gen AI: Ethics and Societal Impact

3

Total Credit Hours: 10