The Artificial Intelligence (AI) curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and growth in the AI profession.
Coursework includes various subject areas related to AI fundamentals, machine learning, deep learning theory, and hands-on training in multiple AI domains for the purpose of creating and implementing artificial intelligence across a broad range of applications.
Graduates may qualify for entry-level AI positions such as AI engineer, AI project manager, AI researcher, AI consultant, AI architect, conversational AI specialist, AI automation engineer, AI software engineer, and machine learning specialist.
Wilson Community College is authorized to offer select courses leading to an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Artificial Intelligence through a cooperative agreement with Wayne Community College. Wayne Community College will award the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Artificial Intelligence to any student successfully completing all the stated requirements of the program.
First Fall and First Spring Semester courses are completed at Wilson Community College. All remaining courses are completed at Wayne Community College. All required courses at Wayne Community College can be completed 100% online.
- Wilson Community College contact: Kendra Faulkner
- Wayne Community College contact: Jennifer Tyndall
Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Understand the goals and practices of AI concepts.
- Use modern programming libraries to implement machine learning models.
- Complete an AI project from the definition phase through implementation.
A.A.S. in Artificial Intelligence (A25710)
Program of Study
Coming Fall 2025
| Fall Semester (courses taken at Wilson CC) | |||
| ACA-111 | College Student Success | 1 | |
| CSC-121 | Python Programming (1st 8-weeks) | 3 | |
| CSC-221 | Advanced Python Programming (2nd 8-weeks) | 3 | |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | |
| MAT-152 | Statistical Methods I | 4 | |
| Spring Semester (courses taken at Wilson CC) | |||
| ENG-112 | Writing/Research in the Disciplines | 3 | |
| or | ENG-114 | Professional Research & Reporting | |
| MAT-171 | Precalculus Algebra (1st 8-weeks) | 4 | |
| MAT-263 | Brief Calculus (2nd 8-weeks) | 4 | |
| ## | Humanties/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Summer Semester (courses taken at Wayne CC) | |||
| CSC-112 | Machine Learning Computation | 3 | |
| CTS-285 | Systems Analysis & Designe | 3 | |
| CSC-113 | Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals | 3 | |
| # | Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | |
| Fall Semester (courses taken at Wayne CC) | |||
| CSC-114 | Artificial Intelligence I | 3 | |
| CSC-115 | Machine Learning I | 3 | |
| CSC 128 | Chatbot Programming I | 3 | |
| CSC-162 | Computer Vision | 3 | |
| CSC-210 | Computer Ethics | 3 | |
| Spring Semester (courses taken at Wayne CC) | |||
| CSC-161 | Deep Learning | 3 | |
| CSC-214 | Artificial Intelligence II | 3 | |
| CSC-215 | Machine Learning II | 3 | |
| CSC-228 | Chatbot Programming II | 3 | |
| WBL-110 | World of Work | 1 | |
| or | WBL-111 | Work-Based Learning I |
# Humanities/Fine Arts Electives – ART-111, HUM-115, MUS-110, PHI-240, REL-110
Graduates of this program may be eligible to sit for industry-recognized certifications.
Out-of-state students seeking to enroll in a program or course leading to professional licensure or certification should contact Dr. Allisha Hicks, Dean of Business, to discuss enrollment and professional licensure options available. Students may view the Professional Licensure information page to learn more.
Program Coordinator - Information Technology
Department: Business
Phone: (252) 246-1367
Email: kfaulkner@wilsoncc.edu
Office: G106
Dean of Business
Department: Business Vice President for Academic Affairs
Phone: (252) 246-1339
Email: ahicks@wilsoncc.edu
Office: G207a
Information Technology Instructor
Department: Business
Phone: (252) 246-1213
Email: jbudday@wilsoncc.edu
Office: G107
