Program Goal
The overall goal of this Programme is to meet the ever-increasing global demands for Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Computing experts who are versatile, innovative and dynamic enough to cope with the pace of AI driven business environment. In general, the Programme seeks to provide training in the development, use and support of AI-based systems and their importance in various sectors including health, governments, non-profit organizations, financial sector,production and manufacturing sectors among others.
Program Objective
The program deepens understanding on a range of capabilities that Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Technologies can help businesses succeed in today's data-driven environments. Along with learning how to unlock new growth potential, learners will deepen their understanding of ethical challenges that come with leveraging Artificial Intelligent tools and Machine Learning.
KEY SKILLS AND INTERESTS REQUIRED TO PURSUE A CAREER IN THIS FIELD
- Critical thinking Skills
- Analytical skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Negotiation Skills
- Programming Skills
- Computational Skills
- Planning Skills
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C-
- A PASS in Zetech University Certificate or any other relevant qualifications from an institution recognized by the Zetech University Senate.
DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME
Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Technologies shall be offered over duration of 3 Academic Years (5 Semesters). A Semester shall comprise fourteen (14) weeks
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Apply theoretical concepts relating to Artificial intelligence and cloud computing
- Implement classical Artificial Intelligence and cloud computing tools and technologies
- Analyze legal, professional, ethical and social implications related to Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Technologies.
- Develop capacity to venture in ICT entrepreneurship.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- IT Manager
- Technology Officer
- System Administrators
- Cloud Security Engineer
- Data Engineer
- IoT Expert
- IT infrastructure Engineer
- Automation Engineer
CURRICULUM SETUP FOR DIPLOMA IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND CLOUD TECHNOLOGIES
YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1
- DAC 123 Financial Accounting I
- DCU 110 Communication Skills
- DIT 111 Computer Applications
- DIT 112 ICT & ETHICS
- DMT 111 Basic Mathematics
- DSE 111 Structured Programming
YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2
- DCS 122 Computer Organization
- DCS 121 Electronics
- DIT 122 Operating Systems
- DIT 123 Computer Networks/ CCNA 1
- DSA 124 BIG DATA AND DATABASE MANAGEMENT
- DMT 121 Discrete Mathematics
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1
- DCE 211 MACHINE LEARNING MODELS
- DCE 212 AI AND IoT
- DIT 212 Routing and Switching (CCNA 2)
- DSA 213 CLOUD COMPUTING AND SECURITY
- DSD 211 DIGITAL DESIGN THINKING
- DSE 222 Research Methods In It (System Proposal)
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2
- DCE 221 EMBEDDABLE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
- DCE 222 CLOUD AND FOG COMPUTING
- DCE 223 RECOMMENDER SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS
- DCE 224 DEVELOPER OPERATIONS
- DIT 223 Cyber Security (CCNA Mod 3)
- DIT 224 CLOUD BASED DATA MANAGEMENT
YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1
- DCE 311 ROBOTICS
- DCE 312 AI FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
- DCT 311 ETHICS IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
- DCU 113 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- DSA 123 Computer Vision In Data Science
- DSE 315 Computer Systems Project