No matter your major at Rose, a minor in cybersecurity provides a strong foundation to meet future high-tech challenges and join a growing number of professionals securing the world’s future.
Artificial Intelligence - A minor for innovators across majors
Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries—from health care and transportation to finance and entertainment. At Rose-Hulman, the AI minor empowers students from any major to understand, build, and responsibly apply intelligent systems.
This flexible and rigorous program combines the technical foundations of machine learning and AI with opportunities to apply them across disciplines. Whether you’re designing autonomous robots, studying ethical implications of algorithms, or analyzing massive datasets, the AI minor gives you the tools to make a meaningful impact.
What You’ll Learn
Through a combination of core courses, advanced electives, and a hands-on project, you’ll gain:
- A foundation in artificial intelligence methods and algorithms
- Exposure to cutting-edge topics like deep learning, image recognition, and ethical AI
- Practical experience applying AI in your field of interest
Your AI coursework will include:
- Core Concepts: CSSE313 Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning: CSSE415/MA415 Machine Learning or MA416 Deep Learning
- Advanced Topics: Choose from CSSE453 Topics in AI, CSSE463 Image Recognition, or other approved AI-focused courses
- Ethics: PHIL H202 Business & Engineering Ethics
- Capstone Project: A hands-on, interdisciplinary AI project with a written report and public presentation
Why Add an AI Minor?
AI skills are in high demand across nearly every field. Whether you're a computer scientist, mechanical engineer, mathematician, or entrepreneur, AI knowledge opens doors. Rose-Hulman alumni with AI expertise have gone on to work in robotics, finance, health care technology, national defense, and more.
By completing the AI minor, you’ll demonstrate a strong foundation in this rapidly growing area—and signal to employers and graduate schools that you’re ready to lead in an AI-driven world.
