Course Detail (Course Description By Faculty)

Generative Thinking (32210)

Generative AI is a pivotal advancement in the realm of artificial intelligence that has the potential to transform various industries, from entertainment and advertising to healthcare and education. A thorough
understanding of Generative technologies, potential uses cases and the implications are going to be necessary conditions of success. This new technology can automate content creation, optimize processes,
and personalize experiences but more broadly it has the capacity to synthesize new data, simulate scenarios, generate ideas, and even design novel solutions to complex problems., making it a crucial
technology for managers across all domains.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Generative AI, covering its foundational technologies, practical applications, and broader societal implications. It aims to equip students with a solid
understanding of Generative AI and its relevance to various fields, as well as cultivate critical thinking on the ethical, legal, and societal challenges related to its deployment.

Each class will have a lecture and discussion portion as well as some practicum/exercise/demo portion. In addition, there will be a course projects where you will work on the development of a Generative AI solution.

None.  No programming expertise will be required or assumed.
Readings for this course will be provided by the instructor and will be a combination of academic papers and online content. Where and when possible, the class will also have guest speakers.
Evaluation will be based on class participation (20%), homework (40%) and the final project (40%).
Description and/or course criteria last updated: June 05 2023
SCHEDULE
  • Autumn 2023
    Section: 32210-01
    TH 8:30 AM-11:30 AM
    Harper Center
    C04
    In-Person Only
    New Course

Generative Thinking (32210) - Misra, Sanjog>>

Generative AI is a pivotal advancement in the realm of artificial intelligence that has the potential to transform various industries, from entertainment and advertising to healthcare and education. A thorough
understanding of Generative technologies, potential uses cases and the implications are going to be necessary conditions of success. This new technology can automate content creation, optimize processes,
and personalize experiences but more broadly it has the capacity to synthesize new data, simulate scenarios, generate ideas, and even design novel solutions to complex problems., making it a crucial
technology for managers across all domains.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Generative AI, covering its foundational technologies, practical applications, and broader societal implications. It aims to equip students with a solid
understanding of Generative AI and its relevance to various fields, as well as cultivate critical thinking on the ethical, legal, and societal challenges related to its deployment.

Each class will have a lecture and discussion portion as well as some practicum/exercise/demo portion. In addition, there will be a course projects where you will work on the development of a Generative AI solution.

None.  No programming expertise will be required or assumed.
Readings for this course will be provided by the instructor and will be a combination of academic papers and online content. Where and when possible, the class will also have guest speakers.
Evaluation will be based on class participation (20%), homework (40%) and the final project (40%).
Description and/or course criteria last updated: June 05 2023
SCHEDULE
  • Autumn 2023
    Section: 32210-01
    TH 8:30 AM-11:30 AM
    Harper Center
    C04
    In-Person Only
    New Course