HUNTSVILLE – The University of Alabama in Huntsville has added three courses to help meet “evolving workforce demands.”
The new offerings include two new degree programs as well as a certificate program:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Cyber Operations Technology
- Bachelor of Science degree in Game Design
- Certificate in Artificial Intelligence for Engineers
“At UAH, we pride ourselves on being a high-tech university,” said Dr. David Puleo, provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at UAH. “From integrating cutting-edge technologies and industry-relevant knowledge into the classroom to innovating creative programs of study to broaden student access to critical fields, we are committed to ensuring that our program offerings align with evolving workforce demands.”
The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees approved the proposals at its recent meeting on the UAH campus. UAH is part of the University of Alabama System. The proposals will now be submitted to the Alabama Commission on Higher Education for approval.
The certificate program will be offered this fall; the B.S. programs will be offered in the fall 2026 semester.
- B.S. in Cyber Operations Technology
Housed in the College of Science, the bachelor of science degree in Cyber Operations Technology will help students develop skills related to the configuration, management, and maintenance of complex computer and network systems. In addition to assessing and managing cybersecurity devices, systems, and procedures, students will learn how to identify and investigate cyberattacks.
The program will build on a base of community college education and offer a pathway to
obtaining a bachelor’s degree by completing the last two years of coursework online. It
will be offered in the fall 2026 semester. - B.S. in Game Design
Housed in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, the program will provide a comprehensive, multidisciplinary education that will prepare students for a multitude of careers in the growing industries of entertainment gaming and serious games.
The program will include coursework in the areas of art, animation, coding, sound,
psychology, business and communications. In addition to hands-on, practical experience,
the program will leverage local industry connections to provide and encourage internship
opportunities for students. It will be offered in the fall 2026 semester. - Certificate in AI for Engineers
The 12-hour, non-degree undergraduate certificate will be offered this fall by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department in the College of Engineering. The new certificate will equip students to understand fundamental artificial intelligence architectures, training methods, and engineering applications, and to critically analyze social challenges associated with AI technologies. Students will gain proficiency indesigning, developing, and optimizing machine-learning models.
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