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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Key Details

Program Start Dates

January 2025

September 2025

January 2026

Please visit Ontario College Application Service to learn more about start dates.

Program Delivery

Flex / Full-time

Credential

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

Program Duration

2 Semesters / 1 Year

Program Contacts

Yousef Elarian

Program Coordinator / Professor

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705-566-8101 ext.6348
International Admissions
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Program Overview

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Start an in-demand career and help drive the artificial intelligence boom

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are changing the world. The technologies are everywhere and are pushing what’s possible in fields like health care, finance, and more. Start an innovative career where you’ll use these technologies to identify patterns, automate processes, and support decision-making in public and private sectors. Equipped with mathematical and computational foundations, you’ll delve into deep and modern machine learning technologies and gain hands-on experience in the training, validation, and testing phases of AI and ML systems. From data collection to preprocessing, modeling, and final  production, you will learn to manage and effectively communicate each stage of an AI project.

Program Highlights

Program highlights

  • Only program of its kind in northern Ontario
  • Gain hands-on experience in a culminating Applied Project
  • Complete the program in as little as 8 months

Admissions

Admission requirements

Applicants must be graduates of a diploma, advanced diploma, or degree program from an Ontario College or equivalent with a focus in computer programming, software engineering, computer science, data analytics, mathematics or statistics.

OR

Applicant must possess five years of work experience in a related field (or combination of education and work experience) as judged by the College to be equivalent. Applicants must submit a resume detailing their related experience and a cover letter outlining their competencies and preparedness for the program (any and all postsecondary transcripts must still be submitted).

International Student Admissions

Are you an international student? Learn more about additional requirements.

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Program delivery

Program delivery

2024-2025

Winter term start

  • Semester 1: Winter 2025
  • Semester 2: Spring 2025

2025-2026

Fall term start

  • Semester 1: Fall 2025
  • Semester 2: Winter 2026

Winter term start

  • Semester 1: Winter 2026
  • Semester 2: Spring 2026

Program of Study

Program of study for 2025-26 Academic Year

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Credits
AIE 1001Intro to AI and ML2
AIE 1002Programming for AI3
AIE 1003AI Cloud Frameworks3
AIE 1004Math and Algorithms for AI3
AIE 1005Full Stack Data Science3
ANA 1007Data Engineering3
ANA 7303Data Collection and Ethics3
 Credits20
Semester 2
AIE 1006Deep Learning3
AIE 1007Natural Language Processing3
AIE 1008Image Recognition3
AIE 1009Machine Learning3
AIE 1011AI Ethics3
AIE 1014AI Applied Project4
 Credits19
 Total Credits39

Fees

Tuition Cost

Canadian Students

$8,512.57Estimated first year costView fee breakdown

International Students

$18,126.67Estimated first year costView fee breakdown

Important Notice

Fees presented are estimates based on projections for future academic year(s) of study. Actual fees charged may differ from what is published here. A full detailed listing of all fees is available in myCambrian and updated annually no later than May 1 for the following academic year. Students in Academic Upgrading are responsible for any fees listed on their invoice each term.

Tuition and ancillary fees

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.

Books and supplies

Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor for further information.

College may be more affordable than you think!

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Work-integrated learning (WIL)

Take your education beyond the classroom!

Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.

Field of Study

School of Information Technology

Play a pivotal role in shaping the digital future. By pursuing a field of study in information technology (IT), you’ll open doors to a vast variety of revolutionary careers and make your mark on society as a tech pioneer. From software development and network administration to cybersecurity and data analysis, Cambrian offers exciting programs that place you at the forefront of innovation.

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Specific program pathways

College/university degree opportunities

Graduates from this program may continue their studies at college/university and may receive credit for their prior College education.

Refer to College/University Agreements for further information.

Career Outcomes

Employment opportunities

Graduates may obtain positions as a(n):

  • Artificial Intelligence Technologist
  • AI System Designer and Developer
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Machine Learning Technologist
  • Data Analyst
  • Decision Support Analyst
  • Full-Stack Data Scientist
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Need a career coach?

Explore how this program can lead to a great career! Cambrian’s Career Coach platform is a user-friendly, online tool that provides up-to-date and comprehensive labour market data to help you explore career options, salary expectations for the Greater Sudbury region, and more!

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Minimum technology requirements

Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.

Bring your own device (BYOD)

Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!

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Ready to take the first step?

Start gaining the highest level of skills at Cambrian now – and you’ll be ready to take advantage of the many career opportunities waiting for you just around the corner. The future is yours!

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