UPI Study Colleges Thomas Edison State University Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Thomas Edison State University Transfer Credit · Computer Science 373

COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence at TESU.

Earn this Thomas Edison State University equivalency through UPI Study's Introduction to Artificial Intelligence — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence — transfers as COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence at Thomas Edison State University
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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Computer Science 373 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Thomas Edison State University recognizes as
COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: COS-4510
MSCHE accredited · Transcript sent directly to Thomas Edison State University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to TESU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of introduction to artificial intelligence, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Interpret key Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts and history, describe the distinctions between AI types and models, and classify various AI systems in real-world contexts
  • Analyze algorithms and intelligent agents, compute and interpret logarithmic functions and probability theories in AI, and evaluate data accuracy and precision
  • Compare and contrast machine learning and AI, apply theoretical knowledge to develop AI-driven solutions, and implement AI programming languages like LISP and Prolog
  • Design intelligent agents, evaluate decision-making models, and synthesize knowledge of Bayesian networks, neural networks, and decision trees to create AI solutions
  • Analyze AI's ethical implications, manage AI projects using advanced functionalities, and predict future AI technology directions and their societal impacts.
📚Major topics covered
Essentials of Artificial Intelligence Intelligent Agents & Agent Types AI Search Techniques & Algorithms Constraint Satisfaction Problems Bayesian Networks & Probabilistic Reasoning Neural Networks & Deep Learning Logical Agents & Propositional Logic First-Order Logic & Knowledge Engineering Machine Learning: Supervised & Unsupervised Natural Language Processing & Deep Learning LISP, Prolog & AI Programming Languages Decision Trees & Support Vector Machines Markov Decision Processes AI Ethics, Society & Governance AI in Healthcare & Industry Future Trends in AI & Robotics
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Thomas Edison State University's registrar. TESU applies the equivalency: COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence.

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Everything about Introduction to Artificial Intelligence → TESU.

📚 About Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
What is Introduction to Artificial Intelligence?
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 373 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by NCCRS and ACE cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence at TESU
Does Thomas Edison State University accept Introduction to Artificial Intelligence as a direct equivalent to their COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University, UPI Study's Introduction to Artificial Intelligence is recognized as a direct named equivalent of TESU's COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Introduction to Artificial Intelligence as transferring as COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your TESU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence at TESU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence, TESU typically applies UPI Study's Introduction to Artificial Intelligence as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your TESU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence directly at TESU?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your TESU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while TESU's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without TESU enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at TESU to reduce overall program time.
Does Thomas Edison State University ever change which courses they accept as COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University explicitly lists Introduction to Artificial Intelligence → COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to TESU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my TESU degree?
Thomas Edison State University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 50 UPI Study courses are recognized by TESU under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at TESU.
Do I need to enroll at TESU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no TESU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to TESU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach TESU?
Once you complete Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Thomas Edison State University. TESU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for your TESU credit.

What is Introduction to Artificial Intelligence?

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence is a course about how computer systems can perform tasks that normally require human judgment, such as searching for solutions, making decisions from data, recognizing patterns, and processing language. It covers the main ideas behind AI, including intelligent agents, machine learning, neural networks, logic, probability, and natural language processing, along with the history and limits of the field.

How the course teaches you

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (Computer Science 373) is a 3-credit self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. The grade is based on 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam, so steady progress matters as much as the final test. When you finish and your transcript is issued, TESU recognizes the course as COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence, a named course equivalency.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course gives you a structured way to learn how AI systems search, classify patterns, make decisions from data, and process language, which is useful in settings where technology is part of daily work. At Thomas Edison State University, that learning can land as COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence within programs such as the Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts, helping you move credits toward a TESU degree plan. Because TESU accepts up to 90 transfer credits, this kind of course can be part of a larger transfer strategy.

Skills you walk away with

Explain core AI concepts, history, and major AI system typesAnalyze intelligent agents and AI search algorithmsWork with constraint satisfaction, Bayesian networks, and probabilistic reasoningApply supervised and unsupervised machine learning conceptsUse logical reasoning with propositional and first-order logicInterpret neural networks, deep learning, and natural language processing methodsEvaluate AI accuracy, precision, and ethical implications

Taking this course toward TESU

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent and Thomas Edison State University applies the credit as COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence. Because this is a named course equivalency, it is the strongest form of transfer recognition: TESU is matching it to a specific catalog course, not just giving general elective credit. That makes it easier to place the course within a TESU degree plan, including options like the Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts. TESU allows up to 90 credits, or 75%, to transfer, so this course can count as part of that limit while you complete the rest of your program.

Who this course is for

This course is a practical fit for students who want one more transferable computer science course that TESU already recognizes by name as COS-4510 – Artificial Intelligence. It can make sense for degree-finishers and career changers who are building a TESU plan and want to stay within the university’s 90-credit transfer ceiling. It is not a good match for someone who wants a course with no quizzes, assignments, or final exam, or for a student who needs a different subject area than AI.

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What it means to transfer to TESU.

Thomas Edison State University has one of the most flexible transfer policies in the country and accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations. With a four-year institution's credits, you can fulfill all degree requirements except two required TESU courses.

What TESU offers UPI students
Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations
Fulfill all but 2 required TESU courses
No minimum GPA requirement
Built for adult & working learners
The numbers
90 credits
Max from noncollegiate sources (ACE/NCCRS)
100+
Areas of study to choose from

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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