UPI Study Colleges University of the People Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
University of the People Transfer Credit · Computer Science 373

CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning at UoPeople.

Earn this University of the People 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 CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning at University of the People
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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Computer Science 373 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
University of the People recognizes as
CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CS 4401
WASC accredited since 2025 · Transcript sent directly to University of the People
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UoPeople
⏱️ 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 University of the People's registrar. UoPeople applies the equivalency: CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning.

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$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

UoPeople is tuition-free, but charges a $120 per-course assessment fee for undergraduate courses. Savings = transferred credits × $40 (the per-credit equivalent of UoPeople's $120 assessment fee for a 3-credit course). UoPeople credit awards subject to their evaluation policy.

Frequently asked questions

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📚 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 CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning at UoPeople
Does University of the People accept Introduction to Artificial Intelligence as a direct equivalent to their CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and University of the People, UPI Study's Introduction to Artificial Intelligence is recognized as a direct named equivalent of UoPeople's CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning — 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 CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your UoPeople transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning at UoPeople or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning, UoPeople typically applies UPI Study's Introduction to Artificial Intelligence as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your UoPeople advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning directly at UoPeople?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your UoPeople degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while UoPeople's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without UoPeople enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at UoPeople to reduce overall program time.
Does University of the People ever change which courses they accept as CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and University of the People explicitly lists Introduction to Artificial Intelligence → CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning. 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 UoPeople
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UoPeople degree?
University of the People accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 67 UPI Study courses are recognized by UoPeople under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UoPeople.
Do I need to enroll at UoPeople first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UoPeople enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UoPeople when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UoPeople?
Once you complete Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of the People. UoPeople's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for your UoPeople 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

This 3-credit course is structured around attendance, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, each worth 25% of the grade. As you complete the course and earn a transcripted grade, UoPeople can review it as a named course equivalency: CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The material in AI, machine learning, logic, probability, and natural language processing can support work that depends on data analysis, structured decision-making, and pattern recognition. At UoPeople, that credit can fit into degree planning for programs such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, where a named equivalency like CS 4401 can help keep you moving through your plan.

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 UoPeople

After you finish the course, your transcript is the document UoPeople uses to evaluate the credit. UoPeople’s registrar applies the named equivalency CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning, which means the course is treated as a specific catalog match rather than a general transfer course. That matters when you are building a degree plan in a UoPeople program such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, because it can slot into the program where CS 4401 is accepted. UoPeople allows up to 90 transfer credits, or 75% of a degree, so this course should be counted as part of that overall limit.

Who this course is for

This course is a practical option for students who want their transcript to support UoPeople transfer credit with a specific course match, especially if they are working toward an Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science and want a clear equivalency rather than an elective-only result. It can also suit students who need to stay mindful of the 90-credit transfer ceiling at UoPeople. It is not the best fit if you are looking for a course that transfers without regard to program structure or if you do not need a direct match to CS 4401 – Data Mining and Machine Learning.

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What it means to transfer to UoPeople.

University of the People is the world's first non-profit, tuition-free, WASC-accredited online university. Its team evaluates your transcript for you, and you only pay a small per-course assessment fee — no tuition.

What UoPeople offers UPI students
Tuition-free degree programs
Only $17 per course transferred
Free transcript evaluation
WASC-accredited since 2025
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward an associate or bachelor's
$17
Per-course transfer fee (no tuition)
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Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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