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Artificial Intelligence

AI Is Changing Everything — Including How We Learn and Work

Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept — it's a daily tool reshaping every industry from healthcare to marketing, finance to education. At Fullerton College, we're preparing students to not just use AI, but to understand it, apply it critically, and lead with it.

  Explore the EduAI Atlas

I created EduAI Atlas as a curated resource hub for students, educators, and lifelong learners navigating the rapidly changing world of AI tools. Think of it as your map through the AI landscape.

  • Discover AI tools organized by purpose — writing, research, image generation, productivity, and more
  • Find resources tailored for educators and students at the community college level
  • Stay current with practical, real-world AI applications you can use today
  • Learn how to evaluate AI tools critically — not just use them

Visit EduAI Atlas →


  AI Programs at Fullerton College

Fullerton College now offers dedicated pathways in Artificial Intelligence — from a short certificate to a full Associate in Science degree. These programs blend business acumen with technical fluency, preparing students for careers in one of the fastest-growing fields in the economy.

Programs are available starting Fall 2026. Enrollment in individual courses is open now.

12 Units

  AI Foundations Certificate

An entry-level credential that provides core literacy in artificial intelligence — ideal for students who want to quickly gain practical AI skills and apply them across any career field.

21–23 Units

  Artificial Intelligence in Business Certificate

A deeper credential combining AI tools and techniques with real-world business applications. Learn how organizations are integrating AI into operations, marketing, analytics, and decision-making.

21–23 Units

  Artificial Intelligence in Business — Associate in Science (AS) Degree

Fullerton College's full AI degree program. Combines the certificate curriculum with general education requirements to award an Associate in Science degree — a strong foundation for career entry or transfer.

Course Offerings

  Course links go to the FC catalog. New AI-specific courses will appear when the 2026–2027 catalog is published.

Required Core Courses:

Course Title
BUS 108 F Living in an Online World
BUS 255 F Intro to Business and Data Analytics
BUS 256 F AI and Prompt Engineering for Business
BUS 257 F AI Applications for Business
CIS 201 F Intro to Python Programming
CIS 258 F Applied AI: Machine Learning, Deep Learning & NLP

Restricted Electives (choose based on your pathway):

Course Title
BUS 271 FLeadership and Business Ethics
CIS 142 FDatabase I
CIS 235 FIntro to Cloud Computing
CIS 238 FCloud Database Essentials
CISG 105 FIntro to AR/VR
CISG 185 FAI in Game Programming
CYBR 206 FEthical Hacking
CYBR 256 FAI in Cybersecurity
MKT 256 FAI in Marketing
PHIL 160 FIntro to Ethics
PSY 161 F / HFElementary Stats for Behavioral Sciences
SOSC 120 FIntro to Probability and Statistics
STAT C1000 / E / HIntro to Statistics

  How to Apply

Applications are processed through Fullerton College Admissions and Records. Deadlines apply per term — if you miss a deadline, your application rolls to the next term. All coursework must be complete with grades posted before submitting a certificate or degree application.

Questions? Contact the BUS/CIS Division: buscis@fullcoll.edu

View Full Program Details at FC →   See Current Class Schedule →


  AI Resources for Students

These resources can help you explore AI tools, deepen your skills, and stay current as the technology evolves:

EduAI Atlas

A curated directory of AI tools and resources for students and educators, organized by use case. Built by Professor Graves.

FC AI Programs Page

Official Fullerton College program page with the latest certificate and degree requirements, course offerings, and enrollment information.

FC Course Catalog

Search the official catalog for full course descriptions, prerequisites, and degree requirements for all AI-related courses.

Professor Graves' Class Schedule

View current and upcoming courses taught by Professor Graves, including AI-related business courses.

Ready to explore AI? Email me at ggraves@fullcoll.edu or stop by during office hours — I'm always happy to talk about what's happening in the AI space and how to connect it to your goals.