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As AI grows in importance and ability, Grove City students learn to understand the science behind these advances. Through this minor, they learn the mathematical foundations of both classic AI and modern machine learning. They also practically apply AI skills in project-driven coursework. Student projects have included analyzing text messages to detect cyberbullying, classifying runner health based on their footsteps on a treadmill, and quantifying the effect of network lag on AI bots in video games. In addition to working on projects like these, you will learn about the mathematics underlying machine learning, which helps you intelligently analyze and improve results.
Dealing with complex software, computer games are a unique medium for expressing technical and artistic creativity. We offer three computer science courses on game design and development. Additional courses in communications deepen your understanding of effective narrative in computer games.
If you are majoring outside of computer science, a computer science minor provides valuable skills to solve problems in your area of expertise. This minor includes a foundation in computer programming and several elective options including databases, computer security, and writing applications for Android or iPhones.
Cybersecurity is ubiquitous, affecting nearly every computer system and everyone who uses one. Learn about technical and human aspects of cybersecurity, with courses on ethics, secure computer systems, and criminology.
Jaden Davinsizer '25 B.A. in Computer Science & Cybersecurity Minor