LIBR 007: Artificial Intelligence and Research Skills | West Valley College

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LIBR 007: Artificial Intelligence and Research Skills

Course Description

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a focus on developing AI literacy for academic and professional contexts. Students have the opportunity to explore how AI technologies work, examine their ethical and social implications, and learn to critically assess and responsibly use AI tools for academic research and everyday decision-making.  

Units: 1

  • Credit - Degree Applicable
  • Transferable to both UC and CSU

Course Details

  • Grade Options: Pass/No Pass, Letter Grade
  • In-Class Lecture Hours: 16 – 18
  • In-Class Lab Hours: 0

Requisites and Advisories

  • Prerequisites: None
  • Co-Requisites: None
  • Advisory: None

Transfer Details

  • CSU/UC: Transferable to both UC and CSU
Last Updated 6/30/26