Priyojit Palit
Assistant Professor
Program Overview
Are you interested in how machines learn from data, why certain algorithms make smarter predictions than others, or what it takes to build technology that adapts to the world around it? As an AI and Data Science major, you’ll explore how to collect meaningful data, train models that recognize patterns, and create intelligent systems that solve real problems.
In this program, you’ll experiment with cutting-edge tools, test your ideas on real datasets, and strengthen skills like analytical thinking, collaboration, and ethical decision-making. Along the way, you’ll discover how AI shapes industries and how responsible data practices guide innovation. By the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to design, evaluate, and deploy AI-driven solutions that make a measurable impact in any field you choose.
Delivery:
On Campus
Average Class Size:
11
Clubs:
Math Club, Chess Club
Program Goals
Goals of the AI and Data Science program at Spring Hill College include:
- Build efficient software and solve complex problems.
- Master data-driven decision-making.
- Train models, neural networks, and intelligent systems.
- Approach problems with critical thinking and creative solutions.
- Communicate insights with tools like Tableau, Power BI, R, and Python.
Career Outlook
LinkedIn’s 2025 Skills on the Rise report ranks “AI Literacy” in the top spot. An AI and Data Science student will develop the technical and transferable skills needed to thrive in a variety of contexts:
- Data Scientist / Data Analyst
- Machine Learning Engineer
- AI Researchers
- Business Intelligence Specialist
- Software Developer
- Healthcare Data Analyst
Curriculum Snapshot
- CSC 100 – Computer Science 0: Foundations (or equivalent) (4 cr.)
- CSC 101 – Computer Science 1: Principles (4 cr.)
- MTH 121 – Calculus I (4 cr.)
- MTH 122 – Calculus II (4 cr.)
- MTH 163 – Basic Statistics for the Sciences or
- BUS 263 – Business Statistics or
- PSY 263 – Statistics for the Social Sciences (3 cr.)
- CSC 202 – Computer Science 2: Data Structures (4 cr.)
- CSC 203 – Computer Science 3: Algorithms (4 cr.)
- MTH 221 – Linear Algebra (3 cr.)
- DSC 240 – Data Science 0: Data Visualization (3 cr.)
- MTH 322 – Discrete Mathematics (3 cr.)
- CSC 313 – Database Systems and Theory (3 cr.)
- MTH 365 – Probability and Statistics (3 cr.)
- CSC 341 – Data Science 1 (3 cr.)
- DSC 442 – Data Analysis (3 cr.)
- DSC 443 – AI, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning (3 cr.)
- DSC 499 – Data Science Capstone Seminar (1 cr.)
“Our goal is to equip students with both technical expertise and the ability to think critically, ethically, and creatively with data.”
– Priyojit Palit, PhD, Program Director
Faculty
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Matthew Barnes
Assistant Professor, Program Director
Why SHC?
- At Spring Hill College, we’re making our mark – With our small class sizes and affordable tuition, Spring Hill College is uniquely qualified to provide a high quality education to our students. Our Jesuit, Catholic college education is renowned as a well-rounded higher education approach, with an emphasis on empowering students with a passion for knowledge and personal growth. With our recent tuition cut, Spring Hill College is one of the most affordable private colleges in the country.
- We’re curious and inspired – Forbes Magazine has ranked Spring Hill College as one of the top ten best colleges for return on investment (ROI). In our class of 2021, 92% of graduates attained placement six months after graduation through employment, graduate/professional school, internship or service.
- We’re doers – Our students contribute 24,000 hours on average to the local community through the Foley Center each year. 100% of the 2020 graduates that applied to medical school were accepted. Spring Hill College has a 100% certification rate and a 92% placement rate with our Education program over the last five years.
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