Educational program

Code – Speciality 6B06120 - Artificial Intelligence
(Joint EP - NJSC Almaty University of Energy and Communications named after Gumarbek Daukeev)
The aim of the educational program

The goal of the educational program "Artificial Intelligence" is to train highly qualified specialists with deep knowledge and skills in the field of artificial intelligence, capable of solving complex problems in various fields of activity.
Graduate model
Graduate qualification Professional sphere:

The field of professional activity of graduates of this program is the IT industry, where specialists in the field of artificial intelligence are in demand in various fields, including software development, robotics, machine learning and data analysis.
The object of professional occupation:

The object of professional activity of program graduates is tasks related to the development and application of artificial intelligence. They can work on creating and training neural networks, developing machine learning algorithms, solving computer vision problems, developing and optimizing genetic programming algorithms, etc.
Types of professional occupation:

Types of professional activities of the graduate:
- production and technological;
- experimental research;
- educational;
- organizational and managerial
Functions of professional occupation:

Functions of a graduate’s professional activity:
- design;
- programming;
- administration;
- support;
- testing.
Graduate competences map
Formed core competencies Program outcome
1. Know: social and ethical values based on public opinion, traditions, customs, social norms and focus on them in your professional activities; traditions and culture of the peoples of Kazakhstan; human and civil rights and freedoms; fundamentals of the legal system and legislation of Kazakhstan; trends in social development of society; basics of physical culture and principles of a healthy lifestyle. Conduct interdisciplinary scientific research using basic knowledge from the fields of economics and law, ecology and life safety
Apply entrepreneurial qualities to tasks related to calculating the profitability of scientific projects, guided by the principles of anti-corruption ethics and social responsibility.
2. Understanding of basic machine learning and deep learning algorithms. Develop, train and test machine learning and deep learning models
3. The ability to use basic concepts and methods to solve problems, the ability to carry out design documentation in a computer graphics software environment for various types of projects. Organize project management, teamwork, communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues and partners
4. The ability to be competent in choosing mathematical modeling methods to solve specific problems, including the willingness to identify the natural scientific essence of problems arising in the process of professional activity, and the ability to use the appropriate physical and mathematical apparatus to solve it. Apply linear algebra, statistics, probability theory, and optimization methods to solve AI problems
Analyze data, develop and test hypotheses using AI tools to conduct scientific research
5. Ability to develop information and software for an information system based on modern methods and development tools Apply programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++ to design and implement AI algorithms
Apply specialized AI technologies, such as natural language processing and computer vision, to create intelligent systems
6. Ability to find limits; differentiate and integrate basic elementary functions; explore functions using differential calculus methods; apply methods of differential and integral calculus when solving applied problems; be able to classify differential equations and apply the necessary methods to solve these equations; solve linear differential equations of the nth order and systems of linear equations with constant coefficients; be able to work with matrices Apply linear algebra, statistics, probability theory, and optimization methods to solve AI problems
7. Development and implementation of machine learning algorithms and models for various tasks Develop, train and test machine learning and deep learning models
Assess the relevance of your knowledge to adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the field of AI
8. Optimizing and improving the performance of machine learning models Develop, train and test machine learning and deep learning models
9. Working with large volumes of data and optimizing data processing processes Apply AI theories and methods to real-world projects, including internships and project activities with industrial and academic partners
Assess the relevance of your knowledge to adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the field of AI
Analyze data, develop and test hypotheses using AI tools to conduct scientific research
10. Ability to apply knowledge to project management Organize project management, teamwork, communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues and partners
Assess the relevance of your knowledge to adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the field of AI
11. Development and implementation of algorithms and models for solving specific problems related to artificial intelligence, for example, pattern recognition, natural language processing or anomaly detection, etc. Apply specialized AI technologies, such as natural language processing and computer vision, to create intelligent systems
Assess the relevance of your knowledge to adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the field of AI
12. Have an idea of: ethical and spiritual values; about sociological approaches to personality, basic patterns and forms of regulation of social behavior; about the essence of power and political life, political relations and processes, the role of political systems in the life of society and various social groups; about the role of consciousness and self-awareness in the behavior, communication and activities of people, the formation and development of personality. Conduct interdisciplinary scientific research using basic knowledge from the fields of economics and law, ecology and life safety
Apply entrepreneurial qualities to tasks related to calculating the profitability of scientific projects, guided by the principles of anti-corruption ethics and social responsibility.
13. Ability to apply acquired knowledge in the selected additional educational program Conduct interdisciplinary scientific research using basic knowledge from the fields of economics and law, ecology and life safet
Apply entrepreneurial qualities to tasks related to calculating the profitability of scientific projects, guided by the principles of anti-corruption ethics and social responsibility.
14. Own: ethical and legal standards of behavior; a system of practical knowledge and skills that ensure the acquisition, development, improvement and activation of psychophysical abilities and qualities, the acquisition, preservation and promotion of health, the ability to work in a team, correctly defend one’s point of view, and propose new solutions. Conduct interdisciplinary scientific research using basic knowledge from the fields of economics and law, ecology and life safety
Apply entrepreneurial qualities to tasks related to calculating the profitability of scientific projects, guided by the principles of anti-corruption ethics and social responsibility.
15. Ability for written and oral communication in the state language and the language of interethnic communication; the ability to construct oral and written speech in a logical, reasoned and clear manner; readiness to use one of the foreign languages. Organize project management, teamwork, communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues and partners
16. Ability to use modern information technologies, manage information using business applications; use network computer technologies, databases and application packages in your subject area. Apply programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++ to design and implement AI algorithms
17. Know: the basics of economic theory, the basics of financial literacy, ecology and life safety, research methods; have an understanding of business activities Conduct interdisciplinary scientific research using basic knowledge from the fields of economics and law, ecology and life safety
Apply entrepreneurial qualities to tasks related to calculating the profitability of scientific projects, guided by the principles of anti-corruption ethics and social responsibility.
18. The ability to actually use the state language, the language of interethnic communication and a foreign language in professional activities. Organize project management, teamwork, communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues and partners
19. The ability to understand the basics of economic knowledge, scientific ideas about finance, economics, and ethics of AI. Understand the ethical and social implications of AI use, including privacy, security, and algorithmic bias; and make informed decisions that are inclusive and equitable for all participants.
Assess the relevance of your knowledge to adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the field of AI
20. Ability to program in languages used in the development of artificial intelligence. Apply programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++ to design and implement AI algorithms
Assess the relevance of your knowledge to adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the field of AI
Modular Curriculum
Secondary disciplines Base disciplines Profiling disciplines