Miami Dade College Receives $2.9 Million From National Science Foundation to Advance AI Education and Workforce Development
Miami Dade College Receives $2.9 Million From National Science Foundation to Advance AI Education and Workforce Development Miami Dade College (MDC) has been awarded $2.9 million from the National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education (NSF ATE) program to create the National Applied Artificial Intelligence Consortium (NAAIC), a groundbreaking initiative aiming to foster the growth of technician-level artificial intelligence (AI) professionals across the country. NAAIC will serve as a national reference and resource hub for AI education and training, providing leadership, guidance and support for community colleges developing or enhancing AI programs. The consortium will also engage a National AI Business and Industry Leadership Team to identify the current and emerging needs of the AI workforce and align with industry standards and expectations.
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Miami, June 11, 2024 – Miami Dade College (MDC), in partnership with Houston Community College (HCC) and Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD), has been awarded $2.9 million from the National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education (NSF ATE) program to create the National Applied Artificial Intelligence Consortium (NAAIC), a groundbreaking initiative that aims to foster the growth of technician-level artificial intelligence (AI) professionals across the nation.
The field of AI is rapidly transforming industries, businesses and society. However, there is a critical shortage of skilled AI professionals who can apply AI solutions to real-world problems. To address this gap, NAAIC, under the leadership of MDC, will serve as a national reference and resource hub for AI education and training, providing leadership, guidance and support for community colleges that want to develop or enhance their AI programs and courses.
“We are proud of Miami Dade College’s role as a national leader in AI education and workforce development,” said MDC President Madeline Pumariega. “It is an honor to be entrusted with this important initiative and work alongside other excellent institutions to establish best practices and grow the AI talent pool.”
The ultimate goal of NAAIC is to advance the education and training of a diverse and highly skilled technical workforce in the field of AI and prepare students for rewarding careers in AI-related fields. By equipping students with the AI knowledge, skills and hands-on experience needed to excel in today and tomorrow’s workforce, the consortium will contribute to the economic and social well-being of individuals, communities and the nation.
NAAIC already counts on an expansive network of industry partners like Intel, AWS, Microsoft, Dell, IBM and NVIDIA, among others, that will provide AI resources to consortium members. NAAIC will also engage a National AI Business and Industry Leadership Team (BILT) to identify the current and emerging needs of the AI workforce and ensure that the curriculum and competencies of community colleges align with industry standards and expectations.
Темы: Academia, AI