Human-Intelligent Systems Interaction Graduate Certificate

This certificate provides advanced knowledge at the intersection of human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, and system design. Students explore how intelligent systems interact with users, focusing on usability, ethical considerations, and real-world applications. The curriculum equips graduates with skills to design, evaluate, and implement technologies that enhance human experiences in areas such as virtual assistants, adaptive interfaces, and smart environments.

Home unit: College of Emerging and Collaborative Studies .

Campus Code

Knoxville Campus

Graduate Certificate Type

Add-On
Stand-Alone

Credit Hours Required

15 graduate credit hours

Required Course (3 credit hours)

HCI 501 - Intelligent Systems and Human Interaction

Elective Courses (12 credit hours)

Select FOUR courses from list below:

ENGL 595 - Digital Humanities
COSC 558 - User Interfaces ^*
IARC 522 - Inclusive and Exclusive Design
INSC 586 - Usability Testing and Evaluation
INSC 588 - Human-Computer Interaction
INSC 688 - Human-Computer Interaction
IT 525 - Professional Ethics in Instructional Technology
LDT 630 - Design Thinking and Theory
ME 686 - Human-Robot Systems ^*
Note: *Please consult catalog for additional information regarding recommended background and/or registration restrictions for this course.

Non-Course Requirements

To receive the certificate, students must:

complete the Graduate Certificate Course Verification Form and
through MyUTK, apply to graduate from the certificate program.

Undergraduates