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76619-01 - Seminar: Artificial Intelligence: Concepts, Applications, and Implications (3 CP)
| Semester | fall semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Irregular |
| Lecturers | Peter Fornaro (peter.fornaro@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | This lecture introduces the core principles of artificial intelligence (AI), covering its theoretical foundations, practical applications, and societal implications. We will explore key AI methodologies, including machine learning, neural networks, and deep learning, and their impact on various fields such as digital humanities, image processing, and automation. A significant focus will be placed on how AI systems process and generate information, including pattern recognition, decision-making, and language models. Ethical considerations, such as bias in AI, transparency, and the future role of AI in society, will also be discussed. By the end of this lecture, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of AI's capabilities and limitations, enabling them to critically assess its role in research, technology, and everyday life. |
| Admission requirements | Participation is limited. Priority will be given to students of Digital Humanities if the course is oversubscribed. |
| Language of instruction | German |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Thursday | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 17.09.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 24.09.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 01.10.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 08.10.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 15.10.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 22.10.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 29.10.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 05.11.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 12.11.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 19.11.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 26.11.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 03.12.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 10.12.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Thursday 17.12.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Kollegienhaus, Hörsaal 119 |
| Modules |
Modul: Creating, Analyzing and Visualizing of Data (Master's degree subject: Digital Humanities) Modul: Strategien des Digitalen (Master's degree subject: Media Studies) Module: Introduction to Digital Humanities (Master's degree subject: Digital Humanities) Module: Societal Approaches (Master's Studies: European Global Studies) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration; dereg.: not required |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | Pass / Fail |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, studadmin-philhist@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Digital Humanities Lab |