Developing a Curriculum for Ethical and Responsible AI: A University Course on Safety, Fairness, Privacy, and Ethics to Prepare Next Generation of AI Professionals

Abstract

In this scientific paper, the researcher develops a course on “Safety, Fairness, Privacy, and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence” (SFPE-AI) designed for university students. The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the technical and ethical issues associated with the development and deployment of AI systems. The course is designed to be interdisciplinary, drawing on concepts and techniques from computer science, philosophy, and law. The curriculum is divided into four modules: safety, fairness, privacy, and ethics. To facilitate student learning, the course employs a variety of pedagogical tools, such as interactive lectures, case studies, group discussions, and hands-on projects. The case studies used in the course include real-world examples of AI applications and their associated ethical and societal implication, thus providing students with a diverse perspective on the challenges and opportunities associated with AI. After the completion of this course, students are expected to understand the technical and ethical issues associated with AI, design and develop AI systems that are safe, fair, private, and ethical, and critically evaluate the societal implications of AI. The SFPE-AI course is expected to prepare the next generation of AI professionals to build responsible and trustworthy AI systems. The course will also serve as a model for other universities and educational institutions looking to integrate the discussion of AI safety, fairness, privacy, and ethics into their curriculum.