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The CS&IT Division provides a clear policy regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and systems. This includes, but is not limited to, generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude), AI-powered search engines, code assistants, automated summarizers, image generators, data analysis tools, and any software that uses machine learning to assist, generate, evaluate, or modify content.<\/p>\n
This policy is designed to help you understand:
\u2022 When and how AI tools may be used appropriately to support your learning
\u2022 When AI use is limited or prohibited
\u2022 Your responsibility when incorporating AI into academic work<\/p>\n
Our goal is to promote ethical, transparent, and responsible use of AI while preserving academic integrity and meaningful skill development.<\/p>\n
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The CS&IT Division recognizes that AI technologies are increasingly embedded in professional computing, business, and technical environments. Students must learn how to use AI effectively and responsibly as part of their workforce preparation.<\/p>\n
This policy balances:
\u2022 Encouraging responsible AI use aligned with industry practices
\u2022 Preserving your opportunity to develop foundational skills
\u2022 Maintaining fairness and transparency in assessment
\u2022 Ensuring compliance with academic integrity standards<\/p>\n
AI is a tool to enhance learning, not a substitute for learning.<\/p>\n
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For this policy, AI includes any digital system that uses machine learning, natural language processing, automation, or predictive modeling to assist in generating, analyzing, modifying, or evaluating content.<\/p>\n
This includes, but is not limited to:<\/p>\n
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Basic spellcheck and grammar tools are generally excluded unless they substantially alter content or structure.<\/p>\n
When GAI use is permitted, students should learn to use these tools ethically and effectively. Recommended resources include:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n These resources can help you understand responsible, transparent use of AI tools in software development and writing.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n \u2022 You must disclose any AI tool used in completing your work. <\/p>\n <\/> Python <\/p>\n Portions of this draft were developed with the assistance of ChatGPT (May 2026). All analyses and revisions were completed and verified independently.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Certain assignments may require the use of AI tools to simulate real-world professional practice (e.g., AI-assisted coding, prompt engineering, and AI-based debugging workflows).<\/p>\n When AI use is required:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Violations of this policy may result in:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Instructors may grant explicit written exceptions for specific assignments. Requests must be made in advance and approved in writing.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are unsure whether your use of AI is appropriate, ask your instructor before submitting your work.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n AI is a powerful tool in computing and technology fields. This policy prepares you for responsible, professional AI use while maintaining academic integrity.<\/p>\n Use AI to enhance your learning, not replace it!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" School of Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT)Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Policy\u00a0 Introduction The CS&IT Division provides a clear policy regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and systems. This includes, but is not limited to, generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude), AI-powered search engines, code assistants, automated summarizers, image generators, data analysis […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4285,"featured_media":0,"parent":292,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-9209","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9209","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4285"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9209"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9209\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/292"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/cs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9209"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}\n
Assessment and\u00a0 Disclosure<\/b><\/h3>\n
When AI use is allowed or required:<\/b><\/h4>\n
\u2022 You remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and quality of your submission.
\u2022 You must verify outputs and ensure you understand the material.
\u2022 Instructors may explicitly allow, restrict, or require AI use in specific assignments.
\u2022 Failure to disclose AI use when required constitutes academic dishonesty.<\/p>\nExample of Disclosure (Code):<\/b><\/h4>\n
# Function structure inspired by AI tool (ChatGPT), May 2026
# All logic verified and modified by the student<\/p>\nExample of Disclosure (Written work):<\/b><\/h4>\n
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Usage Permissions<\/b><\/b><\/h3>\n
Prohibited Uses<\/b><\/h4>\n
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Permitted Uses<\/b><\/h4>\n
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Required Uses<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Penalties<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Exceptions<\/b><\/h3>\n
Questions?<\/b><\/h3>\n
Summary<\/b><\/h3>\n