AI at SAIT: 4 things every student should know
Don’t ask ChatGPT how to use artificial intelligence (AI) at SAIT — we've got you.
Tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini are expanding the ways we work and learn. There’s a lot you can do with AI and a few things you need to know to use it effectively and responsibly at SAIT.
1) Know the AI ground rules
SAIT has a policy governing technology use and an AI procedure all students need to read. You don’t have to memorize the name (AD.2.15.3 Use of Artificial Intelligence Technologies at SAIT) but you do need to know the expectations for students using AI at SAIT.
2) Check with your instructor before using AI tools
Since you’ve now read the procedure, you know each instructor decides how AI tools can be used in graded tests and assignments.
If an instructor says you can use AI tools, they need to be attributed.
Using AI incorrectly in an assessment or exam can lead to academic misconduct. If you’re not sure, always ask your instructor.
3) Pause before you paste
Always protect your data and SAIT’s data.
If your instructor is okay with using AI tools for your course work, use the secure version of Microsoft Copilot Chat (SAIT’s preferred tool for students) but always pause before you paste.
Never put confidential or restricted data into an AI tool or chatbot. At SAIT, data is classified as unrestricted, protected, confidential and restricted. Know what’s safe to share, what’s not and where.
4) Different programs and courses are going to use AI differently
Course content for Baking and Pastry Arts and Advanced Care Paramedic programs is very different. They’re going to use AI tools differently too, and that’s true of all programs across SAIT.
The use of AI technologies in courses will be aligned to learning outcomes and how industry needs graduates equipped to leverage the technology.
*Person-generated summary
Want to put AI to work for your class at SAIT? Bottom line: Know the ground rules. Check with your instructor. Keep your data and SAIT data safe. Remember, how you use AI will look different from course to course. When you’re not sure, ask.
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