Center for Public Safety Data Science
Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence

The Artificial Intelligence Pathway equips public safety professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the evolving role of AI in criminal investigations and public safety. Through foundational learning and case-driven analysis, students explore both the benefits and risks of AI technologies—from voice synthesis and deepfakes to AI-assisted cybercrimes. This pathway emphasizes practical tools, ethical considerations, and investigative strategies, empowering participants to detect AI-enabled threats, use AI resources effectively, and make informed decisions in an increasingly digitized and complex landscape.

Data Analysis

Data Analysis

The Data Analytics Pathway provides a comprehensive foundation for public safety professionals to develop critical data analysis skills across multiple platforms and contexts. From mastering Excel-based data cleaning techniques and introductory crime analysis fundamentals to tackling complex digital evidence like call detail records and social media data, this pathway empowers students to extract actionable intelligence from raw datasets. Each course builds on practical, real-world scenarios, equipping participants with the tools needed to make data-informed decisions, uncover investigative leads, and improve strategic outcomes in criminal justice environments.

Power BI

Power BI

The Power BI Pathway empowers public safety professionals to transform raw data into actionable intelligence through a progression of immersive, hands-on courses. From foundational concepts to expert-level analytics, students will learn how to use Microsoft Power BI Desktop to visualize, analyze, and communicate complex criminal justice data. This pathway equips participants with the skills needed to uncover patterns, support intelligence-led policing, and craft compelling data narratives that drive informed decisions, enhance transparency, and strengthen community trust.

Computer Languages

Computer Languages

The Computer Languages Pathway introduces public safety professionals to foundational programming languages essential for modern data analysis and decision-making. Through beginner-focused courses in Python, R, and SQL, participants gain practical skills in automating data collection, cleaning, manipulation, and visualization. Whether using Python for scripting and web scraping, R for statistical analysis and BI enhancements, or SQL for querying structured databases, students will learn to transform raw data into meaningful insights. This pathway empowers criminal justice personnel to engage confidently with data and technology in support of more informed and effective public safety operations.