Al-Mukalla – University Media
A group of fourth-level students from the Department of Computer Engineering at Hadhramout University conducted a field visit to Al-Thuraya Qur’an Memorization School, as part of community service initiatives organized by the Faculty of Engineering and Computing.
The student team areSalem Saeed Abbad, Abdulrahman Nasser Ubaidon, Saeed Abdullah bin Taher, Osama Mohammed Al-Aqeel, and Saeed Ahmed Ba-Awidhan. They delivered a specialized awareness lecture on artificial intelligence (AI) under the supervision of Dr. Suheer Al-Hadhrami.
The visit began with a comprehensive presentation introducing the concept of artificial intelligence, tracing its philosophical foundations and its evolution into a formal academic discipline following the Dartmouth Conference (1956). The presentation also highlighted the major transformations driven by big data and advances in modern computing capabilities.
The students explained the three main types of artificial intelligence: narrow AI, designed for specific tasks such as voice assistants; general AI, which remains under development; and superintelligent AI, which is still considered a theoretical concept. They also showcased the rapid expansion of AI applications across fields such as medicine, commerce, and transportation, in addition to generative AI tools used in content creation and image design. They emphasized that artificial intelligence has become a key driver of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
The lecture witnessed active engagement from the school’s students, including an open discussion on the importance of artificial intelligence, its future in Arab societies, and the ethical and technical challenges associated with its development. This interaction reflected strong curiosity and a growing interest in emerging technologies.
This visit comes as part of the department’s plan to promote technological awareness across educational institutions, reflecting the University’s commitment to linking academic knowledge with community needs. It also aims to train students to communicate their expertise in a simplified and accessible manner suitable for diverse age groups and educational settings.