Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning

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Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Symbolic and Rule-Based Reasoning

About Course

Unlock the secrets of machine learning – the data-driven heart of modern AI.

This FREE Machine Learning course guides you from core concepts to cutting-edge deep learning, demystifying how machines learn from data and make decisions in the real world. With a focus on clarity, applications and responsible AI, you’ll gain practical knowledge of supervised, unsupervised and reinforcement learning, as well as the neural networks powering today’s breakthroughs.

Each section is designed for rapid progression – building on your understanding from the first two courses in the Foundations of AI series – so you’ll graduate with a solid, working grasp of machine learning’s power and pitfalls.

Complete the course and quizzes to earn your free NORAI Connect certificate.

Based on Victor A. Lausas’ acclaimed book, “Artificial Intelligence Made Unlocked” (ISBN 978-952-88-0520-5), this course distils the essentials for anyone ready to understand and apply AI in the real world. If you prefer to read the book instead, you can also get the book for free for a limited time:

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Understand the core principles and types of machine learning, including supervised, unsupervised and reinforcement learning.
Recognise how machine learning is used in real-world applications, from recommendations to self-driving cars.
Explore the fundamentals of deep learning and neural networks, including CNNs, RNNs and transformers.
Discover how machines process human language with natural language processing (NLP) and apply it to tasks like translation and content moderation.
Learn the basics of computer vision and multimodal AI, enabling machines to "see" and understand the world.
Gain practical knowledge of the machine learning workflow, from data preparation and feature engineering to model evaluation and deployment.
Understand key concepts in reinforcement learning and how AI systems learn by trial, error and reward.
Examine the latest trends in robotics and intelligent machines and how AI is transforming industries from healthcare to manufacturing.

Course Content

The Foundations of Machine Learning
Discover the core concepts, types and transformative power of machine learning and see how it’s shaping everyday experiences.

Machine Learning: Teaching Computers Through Experience
Expanding the Landscape of Machine Learning
Machine Learning in Action: Everyday Applications

Deep Learning and Neural Networks
Uncover the mechanics and magic of deep learning - the neural network revolution powering the smartest systems of today.

Understanding Language – Natural Language Processing
Explore how machines read, write and communicate - enabling applications from chatbots to real-time translation and content moderation.

Vision and Perception – Computer Vision & Multimodal AI
Delve into how machines see and interpret the world, combining visual understanding with other data streams for enhanced insight.

Learning by Doing – Reinforcement Learning
Learn how agents master tasks through trial, error and reward, driving advances in gaming, industry and autonomous systems.

Intelligent Machines in the Physical World – Robotics & Real-World AI
Witness how AI breathes life into robots, enabling them to perceive, plan and collaborate in industries and beyond.

Final Assessment
Test your understanding of Machine Learning - Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing and Multimodal AI. A True/False quiz, 80% required to pass.

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Student Ratings & Reviews

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John Stallings

2 weeks ago

Solid Course

JJ. Elmue Da Silva

2 months ago

The course made complex AI concepts feel approachable, even familiar. I recommend it to everyone who wants to have a deep and meaningful understanding of Artificial Intelligence.

ddiaz

2 months ago

Excellent course.

Course Prerequisite(s)

About Course

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

The Foundations of Machine Learning
Discover the core concepts, types and transformative power of machine learning and see how it’s shaping everyday experiences.

Machine Learning: Teaching Computers Through Experience

Expanding the Landscape of Machine Learning

Machine Learning in Action: Everyday Applications

Deep Learning and Neural Networks
Uncover the mechanics and magic of deep learning - the neural network revolution powering the smartest systems of today.

Deep Learning: Unveiling the Layers of Intelligent Machines

Neural Network Architectures: CNNs, RNNs and Transformers Explained

Deep Learning in Action: From Voice Commands to Self-Driving Cars

Understanding Language – Natural Language Processing
Explore how machines read, write and communicate - enabling applications from chatbots to real-time translation and content moderation.

Natural Language Processing: Bridging the Gap Between Humans and Machines

Natural Language Processing in Action: Key Tasks Simplified

Virtual Assistants, Translation Services and Content Moderation

Vision and Perception – Computer Vision & Multimodal AI
Delve into how machines see and interpret the world, combining visual understanding with other data streams for enhanced insight.

Seeing and Understanding: The Role of Computer Vision and Multimodal AI

Computer Vision Techniques: Object Detection, Image Segmentation and Facial Recognition

Multimodal AI: Integrating Diverse Data for Enhanced Understanding

Seeing Through Machines: Applications of Computer Vision in Healthcare, Transport and Security

Learning by Doing – Reinforcement Learning
Learn how agents master tasks through trial, error and reward, driving advances in gaming, industry and autonomous systems.

An Introduction to Reinforcement Learning

Navigating Choices: Core Concepts in Reinforcement Learning

Reinforcement Learning in Action: From Games to Industry

Intelligent Machines in the Physical World – Robotics & Real-World AI
Witness how AI breathes life into robots, enabling them to perceive, plan and collaborate in industries and beyond.

Bringing Machines to Life: How AI Empowers Robots in the Physical World

How Robots Perceive, Plan and Collaborate: A Human-Centred Perspective

Robots at Work: Transforming Manufacturing, Services and Exploration

Final Assessment
Test your understanding of Machine Learning - Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing and Multimodal AI. A True/False quiz, 80% required to pass.

Machine Learning Unlocked: True or False?

Earn a FREE certificate on completion!

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Symbolic and Rule-Based Reasoning

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Ethics, Risks & Regulation

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: From Myths to Machine Learning

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning

Course Prerequisite(s)

About Course

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

The Foundations of Machine Learning Discover the core concepts, types and transformative power of machine learning and see how it’s shaping everyday experiences.

Machine Learning: Teaching Computers Through Experience

Expanding the Landscape of Machine Learning

Machine Learning in Action: Everyday Applications

Deep Learning and Neural Networks Uncover the mechanics and magic of deep learning - the neural network revolution powering the smartest systems of today.

Deep Learning: Unveiling the Layers of Intelligent Machines

Neural Network Architectures: CNNs, RNNs and Transformers Explained

Deep Learning in Action: From Voice Commands to Self-Driving Cars

Understanding Language – Natural Language Processing Explore how machines read, write and communicate - enabling applications from chatbots to real-time translation and content moderation.

Natural Language Processing: Bridging the Gap Between Humans and Machines

Natural Language Processing in Action: Key Tasks Simplified

Virtual Assistants, Translation Services and Content Moderation

Vision and Perception – Computer Vision & Multimodal AI Delve into how machines see and interpret the world, combining visual understanding with other data streams for enhanced insight.

Seeing and Understanding: The Role of Computer Vision and Multimodal AI

Computer Vision Techniques: Object Detection, Image Segmentation and Facial Recognition

Multimodal AI: Integrating Diverse Data for Enhanced Understanding

Seeing Through Machines: Applications of Computer Vision in Healthcare, Transport and Security

Learning by Doing – Reinforcement Learning Learn how agents master tasks through trial, error and reward, driving advances in gaming, industry and autonomous systems.

An Introduction to Reinforcement Learning

Navigating Choices: Core Concepts in Reinforcement Learning

Reinforcement Learning in Action: From Games to Industry

Intelligent Machines in the Physical World – Robotics & Real-World AI Witness how AI breathes life into robots, enabling them to perceive, plan and collaborate in industries and beyond.

Bringing Machines to Life: How AI Empowers Robots in the Physical World

How Robots Perceive, Plan and Collaborate: A Human-Centred Perspective

Robots at Work: Transforming Manufacturing, Services and Exploration

Final Assessment Test your understanding of Machine Learning - Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing and Multimodal AI. A True/False quiz, 80% required to pass.

Machine Learning Unlocked: True or False?

Earn a FREE certificate on completion!

Student Ratings & Reviews

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Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Symbolic and Rule-Based Reasoning

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: Ethics, Risks & Regulation

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence: From Myths to Machine Learning

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The Foundations of Machine Learning
Discover the core concepts, types and transformative power of machine learning and see how it’s shaping everyday experiences.

Deep Learning and Neural Networks
Uncover the mechanics and magic of deep learning - the neural network revolution powering the smartest systems of today.

Understanding Language – Natural Language Processing
Explore how machines read, write and communicate - enabling applications from chatbots to real-time translation and content moderation.

Vision and Perception – Computer Vision & Multimodal AI
Delve into how machines see and interpret the world, combining visual understanding with other data streams for enhanced insight.

Learning by Doing – Reinforcement Learning
Learn how agents master tasks through trial, error and reward, driving advances in gaming, industry and autonomous systems.

Intelligent Machines in the Physical World – Robotics & Real-World AI
Witness how AI breathes life into robots, enabling them to perceive, plan and collaborate in industries and beyond.

Final Assessment
Test your understanding of Machine Learning - Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing and Multimodal AI. A True/False quiz, 80% required to pass.