Course Outline
Foundations of Machine Learning
- Introduction to Machine Learning concepts and workflows
- Supervised vs. unsupervised learning
- Evaluating machine learning models: metrics and techniques
Bayesian Methods
- Naive Bayes and multinomial models
- Bayesian categorical data analysis
- Bayesian graphical models
Regression Techniques
- Linear regression
- Logistic regression
- Generalized Linear Models (GLM)
- Mixed models and additive models
Dimensionality Reduction
- Principal Component Analysis (PCA)
- Factor Analysis (FA)
- Independent Component Analysis (ICA)
Classification Methods
- K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN)
- Support Vector Machines (SVM) for regression and classification
- Boosting and ensemble models
Neural Networks
- Introduction to neural networks
- Applications of deep learning in classification and regression
- Training and tuning neural networks
Advanced Algorithms and Models
- Hidden Markov Models (HMM)
- State Space Models
- EM Algorithm
Clustering Techniques
- Introduction to clustering and unsupervised learning
- Popular clustering algorithms: K-Means, Hierarchical Clustering
- Use cases and practical applications of clustering
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of statistics and data analysis
- Programming experience in R, Python, or other relevant programming languages
Audience
- Data scientists
- Statisticians
Testimonials (5)
The variation with exercise and showing.
Ida Sjoberg - Swedish National Debt Office
Course - Econometrics: Eviews and Risk Simulator
Many examples and exercises related to the topic of the training.
Tomasz - Ministerstwo Zdrowia
Course - Advanced R Programming
the trainer had patience, and was eager to make sure we all understood the topics, the classes were fun to attend
Mamonyane Taoana - Road Safety Department
Course - Statistical Analysis using SPSS
Day 1 and Day 2 were really straight forward for me and really enjoyed that experience.
Mareca Sithole - Africa Health Research Institute
Course - R Fundamentals
The pace was just right and the relaxed atmosphere made candidates feel at ease to ask questions.