Applied Machine Learning
MODULE COMPONENTS
CO-711-A
7.5 CREDIT POINTS
Term Offered Spring 2024
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
n/a
CLASS MEETING INFORMATION
Days of Week & Times
Tuesday 20:44-22:00
INSTRUCTOR(S) CONTACT & OFFICE
Instructor Name(s): Alexandr Shabalin
Office Hours: Tuesday 20:44-22:00
FORMAT
Online Lecture
MODULE DESCRIPTION
The module provides a hands-on introduction to Machine Learning (ML), emphasizing practical
aspects of workflows and applications. Topics include k-Means clustering, Nearest Neighbor (NN) and
Naive Bayes techniques, Decision Trees, Support Vector Machines (SVMs). Particular emphasis is on
Neural Networks and Deep Learning. Theoretical concepts such as distance metrics, graphs, and
networks are reviewed. Flexible educational formats (mostly online and hybrid) allow for
asynchronous learning. Lectures are combined with Python exercises with particular emphasis on the
SciKit-learn package. Disciplinary applications and case studies are immersed as bridging elements.
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
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documents.
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
1. enumerate and describe main Machine Learning (ML) tasks and applications,
2. discern and explain important ML approaches to classification and regression,
3. apply Nearest Neighbor and Naive Bayes techniques to classify problems,
4. employ Decision Trees and Support Vector Machines to solve data science problems,
5. understand and use Neural Network and Deep Learning techniques,
6. address Machine Learning tasks by means of the Python library SciKit-learn (sklearn).
FORMS OF LEARNING AND TEACHING
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ASSESSMENT TYPE
Scope: All intended learning outcomes of the module Completion: To pass this module, the
examination has to be passed with at least 45%.
COURSE SCHEDULE
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
All involved parties (professors and lecturers, instructors and students) are expected to abide by the
word and spirit of the “Code of Academic Integrity”, which may be reviewed here:
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policies/code-of-academic-integrity. Violations of the Code might be brought to the attention of the
Academic Integrity Committee.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) USE POLICY
Please change the policy to reflect your own policy.
This policy covers any generative AI tool, such as ChatGPT, Elicit, etc. This includes text, slides,
artwork/graphics/video/audio and other products.
1. You are discouraged from using AI tools UNLESS under direct instruction from your instructor
to do so. Please contact your instructor if you are unsure or have questions BEFORE using AI
for any assignment.
2. If AI is permitted to be used, you must clearly state how AI was used in completing the
assignments. No more than 25% of an assignment should be created with AI if the instructor
gives permission for its use. If you are not sure whether a certain usage of AI is permitted for
doing your assignments, contact the course instructor.
3. Note that the material generated by these programs may be inaccurate, incomplete, or
otherwise problematic. Their use may also stifle your own independent thinking and
creativity. Accordingly, reduction in the grade is likely when using AI.
If any part of this AI policy is confusing or uncertain, please reach out to your instructor for a
conversation before submitting your work.
FEEDBACK FROM STUDENTS
We are eager to constantly improve the quality of our teaching. We would be glad to obtain your
feedback at any time of the course to improve your learning experience.