University of New South Wales

Machine Learning and Data Mining

COMP9417

Iowa State Course Substitution

Introduction to Machine Learning

COMS 4740

Course Info

International Credits: 6.0
Converted Credits: 4.0
Country: Australia
Language: English
Special Notes:

*This course is no longer available for exchange students after Spring 2023!*

Course Description:

Machine learning (ML) is the algorithmic approach to learning from data.  This course provides an introduction to core ideas and techniques in ML, covering theoretical foundations, algorithms, and practical methodology.  Algorithms for supervised and unsupervised learning are covered, including regression, classification, neural networks, tree learning, kernel methods, clustering, dimensionality reduction, ensemble methods, and large-scale ML. Students will be given hands-on experience on applying ML algorithms to real problems and datasets.

Review

Evaluated Date:
January 13, 2020
Evaluated:
Kris De Brabanter
Expiration Date:
January 13, 2025
Comments:

This course covers most topics of COMS 474 and even uses similar materials. In my opinion this is an appropriate course substitution.