Machine Learning Basics
Machine Learning Basics is a £39 beginner-level course from FutureLearn, typically completed in 12 hrs (around 12 study hours).
- Price
- £39
- Duration
- 12 hrs
- Level
- Beginner
- Study hours
- 12 hours
- Provider
- FutureLearn
About this course
A gentle introduction to machine learning concepts for aspiring AI engineers. You will understand the three main ML paradigms, apply k-Nearest Neighbours classification, and use linear and logistic regression for prediction and classification — giving you the conceptual foundation to progress to deeper ML study.
What you will be able to do
- Explain how supervised and unsupervised learning differ
- Explain the role in plain terms and identify your next learning step
- Train and evaluate models on a prepared dataset
- Complete assessed work that evidences competence to an awarding standard
- Assemble portfolio evidence you can explain and defend at interview
Highlights
- Understand supervised, unsupervised and reinforcement learning
- Apply k-Nearest Neighbours (kNN) to classification tasks
- Use linear regression for continuous prediction problems
- Use logistic regression for binary classification tasks
- Build the conceptual foundation for deeper ML study
Questions people ask
How much does Machine Learning Basics cost?
Machine Learning Basics costs £39 through FutureLearn. Prices are checked against the provider's UK listing and can change.
How long does Machine Learning Basics take?
The provider lists 12 hrs. That works out at roughly 12 study hours in total.
Is Machine Learning Basics suitable for beginners?
It is pitched at beginner level, so no prior experience is assumed.
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