ECSE 551. Machine Learning for Engineers.

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ECSE 551
Machine Learning for Engineers.
Credits: 4
Offered by: Electrical & Computer Engr (Faculty of Engineering)
This course is not offered this catalogue year.

Description

Introduction to machine learning: challenges and fundamental concepts. Supervised learning: Regression and Classification. Unsupervised learning. Curse of dimensionality: dimension reduction and feature selection. Error estimation and empirical validation. Emphasis on good methods and practices for deployment of real systems.
  • Corequisite: ECSE 343 or ECSE 543 or MATH 247
  • Prerequisite(s): (ECSE 250 or COMP 250) and (ECSE 205 or MATH 323)
  • Restrictions: Not open to students who have taken or are taking COMP 551.

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