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Deep Learning Specialization

Mastering Deep Learning for Advanced AI Research and Development

Skills you will gain:

This self-paced specialization provides an in-depth exploration of deep learning, covering theoretical foundations and practical implementations. Participants will gain expertise in neural networks, convolutional networks, sequence models, and other advanced topics, preparing them for cutting-edge AI research and applications.

Aim: To equip PhD scholars and academicians with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in deep learning techniques and neural networks, essential for advanced AI research and development roles.

Program Objectives:

  • Master deep learning techniques and neural networks.
  • Apply deep learning models to real-world problems.
  • Optimize and improve deep learning models.
  • Conduct advanced AI research.
  • Implement state-of-the-art deep learning projects.

What you will learn?

  • Module 1: Introduction to Deep Learning

    1. Overview of Deep Learning
      • Definition and Scope
    2. History and Evolution of Deep Learning
      • Milestones and Key Figures
    3. Key Applications of Deep Learning
      • Real-World Use Cases
    4. Basic Concepts and Terminology
      • Fundamental Terms and Definitions

    Module 2: Neural Networks and Deep Learning

    1. Introduction to Neural Networks
      • Basic Structure and Function
    2. Perceptrons and Multilayer Perceptrons
      • Single-Layer vs. Multi-Layer Perceptrons
    3. Activation Functions
      • Common Activation Functions and Their Roles
    4. Training Neural Networks
      • Process and Techniques
    5. Backpropagation Algorithm
      • Detailed Explanation
    6. Loss Functions and Optimization
      • Types and Applications

    Module 3: Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization, and Optimization

    1. Hyperparameter Tuning
      • Methods and Strategies
    2. Regularization Techniques
      • L1 and L2 Regularization
      • Dropout
      • Data Augmentation
    3. Optimization Algorithms
      • Gradient Descent Variants
      • Adam, RMSprop, and Other Optimizers
    4. Batch Normalization
      • Concepts and Benefits
    5. Early Stopping and Model Checkpointing
      • Implementation and Advantages

    Module 4: Structuring Machine Learning Projects

    1. Project Workflow and Best Practices
      • End-to-End Process
    2. Data Preparation and Preprocessing
      • Techniques and Tools
    3. Training, Validation, and Test Sets
      • Splitting and Management
    4. Model Selection and Evaluation Metrics
      • Criteria and Methods
    5. Debugging and Error Analysis
      • Strategies and Techniques
    6. Deployment and Monitoring
      • Best Practices and Tools

    Module 5: Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs)

    1. Introduction to CNNs
      • Basic Concepts and Architecture
    2. Convolutional Layers
      • Function and Implementation
    3. Pooling Layers
      • Types and Applications
    4. Fully Connected Layers
      • Role in CNNs
    5. Transfer Learning and Pre-trained Models
      • Techniques and Benefits
    6. Advanced CNN Architectures
      • AlexNet
      • VGGNet
      • ResNet
      • InceptionNet

    Module 6: Sequence Models

    1. Introduction to Sequence Models
      • Overview and Applications
    2. Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs)
      • Basic Concepts and Uses
    3. Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) Networks
      • Structure and Function
    4. Gated Recurrent Units (GRUs)
      • Comparison with LSTMs
    5. Sequence to Sequence Models
      • Applications and Examples
    6. Attention Mechanisms
      • Theory and Implementation
    7. Transformer Models
      • Detailed Overview

    Module 7: Advanced Topics in Deep Learning

    1. Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)
      • Concepts and Applications
    2. Autoencoders and Variational Autoencoders (VAEs)
      • Theory and Use Cases
    3. Reinforcement Learning
      • Basics and Applications
    4. Deep Reinforcement Learning
      • Advanced Techniques
    5. Meta-Learning and Few-Shot Learning
      • Concepts and Examples
    6. Neural Architecture Search (NAS)
      • Methods and Benefits
    7. Explainable AI and Interpretability
      • Importance and Techniques

    Module 8: Practical Implementations and Case Studies

    1. Image Classification
      • Methods and Applications
    2. Object Detection and Segmentation
      • Techniques and Tools
    3. Natural Language Processing (NLP) Applications
      • Key Applications and Models
    4. Speech Recognition
      • Techniques and Use Cases
    5. Time Series Forecasting
      • Methods and Applications
    6. Recommender Systems
      • Theory and Implementation
    7. Case Studies from Industry
      • Real-World Examples

Intended For :

AI researchers, data scientists, machine learning engineers, and academic professionals in AI and computer science.

Career Supporting Skills

Neural Networks CNNs Sequence Models Optimization AI Implementation