Foundations of Deep Learning with Applications

1 Course Unit

This course serves as a first, conceptual introduction to Deep Learning, which is the technology at the heart of modern AI. Topics include: what is a neural network and how to train it, generative AI, failure modes and safety of deep learning, and efficient deep learning. Prerequisites: Calculus, beginner programming experience with Python. Highly recommended: basic linear algebra (matrices and matrix multiplication). Mutually Exclusive: STAT 4850 1 Course Unit