This course explores the process of machine learning through the lens of empirical modeling. We will develop the theory and algorithms that underpin the process of learning interesting things about data. Algorithms we’ll develop typically include: singular value decomposition and eigenfaces, the n-armed bandit, projections and linear regression, data clustering (k-means, Neural Gas, Kohonen’s SOM), linear neural networks, optimization algorithms, autoencoders and deep networks. The course will involve some computer programming, so previous programming experience is helpful. May be elected as Mathematics 350.
Prerequisite Courses