A solid foundation in mathematical knowledge is vital for the development of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. What are the key maths skills required to study machine learning and AI?

If you haven’t studied mathematics since school and have forgotten what you’ve learned, this primer course will provide you with the education you need.

What mathematics do I need to know to launch a career in artificial intelligence?

The course will cover the three main branches of mathematics used in data science and artificial intelligence: linear algebra, calculus and probability. You’ll get to learn the essential topics of each of these three areas – from equations, functions and graphs to differentiation and optimisation and vectors and matrices.

Having mastered these concepts and techniques, you’ll have the foundational knowledge to kickstart your machine learning career.

What topics will you cover?

Algebra Fundamentals
Quadratic Equations and Functions
Differential Calculus Foundations
Differentiation and Derivatives
Vectors and Vector Multiplications
Matrix Multiplications and Transformations
Probability Basics
Sampling and Sampling Distributions

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Microsoft:

This course is accredited by Microsoft

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What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

Applied Differentiation and Optimization
Applied Statistics and Probability
Designed Vectors and Matrices
Developed Equations, Functions, and Graphs

Who is the course for?

The course is ideal for anyone who wishes to learn the core mathematics techniques and concepts required to help with their career in AI, machine learning and data science.

You may be planning to study in these areas, or you may be a student looking to improve your knowledge. * Equations, Functions and Graphs * Differentiation and Optimization * Vectors and Matrices * Statistics and Probability

Who developed the course?

CloudSwyft Global Systems, Inc.

CloudSwyft has partnered with the top global technology companies to deliver cutting edge digital skills learning across the modern workplace.

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