1How Businesses Are Using Artificial Intelligence In 2023. (2023). Forbes Advisor. Retrieved May 16, 2023.
The Southern Methodist University Machine Learning and AI MicroBootCamp™ is a topic-specific, 8–10-week intensive designed for experienced professionals.
As a student, you will build advanced technical skills in machine learning and AI, including:
Students must be experienced programmers familiar with Python.
MicroBootCamps™ offer high-quality, personalized assistance to supercharge your career as a leader in AI. We’re here to support your learning journey with unparalleled services and resources, and we will continue to guide you throughout your professional life.
This MicroBootCamp™ is ideal for experienced programmers familiar with Python. Interested students should have a proven proficiency in Python and mathematics, including linear algebra, statistics and multivariable calculus. Work experience in programming is recommended, but not required. To benefit from this program, you should be able to:
Led by edX-vetted instructors, this course contains readings, videos and real-world AI projects paired with real-time learning assistant support, personalized grading feedback and live office hours with instructors. As you develop optimized skills through hands-on machine learning and AI activities, you’ll also build a portfolio to showcase your work.
Engage in an industry-driven curriculum that teaches you how to build state-of-the-art AI skills, take on new projects or stand out as a leader in the industry.
Learners will need the following equipment in order to successfully participate in the program:
By the time you complete the MicroBootCamp™, you will have learned in-demand skills, built an impressive portfolio of AI projects and earned a valuable Certificate of Completion.
| Time to complete | 8–10 weeks |
|---|---|
| Pacing | 8–10 hours per week, self-paced with live office hours |
| Live office hours | 2 weekdays (1.5 hrs/session over 10 weeks) |
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MicroBootCamps™ provide skills-based learning to students across Texas and beyond. This program is offered through SMU Continuing and Professional Education in partnership with edX.
Participants will have access to weekly instructor-led office hours where they can learn alongside learners from other participating universities and institutions and, upon meeting all requirements, be issued a Certificate in Machine Learning and AI from SMU Continuing and Professional Education.
A nationally ranked private university located near the heart of Dallas, SMU is a distinguished center for global research with a liberal arts tradition. SMU’s 11,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through seven schools.
1How Businesses Are Using Artificial Intelligence In 2023. (2023). Forbes Advisor. Retrieved May 16, 2023.