Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (MERIT short-term course)

MERIT is a project, co-funded by the EU under the Digital Europe Programme, and implemented by four European universities, SMEs, digital innovation hubs and research centres. The European project proposes several new and one updated master study programs in the field of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and internet of things. It also provides funding for students in form of student grants to increase the study availability and seep of perfection around advanced digital skills. Through MERIT students can connect—and work with—academics and industry professionals across Europe. Placement opportunities and short-term visits are available to them.

To support faster upskilling in certain areas, we are offering short-term courses. We are excited to announce the launch of our new short term-course, Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence that is organised within the framework of the European MERIT project. This short-term course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the world of AI and is perfect for individuals with a bachelor’s degree looking to deepen their understanding of AI and its applications. The participant of the short-term courses will join the group of master student for one course and will be able to benefit from the studies as well as collaboration opportunities. You can review testimonials of the June edition here.

Course Overview

This course offers an in-depth exploration of artificial intelligence, from its historical development to its current role in computer science. Participants will gain practical skills in data handling, cleaning, feature engineering, and model building using various supervised and unsupervised learning methods. The curriculum covers essential topics such as linear regression, decision trees, ensemble methods, clustering techniques, and data visualization. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to apply AI concepts to real-world scenarios.

Course details

• Duration: 6 ECTS credits
• Format: On-site (Vilnius Tech - Lithuania)
• Language: Lithuanian
• Seats Available: 10
• Tuition Fees: Free of charge
• Dates: Starts on the 5th of September 2024
• Duration: one month
• Schedule: Evening classes, 2-3 days per week
• Certificate of participation: Participants will receive a certificate of participation from the MERIT project with the course details and ECTS credits.

Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your AI knowledge. Apply now to secure your spot!  

For more information, please contact: Simona Ramanauskaitė or the project through the contact form available here.

We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting learning experience!

This project has received funding from the European Union under the Digital Europe Programme (GA 101083531).