ML methods covered in this course will include classification/regression, generative modeling and anomaly detection. Students will be introduced to major ML frameworks and architectures such as CNNs, transformers, GANs, VAEs, normalizing flows and diffusion models.
These methods will be illustrated through their applications to a broad array of subfields, such as particle physics, astronomy, cosmology, condensed matter physics, and more. No prior knowledge of modern ML or domain knowledge of any of these fields will be required. However, there will be an emphasis on hands-on examples, so prior experience in data analysis and coding (Python, numpy, matplotlib, ...) would be helpful to get the most out of the course.
Along the way, students will receive a practical introduction to fundamental concepts and methods in machine learning and data science. Hopefully, after taking this semester-long course, students will be able to understand current research trends in ML applications to physics and astronomy and embark on research projects of their own.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The first meeting of this course will be THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2023.
Instructor:
Lectures: MTh 10:20-11:40, NHETC SEMINAR ROOM
Resources:
Prerequisites:
This course is intended for everyone in the department, so NO prior domain knowledge of any particular subfield will be required.
You will also NOT
be required to know in advance any of the deep learning software frameworks (Keras, Tensorflow, pytorch, etc).
However, you will be expected to be at least somewhat familiar with python and some of its essential packages (numpy, matplotlib, ...).
Homeworks: TBD
Exams: TBD
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