Course Details
Topic 1: Image Recognition with CNN
- Introduction to Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)
- Convolution & Pooling
- Build a CNN Model for Image Recognition
Topic 2: Overfitting for Small Datasets
- Overfitting and Underfitting
- Methods to Solve Overfitting
- Small Dataset Overfitting Issue
- Data Augmentation & Dropout
Topic 3: Functional Keras API
- What is Functional API
- Create Sequential Model with Functional API
- Create Non-Sequential Models with Functional API
Topic 4: Transfer Learning for Small Datasets
- Introduction to Transfer Learning
- Pre-trained Models
- Transfer Learning on Small Dataset
Topic 5: Text Classification with RNN
- Introduction to Recurrent Neural Network (RNN)
- Types of RNN Architectures
- LSTM and GRU
- Word Embedding
- Build a RNN Model for Text Classification
Final Assessment
- Written Assessment (Q&A)
- Practical Performance
- Oral Questioning
Course Info
Promotion Code
Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses
Minimum Entry Requirement
Knowledge and Skills
- Able to operate using computer functions with minimum Computer Literacy Level 2 based on ICAS Computer Skills Assessment Framework
- Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)
Attitude
- Positive Learning Attitude
- Enthusiastic Learner
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of working experience.
- Minimum 18 years old
Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement
Software:
You can download and install the following software:
Hardware: Windows and Mac Laptops
About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)
The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity.
Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.
For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.
Funding Eligility Criteria
Individual Sponsored Trainee | Employer Sponsored Trainee |
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SkillsFuture Credit:
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Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding:
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Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim
- The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
- Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
- Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
- Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’
SkillsFuture Level-Up Program
The SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme
Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP
The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).
For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)
Steps to Apply UTAP
- Log in to your U Portal account to submit your UTAP application upon completion of the course.
Note
- SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
- All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
- An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
- UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
- UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.
Job Roles
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Statistician
- R Developer
- Quantitative Researcher
- Bioinformatics Scientist
- Predictive Modeler
- Data Analyst (focusing on advanced analytics)
- Big Data Specialist (using R)
- Algorithm Developer
- AI Researcher (using R)
- Financial Quantitative Analyst
- Business Intelligence Specialist (with R expertise)
- Marketing Analytics Specialist (using R)
- Epidemiologist (utilizing machine learning).
Trainers
Man Guo Chang: Man Guo Chang graduated from Nanyang Technological University, School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, major in Computer Engineering.
He has more than 25 years of working experience in the Semiconductor field, specialized in IC Testing, Inline Electrical Testing, Product & Yield Engineering, Data Analysis, System Engineering, and Software Development. He is also an ACTA certified trainer, currently providing STEM training to adult learners in the area of Computer Vision, Internet of Things, Embedded Electronics, and Python Programming
Quah Chee Yong: Quah Chee Yong is a ACTA trainer. Chee Yong is an experienced professional who has held various Technical, Operations and Commercial positions across several industries A firm believer that AI can create a better world, he has equipped himself with the Knowledge and Skills in the fields of Data Science, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Cloud Deployment He has a deep passion for training & facilitating and is currently a Singapore WSQ certified Adult Educator. He particularly enjoys the interactive engagements with his fellow trainers and learners.
Customer Reviews (6)
- Mr. Alfred Ang is a professional and excellent trainer. He is patience and will check on our daily progress regularly. I learned a lot from him during these 2 days course. Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment
(Posted on 8/4/2021) - will recommend Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment - might recommend Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment
Computer test instead of paper test (Posted on 5/3/2021) - might recommend Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment
more practical session before exam (Posted on 5/3/2021) - will recommend Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment - will recommend Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment