A 3-month course for determined learners to broaden their knowledge and enhance their skillsets in machine learning and AI-related fields
Dubai, UAE – 22 December 2022 – Samsung Gulf Electronics in partnership with the Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office, and the National Program for Coders announced the global citizenship program, Samsung Innovation Campus, is bringing the latest edition of its signature Artificial Intelligence (AI) course to the UAE, in line with the UAE’s National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031.
Held under the theme ‘Together for Tomorrow! Enabling People’, the 3-month course will provide the perfect platform for determined learners with a STEAM background (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) to build on their knowledge in machine learning (ML) and establish a strong understanding of the fundamentals of AI and its related applications.
Commenting on the launch, H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications said: “The UAE government is keen on enabling youth, enhancing their abilities and building their capabilities on par with the nation’s ambitious strategy for Artificial Intelligence; the government’s sole drive is for Ai to hold a greater role in the UAE and for youth to carry their dreams into reality across the world of disruption.”
H.E. added that launching the course in partnership with Samsung, one of the world's leading technology companies, will equip youth with sound AI knowledge enabling them to become leaders in their fields, H.E. emphasized the importance of leading the change and support international companies to benefit a growing pool of young professionals nationwide.
Doohee Lee, President of Samsung Gulf Electronics said: “Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the modern world and making people’s lives better. Before we see AI developments on a large scale, we should focus on empowering youth with tools and capabilities that may prove invaluable as they prepare to pursue the career paths of their choice. We are excited to partner with the UAE’s Office of AI for this year’s edition and look forward to witnessing up-and-coming generations broaden their horizons and explore their potential through Samsung Innovation Campus.”
Through the course’s specialized curriculum, participants will learn about the tools and applications that feature prominently in AI and machine learning-related workplaces. Following an introduction to AI and machine learning, successful applicants will benefit from interactions with an expert instructor, as well as live online sessions, to develop a clear understanding of technical processes. The course will be delivered through a blended learning, self-paced format, with participants given exercises for each module and access to content presentations and pre-recorded videos covering statistics, algorithms, and programming.
By the end of the course, students will be able to understand the statistical and mathematical foundation of machine learning, comprehend the utility of Python and the libraries used for machine learning algorithms, the application of these algorithms to real data sets, and learn to build projects while following the data science lifecycle. In order to achieve a certificate of completion, participants will also be expected to attend the course and complete the tasks and quizzes required to demonstrate their progress.
Interested participants can take an exciting next step towards empowering their future by enrolling before the application deadline on January 2, 2023. Limited spaces are available, and applicants will be informed if they have been successful no later than 1st week of January. Past completion of high school level STEM courses or higher education is an entry requirement, as is proficiency in linear algebra and the basics of programming, calculus, and the probability theory.
Next-generation technologies like AI are reshaping the world, presenting consumers, businesses, governments, and societies with many valuable benefits – even influencing the way users interact with the next wave of social media and communication tools. As the UAE grounds itself as a hub of excellence in the field, the Samsung Innovation Campus will offer youth and future job seekers access to content, tools and applications needed to place them ahead of the curve.
To find out more information about Samsung Innovation Campus, the AI course, and enrollment, https://www.samsung.com/ae/innovation-campus
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