DD2432 Artificial Neural Networks and Other Learning Systems 6.0 credits

The course covers algorithms which gets its computational capabilities by training from examples. There is thus no need to explicitly provide rules and instead training using measured data is performed. Learning can be done either by providing the correct answer, or be totally autonomous.

The courser also covers principles of representation of data in neural networks. The course also includes principles of hardware architectures (euro chips and neuro computers) and shows how ANN can be used in robotics. We also show applications of learning systems in areas like pattern recognition, combinatorial optimization, and diagnosis.

After the course the student should be able to

• explain the function of artificial neural networks of the Back-prop, Hopfield, RBF and SOM type
• explain the difference between supervised and unsupervised learning
• describe the assumptions behind, and the derivations of the ANN algorithms dealt with in the course
• give example of design and implementation for small problems
• implement ANN algorithms to achieve signal processing, optimization, classification and process modeling

so that the student

• achieves an understanding of the technical potential and the advantages and limitations of the learning and self organizing systems of today
• can apply the methods and produce applications in their working life

Single course students:

SF1604 Linear algebra, SF1625 Calculus in one variable, SF1626 Calculus in several variables, SF1901 Probability theory and statistics, DD1337 Programming, DD1338 Algorithms and Data Structures, or corresponding courses.

The mandatory courses in mathematics, numerical analysis and computer science for D, E, and F-students or the equivalent.

Stephen Marsland: Machine Learning, an Algorithmic Perspective, 2009, CSC-Press, ISBN 1420067184

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

• LAB2 - Laboratory Assignments, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
• TEN2 - Examination, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

In this course all the regulations of the code of honor at the School of Computer science and Communication apply, see: http://www.kth.se/csc/student/hederskodex/1.17237?l=en_UK.

Examination (TEN2; 3 university credits).
Laboratory assignments (LAB2; 3 university credits).

Erik Fransén

Pawel Herman

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.