Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone
Keep adding new skills with 10,000+ programs for $239 (usually $399). Save now.
Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone
Instructors: Aije Egwaikhide
32,092 already enrolled
Included with
Ask Coursera
312 reviews
312 reviews
What you'll learn
Compare and contrast artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning
Explain the machine learning models development lifecycle
Differentiate between supervised and unsupervised machine learning
Evaluate classification models using metrics such as accuracy, confusion matrices, precision, and recall
Skills you'll gain
Tools you'll learn
Details to know
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
There are 3 modules in this course
This three-module course introduces machine learning and data science for everyone with a foundational understanding of machine learning models. You’ll learn about the history of machine learning, applications of machine learning, the machine learning model lifecycle, and tools for machine learning. You’ll also learn about supervised versus unsupervised learning, classification, regression, evaluating machine learning models, and more. Our labs give you hands-on experience with these machine learning and data science concepts. You will develop concrete machine learning skills as well as create a final project demonstrating your proficiency.
After completing this program, you’ll be able to realize the potential of machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence in different business scenarios. You’ll be able to identify when to use machine learning to explain certain behaviors and when to use it to predict future outcomes. You’ll also learn how to evaluate your machine learning models and to incorporate best practices. This Course Is Part of Multiple Programs You can also leverage the learning from the program to complete the remaining two courses of the six-course IBM Machine Learning Professional Certificate and power a new career in the field of machine learning.
Welcome to the world of machine learning. Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer science that focuses on the use of data and algorithms to imitate the way that humans learn, gradually improving its accuracy. Machine learning is an important component in the growing field of data science. Using statistical methods, algorithms are trained to make classifications or predictions, uncovering key insights within data mining projects. These insights subsequently drive decision-making within applications and businesses, ideally impacting key growth metrics. As big data continues to expand and grow, the market demand for data scientists will increase, requiring them to assist in the identification of the most relevant business questions and subsequently the data to answer them. In this module, you will explore some of the fundamental concepts behind machine learning. You will learn to differentiate between AI, machine, and deep learning. Further, you will also explore the importance and requirements of each process in the lifecycle of a machine learning product.
What's included
6 videos2 readings1 assignment2 plugins
6 videos•Total 35 minutes
- Introduction to Machine Learning for Everyone•7 minutes
- Machine Learning History•7 minutes
- Interesting Applications of Machine Learning•4 minutes
- Machine Learning Model Lifecycle•2 minutes
- A Day in the life of a Machine Learning Engineer•8 minutes
- Tools for Machine Learning•7 minutes
2 readings•Total 9 minutes
- Course Overview•5 minutes
- Module Summary•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Graded Quiz•30 minutes
2 plugins•Total 40 minutes
- Machine Learning History•15 minutes
- Hands-on Lab: Watson Text to Speech Voices•25 minutes
Machine learning is a hot topic, and everyone is trying to understand what it is about. With the amount of information that is out there about machine learning, you can get quickly overwhelmed. In this module, you will explore the most important topics in machine learning that you need to know. You will dive into supervised and unsupervised learning, classification, deep and reinforcement learning, as well as regression. Further, you will learn how to evaluate a machine learning model.
What's included
8 videos1 reading1 assignment1 app item2 plugins
8 videos•Total 48 minutes
- Supervised vs Unsupervised Learning•7 minutes
- Classification•6 minutes
- Regression•6 minutes
- Evaluating Machine Learning Models•8 minutes
- Introduction to Deep Learning•5 minutes
- Reinforcement Learning•6 minutes
- Generative AI Overview and Use Cases•5 minutes
- Generative AI Applications•6 minutes
1 reading•Total 2 minutes
- Module Summary•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Graded Quiz•30 minutes
1 app item•Total 60 minutes
- Hands-on Demo: Exploring Machine Learning Classification with the Iris Dataset•60 minutes
2 plugins•Total 45 minutes
- Hands-on Lab: Deep Learning in Action•30 minutes
- Verifiably Safe Reinforcement Learning (VSRL)•15 minutes
In this assignment, we will investigate insurance charges using a Machine Learning Regression Application, exploring how different features influence these charges. Using an interactive regression app, you will analyze how a machine learning model predicts insurance costs based on different user inputs.
What's included
4 readings1 assignment1 plugin
4 readings•Total 10 minutes
- Final Project Overview•3 minutes
- Course Summary•3 minutes
- Congrats and Next Steps•2 minutes
- Course Team and Acknowledgements•2 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Final Quiz•30 minutes
1 plugin•Total 45 minutes
- Hands-on Lab: Investigating Insurance Charges with an Machine Learning Regression Application•45 minutes
Instructors
Explore more from Machine Learning
- Status: PreviewO
O.P. Jindal Global University
Course
- Status: PreviewD
Duke University
Course
- Status: Free Trial
Specialization
- Status: Free TrialA
Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
Course
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Learner reviews
- 5 stars
68.91%
- 4 stars
22.75%
- 3 stars
5.44%
- 2 stars
1.28%
- 1 star
1.60%
Showing 3 of 312
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024
Excellent. Teaching techniques are unique. Keep it UP....
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2023
An essential introduction to the world of Machine Learning with a very insightful Honors project at the end!
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2025
It's a great time and experience to learn machine learning
Frequently asked questions
To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
More questions
Financial aid available,
¹ Some assignments in this course are AI-graded. For these assignments, your data will be used in accordance with Coursera's Privacy Notice.
