Natural Language Processing Fundamentals

Short Course

Natural Language Processing Fundamentals

Programme Schedule	Duration (days)	Mode of Delivery	Programme Code
To be advised	1	Synchronous e-Learning	TGS-2022012353

Course Overview

Natural Language Processing (NLP) is one of the important subfields of Artificial Intelligence. It allows machines to understand human language and has a clear and impact on our lives. Even though this field has been around for a long time, it has become even more important in this information age not just from a research standpoint but also from a practical standpoint. This course will cover both the theoretical foundation and hands-on experience for learners who want to implement NLP applications. The course will also cover general strategies for improving the performance of NLP applications.

Course Objectives

This course will equip learners with the following competencies:

Theoretical foundations to Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Basic machine learning foundations to build NLP applications (such as text classifiers)
Skills and intuition for building a NLP pipeline

Job Role Readiness

AI/ML Executives and Engineers
Data Analysts

Prerequisites

Diploma, Python programming skills

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This programme is part of

Professional Certificate in Text Processing

Types of Available Fundings

Enhanced Training Support

SFEC

UTAP

PSEA

Testimonials

Very informative course. Dr Lek is very knowledgeable and professional. Not only does he know what he is talking about, but he is capable of truly listening to the questions of the students and the answers provide truly insightful advice.

Yu Zhiheng Samuel

The instructor's hands-on practical helps a lot and he also shares his experiences on this topic.

Very good roadmap and overview of the fundamentals of NLP.

The professor was helpful and explained things in a way that is easy to understand. Overall, it is an interesting course for beginners new to this topic

Natural Language Processing Fundamentals offers the best introduction to NLP with baby steps to deep dive into the subject in the future and its potential applications is endless.

Instructors

Dr Lek Hsiang Hui

Programme Fees

	Singapore Citizens		Singapore PRs	Enhanced Training Support for SMEs	International Participants
	39 years old or younger	40 years old or older	Singapore PRs	Enhanced Training Support for SMEs	International Participants
Full Programme Fee	S$850.00	S$850.00	S$850.00	S$850.00	S$850.00
Less: SSG Grant Amount	S$595.00	S$595.00	S$595.00	S$595.00	-
Nett Programme Fee	S$255.00	S$255.00	S$255.00	S$255.00	S$850.00
9% GST on Nett Programme Fee	S$22.95	S$22.95	S$22.95	S$22.95	S$76.50
Total Nett Programme Fee Payable, Including GST	S$277.95	S$277.95	S$277.95	S$277.95	S$926.50
Less Additional Funding	-	S$170.00	-	S$170.00	-
Total Nett Programme Fee Payable, Including GST, after additional funding from the various funding schemes	S$277.95	S$107.95	S$277.95	S$107.95	S$926.50

Total Nett Programme Fee Payable, including GST, after additional funding from various funding schemes.
Participants must fulfill at least 75% attendance and pass all assessment components to be eligible for SSG funding.
Please note that all external funding for courses is limited in duration and subject to eligibility and availability.

Other Information

This course is eligible for Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). NTUC members can enjoy up to 50% funding (capped at $250 per year) under UTAP. NTUC members aged 40 and above can enjoy higher funding support up to $500 per individual each year, capped at 50% of unfunded course fees, for courses attended between 1 July 2020 to 31 December 2025. Please click here for more information.

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