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Short Course

Natural Language Processing Fundamentals

Programme ScheduleDuration (days)Mode of DeliveryProgramme Code
28 Aug 2024 | 9 am-5.30 pm1Synchronous e-LearningTGS-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

Who Should Attend

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

  • SkillsFuture Credit
  • UTAP
  • PSEA
  • Enhanced Training Support
  • SFEC

    • 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

    Dr Lek Hsiang Hui

    Dr Lek Hsiang Hui is a Specialist in Data Analytics, System Analysis and Development. He is an IT techie who is passionate about computer systems and technology. He is involved in a few startups and is constantly looking into innovative IT solutions which can be translated to business ideas, with the recent one in the area of Big Data Analytics. He is also a mobile application developer and has produced more than 10 mobile apps. Dr Lek has been teaching various undergraduate courses and executive courses in National University of Singapore (NUS) since 2006. Some of these modules include programming methodology, enterprise system analysis and development, and data mining. During this period, he has won a number of teaching awards such as NUS Annual Teaching Excellence Award (2015/16, 2016/17, 2017/18) and NUS Annual Teaching Excellence Honor Roll (2018/19), Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (2014/15, 2015/16, 2016/17), and Faculty Teaching Excellence Award Honor Roll (2017/18). Dr Lek received his Doctor of Philosophy (Information Systems) from NUS in 2013. His research area is in Natural Language Processing (Sentiment Analysis). He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree (1st class Honors) in Computer Engineering from NUS. Industry Credentials Shopping Malls (UOL, Marina Square, ION), Healthcare (SingHealth), Government (STB), various SMEs in F&B, Apparels, Cleaning Solutions, Photography, Health Products, Baby Products

    Programme Fees


    Singapore Citizens Singapore PRs Enhanced Training Support for SMEs International Participants
    39 years old
    or younger    		 40 years old
    or older
    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
    1. Total Nett Programme Fee Payable, including GST, after additional funding from various funding schemes.
    2. GST shall apply at prevailing rates.
    3. Participants must fulfill at least 75% attendance and pass all assessment components to be eligible for SSG funding.

    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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    Singapore 119391
    Telephone: +65 6516 5523
    Email: soc-ace@nus.edu.sg

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