Course Details in 2026/27 Session


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Module Title LM Data-intensive Artificial Intelligence
SchoolComputer Science
Department Computer Science
Module Code 06 41897
Module Lead Paolo Missier
Level Masters Level
Credits 20
Semester Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions None
Contact Hours Lecture-15 hours
Tutorial-7 hours
Supervised time in studio/workshop-11 hours
Guided independent study-167 hours
Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description This module provides an overview of the technology and core algorithms used to collect, select, engineer, evaluate and deploy large datasets that are to be used for training Machine Learning and AI models. Dedicated solutions are discussed for different types of data. The module includes hands on experience with tools and programming. It also introduces methods for managing the fairness of Machine Learning and AI models, and covers ethical issues around the application of AI.

Learning Outcomes By the end of the module students should be able to:
  • Design and scale AI and data processing pipelines, including data collection, preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, evaluation, monitoring and retraining
  • Systematically apply AI pipelines and data processing frameworks using programming and existing tools
  • Critically evaluate AI and data processing pipelines
  • Understand the challenges that emerge when applying AI in practice, including the challenges associated with processing different types of big data
  • Demonstrate critical awareness of the ethical and fairness issues around the application of AI
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions Assessment:

Written unseen examination (80%); continuous assessment (20%)

Reassessment:

100% written unseen examination

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