AI & Machine Learning Foundations II

AI & Machine Learning Foundations II

Continue your journey by diving into more complex machine learning models, neural networks, natural language processing, and time series analysis.

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New courses start the first Monday of every month.

January 5, 2026
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Master the tools of the trade

Immerse yourself in the most challenging aspects of data science. Learn to develop sophisticated machine learning models. including neural networks, dive into natural language processing, and gain expertise in time series analysis. These courses will equip you with the skills to solve complex problems and develop data-driven solutions that meet the needs of today’s businesses. By mastering these tools and techniques, you’ll position yourself as a leader in the field of data science, capable of tackling the most pressing challenges with confidence and precision.

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Be mentored by a world-class data scientist

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Prerequisites: AI & Machine Learning Essentials, AI & Machine Learning Foundations I

AI and Data Science Foundations II

Introduction to Machine Learning

FT: 1 week | PT: 3 weeks

In this course you will begin to learn the fundamentals of AI, machine learning models. Explore core concepts like statistical learning theory and supervised learning. Delve into diverse models like logistic regression, decision trees, and support vector machines. Learn to evaluate and compare their performance using metrics like ROC AUCs. Finally, in the culminating project, showcase your mastery of the data science pipeline by selecting and deploying the ideal model for a specific task.

What you'll learn:

  • Utilize foundational machine learning modeling like decision trees and supervised learning
  • Prepare data for machine learning modeling with preprocessing (feature extraction) and normalization
  • Utilize mathematics, statistics, and probability for data science methodologies to derive insights

Course focus:

  • AI and Machine Learning
  • Modeling with data
  • Logistical Regression
  • Deploying a model

Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn

FT: 1 week | PT: 3 weeks

In this course you will be introduced to a range of supervised and unsupervised machine learning models. You will explore distance metrics and the foundation for k-Nearest Neighbors, a popular supervised learning model for classification. Dive into recommender systems, leveraging SVD for both supervised and unsupervised learning tasks. Learn clustering techniques like k-means, and explore dimensionality reduction with Principal Component Analysis (PCA) for an unsupervised learning model. Finally, conquer the culminating project: build both a supervised (k-Nearest Neighbors) and unsupervised (k-means) learning model, showcasing your ability to tackle classification and clustering tasks.

What you'll learn:

  • Utilize foundational machine learning modeling like decision trees and supervised learning
  • Prepare data for machine learning modeling with preprocessing (feature extraction) and normalization
  • Integrate mathematics, statistics, and probability for data science methodologies to derive insights

Course focus:

  • Supervised and unsupervised machine learning
  • Principal Component Analysis (PCA)
  • Deploying models

Natural Language Processing, Time Series & Neural Networks

FT: 1 week | PT: 3 weeks

This course equips you with the skills to build cutting-edge models. Master natural language processing (NLP), exploring techniques like text classification, and vectorization. Delve into time series analysis, learning to manage, visualize, and model trends in data. Finally, dive into the fascinating world of neural networks, understanding their theory and implementation with Keras. In the culminating project, showcase your mastery by building three distinct models: a language model, a time series model, and a basic neural network.

What you'll learn:

  • Develop insights from language, time, and image data using neural networks and Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Integrate mathematics, statistics, and probability for data science methodologies to derive insights

Neural Networks & Similar Models

FT: 1 week | PT: 3 weeks

In this course you will learn how to build upon your neural network foundation. Master normalization and regularization techniques to optimize your models. Delve into Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) for powerful image classification. Explore Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs) and unlock their potential for forecasting and sequence data analysis. Finally, unveil the cutting-edge world of transformers and BERT, culminating in a project that showcases your expertise in building an advanced neural network application.

What you'll learn:

  • Create an advanced neural network application
  • Integrate mathematics, statistics, and probability for data science methodologies to derive insights

Course focus:

  • Advanced Neural Network
  • Advanced Neural Network Application

Tuition

Upfront - Save 9%

$4,700

Pay as You Go

$5,200

3 monthly payments of $1,733

FAQs

Can I study part-time while keeping my current job?

Yes. The AI & Data Science Certificate (Part-Time) is designed exactly for this. At 20 hours per week over 15 months, you can stay fully employed while building AI fluency at a sustainable pace. It’s built for working professionals who want to upskill into AI and add technical depth to an existing career without stepping away from their current role.

How does the apprenticeship work in work-integrated programs?

Flatiron facilitates the employer match. You’ll work approximately 20 hours per week in a production-aligned environment alongside your coursework. Apprenticeships are paid and supervised by a workplace supervisor.

How do I know if I qualify for the Accelerated track?

If you have production coding experience – frontend, backend, or full-stack, and you feel the pressure of AI reshaping what it means to be a strong engineer, you likely qualify. This isn’t a beginner course; it’s a rigorous upskilling path for engineers who don’t want to lose momentum. Speak with an Admissions rep to confirm. If you don’t have that background, the Work-Integrated: AI Engineering Immersive is the right work-integrated option for you.

Do I need prior experience to apply?

Most programs have no prerequisites. You just need to be 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and have English proficiency. Whether you’re a recent grad, someone transitioning from a non-technical field, or a working professional looking to pivot, you’re eligible. The one exception is the Accelerated AI Engineering Immersive, which requires existing software engineering experience (midlevel or higher) because it’s built for engineers who are already in production environments.

What’s the difference between a certificate program and a work-integrated program?

Certificate programs are purely educational. You learn, build a portfolio, and graduate ready for the job search. If you’re entering the workforce or transitioning from a non-technical field and want a clear, structured path, this is for you. Work-integrated programs combine coursework with a paid apprenticeship, so you gain work experience and income during the program. This is a strong fit for professionals who need income continuity during a pivot, or experienced engineers who want production AI exposure from day one. Both award the same professional certificate upon completion.

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