Artificial intelligence and machine learning are revolutionizing design processes, optimizing strategies, and fostering innovation across industries. "AI for Design and Optimization” offers you the knowledge to harness the power of AI to enhance your own design and optimization capabilities. Mastering key skills such as discerning appropriate AI applications, interpreting model outputs, staying abreast of AI advancements, and effectively communicating the role of AI in projects is essential to effectively leverage these technologies in your practices. You will delve into the fundamentals of AI and their practical application in design and optimization, exploring advanced techniques like generative design, evolutionary algorithms, and topology optimization. This unique curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to utilizing AI to enhance design creativity and streamline processes.
AI for Design and Optimization
This course is part of AI for Mechanical Engineers Specialization
Instructor: Wei Lu
Sponsored by Louisiana Workforce Commission
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What you'll learn
Learn the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI) relevant to engineering design and optimization processes
Enhance engineering design creativity and optimize strategies by applying AI techniques
Learn to discern appropriate applications of AI to ensure effective integration into workflows
Learn to interpret outputs generated by AI models accurately
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There are 3 modules in this course
In module 1, you will be introduced to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), along with the essential vocabulary necessary to effectively communicate with relevant stakeholders. You will explore various applications of AI/ML in design and optimization, and understand the challenges associated with implementing these technologies in these fields.
What's included
4 videos6 readings1 assignment2 ungraded labs
In module 2, you will delve into the principles, tools, and applications of generative design across various industries. You will learn to unlock the power of generative design to revolutionize your approach to creativity and problem-solving. Generative design is a cutting-edge approach that harnesses the capabilities of AI and computational algorithms to explore design solutions.
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment1 ungraded lab
In module 3, you will explore a range of AI-driven optimization algorithms and their applications across diverse industries. You will learn how to apply AI in optimizing complex systems and processes. Optimization lies at the heart of many decision-making processes, and AI technologies offer powerful tools to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and innovation.
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5 videos6 readings1 assignment2 ungraded labs
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