Learn about the elements of AI, machine learning and computer vision. Discover the open-source AI tools, and hidden AI gems. Learn how to play with architectural design data using freely available AI model.

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The learning journey starts with learning about the history of AI and understanding machine learning as the science behind the AI technology. Further, the focus is established on computer vision as the “eye of AI” within the domain of architectural design. You will learn about the most prominent machine learning approaches in theory and in coding practice. You practice machine learning by using Python programming notebooks and exploring architectural design datasets. You will learn how to use AI to visualize your design data and upgrade your design storytelling.

You will learn how to search for reliable content including data and AI models in the overwhelming landscape of opensource AI. You will be introduced to licence-free “backstage” AI by going behind the main-stream glossy AI products.

You will also be introduced to algorithmic and data-driven thinking, data patterns, and the transformative power of learning systems. Hands-on experience with Python programming is included in the course. The assessments will include multiple choice quizzes, written text, and a brief machine learning coding project that combines theory with real-world application and data practices.

Learning Objectives

• Explain machine learning as a science behind AI technology.
• Describe what computer vision is and how it is positioned with respect to AI technology.
• Recognise some applications of computer vision in architectural design and engineering.
• Learn how and where to find data related to the built environment.
• Learn how to re-think design as a data story telling.
• Gain hands-on experience of Python programming and using relevant libraries to conduct a small machine learning project with real data.

Effort

2 - 4 hours per week / 4 weeks

Format

Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), self-paced.

For whom?

Architects concerned about the potential impact of AI on their role.

Provider

Delft University of Technology / Faculty of Architecture and the Built Enviromnent

Prerequisites

The course is an introductory course to AI, so there are no prerequisites.

Hub

Central

Topic

Circular