Workshop on Applying Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques for Research
The Department of Physical Science, Faculty of Applied Science, organized a workshop titled “Applying Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques for Research” on January 8, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM in the Smart Lecture Hall of the Faculty of Applied Science.
Resource Person and Participants
Prof. Manivanan Siyamalan, a senior lecturer from the Department of Computer Science at the University of Jaffna, served as the resource person. Final-year special degree students from the Faculty of Applied Science in Computer Science and Information Technology attended the workshop, gaining valuable insights into machine learning and deep learning practices.
Workshop Objectives
The primary objective was to provide participants with expert perspectives and a deeper understanding of machine learning and deep learning, equipping them to align their research efforts effectively. Students actively engaged with Prof. Siyamalan, addressing their queries and exploring potential research directions.
Session Content
The lecture began by distinguishing between artificial intelligence and machine learning, followed by an introduction to deep learning. Various learning approaches — supervised, unsupervised, and semi-supervised — were covered, along with discussions on regression and neural networks. The session also covered convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and their latest architectures, exposing students to cutting-edge advancements in the field.
Outcome
The workshop was highly impactful, offering students valuable guidance for their research endeavors. Approximately 70 students participated actively, contributing to the event’s success. Mrs. Yasotha Ram Ramanan, the lecturer in charge of the Machine Learning module, coordinated the workshop.