NSM Workshop on Machine Learning for Construction Automation

In association with the International Association of Automation and Robotics in Construction, IIT Madras is organizing a machine learning workshop on construction automation. The workshop will cover the basics of promising machine learning algorithms with applications to building and construction automation. Practical civil engineering examples will be used for illustration. Numerical exercises involving the use of simple software tools will be used for understanding the concepts better. There will be also be discussion sessions for bringing out potential applications in civil engineering.

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Objective

Introduce fundamentals of machine learning techniques and develop skills to select the right techniques to solve civil engineering automation problems. The online event is planned from June 4 -- 8, 2021 and is open to everyone.

Who should attend?

Civil engineering, architecture and construction management students aiming to pursue research in construction automation
Practicing engineers in construction and design firms who wish to get introduced to machine learning

Topics

Introduction to machine learning
An overview of learning tasks and algorithms
Classification
Regression
Support Vector Machines
Artificial Neural Networks
Case studies in construction automation

What do I get from the workshop?

Understanding of the fundamental principles of machine learning algorithms
Pointers to tools and techniques for practical use
General idea about where machine learning can be used in construction automation and robotics
Possible research topics for further exploration

After successful completion of the workshop, a certificate will be awarded to each participant.
There will be an award for the best participant who makes the most active contribution to the workshop.