OMH10422 - Applied statistics and machine learning in geosciences

1. General information about the module

  • Module code: OMH10422

  • Vietnamese module designation: ỨNG DỤNG THỐNG KÊ VÀ HỌC MÁY TRONG KHOA HỌC TRÁI ĐẤT

  • English module designation: Applied statistics and machine learning in geosciences

  • Credit points: 2

  • Workload:

    • Contact hours: lecture: 15, practice: 30

    • Private study: 30 

  • Type of module: Specialization

  • Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module: Application Programming, Introduction to Oceanography,  Introduction to Hydrology, Introduction to Meteorology

2. Module objectives/intended learning outcomes

This course provides fundamental knowledge on the application of statistical methods and machine learning in Earth sciences, with a particular focus on Oceanography, including Meteorology and Climatology, Oceanography, and Hydrology. It introduces sampling principles, sample size estimation, and essential statistical methods commonly used in specialized research. Additionally, machine learning, a cutting-edge tool widely applied across various scientific fields, is presented at a foundational level. The course includes applied examples relevant to the discipline, along with discussions and hands-on exercises to reinforce learning.