Substance Use Disorder Ventures Program

This course focuses on learning several rules to improve speaking skills in important situations. Learners can master effective presentation methods for various contexts, such as interviews, thesis defenses, and oral exams.

This course explores the fundamental role of data structures in computer science, emphasizing their importance in developing efficient algorithms. Learners will study advanced topics, including dynamic graphs, memory hierarchy, and hashing, while engaging with current research directions in the field.

This course focuses on the design and implementation of secure computer systems, exploring various threat models and security techniques. Learners will engage with topics such as operating system security, network protocols, and hardware security, drawing insights from recent research papers.

This course explores the intricacies of poker theory and the application of poker analytics in investment management and trading. Learners will delve into decision-making frameworks and strategies that can enhance their understanding of both poker and financial environments.

This course delves into the intricacies of high-level programming language implementation, focusing on compiler design and optimization techniques. Learners will engage in a hands-on project that involves building a compiler in Java® that generates MIPS executable machine code.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to systems engineering, focusing on both classical and modern approaches. Learners will explore key concepts such as stakeholder analysis, requirements definition, system architecture, and design optimization, applying these principles to real-world projects.

This course covers the fundamentals of deep learning, including both theory and applications. Topics include neural net architectures (MLPs, CNNs, RNNs, graph nets, transformers), geometry and invariances in deep learning, backpropagation and automatic differentiation, learning theory and generalization in high dimensions, and applications to computer vision, natural language processing, and robotics.

This course delves into the critical issues of bias and fairness in machine learning, focusing on their implications for international development. Learners will explore strategies for the appropriate use of ML to promote equity and social justice.

This course explores the evolution of proofs in computer science, focusing on interactive proofs, multi-prover interactive proofs, and probabilistically checkable proofs. Learners will discover how to leverage cryptography to transform these advanced proof systems into computationally sound non-interactive arguments (SNARGs).

This course presents an innovative approach to teaching linear algebra, focusing on key concepts and their interconnections. Learners will explore foundational topics and gain insights into the structure and applications of linear algebra through engaging video content.

This course explores how financial technology, or FinTech, is transforming the financial services industry through innovative technologies. Learners will study key trends such as AI, blockchain, and open APIs, gaining insights into the evolving market landscape and regulatory environment.

This course covers elementary discrete mathematics for science and engineering, focusing on mathematical tools and proof techniques useful in computer science. Learners will explore topics such as logical notation, sets, relations, graph theory, state machines, and algorithms.

This course covers fundamental discrete mathematics for computer science and engineering. It focuses on mathematical definitions, proofs, and applicable methods, covering various topics such as logic symbols, proof techniques, sets, relations, and graph theory.

This course delves into the fundamental principles of front-end processes essential for fabricating devices in silicon integrated circuits. Learners will explore advanced physical models and practical aspects of key processes such as oxidation, diffusion, ion implantation, and epitaxy, alongside emerging materials like Silicon Germanium (SiGe).

This course builds on the foundations of programming in Python, emphasizing computational thinking and data science principles. Learners will explore how computation can effectively solve real-world problems, empowering them to write functional programs for various applications.

This course delves into the essential concepts of matrix calculus, focusing on its applications in machine learning and large-scale optimization. Learners will explore techniques to understand and compute derivatives of matrices and their factorizations, enhancing their ability to tackle complex mathematical operations in modern computing.

This course focuses on the practical aspects of designing and analyzing non-digital games. Learners will explore various game genres while collaborating in teams to create, develop, and test original games, gaining insights into game mechanics and rules.

This course studies how the senses work and how physical stimuli are transformed into signals in the nervous system. It examines how the brain uses those signals to make inferences about the world, emphasizing audition and vision, while also discussing touch, taste, and smell.

This course offers an immersive experience in the Japanese language, focusing on the simultaneous development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Learners will engage with authentic Japanese media to deepen their understanding of the language and culture.

This class provides some answers to basic questions about the nature of human language. Throughout the course, learners will examine how human language functions as a complex yet law-governed mental system, exploring topics such as language acquisition, historical language changes, and language endangerment.

This course explores the transformative potential of blockchain technology in the realms of money and finance. Learners will study the fundamentals of blockchain, distributed ledgers, and smart contracts, with a focus on current and future applications in the financial sector.

This course introduces methods for harnessing data to answer questions of cultural, social, economic, and policy interest. Learners will study essential concepts in probability and statistics, along with modern data analysis techniques such as regression, econometrics, and data visualization.

This course provides a thorough introduction to key microeconomic issues in economic development. Learners will understand why some countries are poor and how markets function differently in poor economies.

This course focuses on developing innovative information systems tailored for resource-poor settings, aiming to enhance health outcomes and strengthen organizational infrastructures. Learners will explore the intersection of public health, technology, and collaborative ecosystems to address healthcare challenges in developing countries.

This course covers national environmental and energy policy-making, environmental ethics, and collaborative decision-making strategies. Learners will study various environmental analysis techniques and develop a personal theory of environmental planning practice.

This capstone course focuses on integrating various disciplines of nuclear physics and engineering to tackle real-world design challenges in nuclear applications. Learners will engage in a group project to design a power plant that emphasizes emission-free electricity generation, carbon sequestration, and fossil fuel displacement.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of aircraft as integrated systems, emphasizing key aspects such as systems engineering, performance analysis, and lifecycle management. Learners will engage in practical case studies, including a detailed examination of the Space Shuttle's design and operations.

This course discusses the evolution and role of urban public transportation modes, systems, and services, focusing on bus and rail. Learners will explore current practices and innovative methods in transportation engineering and planning, including data analysis, performance monitoring, and service quality.