AI and Machine Learning Academy with NVIDIA

Price: $4,599
Age: 13 - 18
Skill Level: Beginner–Advanced
Format: iD Tech Academies | Small-Group, On-Campus
Duration: Two-week program

About This Course

Get into Python, machine learning, computer vision, and neural networks with the NVIDIA® Jetson Nano^™. You'll have a small computing powerhouse, a webcam, and the resources to push Python further than ever before. Train the machine to train itself, and it will be recognizing image features before you know it. Cat or croissant? Labradoodle or fried chicken? Healthy body or early cancer detection? As you progress through cutting-edge projects from both NVIDIA and iD Tech, you'll see how starting with the Jetson Nano for your machine learning journey can lead to insights and even breakthroughs in AI, robotics, and advanced engineering fields. From detecting objects in pictures and recognizing actions, to creating code that can react to different visual stimuli, you’ll build a project that will leave a lasting impression—and your work will be sent directly to NVIDIA. Upon completion of this program, NVIDIA will review each student’s final project to determine eligibility for the certificate

Scholarships available based on need.

Topics Covered

Understand key machine learning and computer vision concepts
Build and train models using the Jetson Nano and Python
Explore and develop programs incorporating Artificial Intelligence
Develop a portfolio to share with potential universities or employers
Use data collection techniques to create custom datasets and train neural networks

Sample Schedule

In this course, students will explore Python coding and neural networks with the NVIDIA® Jetson Nano™.

Here’s a sample of what each week in the course could look like! Please keep in mind that students will progress at varying paces; this is a general outline of key material and the overall student experience.

Week 1

Begin exploring Python and the command line. Once students’ Nanos are set up, they’ll be ready to dive into neural networks and data collection. Students will build an image recognition program using custom Python code.

Week 2

Now that they’ve established machine learning basics, students will push further with more projects and tutorials from NVIDIA and iD Tech, including training classification models. Use the ResNet-18 network to detect a cat or a dog from an image! To wrap up the course, students will develop a final project that they’ll submit to NVIDIA. Once it's approved, students will receive a certificate.

Portfolio-Boosting Diploma & Transcript

At the conclusion of your child's course, they will receive an official iD Tech diploma and course transcript outlining the skills they learned over the course of the week. Each student’s final project will also be reviewed to determine eligibility for the NVIDIA certificate.

Learn from the best.

Passion for tech. Unmatched expertise. Personality that brings out the absolute best in your child. With 23 years of experience, we know there's no replacement for the best teacher. It's no surprise that iconic companies like Google, EA, Microsoft, and Disney hire the same talent we do. Our iD Certified instructors possess the whole package of skills that top employers seek.

100% USA-based, adult instructors
Recruited from top universities like Stanford, Caltech, and NYU
Rigorous background and reference checks
Robust training programs and certification
Adherence to American Camp Association accredited guidelines

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer
at Google

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer
at Google

“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer
at Bethesda Softworks

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer
at Bethesda Softworks

“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer
at Disney

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer
at Disney

“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my teen need this program?

The market for artificial intelligence and machine learning is set to reach $267 billion by 2027, with AI engineers bringing home an average of over $170,000 per year. This program will prepare your teen for the limitless—and lucrative—opportunities that await students with a solid foundation in these exciting and world-changing fields.

Is this program right for my teen?

This course is ideal for college-bound STEM enthusiasts planning to study computer science or engineering, students aspiring to intern or work in fields such as big data, machine learning, and computer vision, coders who want to work with advanced frameworks and hardware, and students looking to boost their portfolios and college applications with official certification from NVIDIA.

Will industry experts from NVIDIA be teaching this course?

This course is taught by iD Tech instructors and features exclusive content from experts at NVIDIA.

Is this course suitable for all skill levels?

Yes, this course is designed for beginner to advanced students. Our small class size ensures that each student receives individual attention and has the freedom to learn at their own pace.

What is the camp experience like?

At our on-campus programs, students get inspired by iconic architecture, learn in our next-gen labs, and get a taste of collegiate life. With our small classes, your child will progress at their own pace with the hottest software and hardware, while learning from carefully-vetted talent sought by companies like Google, Apple, EA, and Disney. They hire who we hire.

As the only STEM educator rooted in 23+ years of legendary camp traditions, we know that when learning is fun, kids and teens stick with it! At camp, students build relationships in a fun and inclusive campus setting, and in between sessions in the labs, can be found diving into high-energy outdoor games and video game tournaments, and bonding over legendary iD traditions like raffles, pie-your-instructor Fridays, and so much more.