Introduction to Reinforcement Learning

CDS DS 543

This course aim to present a math-lite introduction to reinforcement learning. We will cover (1) the basics of Markov Decision Processes (2) primary algorithmic paradigms including model-based, value-based and policy-based learning (3) modern challenges and open problems in RL.

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A1 CGS 527 TR 2:00 pm-3:15 pm Course syllabus viewable here: https://zhangxz1123.github.io/DS543.html

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A2 FLR 121 W 10:10 am-11:00 am

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A3 FLR 121 W 11:15 am-12:05 pm

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