I&C SCI X427.05

Fundamentals of Data Science

A required course in the Data Science Certificate Program.

The goal of this course is to demystify data science and to familiarize students with key data scientist skills, techniques, and concepts. Starting with foundational concepts like analytics taxonomy, the Cross-Industry Standard Process for Data Mining, and data diagnostics, the course will then move on to compare data science with classical statistical techniques. An overview of the most common techniques used in data science, including data analysis, statistical modeling, data engineering, relational databases, SQL and NoSQL, manipulation of data at scale (big data), algorithms for data mining, data quality, remediation and consistency operations will be covered.

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Course
Approximate Cost $820
Format Remote
Duration 8 Weeks
Total Credits 2.5

WINTER 2024

1/15/2024 - 3/10/2024
Weeks 8
Delivery Remote
Fee $820
Status Closed

SPRING 2024

4/15/2024 - 6/9/2024
Weeks 8
Delivery Remote
Fee $820
Status Open

SUMMER 2024

7/8/2024 - 9/1/2024
Weeks 8
Delivery Remote
Fee $820
Status Open