EGGG 601 - Data Science 1

Credit(s): 3

DATA SCIENCE 1
Component: Lecture
Advances in technology have allowed us to collect massive amounts of data. A data scientist is a person who has the skills, knowledge, and ability to extract actionable knowledge from the data either for the good of society, advancement of science and technology, business promotion, etc. This course will examine the central question of “What is Big Data?” and how can engineers, statisticians, healthcare specialists, computer scientists, social scientists and other professionals employ tools and techniques of data science? This course will cover the topics needed to solve data science problems, which includes data preparation, data characterization and presentation, data analysis and data products. Enrolling in this course will help students develop a deeper understanding of the various phases of Big Data-include: a) Exploratory Data Analysis, b) Machine Learning Techniques, c) Visualization.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option
PREREQ: Course in Probability & Statistics

Course Typically Offered: Fall