Computer and Information Sciences: Data Science
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The certificate equips students with the knowledge, skills, and training necessary for entry-level careers in Data Science or Data Analytics. It includes foundational courses in statistics, programming for data science, databases, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Analyze data using various techniques, including statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and data mining.
- Proficiently use data science programming languages to enable data manipulation, analysis, and model building.
- Understand data storage, retrieval, and management in different environments, including databases and big data systems.
- Effectively communicate data insights through reports, presentations, and visualizations.
- Apply data science principles and tools to solve real-world problems in various domains.
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4.0-4.5 |
| or STAT C1000E | Introduction to Statistics | |
| CIS 181 | Python Programming | 3.5 |
| CIS 193 | Introduction to Data Science | 3.5 |
| CIS 207 | Database Design and SQL | 3.5 |
| CIS 204 | Data Analysis and Visualization with ML | 3.5 |
| Subtotal | 18-18.5 | |
| Select One Course | 3.5 | |
| Microsoft Excel for Information Systems/Information Technology (3.5) | ||
| Microsoft Access (3.5) | ||
| Web Page Development (3.5) | ||
| HTML and CSS (3.5) | ||
| Cybersecurity Fundamentals (3.5) | ||
| AWS Cloud Foundations (3.5) | ||
| Total Units | 21.5-22 | |