| DIT 45602 | 90 |
This course establishes an understanding of the evolution of data science and AI and builds a foundational understanding of how data-driven approaches can benefit organizations. Techniques for data retrieval, preparation, analysis and visualization are introduced and using hands-on exercises, programming skills used in the remainder of the program are established.
Prerequisites
Outcomes
On completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the history and evolution of data science
- Describe benefits and challenges in the application of data science within and organization and society overall
- Create a business case, outlining expected costs and benefits, for the application of data science within an organizational
- Implement data acquisition and cleansing techniques used to extract data from databases, websites, and social media platforms using database platforms and programming languages
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