STAT 286
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Data Science Ecosystems
Statistics
College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences
Course Description
Introduction to the basics of the Linux operating system. Command line interface is used to explore Linux/Unix utilities and tools. Fundamental concepts of python programming. Create and run python scripts from the command line. Introduction to database management systems, the basic structure of relational databases, and how to manage databases with Structured Query Language (SQL). Read and write simple and complex SQL statements. Integrate R, Python and SQL skills.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Career Success
Learning Outcome
Students will understand how to leverage networking, resumes, and job interviews to secure meaningful opportunities throughout their careers.
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Data Science Tools
Learning Outcome
Students will have familiarity and experience using many data science tools including Linux, SQL, Tableau, and containers.
Title
Communication
Learning Outcome
Students will have experience with using data science tools to process data and create professional reports and dashboards.
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Databases
Learning Outcome
Students will know multiple types of databases and their uses.
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Remote Server Interaction
Learning Outcome
Students will have experience using SSH to perform data functions and query from remote servers using a client.
Title
Industry Exposure
Learning Outcome
Students will have exposure to professionals currently working in data science fields.
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Cloud Computing
Learning Outcome
Students will understand cloud computing and will know the benefits and drawbacks of different computing environments.
Title
Data Ethics
Learning Outcome
Students will understand the ethical collection and use of data.
