DATA SCIENCE I: METHODS AND CONTEXT in Fall 2021 (CS5060)

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This project-based course introduces data science by looking at the whole cycle of activities involved in data science projects. Students will learn how to think about problems with rigor and creativity, ethically applying data science skills to address those problems. The course project will address the theoretical, mathematical and computational challenges involved in data science.

Course Master: 
DATA SCIENCE I: METHODS AND CONTEXT (CS5060)
Term: 
Fall 2021
Discipline: 
CS (Computer Science)
Credits: 
4 credits
Type: 
Regular
Level: 
Graduate
Can be taken twice for credit?: 
No
Exam Date: 
Tuesday, December 21, 2021 - 12:30
Pre-requisites: 
College Level=Graduate OR College Level=Graduate - Continuing OR College Level=New Student - Grad
Co-requisites: 
None

Professor(s)

Claudia Roda

Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the ethical, legal, environmental, social and technical challenges related to data collection, storage, analysis and communication
  2. Students will demonstrate a good understanding of the processes involved in extracting meaning from data, in order to engage with complex issues from multiple perspectives. This includes showing critical knowledge of the potentials and limitations of data
  3. Students will be able to perform simple data manipulations and visualizations using tools such as spreadsheets, geographical information systems and Python code

Syllabus

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Schedule

Start Date: 
Monday, January 17, 2022
End Date: 
Friday, May 13, 2022
DayStart TimeEnd TimeRoom
Tuesday
12:10
13:30
Q-704
Friday
12:10
13:30
Q-704