DA 460 Data Analysis with Software and Programming • 5 Cr.

Description

This course introduces modern software and programming languages for effective data analysis, such as R and Python. Students will learn how to configure software environment, apply programming concepts, build statistical models, and write code to analyze data sets. Prerequisite: Admission into BAS Data Analytics program and BA 240 with a C or better and PROG 108 with a C or better, or permission of instructor.

Description starting Summer 2021

This course introduces modern software and programming languages for effective data analysis, such as R and Python. Students will learn how to configure software environment, apply programming concepts, build statistical models, and write code to analyze data sets. Prerequisite: Admission into BAS Data Management and Analysis program and BA 240 with a grade of C or better and ISIT 333 with a grade of C or better; or permission of instructor.

Outcomes

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Choose appropriate techniques to access data 
• Utilize appropriate program packages 
• Design and create functions and procedures 
• Implement programs to build appropriate application models 
• Create relevant output and graphs 
• Debug, organize, and comment code 
• Interpret results and clearly state conclusions in reports and presentations with close attention to detail

Offered

• Winter 2021 (current quarter)
• Fall 2020