Data Science

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Every industry using computing systems is awash in data. A scientific approach to analyzing data allows stakeholders to monitor processes and engage in informed decision-making.

CSM’s Data Science program is organized around core coursework teaching students to manage, explore, model, and visualize data for descriptive, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive analysis. This program will provide students with the underlying mathematical and computational foundations, hands-on experience with industry standard statistical and programming tools, as well as exploration of current ethical issues in the field of data science.

This Data Science, AS Program is designed for transfer to four-year institutions requiring mathematical, computer science, information technology and data science preparation.

The coursework in this program prepares students for these industry professional certifications:

  • PCEP - Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
  • PCAP - Certified Associate in Python Programming
  • CompTIA ITF+ - CompTIA IT Fundamentals

 

What Data Scientists Do

To present their findings, these scientists often make use of data visualization. Data scientists use analytical tools and techniques to extract meaningful insights from data.

Data scientists typically do the following:

  •  Determine which data are available and useful for the project
  •  Collect, categorize, and analyze data
  •  Create, validate, test, and update algorithms and models
  •  Use data visualization software to present findings
  •  Make recommendations to stakeholders based on data analysis

Read More from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

 

Programs of Study

This Data Science, AS Program is designed for transfer to four-year institutions requiring mathematical, computer science, information technology and data science preparation.

The coursework in this program prepares students for these industry professional certifications:

    • PCEP - Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
    • PCAP - Certified Associate in Python Programming
    • CompTIA ITF+ - CompTIA IT Fundamentals

View Program Requirements in the Catalog:

Data Science, AS

CSM’s Data Science Certificate is organized around introductory coursework teaching students to manage, explore, model, and visualize data for descriptive, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive analysis. This program will introduce students to the statistical and computational concepts, hands-on experience with industry standard statistical and programming tools, as well as introduction to current ethical issues in the field of data science.

All coursework in the Data Science Certificate counts toward the Data Science, AS degree.

The coursework in this program prepares students for these industry professional certifications:

  • PCEP - Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
  • PCAP - Certified Associate in Python Programming
  • CompTIA ITF+ - CompTIA IT Fundamentals

View Program Requirements in the Catalog:

Data Science, Certificate****

This course sequence introduces students to Data Science. Students develop an initial understanding of the mathematical, computational and analytics elements of the field of Data Science.

These courses may be applied to a Data Science Certificate and an Associate of Science Degree in Data Science.

The coursework in this program prepares students for these industry professional certifications:

  • PCEP - Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer
  • PCAP - Certified Associate in Python Programming

View Program Requirements in the Catalog:

Data Science, Letter of Recognition

Transfer Opportunities

CSM has the following transfer agreements specifically for the Data Science, AS:

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Scholarship Opportunities

The following scholarships are available specifically for data science students:

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Career Opportunities

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