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DATA 601 - Introduction to Data Science

Credits: [3]
Description: The goal of this class is to give students an introduction to and hands on experience with all phases of the data science process using real data and modern tools. Topics that will be covered include data formats, loading, and cleaning; data storage in relational and non-relational stores; data analysis using supervised and unsupervised learning, and sound evaluation methods; data visualization; and scaling up with cluster computing, MapReduce, Hadoop, and Spark.
Course ID: 102548
Components: Lecture
Grading Method: A-F


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