Foundations of Data Science
Aug 27, 2025 - Dec 12, 2025
12:00 am
Class #:24280
Units:4
Instruction Mode: In-Person Instruction
No Open Seats
Foundations of data science from three perspectives: inferential thinking, computational thinking, and real-world relevance. Given data arising from some real-world phenomenon, how does one analyze that data so as to understand that phenomenon? The course teaches critical concepts and skills in computer programming and statistical inference, in conjunction with hands-on analysis of real-world datasets, including economic data, document collections, geographical data, and social networks. It delves into social and legal issues surrounding data analysis, including issues of privacy and data ownership.