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Data Analysis and Visualization - Fall 2025
DAT 104
This course is part of the Data Analytics certificate program. Students in the program are adult learners with a post-secondary degree/diploma in computer science, engineering, business, etc. The students learn how to perform exploration of data in order to discover meaningful information to solve problems, and will allow for the application of analytics life cycle in the context of planning to solve a business problem. Emphasis is placed on framing the problem, proposing an analytics solution, communicating with stakeholders, and establishing an analytics-focused project plan. Common data visualization tools and techniques are explored and used as students learn best practices for the presentation and communication of analytical solutions and insights.
Data Programming I - Fall 25
DAT 302
This course is part of the Big Data Programming and Analytics certificate program. Students in the program are adult learners with a post-secondary degree/diploma in computer science, engineering, business, etc. This course examines developing solutions for extracting and analyzing big data sets using various technologies. Students will learn Scala and Java, which are the fundamental part of Spark, Kafka, and HBase. The focus will be on Apache Spark and its different aspects. Students will explore real-time analytics tools such as Kafka and HBase. NoSQL will be covered in this course. Course activities will include instructor presentations, required readings and experiential learning activities (i.e. case studies, group discussions, projects, etc.).
Statistical Analysis for Data Science - F25
DAT 200
This course is part of the Data Analytics certificate program. Students in the program are adult learners with a post-secondary degree/diploma in computer science, engineering, business, etc. This course provides a foundation of exploring data through computing and statistical analysis. Focus is placed on the structure and applications of probability, statistics, computer simulation, and data analysis for students exploring the field of data science. This course builds upon introductory statistics courses and is designed for students with experience/study in programming, calculus, and algebra. Programming in R will be used throughout the course.
Data Science Capstone Project - F25
DAT 205
The capstone course is part of the Big Data Analytics certificate program. Students in the program are adult learners with a post-secondary degree/diploma in computer science, engineering, business, etc. Students apply analytical models, methodologies, and tools learned in the program to create an analytics solution for your organization. Faculty mentors will work with students to ensure the capstone project reflects, and encompasses, best practices for big data analytics and project management.