Certificate Program in Data Science

The Basic Certificate Program in Data Science provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential concepts and techniques in data science. Covering data collection, cleaning, visualization, statistics and machine learning. This course equips students with practical skills in Python and data analysis, preparing them for real-world data science projects and further studies.

Course Description

The Basic Certificate Program in Data Science provides a thorough introduction to essential data science concepts and techniques. The program covers topics such as data collection, cleaning, preprocessing and exploratory data analysis. Students will gain hands-on experience with Python and popular libraries like Pandas and NumPy, along with foundational knowledge in statistics and machine learning. The course explores both supervised and unsupervised learning techniques, model evaluation and performance metrics. The final project allows students to apply their skills to a real-world dataset, ensuring they are well-prepared for career opportunities or further studies in data science..

The lecture panel for the Certificate Program in Data Science consists of highly experienced data science professionals and esteemed university lecturers. Each panel member brings extensive experience in the field of information technology, along with specialized expertise in data science and related IT domains. This blend of real-world industry experience and academic excellence guarantees that students receive a well-rounded, comprehensive education, equipping them with both practical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for success in the data science field

The Basic Certificate Program in Data Science is designed for:

  • Beginners interested in learning data science from scratch, with no prior experience required.
  • Career Changers seeking to transition into the growing field of data science and analytics.
  • University Students wanting to enhance their academic studies with practical skills in data science.
  • Professionals aiming to upskill in Python, machine learning and data analysis for career advancement in IT, finance, marketing or other data-driven industries.

This program is ideal for anyone looking to gain a solid foundation in data science and prepare for further studies or career opportunities in the field.

Module 1: Introduction to Data Science
 

Objective: Gain a solid understanding of the fundamentals of data science, its various applications and the stages involved in a data science project. Learn about the key roles, responsibilities and skills required in the field of data science.

 
Module 2: Data Collection and Acquisition 

Objective: Explore different methods of data collection, including retrieving data from APIs, web scraping and databases. Learn how to acquire both structured and unstructured data for analysis.

 
Module 3: Data Cleaning and Preprocessing 

Objective: Learn techniques for cleaning and transforming raw data into a usable format. This includes handling missing values, dealing with outliers and applying normalization to prepare data for analysis.

 
Module 4: Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
 

Objective: Conduct exploratory data analysis to understand the distribution of data, detect patterns and generate insights using statistical methods and visualizations.

 
Module 5: Data Visualization 

Objective: Master the creation of effective visualizations using tools such as Matplotlib and Seaborn. Learn how to communicate key insights and trends through charts, graphs and plots.

 
Module 6: Introduction to Statistics for Data Science
 

Objective: Acquire foundational knowledge in statistics, including concepts like probability, distributions, hypothesis testing and correlation analysis, which are essential for interpreting data.

 
Module 7: Introduction to Python for Data Science 

Objective: Learn to use Python for data manipulation, focusing on libraries like Pandas and NumPy to process, clean and analyze data effectively.

 
Module 8: Machine Learning Fundamentals
 

Objective: Understand the basics of machine learning, including the distinction between supervised and unsupervised learning, key algorithms and how to evaluate machine learning models.

 
Module 9: Supervised Learning Techniques
 

Objective: Learn about supervised learning algorithms, including linear regression, logistic regression and decision trees. Understand how to build, train and evaluate these models.

 
Module 10: Unsupervised Learning and Clustering 

Objective: Explore unsupervised learning techniques, particularly clustering methods such as K-means and hierarchical clustering, to identify patterns in unlabeled data.

 
Module 11: Model Evaluation and Performance Metrics
 

Objective: Learn how to evaluate machine learning models using various performance metrics, including accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score and cross-validation techniques to ensure robust model performance.

 
Module 12: Real-World Data Science Project
 

Objective: Apply all the skills learned in the course to a hands-on data science project. Students will analyze a real-world dataset, perform necessary preprocessing, apply machine learning models and present their findings.

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This syllabus provides a comprehensive introduction to data science, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to pursue advanced studies or begin a career in data science confidently.

 
The delivery method for this certification is entirely online, requiring candidates to have access to a personal computer.

Sinhala and Simple English

30 Hours
2 Hours, 3 Days per week
Rs 15,000/= 

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