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Data Science Specialization
Launch Your Career in Data Science. A ten-course introduction to data science, developed and taught by leading professors.
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Data Science SpecializationJohns Hopkins UniversityWhat you will learn
Use R to clean, analyze, and visualize data.
Navigate the entire data science pipeline from data acquisition to publication.
Use GitHub to manage data science projects.
Perform regression analysis, least squares and inference using regression models.
Skills you will gain
About this Specialization
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Ask the right questions, manipulate data sets, and create visualizations to communicate results.
This Specialization covers the concepts and tools you'll need throughout the entire data science pipeline, from asking the right kinds of questions to making inferences and publishing results. In the final Capstone Project, you’ll apply the skills learned by building a data product using real-world data. At completion, students will have a portfolio demonstrating their mastery of the material.
Learner Career Outcomes
43%
Started a new career after completing this specialization.
19%
Got a pay increase or promotion.
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online courses
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Flexible Schedule
Set and maintain flexible deadlines.
Beginner Level
You should have beginner level experience in Python. Familiarity with regression is recommended
Approx. 11 months to complete
Suggested 7 hours/week
English
Subtitles: English, French, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Portuguese (Brazilian), Vietnamese, Japanese, Portuguese (Brazilian)
Learner Career Outcomes
43%
Started a new career after completing this specialization.
19%
Got a pay increase or promotion.
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online courses
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Flexible Schedule
Set and maintain flexible deadlines.
Beginner Level
You should have beginner level experience in Python. Familiarity with regression is recommended
Approx. 11 months to complete
Suggested 7 hours/week
English
Subtitles: English, French, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Portuguese (Brazilian), Vietnamese, Japanese, Portuguese (Brazilian)
There are 10 Courses in this Specialization
The Data Scientist’s Toolbox
28,899 ratings
In this course you will get an introduction to the main tools and ideas in the data scientist's toolbox. The course gives an overview of the data, questions, and tools that data analysts and data scientists work with. There are two components to this course. The first is a conceptual introduction to the ideas behind turning data into actionable knowledge. The second is a practical introduction to the tools that will be used in the program like version control, markdown, git, GitHub, R, and RStudio.
R Programming
19,389 ratings
In this course you will learn how to program in R and how to use R for effective data analysis. You will learn how to install and configure software necessary for a statistical programming environment and describe generic programming language concepts as they are implemented in a high-level statistical language. The course covers practical issues in statistical computing which includes programming in R, reading data into R, accessing R packages, writing R functions, debugging, profiling R code, and organizing and commenting R code. Topics in statistical data analysis will provide working examples.
Getting and Cleaning Data
7,466 ratings
Before you can work with data you have to get some. This course will cover the basic ways that data can be obtained. The course will cover obtaining data from the web, from APIs, from databases and from colleagues in various formats. It will also cover the basics of data cleaning and how to make data “tidy”. Tidy data dramatically speed downstream data analysis tasks. The course will also cover the components of a complete data set including raw data, processing instructions, codebooks, and processed data. The course will cover the basics needed for collecting, cleaning, and sharing data.
Exploratory Data Analysis
5,647 ratings
This course covers the essential exploratory techniques for summarizing data. These techniques are typically applied before formal modeling commences and can help inform the development of more complex statistical models. Exploratory techniques are also important for eliminating or sharpening potential hypotheses about the world that can be addressed by the data. We will cover in detail the plotting systems in R as well as some of the basic principles of constructing data graphics. We will also cover some of the common multivariate statistical techniques used to visualize high-dimensional data.
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Johns Hopkins University
The mission of The Johns Hopkins University is to educate its students and cultivate their capacity for life-long learning, to foster independent and original research, and to bring the benefits of discovery to the world.
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Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?
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How long does it take to complete the Specialization?
Time to completion can vary based on your schedule, but most learners are able to complete the Specialization in 3-6 months.
How often is each course in the Specialization offered?
Each course in the Specialization is offered monthly.
What background knowledge is necessary?
Some programming experience (in any language) is recommended. We also suggest a working knowledge of mathematics up to algebra (neither calculus or linear algebra are required).
Do I need to take the courses in a specific order?
Begin by taking The Data Scientist's Toolbox and Introduction to R Programming, in order. The other courses may be taken in any order, and in parallel if desired.
Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?
Coursera courses and certificates don't carry university credit, though some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
What will I be able to do upon completing the Specialization?
You’ll have a foundational understanding of the field and be prepared to continue studying data science.
Can I sign up for the course without paying or applying for financial aid?
Yes, you can access the course for free via www.coursera.org/jhu. This will allow you to explore the course, watch lectures, and participate in discussions for free. To be eligible to earn a certificate, you must either pay for enrollment or qualify for financial aid.
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