University of Pittsburgh
Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics Specialization
University of Pittsburgh

Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics Specialization

Master Mathematical Foundations for Data Science. Gain Advanced Skills in Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability, and Regression Analysis

Morgan Frank

Instructor: Morgan Frank

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Beginner level
No prior experience required
4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Build toward a degree
Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level
No prior experience required
4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Build toward a degree

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Master vector and matrix arithmetic, and eigen calculations using NumPy for data science tasks.

  • Solve linear equations, and invert matrices using Python’s Pandas for efficient data handling.

  • Implement ordinary least squares regression to fit linear models, and predict data trends.

  • Visualize data effectively using Python libraries for insightful data analysis and presentation.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Linear Algebra
Category: Matplotlib
Category: Machine Learning
Category: Pandas (Python Package)
Category: Scatter Plots
Category: Computational Logic
Category: Data Manipulation
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Data Visualization Software
Category: Mathematical Modeling
Category: Data Science
Category: Python Programming
Category: Logical Reasoning
Category: Applied Mathematics
Category: Regression Analysis
Category: Numerical Analysis
Category: NumPy
Category: Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling

What you'll learn

  • Calculate expected values and apply normal distribution for statistical analysis.

  • Perform derivative calculations for optimization and rate of change analysis.

  • Solve complex integrals using Python for continuous data analysis.

  • Apply statistical and calculus methods in Python for predictive modeling.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Machine Learning
Category: Integral Calculus
Category: Statistical Modeling
Category: Mathematical Modeling
Category: Applied Mathematics
Category: Statistics
Category: Statistical Analysis
Category: Probability Distribution
Category: Probability & Statistics
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Data Science
Category: Advanced Mathematics
Category: Calculus
Category: Derivatives
Category: Descriptive Statistics
Category: Algorithms
Category: Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling

What you'll learn

  • Calculate conditional probabilities and apply Bayes' Theorem for data inference.

  • Understand and apply various probability distributions for statistical analysis.

  • Perform ordinary least squares regression to fit linear models to data.

  • Analyze datasets using advanced regression techniques in Python.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Probability
Category: Predictive Modeling
Category: Statistical Machine Learning
Category: Statistical Analysis
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Data Science
Category: Statistics
Category: Algorithms
Category: Python Programming
Category: Regression Analysis
Category: Probability & Statistics
Category: Bayesian Statistics
Category: Statistical Methods
Category: Machine Learning
Category: Machine Learning Algorithms
Category: Applied Mathematics
Category: Supervised Learning
Category: Statistical Modeling

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This Specialization is part of the following degree program(s) offered by University of Pittsburgh. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.Âą

 

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Morgan Frank
University of Pittsburgh
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