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15-2051.00 - Data Scientists

Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports.

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Analyze, manipulate, or process large sets of data using statistical software.
Apply feature selection algorithms to models predicting outcomes of interest, such as sales, attrition, and healthcare use.
Apply sampling techniques to determine groups to be surveyed or use complete enumeration methods.
Clean and manipulate raw data using statistical software.
Compare models using statistical performance metrics, such as loss functions or proportion of explained variance.
Create graphs, charts, or other visualizations to convey the results of data analysis using specialized software.
Deliver oral or written presentations of the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.
Design surveys, opinion polls, or other instruments to collect data.
Identify business problems or management objectives that can be addressed through data analysis.
Identify relationships and trends or any factors that could affect the results of research.
Identify solutions to business problems, such as budgeting, staffing, and marketing decisions, using the results of data analysis.
Propose solutions in engineering, the sciences, and other fields using mathematical theories and techniques.
Read scientific articles, conference papers, or other sources of research to identify emerging analytic trends and technologies.
Recommend data-driven solutions to key stakeholders.
Test, validate, and reformulate models to ensure accurate prediction of outcomes of interest.
Write new functions or applications in programming languages to conduct analyses.

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Peirce College

Associate in Science Information Technology

Associate in Science

The Peirce Information Technology program prepares graduates to be successful information technology professionals by providing them crucial critical thinking, problem solving, and life-long learning skills needed to respond to the ever-changing demands of the information technology field while also providing practical skills in high demand, state-of-the-art technology.

Bachelor of Science Information Technology

Bachelor of Science

After meeting the requirements of the associate degree, students in the bachelor's program will deepen their knowledge of network operating system environments and gain understanding of material needed to design, build, secure, and maintain enterprise-grade networks. Most acquire the fundamental knowledge to pursue the industry's premier Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification. They will also learn the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum and that of CompTIA's Linux+. Students also have the opportunity to explore new security technologies and standards, while building critical thinking and problem solving skills. The concentration culminates in a capstone project that allows the student to highlight knowledge gained in applied networking and security.

Bachelor of Science Information Technology

Bachelor of Science

After meeting the requirements of the associate degree, graduates from this program make excellent candidates for positions as application developers, programmers, and systems analysts. Students are equipped to determine the customer's needs and design and implement a systems-based solution. Bachelor's students will study higher-level application development in the .NET environment involving courses in ASP, SQL, XML, and the component object model for application development. Students will also explore tools used in systems analysis such as Microsoft Project and Visio. This concentration culminates in a capstone project that requires the student to build a working program or prototype to demonstrate practical skills and knowledge gained in this area of study.

Certificate of Proficiency Cloud Computing

Certificate of Proficiency

The Certificate of Proficiency in Cloud Computing equips students with the relevant practical skills and knowledge needed to participate in the field of cloud computing.ï¿½ With a focus on hands-on learning, students will build a solid foundation for pursuing industry certifications and effectively deploying, operations, and maintaining the cloud-based systems that are transforming how organizations provision IT services.

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