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This course presents a comprehensive overview of the key elements of data science for engineers, with application to mining problems. Topics include data cleaning, organization and manipulation, data collection, visualization and noise filtering. Regression as a Data analysis technique is covered. The focus is on the practical application of data science in the engineering context to make predictions and decisions based on the statistical inference of data. Learn more about our other online courses and programs here, at Queen’s Mining Online.
This course is intended to be offered to anyone who is interested in learning more about the application of data science in the mining industry. The flexible nature of this online course will attract geographically diverse professionals. The course will be designed so that anyone from any background can take the course, however, we expect this course will also appeal specifically to professionals working in the mining industry. Knowledge in any programming language is preferred for this course, although not required.
This course lays the foundation for an understanding of the concepts and tools that are used in data science, through examples that are applicable to mining. Through an overview of key Python programming constructs, important libraries for data science, data management tools, basic data analysis techniques and hands-on interactive labs, the learners will be able to automate procedures, make use of data and statistics to help make important decisions and develop and evaluate hypotheses.
The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining is one of the oldest and largest Mining schools in the world. Consistently ranked in the top 10 worldwide, Queen’s Mining has a reputation for training outstanding graduates and has strong and long-standing connections with the industry. Queen’s Mining now offers a range of online programming.
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This course focuses on 4 learning outcomes. By the end of this course students should be able to:
Self-check quizzes and self-assessments will be offered to enhance student learning and understanding of concepts.
This course is designed for learners with little to no knowledge or experience in data science and is ideal for professionals who want to expand their set of tools and understanding to handle and manipulate data and help make decisions based on data in their workplace.
This course represents a study period of approximately 20 hours in total. The course material is divided into 5 modules and will be available for learners to complete at their own pace over a total of 12 weeks. Note that learners who adhere to a predetermined study schedule are more likely to successfully complete the course on time.
The course fee is C$ 1,750.00
Please visit here for course registration and payment.
This offering commences on Monday, February 5, 2024, and runs until Sunday, April 28, 2024 – registration is open until Monday, March 18, 2024.
Learners can complete the course at their own pace within that timeframe.
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