College of Inform & Comp Sci 108 - Foundations of Data Science

The field of Data Science encompasses methods, processes, and systems that enable the extraction of useful knowledge from data. Foundations of Data Science introduces core data science concepts including computational and inferential thinking, along with core data science skills including computer programming and statistical methods. The course presents these topics in the context of hands-on analysis of real-world data sets, including economic data, document collections, geographical data, and social networks. The course also explores social issues surrounding data analysis such as privacy and design. (Gen. Ed. R2)

Open to undergraduates in majors OTHER THAN Computer Science and Math & Statistics. R1 & MATH101/2,104,127,128,131 CROSS-LISTED WITH STATISTCS 190F BUT NOT OFFERED SAME SEMESTER (COMPSCI 190F FALL; STATISTCS 190F SPRING). CS AND MATH/STATS MAJORS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. CLASSROOM WITH COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS FOR STUDENT USE DURING LABS. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cics.umass.edu/overrides.