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Big Data Science, Certificate

Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock , United States
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Computer Science | Data Science | Statistics
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Mathematics and Statistics
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English
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Program Overview

Big Data Science, Certificate

The Big Data Science certificate program is designed to provide students with the skills to master data analytical techniques, which are highly sought after in various domains. Upon completing the certificate, students will have acquired programming skills, fundamentals of statistics, and knowledge of modern descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytical techniques.


Overview

The certificate helps meet the growing demand for data science professionals by equipping students with the ability to deal with complex data. Students will learn how to process data in tabular format, principles of big data analytics, and advanced approaches for data analysis.


Curriculum Guide

GPA Requirement

  • Certificate GPA: 2.0 or higher

Certificate Requirements

The following courses are required for the Big Data Science certificate:


  • CPSC 146: Programming Principles (3 hours)
  • CPSC 236: Selected Computer Languages (Python) (3 hours)
  • CPSC 323: Fundamentals of Database Systems (3 hours)
  • CPSC 405: Data Mining and Data Analysis (3 hours)
  • CPSC 485: Big Data Analytics (3 hours)
  • STAT 152: Elementary Statistics I (3 hours)
  • Total Hours: 18 Some courses may require pre-requisites. It is essential to consult course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for a specific course.

Important Curriculum Guide Notes

This Curriculum Guide is provided to help students and prospective students understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in-progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed, and students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.


Program Details

  • The program is effective as of Summer 2025.
  • Revised: 04.15.2025
  • UCC: 01.28.2025
  • Certificate in Big Data Science (6BDS)
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