COMP 7024 Programming for Data Science
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301493
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Description The use of computers and computer programming for Data Science is fundamental to the discipline. This introductory subject will briefly cover the use of spreadsheet systems and then will consider programming in the statistical system "R" in detail. Other special purpose languages will also be touched on briefly including SQL (Structured Query Language).
School Computer, Data & Math Sciences
Discipline Computer Science
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz | 5 x 30 minutes | 20 | N | Individual |
| Final Exam | Lab based 1 hour practical | 40 | N | Individual |
| Applied Project | 3,000 words | 40 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods
Autumn
Parramatta - Victoria Rd
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Quarter 1
Parramatta City - Macquarie St
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Spring
Parramatta - Victoria Rd
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