COMP 7023 Predictive Analytics
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301495
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Description The information age has allowed business and science to take advantage of the vast amount of available data for predicting outcomes and estimating trends, to make informed decisions. Machine learning is the process of allowing a computer to learn from data, which at its heart is used in making these important decisions. This subject provides students with the knowledge and practice required to implement and effectively use these predictive models such as Neural Networks and Support Vector Machines, and provides opportunity for students to investigate state-of-the-art. Students will use the Python programming language throughout this subject.
School Computer, Data & Math Sciences
Discipline Computer Science
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject
Equivalent Subjects MATH 7011 Predictive Analytics
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.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz | 5 x 40 minutes (per quiz) | 20 | N | Individual |
| Final Exam | 2 hours | 30 | Y | Individual |
| Applied Project | 2000 words | 10 | N | Group |
| Applied Project | 2000 words | 40 | N | Group |
Teaching Periods
Spring (2022)
Parramatta - Victoria Rd
Day
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Spring (2023)
Parramatta - Victoria Rd
On-site
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