Data Science – Computer Science
Online at Colorado School of Mines
Data Science – Computer Science Post Baccalaureate Certificate
The Data Science – Computer Science graduate certificate is an online or residential program focusing on data science concepts within computer science (e.g., computational techniques and machine learning) plus prerequisite knowledge (e.g., probability and regression). The aim of this certificate is to help students develop an essential skill set in data analytics, including (1) deriving predictive insights by applying advanced statistics, modeling and programming skills, (2) acquiring in-depth knowledge of machine learning and computational techniques, and (3) unearthing important questions and intelligence for a range of industries, from product design to finance.
Certificate Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree: Required
- GRE: Not Required
- Letters of Recommendation: Not Required
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV): Required
- Statement of Purpose: Not Required. Suggested if GPA is less than 3.0/4.0
- Transcript(s): Required. Must be submitted for all schools attended (unofficial transcripts accepted for admissions review and must show successful completion of any required prerequisite course(s).
- For international applicants or applicants whose native language is not English, please review the English Proficiency requirement
Tuition
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Investment You Can Count On
16%
projected job growth 2018-2028
~$98,000
average annual salary for computer and information technology occupations
#1
career return on investment,
research universities,
U.S. Department of Education
Computer Science and Data Science Faculty
Christopher Painter-Wakefield
Rank - Teaching Professor
Email - cpainter@mines.edu
Phone - 303-273-3717
Jeffrey Paone
Rank - Undergraduate Director and Teaching Professor
Email - jpaone@mines.edu
Phone - 303-384-2587
Paul Sava
Rank - Department Head and Professor of Geophysics and C.H. Green Chair of Exploration Geophysics
Department - Geophysics
Email - psava@mines.edu
Phone - 303-384-2362
Rob Thompson
Rank - Teaching Assistant Professor
Department - Computer Science
Email - rthompson@mines.edu
Phone - 303-384-2716
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