Data Analytics Course
With businesses relying on data to drive their decision-making, the need for professionals with analytics skills only continues to grow. This data analytics course provides an immersive learning experience with training on essential tools for the analysis process, including Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Python. Throughout your data analytics training, you will learn how to work with structured data, create visualizations from your findings, and build predictive models to help solve problems.
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Data Analytics Course
Details + Objectives
Course code: GES3128
What you will learn
- Understand major data analytics principles, from data collection and cleansing to analysis and reporting
- Learn to use popular data analytics tools like Microsoft Excel and SQL for simplified database management, with instruction on SQL data management and advanced Excel functions like Pivot Tables and macros
- Leverage standard data analytics tools like Python and Tableau
- Learn to build, maintain and optimize machine learning models to streamline your analytics process through the automation of time-consuming tasks
- Review advanced data analysis methods like regression analysis, forecasting, and prescriptive analysis to interpret trends within datasets
How you will benefit
- Walk away with a solid understanding of the data analytics process from start to finish
- Learn how to find, sort, and organize data using several industry-standard tools as well as optimize workflows when handling larger datasets
- Practice various kinds of analytics and become familiar with more advanced concepts like automating tasks through machine learning models
- Become more astute problem solvers within the data analytics field and gain a real-world approach that prepares you for the field
How the course is taught
- Self-paced, online course
- 9 Months to complete
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 240 course hours
Instructors & Support
Brian McClain
Brian McClain is a senior instructor and program director at Noble Desktop, where he teaches Python, data science, machine learning, and AI courses. His expertise covers several programming languages (including Python, R, and SwiftUI) and advanced frameworks (SQL, Flask, and OpenAI technologies). Brian holds certifications as a New York State Instructor of Computer Applications and a Licensed Private Career School Teacher. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Duke University.
Colin Jaffe
Colin Jaffe is a programmer and curriculum developer at Noble Desktop. He has taught coding and software development at Noble Desktop as well as various other educational institutions. Colin’s teaching focuses on algorithmic thinking, application logic, and practical frameworks such as React and Python. His professional background includes front-end development and data analytics, and he brings creativity to technical instruction, shaped by his experience as a self-taught programmer.
Dan Rodney
Dan Rodney is a coder, designer, and instructor with over 25 years of experience creating coursework and leading innovative training initiatives at Noble Desktop. He’s taught employees from major corporations as well as individuals wanting to break into tech and design. Dan has been at the forefront of integrating AI into design and business workflows, spearheading Noble Desktop’s latest AI course offerings.
Requirements
Prerequisites:
Basic computer proficiency is required. No prior experience in analytics or programming is necessary.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebook is not compatible.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later operating systems.
- Mac: OS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Google Colab
- Microsoft Excel - Free trial available
- DBeaver
- Tableau Public
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
- Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.