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Data Analytics with Machine Learning Course Modules
This interactive and hands-on course takes your data analysis skills to the next level, giving you a strong understanding of machine learning concepts, including neural networks. You will implement machine learning techniques using Python and the scikit-learn library, covering concepts such as data pre-processing, model selection, evaluation, and hyperparameter tuning. Using DataCamp’s world-class learning platform, you will create advanced visualisations of data employing tools like Bokeh, matplotlib, and seaborn to effectively communicate your insights to stakeholders. You will apply the CRISP-DM methodology to real-world datasets, including problem formulation, data preparation, model building, evaluation, and deployment. This course will inspire you to use your creativity and innovative thinking to unlock the full potential of data-driven decision making.
1. Introduction To Machine Learning
Learn what machine learning is, the types of algorithms it uses, and what a machine learning workflow looks like. Discover the scikit-learn library.
- Definition and applications
- Types of algorithms
- The machine learning workflow
- Introduction to scikit-learn library
2. Advanced Statistical Learning
Look at advanced statistical learning - data visualisation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression analysis.
- Interactive data visualisation with Bokeh
- Statistical hypothesis testing
- A/B testing
- Correlation and regression analysis
3. Supervised Learning
Understand supervised learning - where the training data provided works as the supervisor that teaches the machine to predict the output correctly - and the different types of supervised learning: regression and classification.
- Linear regression
- Classification algorithms: logistic regression and KNN
- Model selection and evaluation
4. Unsupervised Learning
Understand unsupervised learning – where the model itself finds the hidden patterns and insights from the given data – and the types of supervised learning: clustering and association.
- Understanding unsupervised learning
- Clustering algorithms: K-means and hierarchical clustering
- Dimensionality reduction: PCA and t-SNE
5. Model Evaluation & Hyperparameter Tuning
Learn to evaluate and tune the hyperparameters of a model – i.e., the parameters that are explicitly defined by the user to control the learning process – so that you can improve the learning of the model. Explore model selection, evaluation, and optimisation.
- Cross-validation and holdout method
- Bias-variance trade-off
- Hyperparameter tuning with grid search and randomised search
- Feature selection and engineering
6. Ensemble Methods
Learn how to build and evaluate ensemble models, which can help to improve the accuracy and robustness of machine learning models.
- Combining models: voting, bagging, and boosting
- Random forests
- Gradient boosting machines
- Stacking and blending
7. Neural Networks
Look at artificial neural networks (ANNs) and their components (including activation functions and loss functions), as well as how to train them using backpropagation. Explore different types of ANNs.
- Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs)
- Activation functions and loss functions
- Backpropagation and training ANNs
- Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs)
- Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs)
8. Final Project
Using a dataset of your choosing, consolidate your understanding of the course materials and demonstrate your ability to apply machine learning techniques to solve a practical problem.
- Apply CRISP-DM methodology to a real-world dataset
- Implementing the machine learning techniques learned
- Presenting results and insights
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€49,000 / Annual
Data Analyst Salary in Ireland
The average Data Analyst salary in Ireland is €49,000 per year. Entry level positions start at €35,000 per year while more experienced developers make up to €56,000 per year.
Salary data source: indeed.com, 11th January 2023
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€49,000
Salary data source: indeed.com, 11th January 2023
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Is this course right for me?
This course is ideal for anyone who has already built a skillset importing, cleaning, joining, and manipulating datasets, for example by completing our Professional Academy Certificate in Data Analytics: Visualisation. A knowledge of Python is essential, as is previous experience working with packages such as pandas and NumPy for data import, cleaning, manipulation, and visualisation. You may be a data analyst, data scientist, business analyst, or other professional who regularly works with data and wants to improve their ability to create predictive models and extract insights from data. The course does not cover other programming languages such as R or Julia, or advanced topics in NLP or CV, big data processing, or distributed computing frameworks like Apache Spark. There is a large self-guided portion to this course – you will be expected to attend eight hours of live online lectures and complete 32 hours of online learning on the DataCamp platform (see below), plus time for exercises and assignments.
How will this course help with my career?
This course will help you advance your career by demonstrating your practical knowledge of machine learning algorithms, experience in using machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn and TensorFlow, and proficiency using Python for data analysis and machine learning applications. These skills are transferable across diverse data-centric roles, making you a competitive candidate for positions ranging from data analyst to machine learning engineer. Data science skills such as the ones learnt on this course can be leveraged by professionals from fields as diverse as human resources, finance, sales, manufacturing, healthcare, marketing, and education. Data analytics and machine learning techniques help you make better decisions and improve outcomes in any role.
What is the online learning experience like?
Outside of the online tutorial sessions, you will need to complete some self-study work using the DataCamp platform. This platform, where you will transform your data skills, is trusted by over six million learners globally. All your learning happens in-browser, so there’s no need to install heavy or costly software programmes.
Your learning is supported by weekly live expert mentor sessions, delivered using Zoom. During these classes, your teachers will use technology interactively to ensure an engaging learning experience. When appropriate, students will be encouraged to activate their microphones so that they can ask questions and communicate with other students.
What is the student experience like?
Student care is a high priority at UCD Professional Academy, which is why our Student Services team is on hand to support you throughout your time with us. They will respond to any queries you have, help you with any technical issues, and facilitate your learning experience at every point. All students are given access to our Student Portal, where you can see your timetable, access all your study materials, and manage your account.
How is this course assessed?
Your progress through the course will be marked by milestones that are reviewed and evaluated by the instructor, who will provide you with feedback. Your formal, summative assessment is through a final project, with supporting documentation, which is the application of machine learning models to a real-world dataset. You can use any dataset that is relevant to your work or a personal interest, as long as it does not contain personal information. The final project should demonstrate your ability to apply the concepts and techniques learned in the course and to communicate the results and insights effectively.
What are the benefits of a Professional Academy Diploma?
UCD Professional Academy Diplomas and Certificates are designed to give your career an advantage. Developed in conjunction with industry thought leaders our courses teach practical, applied skills to support you to achieve your career and business goals. Professional Academy Diplomas are suitable for career minded learners wishing to advance their professional skills and prospects rather than their academic credentials.
The Professional Academy is an independent wholly owned part of UCD designed to address the need for skills development in the workforce. Courses tend to be short, designed and delivered by industry practitioners, and are not part of nor do they lead to a traditional University award such as a degree or a masters. They are widely accepted by employers and many students are sponsored to study by their organisation.
For full details of UCD Professional Academy’s Certification & Governance please visit https://www.ucd.ie/professionalacademy/governance/
How do I get my Professional Academy Diploma?
Your UCD Professional Academy Diploma will be issued electronically on a secure platform, with a link that you can share with employers and others wishing to verify your credentials. You can also add this certification to your LinkedIn profile.
This Professional Academy Diploma is not on the National Framework of Qualifications as a credit-bearing course. This is not unusual for professional courses of this nature, where the need is for fresh and actionable skills immediately applicable in the workplace.
What payment options are available?
You can secure your spot on most of our Live Online, On-Campus, or On-Demand courses with a low 30% deposit. The remaining balance can be paid in two equal instalments (30 and 60 days later).
For full-time Bootcamp courses, you can secure your spot with a 50% deposit, with the remaining balance due prior to the start of your course.
Please note that standard terms and conditions apply, which you can review here: https://www.ucd.ie/professionalacademy/terms-and-conditions/