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Presentation
Presentation
This module offers an in-depth view of the field of Data Science, teaching fundamental principles and methods of analysis and learning from data. The course is aimed at data analysts without prior knowledge in statistics, and emphasizes the importance of ethics in building and using models obtained from data. Teaching methods include traditional lectures, classroom debates, and self-assessment activities, helping students develop critical and analytical skills essential for success in data science. At the end of the course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of the field, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to become successful data scientists.
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Class from course
Class from course
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Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Bachelor | Semestral | 6
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Year | Nature | Language
Year | Nature | Language
2 | Mandatory | Português
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Code
Code
ULHT6634-23869
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Prerequisites and corequisites
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable
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Professional Internship
Professional Internship
Não
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Syllabus
Syllabus
Introduction to data science What does it mean to learn from data? Is my model accurate? Simple linear regression Multiple linear regression Working with regression models Logistic classification Generative classification models Resampling methods Tree-based methods for regression and classification Ethical issues and regulations in Data Science
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Objectives
Objectives
Familiarising students with the multi-disciplinary field of Data Science Acquiring knowledge about what it means to learn statistically from data Understanding regression and classification models Understanding to to validade and use data-driven models Acquiring a diversity of methods for regression and classification Critically comparing different methods to produce regression or classification models Understanding the importance and uses of resampling methods in data science Understand the basic ethical principles and regulations in the context of data-driven models
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Teaching methodologies and assessment
Teaching methodologies and assessment
The teaching methods for this data science module aim to create an engaging and effective learning experience. Traditional lectures provide foundational knowledge, while in-class debates encourage active participation and critical thinking. Retrieval self-assessments improve long-term retention of information, allowing students to monitor their learning progress and identify areas for improvement. The combination of lectures, debates, and self-assessment activities creates a well-rounded learning experience that meets the needs of all students and helps them develop the skills and knowledge to succeed as data scientists.
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References
References
James, G., Witten, D., Hastie, T., & Tibshirani, R. (2013). An introduction to statistical learning (Vol. 112, p. 18). New York: springer.
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Office Hours
Office Hours
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Mobility
Mobility
No