Data Analytics with Python
Unlock your potential in data analysis with high-demand skills in Python programming. Apply for funding through the Digital Jobs for Manufacturing Program.
What you will learn
Gain contemporary skills and knowledge for your job now.
This comprehensive short course gives you an opportunity to develop essential skills and capabilities in Python programming and data science.
Delivered by the University of Melbourne and supported by the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR), gain a valuable introduction to Python programming language and learn to implement techniques for data preprocessing and visualisation; utilise simple machine learning algorithms for data analysis.
Apply above for funding through the DJSIR's Digital Jobs for Manufacturing Program application form.
Understand the basics of Python programming
Delve into the basics of Python 3, one of the most versatile and sought-after programming languages worldwide. Be introduced to fundamental programming techniques, including sequence, selection, iteration and abstraction, to produce simple Python programs.
Explore data science fundamentals and principles
Learn to use fundamental data structures related to data science, including series and data frames to store and represent data. Apply simple pre-processing techniques to clean data before performing data analysis.
Learn to use machine learning algorithms for data analysis
Use Python libraries such as pandas and scikit-learn for data pre-processing and applying simple machine learning algorithms. Gain insights to critically evaluate the suitability and performance of various machine learning algorithms for solving data science problems. Receive expert feedback from the teaching team and start to leverage your new programming and data science skills in your career.
Fees
For individuals
To take Data Analytics with Python as a stand-alone short course, you'll pay the normal course price.
$4000.00 (inc GST)
Please contact Student Support to discuss discounts and payment options for University of Melbourne staff or alumni, or to pay by invoice.
For teams
If you have three or more team members who are keen to upskill with Data Analytics with Python , get in touch to discuss pricing. For large groups, we can also deliver and contextualise this course exclusively for your organisation.
Pricing on request
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