Caltech Data Science Bootcamp

Learn to make data-driven decisions with the Caltech Data Science Bootcamp Certificate Program, delivered in partnership with IBM and Simplilearn. Thoughtfully designed for working professionals, the program delivers a high-engagement learning experience, leveraging Caltech’s academic excellence and IBM’s industry prowess in the field of Data Science.

Program Overview

The Caltech Data Science Bootcamp brings out the superiority of Caltech's academic eminence. The program covers critical Data Science topics like Python programming, R programming, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Data Visualization tools through an interactive learning model with live sessions by global practitioners and in practical labs.

This Data Science Bootcamp is presented in collaboration with Simplilearn, which also operates select software engineering training programs with Caltech. Simplilearn provides highly effective online training across various disciplines, including Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. In its ten-year history, Simplilearn has trained over two million professionals and 2,000 companies across 150 countries, enabling them to acquire certifications and reach their business and career goals.

 

Learning Objectives

Simplilearn’s Applied Learning model brings classroom learning experience online with its world-class Learning Management System (LMS). It combines instructor-led training in virtual classrooms, self-paced learning, and personalized mentoring to provide an immersive learning experience.

The program also provides 24/7 teaching assistance, online practice labs to do real-world projects, and a vibrant social forum where you can discuss ideas with your peers.

Simplilearn's Applied Learning promotes learning by doing and not just watching.

Upon completion of the program, you will receive:

• Program completion certificate from Caltech CTME
• Comprehensive learning path performance report
• Membership in the Caltech Circle LinkedIn group
• Up to 14 CEUs (continuing education units)
• IBM certification badges for IBM course module completions
• Personalized career support services from Simplilearn

Program Details

Fast track your career in the data domain via a comprehensive curriculum covering critical Data Science topics like Python programming, R programming, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Data Visualization tools through an interactive learning model with live sessions by global practitioners and in practical labs.

Skills and Tools

Skills covered:

• Exploratory Data Analysis
• Descriptive Statistics
• Inferential Statistics
• Model Building and Fine Tuning
• Supervised and Unsupervised Learning
• Ensemble Learning
• Deep Learning
• Data Visualization

Tools covered:

• Python
• R
• Tableau
• PowerBI
• MySQL
• TensorFlow
• NumPy
• SciPy
• Pandas
• Matplotlib
• scikit-learn
• Mind Mapping

Project-Based Learning Cases

Project 1: Mobility as a Service

An autonomous car company wants to improve the accuracy of its fare prediction model. Help the company by choosing the best data and AI technologies to build its next-generation model.

Project 2: Automobile Manufacturing

An automotive company wants to reduce the time it spends on the test bench. Build and optimize the machine learning algorithms to achieve this objective.

Project 3: Ecommerce

An online retailer offers product recommendations based on customer activity and the buying habits of other shoppers. Help the company improve its recommendation engine.

Project 4: Retail

Predict accurate sales for a retail chain of stores considering the impact of promotional markdown events. Check the impact of macroeconomic factors like the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and unemployment rate on sales.

Project 5: Telecommunications

A service provider wants to improve customer experience by identifying and acting on problem areas that lower customer satisfaction, and are seeking recommendations that can be implemented.

Who Should Attend

This bootcamp caters to working professionals from a variety of industries and backgrounds. The diversity of our students adds richness to class discussions and interactions. A role in Data Science requires an amalgam of experience, knowledge of Data Science, and usage of the correct tools and technologies. It is a solid career choice for professionals looking for a transition in the Data Science domain. Aspiring professionals of any educational background with an analytical frame of mind are most suited to pursue this bootcamp in Data Science.

 

Schedule

The Data Science Bootcamp runs multiple times per year. The duration is roughly 7 months from start to finish and is delivered in a part-time, hybrid remote format with live-online and on-demand content.

Fee: $8,000 USD for the entire 7-month program.

Hours and Credits: Participants will earn 14 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Instructor

Dave Schrader, PhD

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