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CSC-10060 - Module Specification
School of Computing and Mathematics
Faculty of Natural Sciences

For academic year: 2022/23 Last Updated: 19 January 2023

CSC-10060 - Introduction to Data Science II
Coordinator: Peter Wootton Tel: +44 1782 7 33767
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 4
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
School Office: 01782 733075

Programme/Approved Electives for 2022/23

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2022/23


Aims
Following on from Data Science I, this module will dive further into the processes techniques used to extract information from raw data. The module will also introduce the concepts of ethics and security in relation to collecting, storing and disseminating data and information.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Describe and discuss the ethical implications of collecting and storing data.: 1
Compare different techniques for processing data in order to identify the best one for the intended purpose.: 1
Demonstrate appropriate use of data mining, machine learning and AI techniques used for extracting information from data.: 1

Study hours

Lectures: 24h
Practical classes: 12h
Independent study: 114h

School Rules

CSC-10058 is a prerequisite.

Description of Module Assessment

1: Coursework weighted 100%
Coursework
Students will be given a problem that will require the use of a supplied set of data. Pre-processing and analysis of the given set will be required in order to prove/disprove a given hypothesis. Students will have to produce a written report (3000 words) explaining their workings and the reasoning/justification behind their work (i.e. their choice of data processing techniques).

Please note that for the 2022/23 Academic Year programmes may be adapted to operate in accordance with a flexible, digital approach. This means that there may be some changes made to how modules are delivered and assessed. The latest information will be provided to you by your School in module handbooks. We endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes and details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/student-terms-and-conditions/

Last Updated: 19 January 2023