Online Certificate in Python for Data Science, Web and Core Programming

Overview

Python is an easy to use, open-source, and versatile programming language that is especially popular among those new to programming. The use of Python has increased by a factor of 10 since 2005 and is projected to be more popular than the industry-leading JAVA language in just a few years. It is already the number one software package for those teaching introductions to computer science courses. It is concise, easy to read, and can be used for a variety of industry needs including web development, data analytics, core software development, and a wide range of scientific and mathematical applications.

Python also has numerous libraries for data manipulation and analysis as well as a very active development community that continually updates and creates new packages. It has been adopted by a wide variety of industries and applications including data science, machine learning, data analytics, predictive analytics, business intelligence, and web analytics.

In this short specialized study program, students will learn Python programming concepts including programming styles, idioms, libraries, data structures, data retrieval, processing, visualization, networked application program interfaces, and databases. Students can then choose from a final course in either Python for Data Analytics/Data Science or Accessing Web Data with Python.

Career Insight

Occupational summary for software developers, applications.

• Annual Job Openings: 945,469 (2019)
• Projected Growth: 27.2% (2019-2029)
• Median Salary: $103k (Highly experienced workers can earn up to $161k)

Program Benefits

• Great entry point for those new to programming
• Learn to program using a popular language that is fast, free, easy to use, and runs on all major hardware platforms
• Learn the language of choice for high-demand job fields such as data science, machine learning, predictive analytics, big data and accessing web data.
• Code using efficient Python scripting, syntax tools, and object-oriented coding theories
• Create user-defined functions and utilize a vast array of built-in functions
• Learn how to reduce development and debugging time using Python
• Learn the language that is the next “Big Thing” and a must for professionals in the Data Analytics and Web Development domains.
• Create applications for analytics, and for the development of the web and new systems.

Specialized Studies Award Requirements

The Specialized Studies award is provided upon completion of 9 credit units (7.5 required and 1.5 elective credit units) with a grade of “C” or higher in each course. To receive your digital certificate, submit a Request for Certificate with a non-refundable $35 application fee after completing all program requirements. Students not pursuing a specialized studies award are welcome to take as many individual courses as they wish.

English Proficiency Requirement

All certificate programs at UCI Division of Continuing Education (classroom and online formats) require professional-level English language proficiency in listening and note-taking, reading comprehension and vocabulary, written expression, and oral presentation.

Who Should Enroll

Beginner/intermediate programmers and those currently working in data science, data analytics, machine learning, GIS analytics, web development, software development, and QA, UX/UI design, engineering, or business analyst fields should enroll.