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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Introduction to Data Analytics certification course is an 8-week duration programme. The prerequisite for this course is students must be familiar with high-school-level linear algebra, and calculus. They must also know probability theory, statistics, and programming. The certification course offers an extensive curriculum that covers descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, regression, ANOVA, and machine learning.

The Introduction to Data Analytics certification by NPTEL provides an in-depth understanding of elements that will help in making the physical well-being and athletic prowess of individuals. The certification course helps students to get equipped with the required knowledge and skills to function effectively in the field.

Also Read: Online Data Analysis Courses & Certifications

The Highlights

Video Course
9 Weeks Course
Completion Certification

Programme Offerings

videos
assignments

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 1000	yes	IIT Madras

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications

The students must be familiar with high-school level linear algebra, and calculus and the knowledge of probability theory, statistics, and programming.

Certification Qualifying Details

Upon the completion of the Introduction to Data Analytics certification course, the students take the exam and qualify. The candidates are required to pass the examination with valid marks to receive the certificate.

What you will learn

Machine learningData Analysis

After completing the Introduction to Data Analytics certification syllabus the students will gain hands-on training provided by the leading industry experts. The students will also explore descriptive statistics, regression & ANOVA, machine learning, and supervised learning with regression and classification techniques.

Upon completion of Introduction to Data Analytics training, the students will learn unsupervised learning and challenges for Big Data Analytics and prescriptive analysis. The students will be able to implement and practise the learned concepts and techniques in real-world projects.

Who it is for

Data AnalystData ScientistBig Data Analytics Engineer

The Introduction to Data Analytics online course is designed to develop the skills and knowledge of aspiring students. This course is also beneficial for:

Admission Details

To enroll in the Introduction to Data Analytics classes, follow these steps:

Step 1: Browse the link mentioned below:

https://nptel.ac.in/courses/110106072

Step 2: Students can "Login In" and Sign In with a Google account or create a separate account.

Step 3: Fill out the registration form with the necessary details, submit it, and join the course.

The Syllabus

Descriptive Statistics

Introduction to the course
Descriptive Statistics
Probability Distributions

Inferential Statistics

Inferential Statistics through hypothesis tests
Permutation & Randomization Test

Regression & ANOVA

Regression
ANOVA(Analysis of Variance)

Machine Learning: Introduction and Concepts

Differentiating algorithmic and model based frameworks
Regression : Ordinary Least Squares
Ridge Regression
Lasso Regression
K Nearest Neighbours Regression & Classification

Supervised Learning with Regression and Classification techniques -1

Bias-Variance Dichotomy
Model Validation Approaches
Logistic Regression
Linear DiscriminantAnalysis
Quadratic DiscriminantAnalysis
Regression and Classification Trees
Support Vector Machines

Supervised Learning with Regression and Classification techniques -2

Ensemble Methods: Random Forest
Neural Networks
Deep learning

Unsupervised Learning and Challenges for Big Data Analytics

Clustering
Associative Rule Mining
Challenges for big data anlalytics

Prescriptive analytics

Creating data for analytics through designed experiments
Creating data for analytics through Active learning
Creating data for analytics through Reinforcement learning

Evaluation process

The candidates are required to pay a fee amount of Rs 1000. They must qualify for the exam with a minimum of 25 percent in assignments and 75 percent in the written exam out of a total of 100.

Instructors

IIT Madras Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration of the Introduction to Data Analytics training?

The duration of the certification course is 8 weeks. The certification course offers an in-depth knowledge of data analytics and all the aspects related to it.

2: What is the Introduction to Data Analytics online course curriculum?

The course's comprehensive curriculum covers various topics related to data analytics such as descriptive and inferential statistics, regression and ANOVA, machine learning, prescriptive analysis, and others.

3: What is the prerequisite for the Introduction to Data Analytics online course?

The prerequisite for this course is the students must be familiar with high-school-level linear algebra, calculus and the knowledge of probability theory, statistics, and programming.

4: Do I need to enroll and register for the Introduction to Data Analytics certification course?

The student needs to log in to the official NPTEL website, register for the certification course with the required details and then start the course.

5: Is the Introduction to Data Analytics online course free?

Yes, this certification course is offered free of cost. Candidates can log in, register for the course, and begin to learn. But to receive a certificate, the candidates must write the exam and qualify.