Data Science for Educators

Certificate

Course Details

Course Code	LL_IEDSC_S
Level	8
Duration	1 semester
Credits	10
Method of Delivery	Blended
Campus Locations	Donegal – Letterkenny
Mode of Delivery	Part Time

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Course Overview

With an increased emphases on teaching computing in schools, there is increasing demand for teachers to introduce coding and data analysis as part of the curriculum. This 10 credit special purpose level-8 award is designed to assist teachers in developing their knowledge of Data Science concepts.

Data Science includes obtaining, managing, analysing and visualising data to understand and extract knowledge. This module will provide the learner with the skills to demonstrate the effective use of statistical methods within a data science project. It will introduce the fundamental elements of a data science project, and how each element facilitates the data science lifecycle. The leaner will then be given the opportunity to practice their knowledge through a real-life data science project which will be designed in order to meet identified business requirements.
No prior data analysis knowledge is required.

Course Details

Year 1

Semester	Module Details	Credits	Mandatory / Elective
1	Data Science Data Science includes obtaining, managing, analysing and visualising data to understand and extract knowledge. This module will provide the learner with the skills to demonstrate the effective use of statistical methods within a data science project. It will introduce the fundamental elements of a data science project, and how each element facilitates the data science lifecycle. The learner will then be given the opportunity to practice their knowledge through a real-life data science project which will be designed in order to meet identified business requirements. Learning Outcomes 1. Identify data categories and how data can be processed to solve a problem. 2. Apply best practise for data gathering, data cleaning, and data transformation. 3. Identify and justify the selection of a suitable descriptive statistical techniques for a given set of requirements. 4. Design and implement a data pipeline and solution for a given set of requirements. 5. Identify and apply data analysis & reporting techniques with an awareness of emerging trends in data science.	10	Mandatory

Examination and Assessment

Note: Where assessment on the programme involves examinations, these are held on campus or at another exam venue in the Republic of Ireland. There are typically two exam periods: January and May. Times scheduled for examinations (face to face / online exams ) are in GMT.

On-Campus Attendance Requirement

Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.

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Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

A full level-8 qualification or equivalent or B.Ed. Preference will be given to professionals working in the education sector.

Fees

Total Fees EU: €200

Further information on fees

Careers

Career Pathways
The main employers are:

Teaching

Graduate Careers
Graduate careers typically include:

Teachers

Further Information

Who Should Apply?

This programme is designed for individuals who have an interest in both education and computing, and who want to develop skills in these fields to pursue a career as an educator in computing, information technology, or related disciplines. Candidates who might be well-suited include teachers or educators, graduates with a non-computing bachelor’s degree, professionals with industry experience and career changers.