To be able to learn data science, one needs to have a good grasp on the related concepts in math that form a foundation to be a professional in this field.
This course offered by Duke University aims to help students in mastering the rules, vocabulary, concepts, and notations in basic math. If you want to pursue an advanced course in data science, then this course can help you in building the requisite knowledge.
Key Learning Points
- Set theory, real numbers, and statistical quantities for problem-solving
- Develop the requisite vocabulary for graphing functions in the plane
- Learn the use of functions as an input-output machine
- Understand derivatives and how to apply them to practical problems of optimization
- Learning about exponents logarithms, and other tools for measuring the rates of change
- Introduction to probability theory and ways it is used in practical problems
| Perks of the Course |
| Full Lifetime Access | Readings and quizzes |
| 13 hours of video tutorials | 4 theory modules |
| Certificate of completion | Full online access |
