Python Basics for Data Science

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IBM via Edx

Join the Python Basics for Data Science online course by edX, a beginner level course to learn Python for programming and data science through hands-on training

Lavel

Beginner

Mode

Online

Duration

3 Weeks

Fees

Free

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
Learning efforts 4-10 Hours Per Week

Course overview

Python programming and data science are highly valuable and in-demand skills. Top companies use Data Science and analysis to interpret data and make critical business decisions. Python Basics for Data Science by edX will delve into data science using Python. As this is a beginner-level course, you will learn about Python language from scratch and do not have to be a programmer.

The Python Basics for Data Science certification is a free programme that falls under the Data Analysis and Statistics category and will run for five weeks. It will enable you to learn at your own schedule and pace through video content. By the end of the training course, you will be adept at using Python language to create data science projects and be ready to collaborate with Data scientists. 

Enrol in the edX Python Basics for Data Science programme and gain basic knowledge of machine learning, programming, and data visualisation. You can also earn a sharable verified course certificate after completing the course if you took the course in the verified track by paying the fee. In the free track, you can audit the programme for a limited duration. 

The highlights

  • Free course to enrol
  • Provided by IBM
  • Self-paced course
  • Data Analysis and Statistics subject
  • 100% online medium
  • Five-week duration
  • Flexible deadlines
  • Beginner-friendly course 
  • Hands-on projects
  • Certificate shareable on LinkedIn
  • IBM skill badge

Program offerings

  • Flexible deadlines
  • English subtitles
  • Professional course
  • Introductory course
  • 100% online
  • Verified certificate
  • Shareable certificate
  • Data analysis & statistics
  • Free course

Course and certificate fees

Type of course

Free

  • edX’s Python Basics for Data Science is a free course for all interested candidates. In case you also want the verified certificate, you must pay the certificate fee mentioned below.     

Python Basics for Data Science fee structure

Course Name

Fee in INR

Python Basics for Data Science (Enrolment)

Free 

Python Basics for Data Science (Certificate fee)

Rs. 8,264 

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

IBM

certificate fees

₹8,264

Eligibility criteria

The only prerequisite for Python Basics for Data Science certification is to have knowledge of basic mathematics. 

What you will learn

Data science knowledge Knowledge of python

The Python Basics for Data Science course will help you get familiar with these concepts:

  • Introduction to Python language
  • Applications of Python programming
  • How can Python language be used for data science
  • Conditional statements and sets in Python
  • Reading and writing data in Python
  • Defining variables in Python
  • Using panda packages for data analysis 

The syllabus

Module 1: Python Basics

  • Your first program
  • Types
  • Expressions and Variables
  • String Operations

Module 2: Python Data Structures

  • Lists and Tuples
  • Sets
  • Dictionaries

Module 3: Python Programming Fundamentals

  • Conditions and Branching
  • Loops
  • Functions
  • Objects and Classes

Module 4: Working with Data in Python

  • Reading files with open
  • Writing files with open
  • Loading data with Pandas
  • Working with and Saving data with Pandas

Module 5: Working with Numpy Arrays

  • Numpy 1D Arrays
  • Numpy 2D Arrays

Admission details

  • To enrol in the Python Basics for Data Science programme, click here: https://www.edX.org/course/python-basics-for-data-science.
  • Scroll down to locate the ‘Enroll now’ option and click to open a sign-up page. 
  • On this new page, fill in your name, public username, email, password and country to create an account.
  • After you have created an account, you can start learning the course for free.

Filling the form

To join the Python Basics for Data Science certification course, you must create an account on the edX website. For this, you must enter your full name, chosen username, password, email address, and country of residence on the sign-up portal. After you have successfully created an account on the website, you will be free to join courses.

How it helps

The Python Basics for Data Science online programme will help you kick start a data science career and allow you to learn Python programming from scratch. So, enrol in the free course and start learning at your own pace through video lessons and lab exercises. After completing the course, you will be capable of using Python to create Data Science projects. Moreover, the official certificate you secure is verified by edX and is sharable on LinkedIn.

Instructors

Mr Joseph Santarcangelo

Mr Joseph Santarcangelo
Data Scientist
IBM

Ph.D

FAQs

Do I need to have proficiency in advanced mathematics to enrol?

No, you only require an understanding of basic level mathematics for this course.

Do I require basic knowledge of Python programming for this course?

No, the Python Basics for Data Science training will teach you Python from scratch.

Which professional platform can I share my certificate on?

You can share the official edX course certificate on LinkedIn or any other media platforms. 

Which subject category does this programme belong to?

The Python Basics for Data Science online course falls under the subject of Data Analysis and Statistics.

Why is there a fee for the certificate?

The certificate fee helps edX to keep its courses free and open for all. 

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