DATA 7301OL - Applications of Data Science
Online - Online Teaching 4 - 2022
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code DATA 7301OL Course Applications of Data Science Coordinating Unit Computer Science Term Online Teaching 4 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Online Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites Carousel 1 Courses: COMP SCI 7212OL, COMP SCI 7210OL, DATA 7201OL & DATA 7202OL Assumed Knowledge DATA 7201OL Restrictions Graduate Diploma in Data Science (Applied) OL OR Master of Data Science (Applied) OL Only Assessment Assignment and/or exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Nickolas Falkner
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course/subject, students will be able to:- Generate unsupervised and supervised methods to gain Information to bring about solutions
- Formulate a range of regression methods as part of supervised learning
- Formulate a range of classification methods as part of supervised learning
- Construct tree methods to map non-linear relationships as part of supervised learning
- Investigate the role of machine learning method in support of all the other techniques
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
4, 5 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
5 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
All resources are provided through the MyUni platform.Recommended Resources
All resources are provided through the MyUni platform.Online Learning
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The course is an on-line course with weekly Zoom tutorials and regular discussions in the course discussion board system.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Students are expected to allocate roughly 20-25 hours per week to go through content, attend activities, and undertake assignments.Learning Activities Summary
This course provides a practical introduction to data modelling, analysis and prediction using contemporary software packages, presented through the lens of case studies. You will also be given an overview of common data science techniques and their implementation in software libraries.
Students will have assigned readings, quizzes, assignments, videos, and guided discussion, as well as pieces of assessment. Each week will cover a different theme:- Unsupervised Methods
- Supervised Methods
- Regression Methods
- Classification Methods
- Tree Methods
- Machine Learning
Specific Course Requirements
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Students will be required to under three different assessments. Assessment 1 is based on 5 weekly quizzes, Assessment 2 is a case study, and Assessment 3 is a longer report, due at the end of the course.Assessment Detail
Assessment Name Due Weighting Course Learning Outcomes Related Weeks Assessment 1 - Quiz Weekly
Quiz30% (5% each) 1-5 Each Week Assessment 2 - Case Study Evaluation End of Week 3 30% 1 and 2 Weeks 1-3 Assessment 3 – Case Study Report End of Week 6 40% 3, 4 and 5 Weeks 1-6 Submission
All submission will be through assignment gateways on the MyUni system.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- International Student Support
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
- YouX Student Care - Advocacy, confidential counselling, welfare support and advice
Counselling for Fully Online Postgraduate Students
Fully online students can access counselling services here:
Phone: 1800 512 155 (24/7)
SMS service: 0439 449 876 (24/7)
Email: info@assureprograms.com.au
Go to the Study Smart Hub to learn more, or speak to your Student Success Advisor (SSA) on 1300 296 648 (Monday to Thursday, 8.30am–5pm ACST/ACDT, Friday, 8.30am–4.30pm ACST/ACDT)
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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