Data Analytics

This certificate is designed to prepare students for a career in Data Analytics. Students receive hands-on instruction on data analysis tools, methods and practices using the Python programming language. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, prepares student will be able to Use Python programming language and relevant Python libraries to analyze data. Apply statistical methods and techniques to analyze large data sets. Design and implement database systems. Implement and use cloud based systems.

This certificate does not satisfy the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree.

Certificate Program Map

PREREQUISITE COURSES	REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
Placement is based on academic background or satisfactory completion of MATH 90.	MATH 137	Statistics for Data Science	5
	CS/IS 234	Introduction to Databases and SQL	3
	CS/IS 240	Cloud Computing - Fundamentals	3
	CS/IS 270	Python for Data Science	3
	Select two courses from the following:
Placement is based on academic background or satisfactory completion of MATH 110, 110B, or 101E.	MATH 112	Calculus for Business	5
Placement is based on academic background or satisfactory completion of MATH 90	STAT C1000	Introduction to Statistics	4
CS/IS 135 or equivalent.	CS/IS 125	Discrete Structures for Computing	4
	CS/IS 190	Introduction to Computer Networks	3
	CS/IS 194	Information Technology Essentials	3
CS/IS 135 or equivalent.	CS/IS 211	Data Structures	4
	CS/IS 241	Cloud Computing - Databases Essentials	3
	TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		20-23

Courses taken more than three years before the granting of the certificate must have division chair approval.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET. SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

Fall 2025	GCC Catalog 2025-2026
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.