Python Fundamentals

Issued by University of Central Oklahoma

Earners of the Python Fundamentals micro-credential have completed UCO’s ENGR4910/5910 or PSM910. This 8-week course covers the essentials of data science and visualization using Python, one of the most in-demand programming languages in the field today. The micro-credential aims to give you the practical skills needed to structure, read, and analyze various types of data and create powerful visualizations to communicate insights with impact. No prior background in programming is required.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Weeks

Skills

Computer Programming
Data Analysis
Data Structure
Functions
Loops
NumPy
Python Basics
Python (Programming Language)

Earning Criteria

Understand Python language syntax.
Be familiar with Jupyter notebooks.
Understand and use data visualization.
Import and clean data.
Experience working with NumPy arrays.
Foundational usage of statistical tools for working with data sets.
Demonstrate proficiency in pandas Series and pandas DataFrames.
Problem-solve when working with CSV and Excel data sources.