Algebra and Differential Calculus for Data Science
Are you interested in Data Science but lack the math background for it? Has math always been a tough subject that you tend to avoid? This course will teach you the most fundamental Calculus concepts that you will need for a career in Data Science without a ton of unnecessary proofs and techniques that you may never use. Consider this an expressway to Data Science with approachable methods and friendly concepts that will guide you to truly understanding the most important ideas in Differential Calculus. We will review some algebra basics, talk about what a derivative is, compute some simple derivatives and apply the basics of derivatives to graphing and maximizing functions.This course is designed to prepare learners to successfully complete Statistical Modeling for Data Science Application, which is part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Data Science (MS-DS) program.
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Practice working with logarithm properties and how logarithm functions behave graphically.
Identify the difference between a continuous and non-continuous function.
Solidify an understanding of what a derivative is calculating.
Understand how to use derivatives to create graphs of functions.
Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Functions and Algebra Review
Week 2
Induction Proofs, Limits and Continuity
Week 3
Definition of a Derivative
Week 4
Product and Chain Rule
Week 5
Using Derivatives to Graph Functions
Week 6
Finding Maximums and Minimums
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Reviews
Excellent introduction and review for those of us who took these courses some years ago! Really appreciated the clear teaching, which is so important for learrning math.
Really enjoyed the content and the whole structure of the course. It's been a few decades since I did calc and this was excellent!
The lectures are very clear and thorough. I really appreciate the effort and thoughtfulness put into this course.
