Build the skills to collect, organize, analyze, and transform data
The Data Engineering Advanced Certificate at Lake Michigan College provides students with a strong foundation in data analytics, data science, and data management. The program develops practical skills for working with data throughout the analytics process - from acquiring and organizing information to analyzing, visualizing, and transforming data into actionable insights.
Students explore descriptive, diagnostic, and predictive statistics; database management using SQL; data acquisition and preparation; data visualization; and advanced statistical analysis and modeling. Through this combination of technical and analytical coursework, students learn to manage data effectively and use it to support business strategies, improve processes, and inform decision-making.
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 216 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| CIS 111 | Data & Database Management with SQL | 3 |
| CIS 180 | Foundations of Data Science | 3 |
| CIS 237 | Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| CIS 244 | Data Acquisition & Preparation | 3 |
| CIS 246 | Data Visualization | 3 |
| CIS 281 | Statistical Analysis & Models | 3 |
| CIS 284 | Machine Learning | 3 |
| CIS 287 | Big Data Technologies | 3 |
| CIS 289 | Geospatial Analysis | 3 |
- Curriculum focused on data analytics, data science, and data management.
- Database management using SQL.
- Descriptive, diagnostic, and predictive statistics.
- Data acquisition, cleaning, preparation, and management.
- Data visualization and communication of analytical findings.
- Advanced statistical analysis and modeling.
- Practical skills applicable across a wide range of industries and career paths.
- Coursework that provides preparation for LMC's advanced Data Science Certificate, including further study in machine learning, big data analytics, and geospatial analysis.
The growing use of data-driven decision-making is creating demand for professionals who can effectively manage, analyze, and communicate information. Data skills are valuable across virtually every industry, including:
- Technology and software: managing data systems and developing data-driven applications and solutions.
- Healthcare: analyzing information to support research, operations, and organizational decision-making.
- Business and finance: using data to evaluate performance, identify trends, and support strategic planning.
- Manufacturing and operations: analyzing information to improve processes, productivity, and efficiency.
- Research and other data-driven fields: managing and interpreting complex datasets to support discovery and innovation.
As organizations collect increasing amounts of data, professionals who can turn raw information into actionable insights play an increasingly important role in organizational success.
Data professionals help organizations transform information into insights that improve operations, identify opportunities, and support strategic decision-making. Career pathways associated with this program include:
- Data Analyst: analyzing data to identify trends, answer questions, and support organizational decisions.
- Business Intelligence Analyst: using data and reporting tools to provide insights that guide business strategy and performance.
- Data Engineer: managing databases and data systems and preparing information for analysis and reporting.
- Statistical Analyst: applying statistical methods to analyze data and identify meaningful patterns and relationships.
- Data Visualization Specialist: transforming complex datasets into clear, accessible visual reports and dashboards.
- Data Scientist: applying advanced analytical and statistical techniques to solve complex problems and develop predictive insights.
These roles are increasingly important as organizations across industries rely on data to improve productivity, understand customers, optimize operations, and make informed decisions.
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