The program offers hands-on experience with real-world applications of data science and machine learning, taught by Columbia faculty, preparing students for advanced practice in these fields.
This Columbia University Pre-College Summer Program in Data Science and Machine Learning introduces high school students to the foundational concepts and real-world applications of these dynamic fields. Participants will gain hands-on experience with introductory Python coding, learning to implement popular machine learning algorithms. The curriculum explores how data science and machine learning impact daily life and major business strategies, providing an overview of the landscape and available career opportunities. Students will develop essential skills in analyzing and presenting data ethically and effectively through practical application and projects. The program is designed to prepare students with benchmark knowledge for more advanced practice in data science and machine learning.
A typical day for in-person students involves approximately four hours of class time, split by a two-hour midday break, engaging in lectures, discussions, and hands-on coding projects. Online sessions consist of a focused three-hour block of live instruction and activities, either in the morning or afternoon.
This program is best for students interested in the foundations of data science and machine learning, their real-world applications, and exploring career opportunities, while gaining hands-on Python coding experience.
Columbia University, Manhattan, NY
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