Mathematical background for students wanting to take Data Science 3000A/B, but missing background in linear algebra and calculus. Vector and matrix algebra, norms, linear dependence, inverses, vector spaces, eigenvectors and eigenvalues, Gradients, Hessians, basics of optimization. All concepts are explained in the context of data science examples.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 courses from Mathematics, Calculus, or Applied Mathematics (1000 and higher) with a minimal grade of 60%. Data Science 2000A/B or Integrated Science 2002B can be used to fulfil 0.5 of the requirements.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours/week, 1 tutorial hour/week.
Course Weight: 0.50
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CATEGORY C
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Subject Code: DATASCI
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