Scientific Computation and Data Sciences Certificate | The University of Texas at Austin

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingWritingActive Learning

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageMathematicsEngineering and TechnologyCustomer and Personal Service

Tasks

Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and
Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation o

Technology

Business intelligence and data analysis softwareData base user interface and query softwareStorage networking softwareCloud-based management softwareProcedure management software

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: high15-2051.00	Data Scientists	title_inference	$112,590 median$194,410 top	+33.51%	8,250

Program Pathways

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

Recurring data pipeline malfunctions — diagnose and resolve with reduced oversight by applying systematic debugging techniques in production environments.
Business problems involving integrated data sources — analyze independently using business intelligence software to develop actionable solution recommendations.
Computer programs and automated workflows — test, maintain, and monitor on a scheduled basis, adapting procedures when standard approaches prove insufficient.
Staff and end-user data-related inquiries — address by providing clear, accurate assistance on database tools and analytical software in a service-oriented setting.
Moderately complex datasets from multiple systems — join, transform, and model using SQL and scripted environments to support departmental decision-making.
Project timelines and analytical deliverables — manage using project management software, coordinating tasks with cross-functional stakeholders independently.
Analytical findings and methodology — document in written technical reports that meet organizational standards for clarity and reproducibility.
Statistical and machine learning models — build and validate in familiar problem contexts, adjusting hyperparameters based on performance metrics.
Data storage and cloud infrastructure configurations — maintain and troubleshoot using storage networking and cloud-based management software with limited supervision.
Emerging tools and analytical techniques — evaluate through active learning and apply selectively to improve existing workflows within established team practices.

Program Details

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Requirements

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Financial Aid

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