2157 - Data Science Technology (A.S.)

The mission of the Data Science Technology Associate in Science program is to prepare students to enter or advance in the field of data science by combining traditional college education with hands-on training in areas of data acquisition, processing and transformation techniques applied to modeling, analysis and visualization.

The Data Science Technology program prepares students for a respected career as a data science technician. The field of data science involves the most cutting-edge sectors within information technology. Data science extends to multiple areas, including artificial intelligence, biotechnology, computer engineering, computer science, information technology, robotics and telecommunications.

The program curriculum includes activities that focus on the acquisition of data in both structured and unstructured formats, cleaning, modeling and analysis of acquired data, and the extraction of knowledge or insights using statistical processes and systems. Students also study the identification of data sources, retrieval issues and methodologies, data security and the use of informational tools.

A minimum grade of C or higher is required in all professional coursework.

(904) 598-5676 or astechnology@fscj.edu.