University of Pittsburgh
Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science
University of Pittsburgh

Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science

Morgan Frank

Instructor: Morgan Frank

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
No prior experience required
2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Build toward a degree
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
No prior experience required
2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Build toward a degree

What you'll learn

  • Master vector and matrix arithmetic, and eigen calculations using NumPy for data science tasks.

  • Solve linear equations, and invert matrices using Python’s Pandas for efficient data handling.

  • Implement ordinary least squares regression to fit linear models, and predict data trends.

  • Visualize data effectively using Python libraries for insightful data analysis and presentation.

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August 2025

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Taught in English

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This course is part of the Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course

This module introduces the format of content for future modules. We will cover the basics of linear algebra starting from introducing vectors and matrices and ending with calculating matrix eigenvectors and eigenvalues.

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13 videos5 readings2 assignments1 programming assignment1 plugin

This module extends ideas from linear algebra to solve problems involving systems of linear equations.

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5 videos1 reading2 assignments1 programming assignment

This module extends backsolving techniques for use in problems involving linear regression.

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5 videos1 reading2 assignments1 programming assignment

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This course is part of the following degree program(s) offered by University of Pittsburgh. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹

 

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