Data Analytics

This certificate is designed to prepare students for a career in Data Analytics. Students receive hands-on instruction on data analysis tools, methods and practices using the Python programming language.

The Certificate is granted to students who have completed at least 12 semester units of the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, prepares student will be able to use Python programming language and relevant Python libraries to analyze data; apply statistical methods and techniques to analyze large data sets; design and implement database systems; and implement and use cloud based systems.

Certificate Program Map

REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
MATH 137	Statistics for Data Science	5
CS/IS 234	Introduction to Databases and SQL	3
CS/IS 240	Cloud Computing - Fundamentals	3
CS/IS 270	Python for Data Science	3
CHOOSE TWO OF THE FOLLOWING
MATH 112	Calculus for Business	5
STAT C1000	Introduction to Statistics	4
CS/IS 125	Discrete Structures for Computing	4
CS/IS 190	Introduction to Computer Networks	3
CS/IS 194	Information Technology Essentials	3
CS/IS 211	Data Structures	4
CS/IS 241	Cloud Computing - Databases Essentials	3
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		20-23

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

Fall 2026	GCC Catalog 2026-2027
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.