Data Analytics (CERT2) is a Level 2 Certificate (CERT2) program (Hybrid) offered by Lone Star College in Tomball, TX. The program takes 33 credit hours to complete, with a total tuition of $3,663.
Program Overview
- Students will learn the importance of Data Analytics as the science of analyzing raw data in order to make conclusions about that information.
- Program Highlights
- The techniques and processes of data analytics have been automated into mechanical processes and algorithms that work over raw data for human consumption. Students will learn how to use data analytic information to help a business optimize its performance. Other types of data analytics include data mining, predictive analytics and machine learning.
- Credentials and Careers
- Program graduates may be eligible for jobs like data engineer, data scientist, data architect, database administration and data analyst.
- Transferability
- Program graduates may further their education at Lone Star College by applying to the Bachelor of Applied Technology Program in Cybersecurity.
- General education courses (Core) are designed for easy transfer to Texas public institutions and applicable to requirements at private and out-of-state institutions.
- Technical coursework may be transferable to other institutions.
- Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Program Schedule
- This award requires 33 credit hours in total.
- Lone Star College reports 720 contact hours for this award.
- Where the course list shows "Choose N credit hours", those courses are the options for one elective slot, not additional requirements.
- Lone Star College's program page states this award is offered at: LSC-Creekside Center, LSC-Tomball, LSC-University Park. LSC-Creekside Center is a satellite center, not one of the seven colleges; the campuses shown for this award come from the catalog, which names colleges only.
School Information
Campus Location
LSC-Tomball
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Learning Outcomes
- Translate organizational needs and business problems into data analytics requirements to inform possible solutions and communicate them to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Apply appropriate data analytics solutions, standards, and policies to meet the security, storage, and privacy needs of organizations.
- Use quantitative and qualitative data analytics methods in responding to a variety of situations that arise in the business environment.
Program Notes
- Students who are classified as First Time in College (FTIC) will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
- Students who are not classified as First Time in College (FTIC) and have not yet demonstrated college-level readiness in reading and writing, will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Total Program Tuition
≈ $3,663
- Tuition shown is the in-district rate of $111.00 per credit hour for 33 credit hours.
- Out-of-district Texas residents pay $249.00 per credit hour ($8,217.00); international and out-of-state students pay $313.00 per credit hour ($10,329.00).
- Lab fees vary by course and liability insurance, uniforms and supplies vary by program, so Lone Star College publishes no all-in total for this award. Tuition above excludes them.
- Financial aid and payment plans are available to most students.
- Application fee: none. Lone Star College applications are free.
School Information
Campus Location
LSC-Tomball
30555 Tomball Parkway
Tomball, TX 77375
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Ready to get started?
Apply to Data Analytics (CERT2) at LSC-Tomball.