# AI for Data Analytics Course Online

100% online training with expert live support

Canonical URL: <https://vdci.edu/courses/ai-for-data-analytics-course-online>

## Overview

Transform your data analysis workflow at your own pace with the power of artificial intelligence. This self-paced course explores AI tools that automate data collection, preparation, analysis, and visualization, helping you uncover meaningful insights without needing extensive coding experience. Students will be able to apply AI-driven analytics across industries such as finance, marketing, and healthcare, and clearly communicate results through visualizations and reports.

Through structured, on-demand modules, you will work through the core stages of AI-powered data analytics, starting with an introduction to AI tools and progressing through data collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. You will also explore exploratory analysis, predictive modeling, and advanced techniques such as natural language processing and time series forecasting.

## What you'll learn

- Get an overview of widely used AI tools and platforms such as IBM Watson, Google AI, Tableau, and Microsoft Azure AI
- Learn how to automate data cleaning and manage missing values and outliers using AI-powered tools
- Use AI to generate summary statistics, create visualizations, and uncover patterns in data
- Understand regression, classification, and clustering, and apply AI tools to build and evaluate predictive models
- Explore natural language processing for text analysis and automated time series forecasting with AI tools

## Curriculum

### Introduction to AI in Data Analytics

#### Overview of AI & Data Analytics

- Understanding AI and its applications in data analytics
- Benefits of using AI for data analysis

#### Introduction to AI Tools

- Overview of popular AI tools and platforms (e.g. IBM Watson, Google AI, Tableau, Microsoft Azure AI)

### Data Collection & Preparation

#### Data Sources & Collection Methods

- Identifying various data sources
- Using AI tools to collect data from different platforms

#### Data Cleaning & Preprocessing

- Automated data cleaning techniques
- Handling missing data and outliers using AI tools

### Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)

#### Understanding Your Data

- Using AI tools to generate summary statistics
- Visualizing data distributions and relationships

#### Advanced EDA Techniques

- Automated pattern and trend detection
- AI-driven feature selection and engineering

### Data Visualization

#### Creating Visualizations

- Using AI tools to create charts, graphs, and dashboards
- Best practices for data visualization

#### Interactive Dashboards

- Building interactive dashboards with AI tools
- Customizing dashboards to meet specific needs

### Predictive Analytics & Modeling

#### Introduction to Predictive Modeling

- Understanding regression, classification, and clustering
- Using AI tools to build predictive models

#### Model Evaluation & Validation

- Automated model evaluation techniques
- Understanding metrics and performance evaluation

### Application of AI in Various Domains

#### Financial Data Analysis

- Case studies and applications in financial forecasting

#### Marketing Data Analysis

- Analyzing customer behavior and market trends

#### Healthcare Data Analysis

- Applications in patient data analysis and medical research

### Advanced AI Techniques

#### Natural Language Processing (NLP)

- Using AI for text analysis and sentiment analysis

#### Time Series Analysis

- Automated time series forecasting with AI tools

### Capstone Project

#### Project Planning & Execution

- Defining a project scope and objectives

#### Applying Learned Skills

- Using AI tools to complete a comprehensive data analysis project

#### Presentation & Reporting

- Presenting findings using AI-generated reports and visualizations

## Instructors

### Reid Johnson — Instructor

Reid isn't just someone who knows CAD and BIM; he's a licensed architect and contractor who deeply integrates these technologies into every facet of his career. His hands-on experience as a practitioner building real-world projects provides him with an invaluable understanding of how BIM and CAD streamline workflows and enhance design. This practical foundation led him to Autodesk, where he shared his expertise, helping others effectively leverage these powerful tools. Throughout his professional journey, Reid also dedicates himself to education, consistently teaching university courses and shaping the next generation of design professionals by equipping them with essential CAD skills. His unique blend of practical experience, industry knowledge gained at Autodesk, and passion for teaching positions Reid as a true specialist in BIM and CAD technology, capable of bridging the gap between theory and real-world application.

**Credentials:**

- Autodesk Fusion Certified User
- Autodesk Revit Certified Professional
- Autodesk Certified Instructor
- Licensed Architect
- Licensed General Contractor

### David Nguyen — Instructor

David is the AEC Software Specialist at VDCI, with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and an Associate’s degree of science in Drafting and General Design from ITT Technical Institute. A San Diego native with over 12 years working in the Design Industry and construction industry, David brings his construction and design expertise to help all students achieve their goals in the field. Outside of his professional life, David loves attending concerts, festivals, playing his guitar and restoring and repairing all types of vehicles.

**Credentials:**

- OSHA 30 hr. Construction Safety Certified
- Construction Software: SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk Suite (AutoCAD, Fusion, REVIT)
- Mechanical Software: PTC CREO Parametric, Solidworks, MasterCAM

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $695
