Clustering Analysis
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Clustering Analysis
This course is part of Data Analysis with Python Specialization
Instructor: Di Wu
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Understand the principles and significance of unsupervised learning, particularly clustering and dimension reduction.
Apply clustering techniques to diverse datasets for pattern discovery and data exploration.
Implement Principal Component Analysis (PCA) for dimension reduction and interpret the reduced feature space.
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There are 6 modules in this course
The "Clustering Analysis" course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of unsupervised learning, focusing on clustering and dimension reduction techniques. Participants will explore various clustering methods, including partitioning, hierarchical, density-based, and grid-based clustering. Additionally, students will learn about Principal Component Analysis (PCA) for dimension reduction. Through interactive tutorials and practical case studies, students will gain hands-on experience in applying clustering and dimension reduction techniques to diverse datasets.
By the end of this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand the principles and significance of unsupervised learning, particularly clustering and dimension reduction. 2. Grasp the concepts and applications of partitioning, hierarchical, density-based, and grid-based clustering methods. 3. Explore the mathematical foundations of clustering algorithms to comprehend their workings. 4. Apply clustering techniques to diverse datasets for pattern discovery and data exploration. 5. Comprehend the concept of dimension reduction and its importance in reducing feature space complexity. 6. Implement Principal Component Analysis (PCA) for dimension reduction and interpret the reduced feature space. 7. Evaluate clustering results and dimension reduction effectiveness using appropriate performance metrics. 8. Apply clustering and dimension reduction techniques in real-world case studies to derive meaningful insights. Throughout the course, students will actively engage in tutorials and case studies, strengthening their clustering analysis and dimension reduction skills and gaining practical experience in applying these techniques to diverse datasets. By achieving the learning objectives, participants will be well-equipped to excel in unsupervised learning tasks and make informed decisions using clustering and dimension reduction techniques.
This week provides an introduction to unsupervised learning and clustering analysis. You will delve into partitioning clustering methods, such as K-Means and K-Medoids, understanding their principles and applications.
What's included
2 videos6 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
2 videosβ’Total 22 minutes
- Introduction to Clusteringβ’10 minutes
- Partitioning Clusteringβ’12 minutes
6 readingsβ’Total 281 minutes
- Course Updates and Accessibility Supportβ’1 minute
- Assessment Strategyβ’30 minutes
- Activity Strategyβ’10 minutes
- Partitioning Clustering Demoβ’60 minutes
- Partitioning Clustering Case Study - Irisβ’60 minutes
- Partitioning Clustering Case Studyβ’120 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Partitioning Clustering Quizβ’30 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 120 minutes
- Partitioning Clustering Exploration Exerciseβ’120 minutes
This week you will explore hierarchical clustering, a method that creates a tree-like structure to represent data similarities.
What's included
1 video3 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
1 videoβ’Total 5 minutes
- Hierarchical Clusteringβ’5 minutes
3 readingsβ’Total 240 minutes
- Hierarchical Clustering Demoβ’60 minutes
- Hierarchical Clustering Case Study - Irisβ’60 minutes
- Hierarchical Clustering Case Studyβ’120 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Hierarchical Clustering Quizβ’30 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 120 minutes
- Hierarchical Clustering Exploration Exerciseβ’120 minutes
This week focuses on density-based clustering, which groups data points based on their density within the dataset.
What's included
1 video3 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
1 videoβ’Total 8 minutes
- Density-based Clusteringβ’8 minutes
3 readingsβ’Total 240 minutes
- Density-based Clustering Demoβ’60 minutes
- Density-based Clustering Case Study - Irisβ’60 minutes
- Density-based Clustering Case Studyβ’120 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Density-based Clustering Quizβ’30 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 120 minutes
- Density-based Clustering Exploration Exerciseβ’120 minutes
Throughout this week, you will explore grid-based clustering, an approach that partitions the data space into grids for efficient clustering.
What's included
1 video2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
1 videoβ’Total 4 minutes
- Grid-based Clusteringβ’4 minutes
2 readingsβ’Total 120 minutes
- Grid-based Clustering Demoβ’60 minutes
- Grid-based Clustering - Two Moonsβ’60 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Grid-based Clustering Quizβ’30 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 120 minutes
- Grid-based Clustering Exploration Exerciseβ’120 minutes
This week introduces dimension reduction techniques as a critical preprocessing step for handling high-dimensional data.
What's included
1 video3 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
1 videoβ’Total 13 minutes
- Dimension Reduction Methodsβ’13 minutes
3 readingsβ’Total 240 minutes
- Dimension Reduction Demoβ’60 minutes
- Dimension Reduction Case Study - Winesβ’60 minutes
- Dimension Reduction Case Studyβ’120 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 30 minutes
- Dimension Reduction Quizβ’30 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 120 minutes
- Dimension Reduction Exploration Exerciseβ’120 minutes
The final week focuses on a comprehensive case study where you will apply clustering and dimension reduction techniques to solve a real-world problem.
What's included
1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
1 readingβ’Total 120 minutes
- Clustering Analysis Case Study - Demoβ’120 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 60 minutes
- Self Reflectionβ’60 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 120 minutes
- Clustering Analysis Exploration Exerciseβ’120 minutes
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