Data Science
Data Science
Solano Community College offers a lower-division Data Science program with both an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree and a Certificate of Achievement.
The A.S. degree prepares students to seamlessly transfer into a Data Science B.S. program at a four-year university, while both pathways provide hands-on training in the tools, methods, and conceptual approaches used in modern data analysis. Students gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to support data-driven decision-making across industries and applied research settings.
Turn data into decisions—and decisions into opportunity.
The Data Science program at Solano Community College is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the skills, tools, and methods that drive today’s data-driven world. The program is primarily intended to prepare students for transfer into a Data Science B.S. degree at a four-year university, ensuring a smooth pathway toward advanced study and rewarding careers.
With prerequisite skills limited to high-school level algebra and trigonometry, the program is accessible to students from a wide range of academic backgrounds—no prior computer science or advanced mathematics coursework is required. Students will gain experience in data analysis, statistics, programming, and applied problem-solving, equipping them to think critically and use data effectively to support real-world decision-making.
Solano Community College offers two pathways in Data Science:
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Associate in Science (A.S.) in Data Science
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Provides a strong foundation in data science principles.
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Designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year university to pursue a B.S. in Data Science or a related field.
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Certificate of Achievement in Data Science
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Offers focused preparation in data analysis, programming, and applied statistics.
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Ideal for students seeking to enter the workforce more quickly or enhance skills for career advancement.
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Both options introduce students to modern tools, methods, and conceptual approaches that support data analysis and decision-making across diverse industries.
Data Science is one of the fastest-growing fields in today’s economy, with demand across nearly every industry. Graduates of Solano’s Data Science program will be prepared for entry-level roles or for transfer to complete a bachelor’s degree, opening the door to high-demand, high-paying careers such as:
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Data Analyst – Collecting, cleaning, and interpreting data to inform business decisions.
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Business Intelligence Specialist – Designing dashboards and reports that communicate insights to leadership teams.
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Data Engineer – Building and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure.
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Machine Learning Assistant – Supporting model development for predictive analytics and automation.
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Research Analyst – Applying statistical and computational methods in academic or professional research.
With additional study at the bachelor’s or graduate level, students may pursue advanced roles such as Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, or AI Specialist.
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