FCIT 607Data, Methods, and Models for Future Cities

This course is a hands-on introduction to the challenges and opportunities of "big data," computational power, and disruptive technologies (e.g., machine learning, artificial intelligence, and the internet of things) for future cities. It emphasizes contemporary debates about data ethics and politics, with an emphasis on privacy, surveillance, and security. Students will learn how to use Python to manage and analyze data; develop and interpret models; integrate domain experience and expertise from stakeholders; and effectively communicate evidence, risk, and uncertainty to decision-makers