Selected topics in statistical computing using Python. Introduction to basic Python programming concepts, and tools for data manipulation and visualization. Explores data modeling, progressing from classical statistical models to machine learning and artificial intelligence models via a hands-on approach. Prerequisites: one of the following: (1) BIOST 511 and BIOST 512; (2) BIOST 514 and BIOST 515 (which may be taken concurrently); (3) BIOST 517 and BIOST 518 (which may be taken concurrently); or permission of instructor. Offered: Winter, Spring