Cyber Security & Data Science

Data Science Fundamentals 

Master data skills for business success. Learn to collect, analyse, and verify data, manage data lifecycles, and apply quality assurance in data-driven solutions. Ideal for digital transformation professionals.

120-180 hours (Self-paced)

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Who This Course Is For?

Data Analysts ICT Professionals Professionals in business Quality Assurance Officers Business Analysts Upskillers Seeking Formal Certification
Data Analysts ICT Professionals Professionals in business Quality Assurance Officers Business Analysts Upskillers Seeking Formal Certification

Assessments

To demonstrate competency, you'll complete

Quizzes Case studies Written assignments Real-world scenario tasks
Quizzes Case studies Written assignments Real-world scenario tasks
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What You'll Learn?

  • Gather and validate data from diverse digital and physical sources.

  • Review data lifecycles and apply strategies for improvement.

  • Implement quality assurance and control in data analysis processes.

  • Align data practices with business goals and compliance requirements.

  • Prepare technical documentation and collaborate with stakeholders.

Additional Learning Benefits

  • Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.

  • Many ICT units align with CompTIA certification, offering clear pathways to global recognition.

Topics Covered

  • Data Collection & Verification
    Sourcing Structured/Unstructured Data Cleansing Methods Validating Inputs
  • Data Lifecycle Analysis
    Stages of Data Use Storage and Transformation Identifying Lifecycle Risks and Inefficiencies
  • Quality Assurance in Data Systems
    QA Planning Stakeholder Requirements Risk-based Controls and Documentation

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • Gather and analyse data in line with organisational goals.

  • Assess and improve data lifecycles for business efficiency.

  • Apply quality assurance to ensure accurate and reliable data use.

  • Develop documentation and collaborate with stakeholders for effective data governance.

Learning Pathway

SSC Online provides a flexible learning journey designed to support your goals—whether you’re upskilling, pursuing formal qualifications, or preparing for university or industry certification.

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Essential / Premium Plan: Build your knowledge and skills with flexible, self-paced learning. Access up to 100 courses across high-demand fields like business, IT, project management, and cyber security.

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Accredited Units (available via Professional Plan or pay-per-certification). Complete formal assessments to earn a Statement of Attainment for nationally recognized units of competency.

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Full Qualifications: Stack your accredited units to progress toward a full nationally recognised qualification.

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Your Future Pathways

After completing full qualifications or selected accredited units, you can::

  • Gain credit transfer to Australian universities toward a bachelor's degree (selected units only).
  • Sit for CompTIA Certification exams (selected ICT units).
  • Enhance your employability skills with industry-ready credentials.

*Credit transfer and certification opportunities are available for selected units only.

Certificates Included

Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)

(Available through formal qualification pathways)

Statement of Attainment for accredited unit

(Accredited Certification)

SSC Professional Certificate

(Essential & Premium)

Compliance Statement

This course is delivered and assessed by South Sydney College, a division of Knit Group Australia Pty Ltd (RTO Code: ).

The unit is drawn from the BSB Business Services Training Package and is nationally recognised training.

Statements of Attainment are issued in accordance with the Standards for RTOs 2015. For information about support services, fees, refunds, and your rights as a learner, please refer to the Learner Handbook or contact us directly via email: online.support@ssc.edu.au.

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Data Science Fundamentals 
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