ECON 034. Data Science for Economists

The course introduces students to basic practices and tools that will enhance your ability to conduct empirical research and analysis in microeconomics in a data-rich world. By the end of the course, students will be proficient in various data management, visualization and quantitative techniques necessary to efficiently conduct independent economic research. The course format is “hands-on” and students will conduct most of their work on their personal computers using python and VSCode. No prior experience with the software or methods is required or presumed. The skills you learn may be applied to other languages and programming (such as in R and Stata).

Prerequisite: ECON 031 or its equivalent.
Social sciences.
1 credit.
Spring 2026. Michuda.
Catalog chapter: Economics
Department website: https://www.swarthmore.edu/economics

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