PHYSICS 5680
BigDataAnalytics
3 cr
Provides an introduction to machine learning and advanced algorithms, with an emphasis on practical physics-based applications, using publicly available data sets. The goal is to provide an introduction to Data Science for students who may want to pursue this as a career option and/or apply these techniques in a research environment. Prereq: A grade of C+ or above in 1251, 1251H, 1261, or 1271; and CSE 1222, 1223, 1224, Engr 1221, 1281H, or Astron 1221; and enrollment in Physics, Engineering Physics, or Astronomy major; or permission of instructor.
Grade history
73 students across 1 instructor · course avg 3.72
73 students · 2 terms
73 students total · 2 terms · click to see per-term
Source: historical OSU grade releases via thegradeguide.com (Adam Gluck), Spring 2016 – Summer 2023. FERPA-filtered: sections under 10 students excluded.
Sections
2
Instructors
2
Enrolled
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Open
2
Instructors
Sections in Autumn 2026
| # | Sec | Instructor | Hist. GPA | Days/Time | Room | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25712 | 10 | Richard E Hughes | 3.72 GPA | TR 12:45 pm-2:05 pm | SM 1094 1094 | Open · 24/30 |
| 26270 | 20 | Dick Furnstahl | — | TR 2:20 pm-3:40 pm | SM 1094 1094 | Open · 24/30 |