R Programming
Undergraduate Badge
Allendale • Face to face • 8-10 Credits
R Programming is the use of the R language for statistical computing and graphics, enabling data analysis, visualization, and statistical modeling.
Overview
Grand Valley's R Programming badge program teaches students basic and intermediate R programming skills, enabling them to write R code for data summarization and statistical modeling. This face-to-face program is open to both degree and non-degree-seeking students, providing flexibility and accessibility.
The coursework covers statistical concepts, data management, and the use of R functions and packages for data analysis. These topics equip students with essential skills for automating data analysis and conducting statistical simulations.
This badge documents valuable skills and competencies in data science, enhancing one's resume with recognized credentials. The badge can be completed in a year, providing a competitive edge in the fields of statistical programming, business analytics, and data science.
A badge is a digital record of achievement that recognizes completion of a coherent and meaningful academic experience. You can link your digital badges to online résumés and portfolios, career websites, or social media. This gives you a way to share experiences, competencies, or knowledge with current and future employers, professional and community organizations, recruiters, and graduate programs.
Admission Information
Admissions to complete a digital badge is open to both degree and nondegree seeking students. If you are not currently a Grand Valley student, start your application here.
For current GVSU students:
- Declare your badge via myBanner. Login to Banner Self-Service, click on Student, Student Records, Add a Certificate or Badge to your Program, Select the appropriate badge from the drop down list, and click Submit.
- Speak with the appropriate badge coordinator to ensure criteria are being met. You will be able to track your progress toward the badge in myPath as well!
- Once you are done with the requirements, apply to receive the badge via myBanner.
- Once the completion of your badge has been verified, the badge will be posted to your student record and will be viewable on your transcript. In addition, your digital badge will be posted on Credly.com.
Department of Statistics
gvsu.edu/stat
A-1-178
Mackinac Hall
(616) 331-3355
Career Opportunities
Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.
Top skills- Programming
- Active Listening
- Complex Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Control Analysis
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 47,630.63 | 10% |
| $ 60,678.37 | 25% |
| $ 80,367.82 | 50% |
| $106,525.43 | 75% |
| $143,800.35 | 90% |
Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.
Top skills- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Systems Evaluation
- Active Listening
- Writing
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 48,847.49 | 10% |
| $ 64,895.22 | 25% |
| $ 93,489.60 | 50% |
| $123,191.40 | 75% |
| $146,616.36 | 90% |
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Top skills- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Monitoring
- Speaking
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 92,068.87 | 10% |
| $119,620.77 | 25% |
| $149,750.58 | 50% |
| $175,039.44 | 75% |
| $215,403.70 | 90% |
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.
Top skills
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 61,300.96 | 10% |
| $ 80,588.90 | 25% |
| $103,487.70 | 50% |
| $132,275.00 | 75% |
| $160,608.05 | 90% |
Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.
Top skills- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Complex Problem Solving
- Writing
- Speaking
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 75,431.87 | 10% |
| $ 82,110.91 | 25% |
| $114,980.58 | 50% |
| $140,688.52 | 75% |
| $177,215.68 | 90% |
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