What You’ll Learn
Coaching you through a carefully curated curriculum designed to take you from ‘just curious’ to ‘fully certified’ in Data Science & AI in as few as 12 weeks (full time).
Foundation
SQL, Python, Jupyter Notebook, Git and GitHub, linear algebra, probabilities and statistics
Data Analytics
Data analysis, data preparation, data visualisation and data exploration
Classic Machine Learning
Machine learning, supervised and unsupervised learning, ML model enhancement, Naive Bayes, SVM, Random Forests, ML pipelines and classification
Deep Learning
Neural networks (implementation, troubleshooting & optimisation), CNN architectures, autoencoder architecture, data augmentation, TensorFlow, Keras and Scikit-Learn
Natural Language Processing
Text coding for NLP, recurrent neural networks (RNN), LSTM, attention mechanisms, Transformer models and chatbot building
Chapter 0: Pre-Work
Data science has been one of the most prestigious careers in recent years. It involves handling data, cleaning it, evaluating it and developing machine learning models to predict outcomes of events. In this chapter, we cover the foundations of data science to get you ready to begin your learning journey.
Introduction to Python
- Python Language And History
- The Basics Of Python
- Fundamental Data Structures In Python
- Classes And Objects
- Modules And Packages
- Input/Output
- Errors And Exceptions
Environments
- Python Environments
- Anaconda
- Jupyter Notebooks
SQL and Databases
- SQL Fundamentals
- SQL Queries
Linear Algebra
- Scalars And Vectors
- Matrices
- Norms
Git and GitHub
- Introduction to Version Control
- Workflow
- Inspecting Repositories
- Undoing Changes
- Fetching And Pulling Changes
- Pushing Changes
Project: Curve Fitting
- This project is about solving the 'Curve fitting' problem, which involves finding the best curve equation to fit a given dataset. It will guide you through an example of this problem and is divided into sections, where each section will exercise the use of fundamental concepts such as OOP, SQL, Linear Algebra, and the final Machine learning workflow.
Learning Schedule
From Monday to Friday 9:30am to 3:30pm (Eastern Time, ET)
Lecture Session
9:30am - 11:00am (ET)
Lecture Session
11:30am - 01:00pm (ET)
Hands-on Session
02:00pm - 03:30pm (ET)
Our Methodology
Online Live Learning
- At Code Labs Academy, elevate your learning experience with our interactive online live sessions, where you engage directly with instructors and peers in real-time, fostering collaboration and rapid skill development across Canadian and global time zones.
Self Study
- Part Time: 9 hours live learning, 11 hours of self study, total 20 hours per week
- Full Time: 22.5 hours live learning, 17.5 hours of self study, total 40 hours per week
Flipped Classroom Method
- Experience a dynamic learning approach with our flipped classroom method, empowering you to learn actively and engage deeply in our bootcamp curriculum.
Guided Practice
- Engage in an immersive learning experience at our bootcamp, where we focus on active participation, hands-on exercises and portfolio building to ensure a solid foundation for your knowledge.
Prefer to learn at your own pace?
Learn with our On-demand Data Science & AI course at your own pace with complete flexibility through our immersive, self-paced program. Master how to transform raw data into powerful insights, train intelligent models, and build real-world AI applications and graduate ready to launch your career in the world of data-driven innovation.
What You’ll Need
You don’t need any prior qualifications in computer science or programming to join our bootcamp. We assume no prior knowledge and will guide you through the basics in the first few weeks, ensuring you build a strong foundation from the ground up. Whether you're new to the field or looking to deepen or redirect your career into data-focused roles, our program is designed to get you up to speed quickly and confidently.
- Laptop or Computer: A reliable laptop or desktop computer with sufficient processing power and capable of running necessary programs.
- Stable Internet Connection: Reliable internet access for live learning sessions, hands-on labs and assignments.
- Basic Computer Literacy: Ability to navigate operating systems, productivity software and internet browsers.
- Basic Knowledge in Algorithmics and Programming: Familiarity with programming concepts to follow the courses comfortably.
- English Proficiency: B1 level with the ability to understand technical materials and communicate effectively, as the bootcamp is conducted in English.
- Commitment to Learning: A proactive attitude toward learning and practising coding, especially during the pre-unit to establish a solid foundation for continuing in the bootcamp.
Career Services Center
Career Development Workshops
Taster sessions for you and the wider CLA community. Sample what our Career Center offers, meet our Careers Advisor and drop in for a session for those last minute résumé tidies or job search questions.
Personalised Career Counseling Sessions
Structured sessions for identifying your career and upskilling goals and formulating strategies to achieve them through friendly counselling conversations and Career Action Planning.
Mock Interviews
Practise common behavioural and technical interview questions, highlight how you provide what employers are looking for, learn how to talk about your strengths and navigate salary or rate discussions with confidence.
Résumé & Cover Letter Reviews
Get personalised recommendations on your résumé or cover letter, tailored to get the attention of recruiters and hiring managers and help you land interviews in the Canadian and international tech markets.
Job and Internship Round-Up
The newest employment and internship opportunities, hand picked by our career specialists, with a focus on truly entry-level and early-career roles that match your developing skills.
Career Resources Platform Access
Open access to our learning platform’s career service materials, assignments and tech industry resources to help you prepare applications, interviews and networking outreach at your own pace.
Professional Guidance & Networking Events
Meet tech professionals across different industries to get career advice and guidance, as well as the chance to network with other professionals and alumni in our Career Chat events.
Alumni Networking
Connect with classmates and past CLA alumni from Canada and around the world to share relevant content, start insightful discussions and share job openings that might be of interest to fellow graduates.
Why Choose Code Labs Academy?
1-to-1 Career Coaching
Personalised support from career specialists: CV and LinkedIn refresh, mock interviews, and a tech-focused job-search strategy.
Portfolio-Ready Projects
Graduate with a GitHub-ready portfolio of real-world projects—built in class and polished with mentor feedback.
Industry-Driven Curriculum
Curriculum refreshed every quarter to match current hiring needs in AI, cybersecurity, and web development.
Recognised Certificate
Showcase your AZAV-accredited Code Labs Academy certificate on LinkedIn, your CV, and visa applications.