COMP 3401: Introduction to Data Mining

COMP 3401

Skills Developed

  • Data mining concepts and techniques
  • Data preprocessing and attribute analysis
  • Frequent pattern mining
  • Classification algorithms
  • Clustering methods
  • Data mining project design and evaluation

Course Contents

  • Basic Data Mining Concepts:
  • Fundamental principles of data mining
  • Knowledge discovery process


  • Data Preprocessing:
  • Attribute types and analysis
  • Data cleaning and transformation techniques


  • Frequent Pattern Mining:
  • Algorithms for discovering frequent itemsets
  • Association rule mining


  • Classification:
  • Various classification algorithms
  • Model evaluation and selection


  • Clustering:
  • Clustering algorithms and techniques
  • Cluster analysis and interpretation


  • Practical Application:
  • Design and implementation of data mining projects
  • Evaluation of data mining methods for specific applications