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The group assignment focuses on data analysis using Python, requiring students to collect, clean, manipulate, analyze, and visualize a dataset with tools like Pandas, Matplotlib, and Seaborn. The project includes tasks such as dataset selection, data cleaning, manipulation, aggregation, merging, visualization, and a final report. Assessment emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, and the application of advanced data analytics concepts.

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Group Assignment 01

The group assignment focuses on data analysis using Python, requiring students to collect, clean, manipulate, analyze, and visualize a dataset with tools like Pandas, Matplotlib, and Seaborn. The project includes tasks such as dataset selection, data cleaning, manipulation, aggregation, merging, visualization, and a final report. Assessment emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, and the application of advanced data analytics concepts.

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Group Assignment – Python for Data

Analysis (100 Marks)


Group Size: 2 Members | Duration: 03 hours

Objective:
Each group will collect, clean, manipulate, analyze, and visualize a dataset using Pandas,
Matplotlib, and Seaborn. This project will require students to apply data manipulation,
filtering, sorting, group by operations, data merging, and visualization techniques.

Assignment Tasks & Breakdown (100 Marks)


1. Dataset Selection & Project Proposal (10 Marks)

• Select a dataset from Kaggle or any open-source repository.


• Submit a brief project proposal (max 2 pages) covering:
o Dataset description & source (2 Marks)
o Research questions (minimum 3) (3 Marks)
o Tools & libraries to be used (2 Marks)
o Expected insights & challenges (3 Marks)

2. Data Cleaning & Preprocessing (20 Marks)

• Handle missing values using appropriate strategies (drop, fill, interpolate).


• Remove duplicates and standardize column formats.
• Convert data types as required.
• Evaluation Criteria:
o Missing value handling (5 Marks)
o Duplicate removal & column formatting (5 Marks)
o Data type conversions & restructuring (5 Marks)
o Code readability & documentation (5 Marks)

3. Data Manipulation, Filtering & Sorting (15 Marks)

• Apply sorting on at least two numerical columns.


• Use logical & conditional filtering to extract relevant data.
• Perform at least three transformations (e.g., creating new columns).
• Evaluation Criteria:
o Correct sorting & filtering implementation (8 Marks)
o Proper transformations & feature creation (5 Marks)
o Code optimization & clarity (2 Marks)

4. Group By & Aggregation (15 Marks)

• Perform grouping based on relevant categorical columns.


• Apply aggregation functions (sum, mean, count, max, min) on grouped data.
• Evaluation Criteria:
o Correct implementation of group by operations (8 Marks)
o Effective use of aggregation functions (5 Marks)
o Code efficiency & clarity (2 Marks)

5. Data Merging, Joining & Concatenation (15 Marks)

• Merge two related datasets using appropriate join types (inner, outer, left, right).
• Concatenate data from multiple sources (rows or columns).
• Evaluation Criteria:
o Correct merge & join operations (8 Marks)
o Proper use of concatenation methods (5 Marks)
o Code structure & documentation (2 Marks)

6. Data Visualization (20 Marks)

• Generate at least 4 visualizations using Matplotlib & Seaborn.


• Use bar charts, histograms, scatter plots, and heatmaps to identify patterns.
• Write a brief analysis on the insights gained.
• Evaluation Criteria:
o Variety & relevance of visualizations (10 Marks)
o Clarity & accuracy of insights (5 Marks)
o Code implementation & visualization aesthetics (5 Marks)

7. Final Report & Presentation (20 Marks)

• Submit a structured report covering:


o Introduction & research questions.
o Data description & cleaning steps.
o Key findings from analysis & visualizations.
o Summary of challenges & insights.
• Evaluation Criteria:
o Report clarity & completeness
Submission Requirements:
• Python script (.py or Jupyter Notebook).
• Cleaned dataset (.csv or .json).
• Project report (.pdf).

Assessment Goals:
✔ Encourages hands-on learning in data analysis.
✔ Strengthens Python skills in real-world data processing.
✔ Develops teamwork, problem-solving & presentation skills.
✔ Prepares students for advanced data analytics concepts.

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